http://bethlehem-raymore.org en Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church… Copyright 2026 Bethlehem's Pastors Bethlehem's Pastors info@bethlehem-raymore.org false Sun, 09 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1496 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22549634/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_8926/id/4369326.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22549634 Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:01:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Don't waste God's gifts, be generous! Don't waste God's gifts, be generous! Don't waste God's gifts, be generous!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1414 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22546986/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_disposableincome/id/4366778.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22546986 Generosity, Stewardship, Money, Scripture: Luke 16:1-16:9, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 26 Jul 2026 20:57:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's Word is a priceless treasure, beware of counterfeits! God's Word is a priceless treasure, beware of counterfeits! God's Word is a priceless treasure, beware of counterfeits!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1288 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22549633/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_watchoutforcounterfeits/id/4369325.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22549633 False Teachers, Heresy, Forgery, Scripture: Matthew 7:15-7:23, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:04:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Everything we put in Jesus' hands is blessed for us to use in even more productive and beneficial ways Everything we put in Jesus' hands is blessed for us to use in even more productive and beneficial ways Everything we put in Jesus' hands is blessed for us to use in even more productive and beneficial ways… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1287 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22542866/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_esusmultipliesfishagain/id/4362826.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22542866 Stewardship, Compassion, Synergy, Scripture: Mark 8:1-8:9, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:52:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Children of God don't have to find loopholes in His Law to feel safe with Him Children of God don't have to find loopholes in His Law to feel safe with Him Children of God don't have to find loopholes in His Law to feel safe with Him… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 961 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22540950/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thelawinthelifeofthechristian/id/4360937.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22540950 Law, Obedience, Sanctification, Scripture: Matthew 5:17-5:26, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:31:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus comes to us where we are at, but He doesn't leave us there Jesus comes to us where we are at, but He doesn't leave us there Jesus comes to us where we are at, but He doesn't leave us there… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1234 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22539083/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_umpintheboat/id/4359137.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22539083 Sanctification, Change, New Life, Scripture: Luke 5:1-5:11, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:59:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem How do we speak the truth in love How do we speak the truth in love How do we speak the truth in love… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1235 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22536608/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_alittleknowledgeisadangerousth/id/4356704.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22536608 Judgement, Mercy, Witness, Scripture: Luke 6:36-6:42, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 21 Jun 2026 22:19:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem How do we show Jesus' radical commitment to seek and to save the lost? How do we show Jesus' radical commitment to seek and to save the lost? How do we show Jesus' radical commitment to seek and to save the lost?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1574 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22534623/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_toseekandtosave/id/4354766.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22534623 Missions, Faith, Call, Scripture: Luke 15:1-15:10, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 14 Jun 2026 22:17:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem How much time do you have? Easter changes are perspective on what really matters and how we use it. How much time do you have? Easter changes are perspective on what really matters and how we use it. How much time do you have? Easter changes are perspective on what really matters and how we use it.… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1260 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22534622/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_monopolymoney/id/4354765.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22534622 Stewardship, Money, Eternity, Scripture: Luke 14:15-14:24, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 07 Jun 2026 19:56:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem How much time do you have? Easter changes are perspective on what really matters and how we use it. How much time do you have? Easter changes are perspective on what really matters and how we use it. How much time do you have? Easter changes are perspective on what really matters and how we use it.… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1204 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22532704/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_monopolymoney/id/4352872.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22532704 Stewardship, Money, Eternity, Scripture: Luke 16:19-16:31, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 31 May 2026 21:03:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem The doctrine of the Trinity is really the teaching of God's accessibility in Christ The doctrine of the Trinity is really the teaching of God's accessibility in Christ The doctrine of the Trinity is really the teaching of God's accessibility in Christ… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 852 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22528667/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_itsnotrocketscience/id/4348907.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22528667 Mormons, Jehovah's Witness, God, Scripture: John 3:1-3:17, Series: Sundays after Trinity Sun, 24 May 2026 22:43:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Like Christ Himself, the Holy Spirit's revelation of Christ comes to us in ways that are usually less showy and spectacular than we expect Like Christ Himself, the Holy Spirit's revelation of Christ comes to us in ways that are usually less showy and spectacular than we expect Like Christ Himself, the Holy Spirit's revelation of Christ comes to us in ways that are usually less showy and spectacular than we expect… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1417 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22526285/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_embracethepaperwork/id/4346608.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22526285 Tongues, Holy Spirit, Scripture, Scripture: Acts 2:1-2:21, Series: Pentecost Sun, 17 May 2026 13:15:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus and His resurrection is the light we can confidently believe in to rescue us from the darkness of this world Jesus and His resurrection is the light we can confidently believe in to rescue us from the darkness of this world Jesus and His resurrection is the light we can confidently believe in to rescue us from the darkness of this world… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1376 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22524211/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hear/id/4344594.