Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Our Savior Lutheran Church A friendly and diverse community of imperfect people dedicated to following a perfect God while sharing His radical grace and mercy. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://oslclaurel.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Job Opportunities](https://oslclaurel.org/15956-2/) - Business Manager Full-Time | On-Site | Exempt OSLC is seeking a Business Manager to serve as the operational backbone of their church and early childhood center. This role oversees financial management, administrative operations, facilities, human resources, and communications — freeing pastoral staff to focus on ministry and spiritual care. Key areas of responsibility include supervising - [Pastor Peter's Letter reference COVID-19](https://oslclaurel.org/pastor-peters-letter-reference-covid-19/) - Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Psalm 46 begins, “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.” We will not - [Letter from the Governance Board, RE: COVID-19](https://oslclaurel.org/letter-from-the-governance-board-re-covid-19/) - To Our Congregation, As Our Savior Lutheran Church actively monitors the evolving conditions related to COVID-19, we recognize the significant impact it has made on everyone’s lives over the last several weeks. We are having extensive discussions to effectively plan and mobilize how we continue to nurture and grow our ministries while being committed to - [The Old Rugged Cross](https://oslclaurel.org/the-old-rugged-cross/) - I have no words to express the thoughts going through my head. I am heartbroken for the families, the friends, the relatives, and the neighbors. What do you say when there are two devastatingly horrific acts of violence in one seven-day period. Over 30 lives lost. Over 30 lives that could have impacted thousands, if - [Hurricane Ida Damage Assessment and Response](https://oslclaurel.org/hurricane-ida-damage-assessment-and-response/) - Ida was a deadly and destructive Category 4 hurricane that became the second-most damaging and intense hurricane to strike the U.S. state of Louisiana on record, behind Hurricane Katrina. On August 29, the 16th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Ida made landfall near Port Fourchon, Louisiana and its effects were felt all along her track until she - [Missions Update: Haiti - Village of Hope](https://oslclaurel.org/missions-update-haiti-village-of-hope/) - Those who were interested and able to make it to a zoom meeting on 5/11, met to discuss the current our status of Village of Hope in Haiti. Due to many issues we have been unable to partake in a mission trip to VOH in Haiti, so in this meeting we talked about what is - [Faith Walk Brick Donations](https://oslclaurel.org/faith-walk-brick-donations/) - FAITH WALK – "LET’S FINISH OUR GOOD BEGINNING" (this was the original theme to the fundraising campaign for the CDC) In conjunction with the church’s entranceway landscape work, the FAITH WALK will be repaired and completed. The current bricks will be cleaned, the path will be enhanced and leveled, the bricks will be re-laid and it - [Winter Shelter 2020](https://oslclaurel.org/winter-shelter-2020/) - As you might guess, due to the Corona virus, Laurel Winter Shelter is not operating as normal this year. There is no way to safely run the shelter in individual congregations. Under a county supported program with CCSI, our homeless friends are being housed at a hotel in Beltsville. ## Pages - [HomePage](https://oslclaurel.org/) - A friendly and diverse community of imperfect people dedicated to following a perfect God while sharing His radical grace and mercy. - [Music Ministry](https://oslclaurel.org/serve-in-worship-music/) - We are very passionate about music at OSLC and use this passion to worship and praise God in our own special way! These groups help lead worship regularly, and meet one evening weekly. Praise Team - Rehearsals on Tuesdays - Leads Worship on Sundays at 10:45 Choir - Rehearsals on Wednesdays - Leads Worship on - [Serve with us](https://oslclaurel.org/serve/) - We are excited to join with you in service to our Lord! Here are a few ways you can get connected to ministries that serve the church, the community, and the world. Click the tiles below to find out more information about any of these ministries and get connected! We look forward to serving with - [Serve with Children's Ministry](https://oslclaurel.org/serve-with-childrens/) - We are always looking for volunteers passionate about teaching the Word to our young kids! Sunday school is a way we connect with our kids and teach them about the love of Christ. We are thankful to those who volunteer their talent and time to serve. If you are interested in serving or finding more - [Serve on Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/serve-contact/) - Come serve alongside us on Sunday mornings! We have so many ways to serve that anyone can help! From greeting people as the walk in the door, to helping run the AV during worship, and much more! We are so thankful to those who volunteer their talent and time to serve. If you are interested - [Serve with Youth Ministry](https://oslclaurel.org/serve-with-youth/) - Our Church is passionate about teaching our youth who Jesus is, and we are always