Elim Lutheran Church

The Bible tells us to fear the Lord, but also says that perfect love casts out fear. Which is it?

The Jewish leaders rejected Jesus as the cornerstone of the house that God had commanded them to build. What was the result?

Is it our strengths that the Lord uses most or our weaknesses? Paul gives us the answer.

Guest speaker, Pastor Nate Jore, shares about how Jesus set captives free during his 17 year mission work in Uganda.

Jesus wants to come into areas of your life that you may have closed off to him. Will you respond to his knock?

Paul's main focus as he begins every letter to the churches is Jesus. In Colossians he is letting the church there know that Christ is preeminent. 

What are you saying about your church with your life? Pauls says we are living letters (or if you prefer) billboards. 

What is glory? Why is it so important to understand the glory of God?

Special preacher, Danny Faber, gives us insight into being an ambassador in a dark and pagan culture. 

Perhaps giving is overrated. Maybe we should give other places. Pastor Scott gives us reasons NOT to give to Elim. 

Elections can cause us to be overly depressed or hopeful. What do the psalms have to say about trusting in man?

Are we building our own kingdom or are we glorifying the Lord? Pr. Scot unpacks Pauls's words to the Corinthians.

God doesn't want us to walk in spiritual darkness. Pr. Scott walks us through 4 areas to consider shining the light of Christ upon.

Becoming an adult is important both in the physical realm and the spiritual realm. Paul encourages the church in Galatia not to return to spiritual childhood once they have become adults in the Spirit.

The last message in our Avent series, Announce by Angels. Here we see an announcement for all of mankind.

Our third message in the series "Announced by Angels." This week we look at the announcement to Joseph. 

The second of our Advent series on angels that interact with the Christmas story.

There are many instances in Scripture where angels make announcements to people. Today we begin our Advent series with a lesson about who the Bible says angels are.

We look at clues from the Lord's Supper to help us know which religion is the best. 

Jesus wanted to let his disciples know what would happen when they died. Some of the things he said might surprise you. 

As we see all the turmoil around us, Jesus warned us to be prepared for His coming. What does the Bible say about the timing of the end?

How do I decide which decision I make is according to God's plan?

What is the key to true happiness? Pr. Scott looks to the Scriptures to find the answer.

Today we look at the life of Job and try to get to the root of suffering. How do we as Christians find hope in the midst of the pain we see all around us? 

In our third message on Life's Big Question we see what Scripture has to say about why we are here.

In the second of our series on Life's Big Questions we look at the most important question of all by examining the Lord's Prayer.

We begin a series on "Life's Big Questions" with a foundational message. How can we determine is something is true or not?

Jesus told us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. How do we practically apply this to our real-life relationships?

Are Christians bound to follow the Sabbath laws? How do we find our rest in Christ?

Today our Youth Director, Danny Faber, explores what it means to go all out for Jesus and in so doing, enjoying a life of good fruit.

At certain times in history, men and women have paid the ultimate price for following Jesus. Is this kind of persecution coming to America and will the church be ready?

Our third message in a series on healthy church habits.

The second message in our three part series on Church Essentials. Today we look at the importance of Small Groups.

The first sermon in a three-part series on church life. This week we look at the importance of church attendance.

Jesus used the analogy of light when He described how the Gospel was to be spread. What can we learn from how light works to help us fulfill the Great Commission?

The religious leaders were asking Jesus for a sign to legitimize his claim of being the Messiah. He pointed to the sign of Jonah.

Are Christians supposed to follow all the Old Testament laws? It may seem so by looking at the words of Jesus here in our text. However...

Just like the prodigal son's father waited upon his return, so too, God the Father waits for your return. Is today the day?

Jesus told us to love like he did. Our Youth Director, Danny Faber, unpacks just what that means.

On Father's Day we think about the giants we face in our lives. How did David face Goliath and what can we learn from that encounter?

How does hoarding our abundance cause our souls to be sick? Jesus gives us the answer as well as the cure.

Are we able to serve the Lord by sheer willpower? Joshua says no!

Jesus takes his inner circle up to the mountaintop to see him transformed. What are some lessons that we can learn

from this event?

Guest speaker Larry Johnson shares about the miracle of turning water into wine. He also applies some lessons to our current culture.

Mothering is not an easy task. Paul gives us a few pointers on how young mothers can benefit from older moms.

Did you know that Jesus is talking to the Father about you right now? What is he saying?

Sometimes things don't go well in church. Jesus teaches us what to do when that happens.

Jesus is sad. As he looks out at the people, he sees a harvest that is ripe. However, there is no one to bring them in.

Jesus met two men on the road to Emmaus the day of his resurrection. What does their encounter mean to us today?

Mary Magdalene was the first person to see the risen Jesus. What can we learn from her interaction with him on that first Easter morning?