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22524211 Greek, Assurance, Religions, Scripture: John 15:26-16:4, Series: Sundays after Easter Sun, 10 May 2026 19:38:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem A relationship with God, through Jesus, is the foundation of prayer and the fullest expression yet of Easter joy A relationship with God, through Jesus, is the foundation of prayer and the fullest expression yet of Easter joy A relationship with God, through Jesus, is the foundation of prayer and the fullest expression yet of Easter joy… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 982 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22522583/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ask/id/4342967.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22522583 Prayer, Love, Joy, Scripture: John 16:23-16:30, Series: Sundays after Easter Sun, 03 May 2026 21:07:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus came back from the dead even greater than before Jesus came back from the dead even greater than before Jesus came back from the dead even greater than before… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 887 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519955/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatacomeback/id/4340410.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519955 Jordan, Holy Spirit, Ascension, Scripture: John 16:5-16:15, Series: Sundays after Easter Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:34:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus' resurrection opens the way to joy through even the darkest difficulties Jesus' resurrection opens the way to joy through even the darkest difficulties Jesus' resurrection opens the way to joy through even the darkest difficulties… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1052 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519951/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_oyinthemorning/id/4340408.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519951 Grief, Sorrow, Childbirth, Scripture: John 16:16-16:22, Series: Sundays after Easter Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:24:00 +0000 Rev. David Gunderson Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church… Rev. David Gunderson 1098 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519949/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thelordismyshepherd/id/4340406.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519949 Scripture: Psalms 23, Series: Sundays after Easter Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:18:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus' resurrection revives our lives with the revived hope of eternal life in Him Jesus' resurrection revives our lives with the revived hope of eternal life in Him Jesus' resurrection revives our lives with the revived hope of eternal life in Him… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1069 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519948/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_drybones/id/4340404.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519948 Blind, Blessing, Faith, Scripture: John 20:19-20:31, Series: Sundays after Easter Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:10:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus' resurrection is a revolutionary paradigm shift Jesus' resurrection is a revolutionary paradigm shift Jesus' resurrection is a revolutionary paradigm shift… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 918 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519946/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_easterchangeseverything/id/4340402.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519946 AI, Perspective, Reality, Scripture: John 20:1-20:18, Series: Easter Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:04:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Throughout the account of Jesus' trial and crucifixion we see endless irony that is both surreal and So Real Throughout the account of Jesus' trial and crucifixion we see endless irony that is both surreal and So Real Throughout the account of Jesus' trial and crucifixion we see endless irony that is both surreal and So Real… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 954 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519943/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thatsironic/id/4340400.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519943 Irony, Theodicy, Reversal, Scripture: John 18, John 19, Series: Good Friday Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:02:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus gives Himself to us so that we may give to others Jesus gives Himself to us so that we may give to others Jesus gives Himself to us so that we may give to others… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1193 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519942/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_natureabhorsavacuum/id/4340396.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519942 Commandment, Love, Communion, Scripture: John 13:1-13:15, Series: Maundy Thursday Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:55:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Real honor and glory comes from God Real honor and glory comes from God Real honor and glory comes from God… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 896 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519938/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theologyofthecross/id/4340389.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519938 Humility, Ambition, Popularity, Scripture: John 12:12-12:19, Series: Lent Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:38:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem What do we fill our hearts and minds and lives with? What do we fill our hearts and minds and lives with? What do we fill our hearts and minds and lives with?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1302 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519928/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayforsalvation/id/4340385.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519928 Compartmentalization, Attic, Basement, Scripture: James 5:16, Series: Lent Sun, 22 Mar 2026 19:26:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's Word will ultimately be vindicated God's Word will ultimately be vindicated God's Word will ultimately be vindicated… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1126 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519919/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayforgrowth/id/4340377.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22519919 Trust, Hope, Confidence, Scripture: John 8:46-8:59, Series: Lent Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:22:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem When we pray for those in government, everybody benefits When we pray for those in government, everybody benefits When we pray for those in government, everybody benefits… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1648 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22503807/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayforcivilauthorities/id/4324595.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22503807 Government, Israel, Prayer, Scripture: Psalms 122:6, 1 Timothy 2:1-2:2, Series: Lent Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:13:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem There's no better encourager than Christ! There's no better encourager than Christ! There's no better encourager than Christ!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1143 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22503805/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godshalftimespeech/id/4324593.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22503805 Hope, Comfort, Strength, Scripture: John 6:1-6:15, Series: Lent Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:12:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church Bethlehem Lutheran Church… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1105 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22503804/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sermonpastorpriem/id/4324591.