looking for people to get involved! If you are passionate about working/teaching middle or high schoolers please let us know! You can click here to see what our youth group is up to and how you can serve. We are - [Property Support](https://oslclaurel.org/property-support/) - Sign up to help out! Find a task on our list you can do on your own schedule. Please fill out the contact form below with your preferred date and task you would like to help with, and we’ll see if we can create an opportunity for you! Facility TasksDownload Your name Your email Work - [Grief Share](https://oslclaurel.org/grief-share/) - Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Join one of our sessions of GriefShare, where trained facilitators who have each experienced profound grief are ready to support and walk with you on your grief journey. We have an in person class beginning on September 14th from 7-9pm. Please click below for more information - [Liberian Ministry](https://oslclaurel.org/liberian-ministry/) - Unto the ends of the earth OUR NEXT MEETING IS AUGUST 12TH AT 7PM MISSION: To give hope through the sharing of God’s love by providing Christ-centered education for underserved children in Gbueglay, #3 District, Grand Bassa County, Liberia. VISION: The Liberia Mission Team will serve as a conduit of God’s love to the children - [Men's Fellowship](https://oslclaurel.org/mens-fellowship/) - The Men at Our Savior meet weekly for a Men's Bible Study, and monthly for fellowship after worship, and monthly for a meal MEN’S BREAKFAST BIBLE STUDY When: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:30 - 9:00am Where: Bob Evans Restaurant, 3361 Corridor Marketplace, Laurel MD Contact: Glenn Olsen MONTHLY MEN’S FELLOWSHIP When: - [Adult Small Group Studies](https://oslclaurel.org/adult-small-group-studies/) - We offer a variety of small group studies throughout the week both in the church building or off-site. Below lists our current groups. New participants are always welcome. We also have home groups that meet. To get connected please use the contact form at the bottom of the page. Manna in the Morning: Manna in - [10 am Livestream](https://oslclaurel.org/watch-live/) - One Worship Service for Kick-Off Sunday! If you can't join us in-person please join our livestream here or you can head to our YouTube channel or our Facebook page! - [Adult Connections](https://oslclaurel.org/adult-education/) - We are excited to study God's Word with you! There are many different opportunities to grow in your faith at Our Savior. Join with us in studying God's Word by clicking on one of the pictures below. We look forward to connecting with you soon! Here is a list of all adult education and fellowship - [Volunteer Sign up](https://oslclaurel.org/volunteer-sign-up/) - [10:45am Livestream](https://oslclaurel.org/815am-livestream-2/) - Join us at 10:45 am every Sunday for our traditional worship service at OSLC. You can watch live here, or you can head to our YouTube channel or our Facebook page! Livestreaming is here to stay, but we would love for you to join us in person! - [Care Ministries](https://oslclaurel.org/care/) - Our desire to care for you comes from the love of Christ! We want to support everyone to get involved with us in serving and caring for others. At Our Savior, we know that those who are cared for in mind, body, and spirit are also able to best serve and care for others. Whether - [Youth Ministry at oUR SAVIOR](https://oslclaurel.org/youth/) - Youth Group Wednesday nights our 6th-12th graders meet from 7-8:30 for fellowship, games, snacks, Bible study and small groups. All are welcome, but if you would like more information, fill out the form below to get in touch with our director of youth ministries! Sunday Mornings Youth classes meet every Sunday morning in the youth - [Children's Ministry](https://oslclaurel.org/childrens-ministry/) - VBS - Check it out here! VBS registration is open! Spend a week with us during the morning in the summer learning about God's love, while playing games, singing songs and having fun! Sunday school Sunday school for children Pre-K through 5th Grade happens in the Open Arms wing at 9:30am, we have one class - [Congregational Documents](https://oslclaurel.org/congregational-documents/) - [Congregational Assembly Documents](https://oslclaurel.org/congregational-assembly-documents/) - Congregational Assembly January 25, 2026 Congregational Assembly September 21, 2025 Congregational Assembly June 22, 2025 Assembly slides Congregational Assembly, February 2, 2025 Approved Minutes Congregational Assembly June 22, 2024 Approved Ministry Action Plan FY25 Assembly Slides Approved minutes Amended Call Process Resolution Congregational Assembly Jan 21, 2024 Approved Minutes Assembly Powerpoints Special Congregational Assembly Dec - [Governing Documents](https://oslclaurel.org/governing-documents/) - Call Process Southeastern District Presentation Congregational Call Process Resolution Constitution and Bylaws Constitution-2009 Bylaws-Amended Feb 2, 2025 Policies 2010_09_14_Youth_Policy_Manual Governance Board Policy, July 2025 Governance Board Responsibilities Responsibilities and Job Descriptions ministry PLANNING DOCUMENTS OSLC Target Areas for FY 2026 - [Disaster Response](https://oslclaurel.org/serve/disaster-response/) - Disaster Response Links