Author: goodshepherd

A few weeks ago we heard seven trumpets blown, each of which brought partial and limited judgment upon the earth. This Sunday we hear of seven bowls of God's wrath poured out, following the same pattern, but this time bringing complete and final judgment upon the earth. Come and hear about "The Last Word on Judgment", and why it isn't the last word for those who trust in Christ.

This Sunday, guest preacher, Rev. Clint Knutson brings us the message: "The Last Word on Politics," preaching from Revelation 12-14. Rev. Knutson is professor of Systematic Theology at Lutheran Brethren Seminary.

This Sunday, between the sixth and the seventh trumpets, we will hear the Last Word on Witness. In chapters 10 and 11, John sees a mighty angel, eats a scroll, measures a Temple, and watches two mysterious witnesses die and resurrect. Come hear what all this has to do with our call as Christians to be witnesses for Jesus Christ.

This Sunday, in Revelation 8 and 9, we move from the opening of the seven seals to the sounding of the seven trumpets. And as we see incredible destruction take place upon the earth, we also see the amazing patience and mercy of God. Judgment is coming, but even so, God gives opportunity after opportunity for people to turn from their sin and then turn to him. The Day of the Lord may be near, but thankfully, today can still be a day of repentance and the day of our salvation.

This Sunday we enter chapters 6 and 7 of Revelation, where we see the first six seals on the scroll opened. As the "wrath of the Lamb" begins to be unleashed, an important question is asked: "Who can withstand it." Join us as we hear the eternally important answer to that eternally important question.

This week we get into what the Book of Revelation is more known for...out of this world descriptions, strange creatures, and a scroll with seven seals. As we look at chapters four and five, we enter the very throne room of heaven with the Apostle John. Come see and hear what worship looks like in the presence of our Creator and Redeemer. Is it good to be there? Or, is it terrifying?

This Sunday we dive into Revelation chapters 2 and 3, where Christ gives a message to seven churches in Asia Minor. And while these words are directed to seven specific churches, the messages are relevant for all churches - in every place and in every age. And they are especially relevant to churches in a culture like ours.  Let's hear what the Spirit says to the churches.

The last word on Christ is a glorified and risen Savior. He is the Son of Man, given dominion, power, and authority of all things because he was crucified and was raised from the dead. In this he defeated death and the grave. In a world that seems to be overcome by the powers of sin and evil, the eternal Christ stands in the midst of his Church holding power over all the universe. It is in this context John sees his vision and falls dead. Is Christ safe? No, he is most certainly not safe. But he is good.

This Sunday, we begin an eleven week sermon series in the Book of Revelation. Through this series and this study, we want to see Jesus more clearly - to have him "revealed" to a greater extent. We begin this week by seeing that this book is both a revelation from Jesus, as well as a revelation about Jesus. Come join us as we hear from "The Last Word".