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22503804 Series: Lent Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:23:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem What do we fill our hearts and minds and lives with? What do we fill our hearts and minds and lives with? What do we fill our hearts and minds and lives with?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1070 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22501268/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_natureabhorsavacuum/id/4322148.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22501268 Compartmentalization, Attic, Basement, Scripture: Luke 11:14-11:28, Series: Lent Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:21:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Pray for your enemies Pray for your enemies Pray for your enemies… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1703 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22501266/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayforgrowth/id/4322147.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22501266 Forgiveness, Healing, Grudge, Scripture: Matthew 5:44, Series: Lent Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:45:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem What do we do when Jesus doesn't do what we think He ought to do? What do we do when Jesus doesn't do what we think He ought to do? What do we do when Jesus doesn't do what we think He ought to do?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 990 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22498972/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_wwdd/id/4319974.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22498972 Patience, Perseverance, Prayer, Scripture: Matthew 15:21-15:28, Series: Lent Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:43:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's Word teaches us to pray for what God most wants to give us and will not fail to supply, the gifts of the Spirit! God's Word teaches us to pray for what God most wants to give us and will not fail to supply, the gifts of the Spirit! God's Word teaches us to pray for what God most wants to give us and will not fail to supply, the gifts of the Spirit!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1253 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22498970/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_prayforgrowth/id/4319973.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22498970 Wisdom, Solomon, Holy Spirit, Scripture: James 1:5, Series: Lent Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:41:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus vs. the devil Jesus vs. the devil Jesus vs. the devil… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1156 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22498969/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_amightyfortress/id/4319970.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22498969 Temptation, Victory, Leader, Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4:11, Series: Lent Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:13:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem True healing comes from the heart True healing comes from the heart True healing comes from the heart… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 975 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22494567/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_rendyourhearts/id/4315719.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22494567 Ash Wednesday, Repentance, Sin, Scripture: Matthew 6:1-6:6, Series: Ash Wednesday Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:11:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Lord, give us eyes to see your Son through faith and rejoice in his salvation! Lord, give us eyes to see your Son through faith and rejoice in his salvation! Lord, give us eyes to see your Son through faith and rejoice in his salvation!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1449 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22494566/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_openoureyes/id/4315718.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22494566 Blind, Faith, Healing, Scripture: Luke 18:31-18:43 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 17:46:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Lord, help us hold fast to Your Word in the face of so many spiritual dangers! Lord, help us hold fast to Your Word in the face of so many spiritual dangers! Lord, help us hold fast to Your Word in the face of so many spiritual dangers!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1313 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22492189/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dontgrumblebegrateful/id/4313368.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22492189 Complacency, God's Word, Growth, Scripture: Luke 8:4-8:15 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 17:15:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem It's easy to take God's gifts for granted and complain that we don't have more, but God's gifts are always gives us much more than enough It's easy to take God's gifts for granted and complain that we don't have more, but God's gifts are always gives us much more than enough It's easy to take God's gifts for granted and complain that we don't have more, but God's gifts are always gives us much more than enough… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1115 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22489859/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dontgrumblebegrateful/id/4311058.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22489859 Exodus, Greed, Entitlement, Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20:16 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:28:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus opens the way for us to related to God so much more closely and personally Jesus opens the way for us to related to God so much more closely and personally Jesus opens the way for us to related to God so much more closely and personally… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 960 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22487656/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thefaceofgod/id/4308923.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22487656 Transfiguration, Revelation, God's Will, Scripture: Matthew 17:1-17:9 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:52:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Marriage manifests God's glory! Marriage manifests God's glory! Marriage manifests God's glory!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1174 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22485996/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theweddingfeast/id/4307292.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22485996 Marriage, Communion, Epiphany, Scripture: John 2:1-2:11 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:48:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus' Baptism pulls aside the curtain and gives us access to all God's blessings Jesus' Baptism pulls aside the curtain and gives us access to all God's blessings Jesus' Baptism pulls aside the curtain and gives us access to all God's blessings… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1295 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22483791/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_heavenisopen/id/4305139.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22483791 Baptism, Gym, Old Testament, Scripture: Matthew 3:13-3:17 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 16:43:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Where do we find Jesus? Where do we find Jesus? Where do we find Jesus?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1282 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22481481/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_here/id/4302905.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22481481 Signs, Scripture, Jesus, Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2:12 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 16:13:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Christmas isn't a break from real life, it's God's gift to hold onto in all life's storms Christmas isn't a break from real life, it's God's gift to hold onto in all life's storms Christmas isn't a break from real life, it's God's gift to hold onto in all life's storms… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 775 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22478822/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_everydaychristmas/id/4300278.