St. Peter’s Weekly Messages

Deep Fake Deep Faith | Narcissistianity | 4

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Narcissistianity | September 29, 2024 | Pastor John Cordrey | The deep faith focuses not on personal development but on the core gospel message of repentance, forgiveness, and transformation into Christ's likeness. Scripture calls us to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Jesus. Doing this involves embracing humility, service, and the pursuit of God's will above our own desires. True fulfillment and purpose are found not in self-actualization, but in living for Christ and being conformed to His image.

Deep Fake Deep Faith | Moralistic Therapeutic Deism | 3

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Moralistic Therapeutic Deism | September 22, 2024 | Pastor Adam Rodriguez | The deep faith knows that God is not in our lives to make us happy or to be at our beck and call, God demands things from us. While we can’t fulfill God’s demands, Jesus did on our behalf. We know that God is not at a distance, but rather, is intimately involved in our life through Christ. We cling to the work of Christ as we go throughout our life.

Deep Fake Deep Faith | Jesus and Something | 2

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Jesus and Something | September 15, 2024 | Pastor John Cordrey | The deep faith knows that it is only Jesus that is needed for salvation. We don’t bring anything to the table when it comes to our salvation. Jesus is the sole acting agent in obtaining eternal life.

Deep Fake Deep Faith | Political and Powerful Jesus |1

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Political and Powerful Jesus | September 8, 2024 | Pastor Adam Rodriguez | The deep faith knows that Jesus came not to topple Rome or any other governmental institution, rather, Jesus came to fight an even greater battle. Jesus came as a servant, to save people from their sins. And this forgiveness offers a new way of life. A life not striving after power, but striving after service to our neighbors.

Lectionary Series | The Righteous Shephard

St. Peter’s Lutheran | The Righteous Shephard | September 1, 2024 | Pastor Tim Carter | The prophet Jeremiah speaks out against the shepherds of Israel who were abusing the people, promising that one day God would raise up a new shepherd to lead them. When Jesus sees the crowd of people, like sheep without a shepherd, He steps forward to care for them spiritually and physically. Together, these passages highlight Jesus as the fulfillment of Jeremiah’s prophecy—the righteous shepherd who gathers, leads, and provides for His people, embodying God's care and compassion for Israel.

Here For You | I Will Uphold You | 4

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Here For You | August 25, 2024 | Pastor Adam Rodriguez | In times of struggle, we find comfort in the promise of God's unwavering support. His righteous right hand not only sustains us through our burdens, but Jesus takes upon Himself our burden of sin, and through the Holy Spirit, we are empowered to uplift others in their time of need. 

Here For You | I Will Strengthen You and Help You | 3

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Here For You | August 18, 2024 | Pastor John Cordrey | As believers, we strive to grow in our faith and become more like Christ. This journey of transformation involves renewing our minds and embracing a growth mindset. Through this process, God builds us up and strengthens us in the fullness of Christ, preparing us for service in His kingdom.

Here For You | I Am Your God | 2

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Here For You | August 11, 2024 | Pastor John Cordrey | In a world full of uncertainty, it's essential to have a solid foundation to lean on. Our faith and life find that foundation in Jesus Christ, giving us the confidence to navigate the complexities of life with truth and grace.

Here For You | I Am With You | 1

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Here For You  | August 4, 2024 | Pastor Adam Rodriguez | In the journey of faith, we come to know our profound connection with God through Jesus Christ. Through this bond, we are empowered to build a vibrant and supportive community where we can embrace life together and uncover the beauty of genuine fellowship.

Genesis | Joseph: A Redemptive Perspective and Purpose | 9

St. Peter’s Lutheran | Genesis  | July 28, 2024 | Pastor Adam Rodriguez | As we wrap up our series in the book of Genesis, Joseph's final narrative reveals the large theme of the entire narrative. What was meant for evil, God turned into good. From the Fall, all the way to Abraham's dysfunctional family, God takes what was meant for evil and turns it into good time and again. Here, at the end of Genesis, God uses the betrayal of Joseph for the preservation of God’s people and leads them into Egypt, saving them from certain death due to famine.  What can we learn from Joseph’s experiences? A redemptive perspective and purpose for our lives.