http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/ en Sermons from Bethel Lutheran Church, in Cupertino California. http://bethelcupertino.org/graphics/logoblue2.gif http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/ 144 160 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:30:00 PDT webmaster@bethelcupertino.org (Webmaster) Sermon delivered by Pastor Randy Pabst. Why did the disciples cross to the other side of the lake? O.K. it’s a stretch. But, it is an important question (no joke intended). Today we not only ask that question but are brought face to face with what they encountered—a terrible storm. And, of course, who calms the storm? This is much more than a story about Jesus calming the “storms” of life. This points us to Jesus in the midst of our journey no matter what we might face! http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/sermon20090621.mp3 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 09:00:00 PDT Sermon delivered by Pastor Randy Pabst. Gardeners know about seeds. However, as obvious as Jesus’ parables might be about scattering seeds and the wonder of the mustard seed, there is another point in all this. Jesus is reminding us that our sowing in life is grounded not in production but in faith. Today we are challenged and affirmed in a life of faith and trust in God that empowers us to truly sow the seeds of faith and allow the miracle of God’s love to “grow” well beyond our imaginings! http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/sermon20090614.mp3 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 10:30:00 PDT Sermon delivered by Pastor Rick Sherrill. Following Jesus is a journey that requires both courage and stamina. This Sunday, we celebrate that God has given us sacraments to power our steps. Holy Baptism is the on-ramp to the Christian life. Through water and the Holy Spirit, God claims us as His own and gives us a lifelong identity. Holy Communion is nothing less than fuel for the Christian life. In, with and under the bread and wine, Jesus gives us a burst of grace that propels us forward in service. Isn’t it amazing that God uses water to get us moving and bread and wine to keep us moving? http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/sermon20090607.mp3 Sun, 7 Jun 2009 09:00:00 PDT Sermon delivered by Pastor Rick Sherrill. On the fiftieth day of Easter we celebrate the Holy Spirit, through whom and in whom the people of God are empowered and re-created. Pentecost is sometimes called the church’s birthday, but might more appropriately be called its baptism day, since the gift of the Spirit is what gives us the power to live for God everyday. Today we celebrate that the Spirit is still at work in each of us and in the entirety of creation. http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/sermon20090531.mp3 Sun, 31 May 2009 09:00:00 PDT Sermon delivered by Pastor Randy Pabst. Most of us know about the 40 Days of Purpose from Pr. Rick Warren. Nice idea—but what about the rest of our lives? Don’t we all need PURPOSE every day?!? Today, Jesus invites his closest followers into a purpose that actually goes beyond their lives on into our very lives—that is, to bear witness to the one who suffered; who died; who rose from the dead for the sake of the world! http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/sermon20090524.mp3 Sun, 24 May 2009 09:00:00 PDT Sermon delivered by Pastor Randy Pabst. One of the worst human flaws is our tendency to compare ourselves to others. Immediately after Peter is forgiven by Jesus pointed toward his future, he wants to know what the future holds for another disciple (the one who Jesus loved!) Jesus’ simple response cuts through our walls of pride, shame and resistance—“Follow Me!” Today we hear the inspirational story of how a group of teenagers have answered Jesus’ call. http://bethelcupertino.org/worship/sermons/sermon20090510.mp3 Sun, 10 May 2009 09:00:00 PDT