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22478822 Simeon, Anna, Innocents Thu, 25 Dec 2025 16:11:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus' birth is the best thing that ever happened to mangers and broken sinners Jesus' birth is the best thing that ever happened to mangers and broken sinners Jesus' birth is the best thing that ever happened to mangers and broken sinners… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 847 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22478821/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_awayinamanger/id/4300277.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22478821 Unworthiness, Grace, Love, Scripture: Luke 2:1-2:14, Series: Christmas Day Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:09:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus came with power and love to meet our greatest need; that's a great reason to celebrate! Jesus came with power and love to meet our greatest need; that's a great reason to celebrate! Jesus came with power and love to meet our greatest need; that's a great reason to celebrate!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1228 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22478819/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_signsofthetimes/id/4300276.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22478819 Prophets, Angels, Apostles, Series: Christmas Eve Sun, 21 Dec 2025 18:54:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Let's talk about Jesus! Let's talk about Jesus! Let's talk about Jesus!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1373 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22476534/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_iamnobody/id/4298036.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22476534 Witness, Missions, Church, Scripture: John 1:19-1:28, Series: Advent IV Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:59:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's people are always on a pilgrimage through persecution and trials, but joy and peace are at the journey's end God's people are always on a pilgrimage through persecution and trials, but joy and peace are at the journey's end God's people are always on a pilgrimage through persecution and trials, but joy and peace are at the journey's end… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 843 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22474882/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ourchristianourneyunderduress/id/4296411.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22474882 Suffering, Endurance, Hope, Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-19:18, Series: Advent III Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:49:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Christ's presence and gifts give us joy and gladness, even in suffering, as we await His ultimate return Christ's presence and gifts give us joy and gladness, even in suffering, as we await His ultimate return Christ's presence and gifts give us joy and gladness, even in suffering, as we await His ultimate return… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1429 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22474880/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_greaterthanohn/id/4296410.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22474880 Suffering, Patience, Hope, Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11:11, Series: Advent II Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:31:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's people are always on a pilgrimage of purpose to share the Good News of Christ's coming God's people are always on a pilgrimage of purpose to share the Good News of Christ's coming God's people are always on a pilgrimage of purpose to share the Good News of Christ's coming… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1612 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22472693/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ourchristianourneytoalltheworl/id/4294255.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22472693 Missions, Evangelism, Paul, Scripture: Jonah 1:1-1:3, Series: Advent II Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:25:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem The most important signs of Jesus' return that we should be focusing on are what He has already done and is still doing in His church! The most important signs of Jesus' return that we should be focusing on are what He has already done and is still doing in His church! The most important signs of Jesus' return that we should be focusing on are what He has already done and is still doing in His church!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1618 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22472692/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_signsofthetimes/id/4294254.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22472692 End Times, Last Days, Signs, Scripture: Luke 21:25-21:36, Series: Advent II Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:48:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's people are always on a pilgrimage of faith to the place He has promised God's people are always on a pilgrimage of faith to the place He has promised God's people are always on a pilgrimage of faith to the place He has promised… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1475 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22470499/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ourchristianourneytothepromise/id/4292121.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22470499 Abraham, Exodus, Exile, Scripture: Genesis 12:1-12:9, Series: Advent I Sun, 30 Nov 2025 17:47:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus is the true owner of everything, and He gives value to everything He touches, including us! Jesus is the true owner of everything, and He gives value to everything He touches, including us! Jesus is the true owner of everything, and He gives value to everything He touches, including us!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1164 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22470498/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_butthatsmydonkey/id/4292120.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22470498 Stewardship, Giving, Bike, Scripture: Matthew 21:1-21:9, Series: Advent I Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:27:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Don't let your spiritual life run out of gas! Don't let your spiritual life run out of gas! Don't let your spiritual life run out of gas!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1138 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22468292/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dontforgettorefuel/id/4290002.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22468292 Complacency, Perseverance, Discipleship, Scripture: Matthew 25:1-25:13, Series: Last Sunday fo the Church Year Sun, 16 Nov 2025 18:27:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Forgiveness is a state of heart, softened by gratitude for God's forgiveness of our sins Forgiveness is a state of heart, softened by gratitude for God's forgiveness of our sins Forgiveness is a state of heart, softened by gratitude for God's forgiveness of our sins… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1411 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22466225/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_iforgiveyou/id/4288034.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22466225 Forgiveness, Healing, reconciliation, Scripture: Matthew 18:21-18:35 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 16:39:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem We are now in this war. We are all in it, all the way... hang together and hang onto God's gifts! We are now in this war. We are all in it, all the way... hang together and hang onto God's gifts! We are now in this war. We are all in it, all the way... hang together and hang onto God's gifts!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1068 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22463954/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thearmorofgod/id/4285814.