and information about current disaster relief efforts our congregation is connected to and how to help. - [Serve Nationally/Internationally](https://oslclaurel.org/serve-nationally-internationally/) - Our congregation serves and cares for people around the nation by providing teams for Disaster Relief, assisting with Orphan Grain Train, and actively supporting the Lutheran Women in Mission. Serving does not end at the borders of our country, we also serve on Mission trips to Haiti, Puerto Rico, and Liberia, make Quilts for Lutheran - [Serve in our Local Community](https://oslclaurel.org/serve-in-our-local-community/) - Tutoring, Elizabeth House, Food Bank, Side by Side, Local Disaster response are just a few ways to join us in service to our community. Food Bank: Smiling Souls Food Bank operates every second Saturday of the month and we are always looking for hands! If you are free Friday morning for delivery or Friday night - [Upcoming Events](https://oslclaurel.org/upcoming-events/) - [Ways To Give](https://oslclaurel.org/give/) - Give in-person at a Sunday worship service at 8:15 am or 10:45 am. Give online at anytime! Click here to give now Give through the mail! Our address is 13611 Laurel-Bowie Rd. Laurel, MD 20708 - [How can we pray for you?](https://oslclaurel.org/how-can-we-pray-for-you/) - We are a community that prays. Do you need prayer or want someone to pray with you? Contact us so we can connect you with someone to pray for you. Your Name Your Email Phone Number (optional) How can we pray for you? Please include in the serviceElders, Staff, and PastorsPastors OnlyPrayer TeamWeekly Prayer ListPlease - [Breeze Calendar](https://oslclaurel.org/breeze-calendar/) - [Events Calendar](https://oslclaurel.org/events-calendar/) - Full event Calendar List of Upcoming Events - [Join our Family](https://oslclaurel.org/join-our-family/) - What does it mean to be a member of our family? A member of our family is an active, indispensable, and serving individual that is a part of the whole “family” of believers that is the church. At Our Savior, “membership” is really about being a part of a family. Members commit to following Jesus - [Liberia Mission- 2024](https://oslclaurel.org/liberia-mission-2024/) - Pray for our team (Pastor Flahn, Dana, Martha, and Mary) as they serve in Liberia for a week. Day 1: Martha writes We've made it safely with ALL our luggage and no problems! Beautiful Flights! An hour drive from the airport to Pastor Flahn's house. We enjoyed wonderful meal of rice with fish & chicken - [Who We Are](https://oslclaurel.org/who-we-are/) - WELCOME TO OUR SAVIOR At Our Savior Lutheran Church, you will discover a friendly and diverse community of imperfect people dedicated to following a perfect God. We strive to follow Jesus and grow as his disciples while taking every opportunity to serve and tell others about His radical grace and mercy so that all may - [Columbarium](https://oslclaurel.org/columbarium/) - Our Savior Lutheran Church is in the process of installing a columbarium on the north side of our property. This granite structure will be a memorial to deceased church members, with niches where their ashes can be permanently stored. The niches will be engraved with the names, dates of birth and dates of death of - [Sermons](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon/) - . - [Lent 2023: Red Letter Challenge](https://oslclaurel.org/lent-2023-red-letter-challenge/) - Red Letter Challenge | Week 1 Introduction (vimeo.com) Dear fellow travelers, Each year we take a forty-day trip ending at Jerusalem and the empty grave of Jesus between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. We see this journey, or pilgrimage, as an opportunity to learn something new about the Lord, His Word, and ourselves. This year’s - [Breeze: Our Church database](https://oslclaurel.org/breeze-our-church-database/) - Breeze is the name of the database that we use here at OSLC, but it is not just for us here on staff, it is also meant to be a resource for you too! You can use Breeze to connect with other members, view events, manage your giving, and more! To get you started, we - [Instrumental Meditation](https://oslclaurel.org/instrumentalmeditation/) - Instrumental Meditation Playlist - YouTube - [Traditional Hymns](https://oslclaurel.org/traditionalmeditiation/) - Traditional Hymns Playlist - YouTube - [Contemporary](https://oslclaurel.org/contemporarymeditation/) - Contemporary Meditation Music Playlist - YouTube - [Contact](https://oslclaurel.org/contact-form/) - Let us know what we can help you with! Your Name Your Email Subject Message - [New Here?](https://oslclaurel.org/new-here-contact/) - We are glad you are here! Help us get to know you a little more and get you connected to our community here at OSLC by filling out the form below. Your Name Spouse's Name (if applicable) Email(s) Phone Number Address I would like to know more about Add me to the Pulse email list - [Get Connected](https://oslclaurel.org/get-connected/) - We are excited to get you more connected! Let us know what you are interested in and we will reach out to you with more information. Your Name Your Email Phone Number (optional) I am interested in connecting with Here are just a few ways to get connected at OSLC AdultMenWomenYouthKidsNew Member Add me to - [8:15am