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22463954 Spiritual warfare, temptation, FDR, Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-6:17 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem We are already people of heaven with a foretaste of the feast to come by God's grace We are already people of heaven with a foretaste of the feast to come by God's grace We are already people of heaven with a foretaste of the feast to come by God's grace… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 666 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22461646/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_heavenonearth/id/4283569.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22461646 Heaven, Kingdom, Sacraments, Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5:12 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 16:18:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus gives us the gifts that really matter Jesus gives us the gifts that really matter Jesus gives us the gifts that really matter… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1452 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22459332/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_yoursinsareforgiven/id/4281287.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22459332 Healing, Forgiveness, Faith, Scripture: Matthew 9:1-9:8 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 16:15:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus, the Son of God and son of man, is uniquely able to give us an identity as children of God Jesus, the Son of God and son of man, is uniquely able to give us an identity as children of God Jesus, the Son of God and son of man, is uniquely able to give us an identity as children of God… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1244 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22456805/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whosesonishe/id/4278810.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22456805 Identity, Labels, Family, Scripture: Matthew 22:34-22:46 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 17:16:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus gives a place at His table to all those who come seeking His mercy Jesus gives a place at His table to all those who come seeking His mercy Jesus gives a place at His table to all those who come seeking His mercy… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1023 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22454465/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_notfirstplacebuthigher/id/4276521.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22454465 Humility, Justification, Grace, Scripture: Luke 14:1-14:11 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 17:14:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus brings life by His Word Jesus brings life by His Word Jesus brings life by His Word… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1101 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22452081/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theonlybegotten/id/4274176.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22452081 Death, Gospel, Mission, Scripture: Luke 7:11-7:17 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:11:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's provision for the widow of Zarephath through Elijah points out an even greater gift for us through Jesus God's provision for the widow of Zarephath through Elijah points out an even greater gift for us through Jesus God's provision for the widow of Zarephath through Elijah points out an even greater gift for us through Jesus… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1095 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22449516/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_endlessoil/id/4271701.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22449516 Provision, Security, Life, Scripture: 1 Kings 17 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 17:16:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus gives us a place to be healed and a place to give thanks for that healing! Jesus gives us a place to be healed and a place to give thanks for that healing! Jesus gives us a place to be healed and a place to give thanks for that healing!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1194 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22447198/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_apairofducks/id/4269431.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22447198 Worship, Praise, Healing, Scripture: Luke 17:11-17:19 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 16:52:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus tells us we should merciful in ourselves, to everyone we come in contact, not only to certain people because of who they are - and it all starts with who HE is for us Jesus tells us we should merciful in ourselves, to everyone we come in contact, not only to certain people because of who they are - and it all starts with who HE is for us Jesus tells us we should merciful in ourselves, to everyone we come in contact, not only to certain people because of who they are - and it all starts with who HE is for us… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1696 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22445095/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_likeagoodneighbor/id/4267355.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22445095 Kindness, History, Mercy, Scripture: Luke 10:23-10:37 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:16:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem What does it really mean to believe in Jesus and what is the truth He wants us to know and tell others? What does it really mean to believe in Jesus and what is the truth He wants us to know and tell others? What does it really mean to believe in Jesus and what is the truth He wants us to know and tell others?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1325 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22442801/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatsthebigsecret/id/4265095.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22442801 Scripture, Hearing, God's Word, Scripture: Mark 7:31-7:37 Sun, 31 Aug 2025 16:32:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God casts down the proud but gives grace to the humble God casts down the proud but gives grace to the humble God casts down the proud but gives grace to the humble… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1035 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22440615/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_ataleoftwosinners/id/4262943.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22440615 Grace, Forgiveness, Hypocrisy, Scripture: Luke 18:9-18:14 Sun, 24 Aug 2025 17:50:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Don't be a Pharisee Don't be a Pharisee Don't be a Pharisee… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1700 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22438392/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_adenofrobbers/id/4260768.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22438392 Mercy, Compassion, Forgiveness, Scripture: Luke 19:41-19:48 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 15:27:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem If even the world understands money isn't valuable in itself, how much more should we as citizens of heaven? If even the world understands money isn't valuable in itself, how much more should we as citizens of heaven? If even the world understands money isn't valuable in itself, how much more should we as citizens of heaven?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1550 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22435958/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_shrewd/id/4258449.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22435958 Money, Parables, Wealth, Scripture: Luke 16:1-16:13 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 15:25:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus clearly warns us to watch out for false prophets Jesus clearly warns us to watch out for false prophets Jesus clearly warns us to watch out for false prophets… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1520 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22435957/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_bread/id/4258448.