Livestream](https://oslclaurel.org/815am-livestream/) - Join us at 8:15 am every Sunday for our traditional worship service at OSLC. You can watch live here, or you can head to our YouTube channel or our Facebook page! Livestreaming is here to stay, but we would love for you to join us in person! - [Ministry Contact](https://oslclaurel.org/ministry-contact/) - Use the contact form below to tell us what you are interested in learning more about, and we will get back to you shortly! Your Name Your Email Subject Message - [What We Believe](https://oslclaurel.org/what-we-believe/) - We Believe: We believe, that it is purely by the grace of God that we are able to be saved. God in His undeserved favor, love, and mercy sent His Son, Jesus, to die for all people and for Jesus’ sake grants us grace. We believe that grace alone is only given to those who - [Social Media Widget](https://oslclaurel.org/social-media-widget/) - Instagram Facebook - [Online Connection Card](https://oslclaurel.org/connection-card/) - Hello, we are excited to worship with you! Please fill out the connection card below and let us know you were with us. Don't forget you can worship in person too, Sundays at 8:15, 10:45, and 1 pm. We want to get to know you! Set up a time to meet with one of our - [Plan a Visit](https://oslclaurel.org/plan-a-visit/) - We would love to meet you! Please tell us what time works best for you to come by and visit, whether during the week or before worship on Sundays. We are excited to connect with you and, ultimately, to share God's love with everyone! Your Name Spouse's Name (if applicable) Email(s) Phone Number Address I - [What to Expect](https://oslclaurel.org/what-to-expect/) - WHAT TO EXPECT At Our Savior, you'll find people just like you: young and old, single and married, casually dressed or dressed up. No matter your age, style, beliefs, or questions, you are welcome here! Come get to know us, and let us get to know you. WHAT ARE YOUR SERVICES LIKE? Whether it is - [OSLC Blog](https://oslclaurel.org/oslc-blog/) - [History of Our Savior](https://oslclaurel.org/history/) - Early in 1968, pastors Kenneth Beachboard and Ed Birner saw a growing mission opportunity in South Laurel. With prayer and a desire to connect with people, they introduced a number of families to form the fellowship that would later become Our Savior Lutheran Church in June of 1969. Initially operating a vibrant mission out of - [Next Steps](https://oslclaurel.org/next-steps/) - Welcome to Our Savior Being a Christian is a journey, and every journey begins with the first step. But the first step is never the last one because after every step, there is the next one and we want to help you find your next step by connecting with you so that we can join - [Education](https://oslclaurel.org/edu/) - [Staff](https://oslclaurel.org/staff/) - [Photo Galleries](https://oslclaurel.org/galleries/) - [Newsletter Sign-up](https://oslclaurel.org/newsletter-sign-up/) - We won’t send you spam or junk mail, but we will send you a weekly email called the Pulse and a monthly newsletter called the Sounds. These emails are a great way to find out what is going on at Our Savior. 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Use Heading 2 since Heading - [Sermon Topics](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon/topics/) - [Sermon Speakers](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon/speakers/) - [Sermon Series](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon/series/) - [Sermon Dates](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon/dates/) - [Sermon Books](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon/books/) ## Sign-up Sheets - [Building Care Tasks](https://oslclaurel.org/sheet/building-care-tasks/) - WELCOME ## Sermons - [Sun, Jun 18, 2023: Summer at the movies - Princess Bride](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-jun-18-2023-summer-at-the-movies-princess-bride/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on John 15:12-17 - [Sun, June 11, 2023: Unity Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-june-11-2023-unity-sunday/) - [Sun, Jun 4, 2023: Trinity Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-jun-4-2023-trinity-sunday/) - [August 30, 2026: The Price and Triumph of the Cross](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-30-2026-the-price-and-triumph-of-the-cross/) - A sermon based on Matthew 16:21-28, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: Grace, mercy, and peace to you from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we observe and celebrate our Kick-Off Sunday—a cherished tradition here at our church. Kick-Off Sunday marks the start of our church’s calendar year, featuring a combined indoor worship - [August 23, 2026: The Great Confession](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-23-2026-the-great-confession/) - A sermon based on Matthew 16:13-20, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [August 16, 2026: Border Crossings](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-16-2026-border-crossings/) - A sermon based on Matthew 15:21-28, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [August 9, 2026: Look Out for Jesus in the Storms](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-9-2026-look-out-for-jesus-in-the-storms/) - A sermon based on Matthew 