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22435957 Truth, Lies, Current, Scripture: Jeremiah 23:16-23:19 Sun, 03 Aug 2025 17:16:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus makes us His people and nourishes us with the food of eternal life Jesus makes us His people and nourishes us with the food of eternal life Jesus makes us His people and nourishes us with the food of eternal life… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1136 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22431268/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_bread/id/4253867.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22431268 Exodus, Eucharist, Easter, Eden, Scripture: Psalms 19 Sun, 27 Jul 2025 16:31:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God's Law is Good! God's Law is Good! God's Law is Good!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1414 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22429077/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thelaw/id/4251702.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22429077 Directions, Guidance, Truth, Scripture: Psalms 19 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 16:49:00 +0000 Bethlehem's Pastors Guest Pastor in for Pastor Priem's absence. Guest Pastor in for Pastor Priem's absence. Guest Pastor in for Pastor Priem's absence.… Bethlehem's Pastors 1148 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22426508/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_sermonpastorotto/id/4249272.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22426508 Sermon Pastor Otto Sun, 13 Jul 2025 17:43:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Love Your Enemies, because God loves you! Love Your Enemies, because God loves you! Love Your Enemies, because God loves you!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1762 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22424354/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_fullytraineddisciples/id/4247254.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22424354 Mercy, Compassion, Forgiveness, Scripture: Luke 6:36-6:42 Sun, 06 Jul 2025 16:04:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Jesus tells us that Repentance means rejoicing! Jesus tells us that Repentance means rejoicing! Jesus tells us that Repentance means rejoicing!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1522 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22421567/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_lost/id/4244514.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22421567 Confession, Repentance, Forgiveness, Scripture: Luke 15 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 16:02:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Marriage is a celebration of God's grace, and the celebration of God's grace is essentially a wedding celebration Marriage is a celebration of God's grace, and the celebration of God's grace is essentially a wedding celebration Marriage is a celebration of God's grace, and the celebration of God's grace is essentially a wedding celebration… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1711 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22421565/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatbringsustogethertoday/id/4244512.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22421565 Marriage, Unity, Ecclesiology, Scripture: Luke 14:7-14:24 Sun, 22 Jun 2025 15:59:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Listen to Moses and the Prophets Listen to Moses and the Prophets Listen to Moses and the Prophets… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1360 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22417593/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_listen/id/4240635.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22417593 Lazarus, Wealth, Old Testament, Scripture: Luke 16:19-16:31 Sun, 15 Jun 2025 18:08:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem The teaching of the Trinity isn't to confuse us but remind us of how great God is and all the great things He has done for us! The teaching of the Trinity isn't to confuse us but remind us of how great God is and all the great things He has done for us! The teaching of the Trinity isn't to confuse us but remind us of how great God is and all the great things He has done for us!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1004 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22415019/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howbigisgod/id/4238166.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22415019 Trinity, Christmas, Pentecost, Scripture: John 3:1-3:17, Series: Holy Trinity Sunday Sun, 08 Jun 2025 15:31:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem The Holy Spirit has given us the Word of God to break down barriers and bring Jesus' healing The Holy Spirit has given us the Word of God to break down barriers and bring Jesus' healing The Holy Spirit has given us the Word of God to break down barriers and bring Jesus' healing… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1571 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22410395/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_tonguesoffire/id/4233617.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22410395 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Witness, Scripture: Acts 2, James 3, Series: Pentecost Sun, 01 Jun 2025 16:30:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem What do we do when we're stuck in the middle? What do we do when we're stuck in the middle? What do we do when we're stuck in the middle?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1845 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22408707/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_caughtinthemiddlewithyou/id/4231918.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22408707 Ascension, Pentecost, Witness, Scripture: John 15:26, Series: Easter Sun, 25 May 2025 17:48:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem What does it even mean to pray "In Jesus' Name"? What does it even mean to pray "In Jesus' Name"? What does it even mean to pray "In Jesus' Name"?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1447 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22406245/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_inesusname/id/4229429.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22406245 Prayer, Worship, Identity, Scripture: John 16:23-16:33, Series: Easter Sun, 18 May 2025 17:47:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem How is it to the disciples' advantage that Jesus went away? How is it to the disciples' advantage that Jesus went away? How is it to the disciples' advantage that Jesus went away?… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1118 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22406244/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thegift/id/4229427.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22406244 Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Witness, Scripture: John 16:5-16:15, Series: Easter Sun, 11 May 2025 17:38:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem In the light of Easter we can look back and see how God turns ALL our suffering into joy In the light of Easter we can look back and see how God turns ALL our suffering into joy In the light of Easter we can look back and see how God turns ALL our suffering into joy… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1041 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22406243/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_eastersightis2020/id/4229426.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22406243 : Mother’s, Hindsight, Hope, Scripture: John 16:16-16:22, Series: Easter Sun, 04 May 2025 18:37:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Gathering the scattered sheep is a powerful Gospel metaphor that taps into the history of Israel even more than the obvious agricultural connection Gathering the scattered sheep is a powerful Gospel metaphor that taps into the history of Israel even more than the obvious agricultural connection Gathering the scattered sheep is a powerful Gospel metaphor that taps into the history of Israel even more than the obvious agricultural connection… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1387 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22398936/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_gathered/id/4222456.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22398936 Rescue, History, Church, Scripture: John 10:11-10, Series: Easter Sun, 27 Apr 2025 15:42:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God breathes and the earth is changed forever! God breathes and the earth is changed forever! God breathes and the earth is changed forever!… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 895 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22396577/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_atlasshrugged/id/4220131.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22396577 Life, Forgiveness, Mission, Scripture: John 20:19-20:31, Series: Easter Sun, 20 Apr 2025 16:14:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem God has given us certainty that is greater than death God has given us certainty that is greater than death God has given us certainty that is greater than death… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 908 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22394242/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_deathandtaxes/id/4217840.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22394242 Resurrection, Hope, Life, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-15:23, Series: Easter Fri, 18 Apr 2025 16:11:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem David in his time of suffering saw hope in the suffering of Christ and God’s ultimate deliverance. David in his time of suffering saw hope in the suffering of Christ and God’s ultimate deliverance. David in his time of suffering saw hope in the suffering of Christ and God’s ultimate deliverance. … Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1793 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22394241/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatisworship/id/4217839.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22394241 Prophecy, Forsaken, Suffering, Scripture: Psalms 22, Series: Good Friday Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:55:00 +0000 Rev. David M. Reimnitz The seventh of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 143 which has been attributed to King David. Although relatively speaking, David is the innocent party in his conflicts with Saul, Absalom, and Adonijah, he recognizes that his own sins make him unworthy of claiming any blessings from the Lord. Like a parched land, there is a dire need sapping the life of the penitent. God provides sustenance for the thirsty penitent in the hope of the LORD’S promised deliverance. The seventh of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 143 which has been attributed to King David. Although relatively speaking, David is the innocent party in his conflicts with Saul, Absalom, and Adonijah, he recognizes that his own sins make him unworthy of claiming any blessings from the Lord. Like a parched land, there is a dire need sapping the life of the penitent. God provides sustenance for the thirsty penitent in the hope of the LORD’S promised deliverance. The seventh of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 143 which has been attributed to King David. Although relatively speaking, David is the innocent party in his conflicts with Saul, Absalom, and Adonijah, he recognizes that his own sins make him unw… Rev. David M. Reimnitz 1510 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22394237/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepenitentthirstsforthelord/id/4217834.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22394237 Penitent, Waiting, Thirst, Scripture: Psalms 143, Series: Maundy Thursday Sun, 13 Apr 2025 18:49:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem True worship isn’t about what we give to God or what we want to get out of it. It’s receiving what God wants us to get out of it. True worship isn’t about what we give to God or what we want to get out of it. It’s receiving what God wants us to get out of it. True worship isn’t about what we give to God or what we want to get out of it. It’s receiving what God wants us to get out of it.… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1084 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22391513/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatisworship/id/4215158.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22391513 Worship, Traditional, Contemporary, Scripture: John 12:12-12:19, Series: Palm Sunday Wed, 09 Apr 2025 17:44:00 +0000 Rev. David M. Reimnitz The sixth of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 130 which was commonly recited as God’s people made their way to worship in the temple in Jerusalem. The penitent’s patient waiting considers the tension between the depth and depravity of their sin and the hope of the Lord’s promised deliverance. The sixth of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 130 which was commonly recited as God’s people made their way to worship in the temple in Jerusalem. The penitent’s patient waiting considers the tension between the depth and depravity of their sin and the hope of the Lord’s promised deliverance. The sixth of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 130 which was commonly recited as God’s people made their way to worship in the temple in Jerusalem. The penitent’s patient waiting considers the tension between the depth and depravity of their sin a… Rev. David M. Reimnitz 1438 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22389040/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepenitentwaitspatientlyonthe/id/4212752.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22389040 Penitent, Waiting, Tension, Scripture: Psalms 130, Series: Lent Sun, 06 Apr 2025 17:41:00 +0000 Rev. David M. Reimnitz Even though we know the facts concerning eternal life, we still seem to fail the test of living in the present. I fail to rejoice in the Lord always, especially when life goes "wrong" in all kinds of ways. Paul, convinced of his future with Christ Jesus, changed his perspective on how he experienced his life in the present. Not matter what – he could "rejoice in the Lord always." What we know and believe about our future in Christ changes our perspective on life in the present. Even though we know the facts concerning eternal life, we still seem to fail the test of living in the present. I fail to rejoice in the Lord always, especially when life goes "wrong" in all kinds of ways. Paul, convinced of his future with Christ Jesus, changed his perspective on how he experienced his life in the present. Not matter what – he could "rejoice in the Lord always." What we know and believe about our future in Christ changes our perspective on life in the present. Even though we know the facts concerning eternal life, we still seem to fail the test of living in the present. I fail to rejoice in the Lord always, especially when life goes "wrong" in all kinds of ways. Paul, convinced of his future with Christ Jes… Rev. David M. Reimnitz 1473 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22389039/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_reoiceinthelordalways/id/4212751.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22389039 Quiz, Rejoice Always, Present, Scripture: Philippians 3:1 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 15:47:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Even in the most desperate circumstances, we can rejoice because God is always providing for us Even in the most desperate circumstances, we can rejoice because God is always providing for us Even in the most desperate circumstances, we can rejoice because God is always providing for us… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1014 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22386612/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_godprovides/id/4210381.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22386612 Desert, Difficulties, Encouragement, Scripture: John 6:1-6:15 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:05:00 +0000 Rev. David M. Reimnitz The fourth of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 51. The penitent prays for and from a purified heart. Penitential prayer is always a prayer confessing sinfulness through and through with a desire for renewal, a complete change of heart. From that purified heart, the penitent now prays for renewed service. The fourth of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 51. The penitent prays for and from a purified heart. Penitential prayer is always a prayer confessing sinfulness through and through with a desire for renewal, a complete change of heart. From that purified heart, the penitent now prays for renewed service. The fourth of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 51. The penitent prays for and from a purified heart. Penitential prayer is always a prayer confessing sinfulness through and through with a desire for renewal, a complete change of heart. From tha… Rev. David M. Reimnitz 1714 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22384281/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_theprayersofthepenitent/id/4208082.