14:22-33, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Have you stared down the waves and wind lately? I mean, real life storms? A sudden death of a loved one. What seemed like a routine trip to the doctor suddenly becomes a devastating diagnosis. That moment can shake your faith to the core. Isn’t - [August 2, 2026: You Give Them Something To Eat](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-2-2026-you-give-them-something-to-eat/) - A sermon based on Matthew 14:13-21 , Rev. J. Orlando Flahn The lectionary's three weeks of parables are over and now we have a couple of weeks ahead of some of Jesus’ miracles. This week it's "the feeding of the 5000" (Matthew 14:13-21). This is an interesting story…although I love the version of the Gospel - [July 26, 2026: Finding the True Treasure](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-26-2026-finding-the-true-treasure/) - A sermon based on Matthew 13:44-52, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn What is the most valuable thing in your life? Is it money, fame or reputation, comfort, material possessions, family, or some other pleasure? Of course, we are in church this morning, so you will say, “God.” I understand. But is God really the most valuable - [July 19, 2026: No Time for Casting Stones, When Hands are Washing Feet](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-19-2026-no-time-for-casting-stones-when-hands-are-washing-feet/) - A sermon based on Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, Guest Pastor Rev. Dr. John P. Jakupciak - [July 12, 2026: Spiritual Agriculture!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-12-2026-spiritual-agriculture/) - A sermon based on Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. - [July 5, 2026: Trading Our Stress for His Rest](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-5-2026-trading-our-stress-for-his-rest/) - A sermon based on Matthew 11:25-30, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: Are you weary of carrying life’s burdens alone? Many believers, though they profess faith in Christ, still live each day weighed down by stress, carrying burdens that Jesus has already taken upon Himself through His death, burial, and resurrection. Instead of embracing the rest - [June 28, 2026: Choosing the Cross Over Comfort](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-28-2026-choosing-the-cross-over-comfort/) - A sermon based on Matthew 10:34-42, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Grace, mercy, and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ! Amen!What will it cost you to follow Jesus? What are you willing to risk or surrender for your faith? When Jesus invites us, His followers, to pick up the cross - [June 21, 2026: The Family Beyond the Family](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-21-2026-the-family-beyond-the-family/) - A sermon based on Matthew 5a, 21-33, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. - [June 14, 2026: The Priorities of a Harvest-Driven Church](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-14-2026-the-priorities-of-a-harvest-driven-church/) - A sermon based on Matthew 9:35-10:8, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Chinese Confucian scholar was converted to Jesus Christ. He later explained to his friends why he became a follower of Jesus with a story: He said to his friends, “A man fell into a dark, dirty, slimy pit.... He tried to climb out of the - [JUNE 7, 2026: His Call Changes Everything!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-7-2026-his-call-changes-everything/) - A sermon based on Matthew 9:9-13, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Grace, mercy, and peace be to you from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ! Recognizing and accepting God's call or invitation is often challenging. As I wrote in my pastor’s blurb for this Sunday: “Responding promptly to God’s call can be difficult. We - [May 24, 2026: Pentecost 2026!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-24-2026-pentecost-2026/) - A sermon based on Acts 2:1-21, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [May 17, 2026: Answered Prayers!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-17-2026-answered-prayers/) - A sermon based on John 17:1-11, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. - [May 10, 2026: Never Alone - An Unbroken Bond](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-10-2026-never-alone-an-unbroken-bond/) - A sermon based on John 14:15-21, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: Rich and Patty White traveled to a third-world country to adopt a little girl named Olona. After two years of effort and endless paperwork, the Whites finally stood before a judge who read solemn words from an official document: “Inasmuch as Olona Morgan is - [May 3, 2026: The Cure For Troubled Hearts](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-3-2026-the-cure-for-troubled-hearts/) - A sermon based on John 14:1-14, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn: Our world is broken, leaving many of us feeling hurt, disappointed, and anxious. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the U.S., affecting 42.5 million adults. Women are affected more than men, - [April 26, 2026: I Am the Good Shepherd](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-26-2026-i-am-the-good-shepherd/) - A sermon based on John 10:1-15, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: Nowhere else in the New Testament is Christ’s desire to save His people more evident than in John 10. In this passage, His leadership shines above that of any other religious figure in human history, setting Him apart in compassion and purpose. Jesus declares, - [April 19: Easter and the Church](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-19-easter-and-the-church/) - A sermon based on Luke 24:13-35, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. On Easter Sunday, we sing joyfully and triumphantly of Jesus who rose from the dead and swallowed up death forever. In our hearts, we embrace him as the living Lord. But then, we often return to a life - [April 12, 2026: So I am Sending you.](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-12-2026-so-i-am-sending-you/) - A sermon based on John 20:19-31, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: I believe we’ve just experienced what I would call the most beautiful week of the entire year—I truly love Holy Week! It makes me wonder: For those of us who experienced the fullness and beauty of this sacred week, did we take the opportunity - [April 5, 2026: Earth Shattering News!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-5-2026-earth-shattering-news/) - A sermon based on Matthew 28:10-10, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church On Easter Sunday, "He is risen! He is risen indeed! Hallelujah!" is the greeting that we exchange with one another. Ever wondered how this tradition began? It is attributed to the earliest Christians because Jesus' resurrection was at - [Sept 5, 2021, My Church Parties](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sept-5-2021-my-church-parties/) - Hebrews 10:19-25 19 Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, 20 by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh, 21 and since we have a great priest over the house of God, 22 let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, - [March 29, 2026: Ride on, King Jesus!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-29-2026-ride-on-king-jesus/) - A sermon based on Matthew 21:1-11 and John 12:12-43, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Today is Palm Sunday—the day we remember what all four Gospels describe as the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into the ancient city of Jerusalem. We commemorate and celebrate Palm Sunday because it marks a turning point in our faith, reminding us of - [March 22, 2026: Bell of Hope!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-22-2026-bell-of-hope/) - A sermon based on John 11:1-45, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Every Fifth Sunday in Lent has the uniquely interesting name of “Little Easter.” It’s a day on which we get to anticipate the upcoming celebration of Jesus’ resurrection from the grave to which his death on the cross - [March 1, 2026: How Sure Are You?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-1-2026-how-sure-are-you/) - A sermon based on Romans 4:1-8, 13-17, Guest Pastor Jim Kleinfelter As we move through the season of Lent, towards the cross, in today's readings we think about what a sure thing we have in what God (not us!) has done for us in that sacrifice. In such a performance-based culture in which we live - [March 8, 2026: God's Good News Breaks Down Walls](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-8-2026-gods-good-news-breaks-down-walls/) - A sermon based on John 4:5-26 (27-30, 39-42) , Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: New Orleans Saints tight end Benjamin Watson's Facebook post about the Ferguson decision and the protests in Missouri went viral in November 2014. Watson, then 33, wrote the post after a Monday Night Football game against the Baltimore Ravens. In the - [March 11, 2026: Dying to Doubt, Living by Faith](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-11-2026-dying-to-doubt-living-by-faith/) - o A sermon based on Matthew 14:22-33, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn This afternoon, God invites us to prepare ourselves—to die to everything that holds us back from moving forward in faith and believing God for the impossible. The Bible reminds us that with God, nothing is impossible (Luke 1:37). The challenge is to reflect deeply - [March 15, 2026: I Was Blind, But Now I See](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-15-2026-i-was-blind-but-now-i-see/) - A sermon based on John 9:1-7, 13-17, 34-39, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: The comedian Bill Cosby once shared a story about staying in the same hotel as the legendary blind singer Ray Charles. Out of courtesy, he decided to stop by Ray’s room to say hello. When he knocked, Ray called out, “Come on - [February 22, 2026: Temptation revisited](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-22-2026-temptation-revisited/) - A sermon based on Matthew 4:1-11, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church "Spiritual warfare” is a subject that many of us would prefer not to recognize or discuss. Each year, however, the First Sunday in Lent serves to warn us that trying to do this is not a good thing. - [February 15, 2026: True