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22384281 Penitent, David, Prayer, Scripture: Psalms 51, Series: Lent Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:03:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem We’re always tempted to put our faith and hope in the vehicles of God’s grace rather than God’s grace itself We’re always tempted to put our faith and hope in the vehicles of God’s grace rather than God’s grace itself We’re always tempted to put our faith and hope in the vehicles of God’s grace rather than God’s grace itself… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1292 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22384280/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dontkillthemessenger/id/4208081.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22384280 Temple, Tradition, Mary, Scripture: Jeremiah 26:1-26:15, Series: Lent Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:58:00 +0000 Rev. David M. Reimnitz The 3rd of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 38. Here we discover that the disposition of the penitent is clinging faith, even when the Lord’s hand is heavy upon us. The penitent feels the Lord’s heavy warning of sin even as they cling to the Lord for salvation The 3rd of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 38. Here we discover that the disposition of the penitent is clinging faith, even when the Lord’s hand is heavy upon us. The penitent feels the Lord’s heavy warning of sin even as they cling to the Lord for salvation The 3rd of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 38. Here we discover that the disposition of the penitent is clinging faith, even when the Lord’s hand is heavy upon us. The penitent feels the Lord’s heavy warning of sin even as they cling to the Lord… Rev. David M. Reimnitz 1458 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22381913/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thedispositionofthepenitent/id/4205746.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22381913 Penitent, David, Disposition, Scripture: Psalms 38, Series: Lent III Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:10:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem When life spins out of control, Jesus is the one thing we can hold onto for dear life When life spins out of control, Jesus is the one thing we can hold onto for dear life When life spins out of control, Jesus is the one thing we can hold onto for dear life… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1290 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22381916/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_dontletgo/id/4205749.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22381916 Doubt, Anxiety, Prayer, Scripture: Matthew 15:21-15:28, Series: Lent Wed, 12 Mar 2025 17:32:00 +0000 Rev. David M. Reimnitz The 2nd of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 32. It is one of the clearest statements of the doctrines of repentance, justification and forgiveness in the Old Testament. It is closely related to Psalm 51. It appears that this psalm, like Psalm 51, was written to express David's repentance after the prophet Nathan had confronted him with his sins of adultery and murder (2 Samuel 12). Psalm 32 clearly contrasts the way in which the world considers a person to be blessed with the way God actually blesses people. The 2nd of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 32. It is one of the clearest statements of the doctrines of repentance, justification and forgiveness in the Old Testament. It is closely related to Psalm 51. It appears that this psalm, like Psalm 51, was written to express David's repentance after the prophet Nathan had confronted him with his sins of adultery and murder (2 Samuel 12). Psalm 32 clearly contrasts the way in which the world considers a person to be blessed with the way God actually blesses people. The 2nd of the seven Penitential Psalms is Psalm 32. It is one of the clearest statements of the doctrines of repentance, justification and forgiveness in the Old Testament. It is closely related to Psalm 51. It appears that this psalm, like Psalm 51, … Rev. David M. Reimnitz 1644 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22379515/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_thepenitentareblessed/id/4203394.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22379515 Penitent, David, Blessing, Scripture: Psalms 32, Series: Lent Sun, 09 Mar 2025 17:39:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem One step at a time, faith in God’s salvation bring us the victory through Jesus’ strength One step at a time, faith in God’s salvation bring us the victory through Jesus’ strength One step at a time, faith in God’s salvation bring us the victory through Jesus’ strength… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1024 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22379518/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_howdoyoueatanelephant/id/4203395.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22379518 Goliath, Goals, Scripture, Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-17:51 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:01:00 +0000 Rev. David M. Reimnitz Ash Wednesday begins the penitential season of Lent: 40 days (not including Sundays) of reflection and sorrow over our sin and its consequences. During this time, we also meditate on what Jesus Christ suffered for us because of our sins and what His perfect obedience to the Father, even unto death on the cross, brings for us. Around the 6th century AD, seven psalms were designated as the Penitential Psalms. These psalms are expressive of sorrow for sin and were especially used during the season of Lent. These seven psalms will be the basis for our midweek Lenten meditations, beginning with the first of these, Psalm 6. According to Psalm 6, What Is It To Be Penitent?   A. Penitence is despair over sin.  B. Penitence is trust in God’s deliverance. Ash Wednesday begins the penitential season of Lent: 40 days (not including Sundays) of reflection and sorrow over our sin and its consequences. During this time, we also meditate on what Jesus Christ suffered for us because of our sins and what His perfect obedience to the Father, even unto death on the cross, brings for us. Around the 6th century AD, seven psalms were designated as the Penitential Psalms. These psalms are expressive of sorrow for sin and were especially used during the season of Lent. These seven psalms will be the basis for our midweek Lenten meditations, beginning with the first of these, Psalm 6. According to Psalm 6, What Is It To Be Penitent?   A. Penitence is despair over sin.  B. Penitence is trust in God’s deliverance. Ash Wednesday begins the penitential season of Lent: 40 days (not including Sundays) of reflection and sorrow over our sin and its consequences. During this time, we also meditate on what Jesus Christ suffered for us because of our sins and what His pe… Rev. David M. Reimnitz 1179 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22377094/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_whatisittobepenitent/id/4201024.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22377094 Penitent, David, Scripture: Psalms 6, Series: Ash Wednesday Sun, 02 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000 Rev. Matthew D. Priem Like Moses and Elijah but greater, you know Jesus’ departure in Jerusalem won’t be for good Like Moses and Elijah but greater, you know Jesus’ departure in Jerusalem won’t be for good Like Moses and Elijah but greater, you know Jesus’ departure in Jerusalem won’t be for good… Rev. Matthew D. Priem 1141 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22377093/controller/link/action/podcast/type/audio_hellbeback/id/4201022.mp3 https://bethlehemlutheranchurch.sermon.net/22377093 Renewal, Strength, Old Testament, Scripture: Luke 9:28-9:36