Love](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-15-2026-true-love/) - A sermon based on Matthew 17:1-9, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church The Epiphany season that began with the twinkling of a star that led the Wise Men to the newborn Jesus ends with a blinding vision of him as a grown-up adult. The “Transfiguration of Our Lord” is the - [February 2, 2026: Being Happy God's Way](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-2-2026-being-happy-gods-way/) - A sermon based on Matthew 5:1-12, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Our human nature craves for happiness; we yearn to be happy, and we think we should be happy. That’s how we're designed: we want to try to find fun, fulfillment, contentment, and happiness in something, and often in the wrong places and things due to - [January 24, 2026: Called to Serve on HIs Team](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-24-2026-called-to-serve-on-his-team/) - A sermon based on Matthew 4:12-25 and 1 Corinthians 1:10–18 Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: As a young man, my love for soccer grew into a dream of making the county and national teams. However, when I didn’t make the cut, I felt rejected and nearly fell into depression. At that difficult moment, a friend - [January 18, 2025: Mission Eyes](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-18-2025-mission-eyes/) - A sermon based on John 1:29-42, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. For the last five years, I have devoted the winter months of January and February to teaching a course online (zoom) for our Southeastern District’s lay deacon training program. The title of the course, “The Christian Faith: Doctrine,” - [January 11, 2025: Our True Identity in Holy Baptism](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-11-2025-our-true-identity-in-holy-baptism/) - A sermon based on Matthew 3:13-17, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Today, we will learn that John had just told the crowds he was baptizing with water, but that another would soon appear who'd baptize with fire and the Holy Spirit. And there, Jesus walks from the region of Galilee to the banks of the Jordan - [October 28, 2025: God's Righteousness apart from works](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-28-2025-gods-righteousness-apart-from-works/) - A sermon based on Romans 3:19-28, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Welcome to Reformation Sunday! Once again, God calls us to renew our commitment to the fundamental tenets of our faith: Grace alone, Faith alone, Scripture alone, Christ alone, and To the Glory of God alone! This Sunday's reading from the Epistle focuses on Paul's response - [December 25, 2025: Heaven in the Manger](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-25-2025-heaven-in-the-manger/) - A Christmas sermon based on John 1:1-14, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn The lyrics for "Mary, Did You Know?", the beloved Christmas classic, were written by Mark Lowry in 1984, and the music was composed by gospel artist Buddy Greene in 1991: “Mary, did you know That your baby boy will one day walk on water? - [December 24, 2025 - 7:30 PM: Christmas Light](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-24-2025-730-pm-christmas-light/) - A Christmas Eve sermon based on Isaiah 9:2, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [December 24, 2025, 5 pm: Away in a Manger - Heaven in the Manger](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-24-2025-5-pm-away-in-a-manger-heaven-in-the-manger/) - A Christmas Eve sermon based on Isaiah 9:1-7, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn INTRO: A television interviewer was walking the streets of Tokyo at Christmas time. Much as in America, Christmas shopping is a big commercial success in Japan. The interviewer stopped one young woman on the sidewalk and asked, "What is the meaning of Christmas?" - [December 7, 2025: Our Dear Christ Enters In - Home Hurts](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/our-dear-christ-enters-in-home-hurts/) - A sermon based on Luke 1:5-25 , Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Sermon Text Have you ever experienced hurt at home? Our world is flawed, and we all go through painful situations. These may arise from poor choices made by adults in our lives if we are children, from our own decisions, or simply from living - [December 21, 2025: Christmas Company Comes!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-21-2025-christmas-company-comes/) - A sermon based on Luke 1:39-45, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Today is the final Advent Sunday, and for many of us it is the onset of the Christmas week. In just a few days, we will gather once again for special worship services on Christmas Eve and possibly - [December 14, 2025: Our Dear Christ Enters In - What's In a Name?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-14-2025-our-dear-christ-enters-in-whats-in-a-name/) - A sermon by Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Expectant parents engage in exciting thoughts and actions. Do they want to know the gender before the birth? Or do they want to have a gender reveal party? How will the name of the new baby be chosen? How will this child affect the future of their lives? - [November 30, 2025: Family Tree](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-30-2025-family-tree/) - A sermon based on Matthew 1:1-17, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church For many Christians around the world, the First Sunday in Advent marks the beginning of new church year. It’s also a good time for all of us to make a new start in our spiritual lives. And it’s - [November 23, 2025: God is Our Shelter When Storms Arise](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-23-2025-god-is-our-shelter-when-storms-arise/) - A sermon based on Psalm 46:1-11, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Have you ever been disappointed by someone you trusted to support you during a difficult time? It can be a heartbreaking experience to have expectations and be let down by someone you believed in. Throughout life, we meet people who promise to be there for - [November 12, 2025: The Next Big Thing on God's Agenda](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-12-2025-the-next-big-thing-on-gods-agenda/) - A sermon based on Luke 21:5-28, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Do you know what the next significant event on God's agenda for our world is? It's the second coming of Jesus Christ! At Christmas, He came to us in the flesh for the first time to die and save us. However, He will return to - [November 9, 2025: Don't Go it Alone!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-9-2025-dont-go-it-alone/) - A sermon based on Exodus 3:1-15, Guest Pastor Rudolph Kampia What do you need to do this week? Is it something you want to do? Is it something you should do but have been putting off? Is it something others are expecting from you? You probably have many things to do and some of them - [November 2, 2025: A Call to Kingdom Living](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-2-2025-a-call-to-kingdom-living/) - A sermon based on Matthew 5:1-12, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Who do you consider to be a blessed person? Do we sometimes label certain individuals in our society as blessed because of their social status or material possessions, even though God may not view them that way? In this week's lesson, Jesus describes those He - [October 12, 2025: The Gospel for All the Nations](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-12-2025-the-gospel-for-all-the-nations/) - A sermon based on Luke 24:44-53 Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Taking the good news to all nations is the responsibility of the local church. In this week's gospel lesson, Jesus says, "The Christ should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, and that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed - [October 19, 2025: God's Word in the Life of God's People](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-19-2025-gods-word-in-the-life-of-gods-people/) - A sermon based on 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Senior Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church How do you begin each day? Do you pick up your phone next to your bed and check it for text or email messages? Do you look for posts on Facebook or Instagram? Do you try to - [October 5, 2025: Why? . . . But Trust in God.](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-5-2025-why-but-trust-in-god/) - A sermon based on Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia News of calamities and tragedies around the world and even close to home, all produce the question, "Why?" Why does God allow such evil, such suffering? Why do the wicked go unpunished? Come this Sunday and consider how the Old Testament prophet, Habakkuk, received - [September 28, 2025: The Rich Man's Poverty](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-28-2025-the-rich-mans-poverty/) - A sermon based on Luke 16:19-31, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. While wealth and poverty have been present in every age, the gap between these two groups of people seems to have widened in recent years. One percent of us are millionaires and billionaires. But at the same time, - [September 21, 2025: The Sick Need A doctor](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-21-2025-the-sick-need-a-doctor/) - A sermon based on Matthew 9:9-13, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Have you thought about God calling you? Why would a holy God choose sinners like you and me? In this Sunday's Gospel lesson, we see that Jesus calls Matthew, a tax collector, to be one of His disciples. The problem is, tax collectors were often - [September 14, 2025: God relentlessly Seeks to Save](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-14-2025-god-relentlessly-seeks-to-save/) - A sermon based on Luke 15:1-10, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn are broken people, lost in sin, but God pursues us daily with His eternal love. He desires to make each of us His own, and He is relentless in His pursuit. The Bible can be summarized in two key concepts: Revelation and Relationship. It reveals - [September 7, 2025: Walking with the lord who loves us](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-7-2025-walking-with-the-lord-who-loves-us/) - A sermon based on Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Have you seen people walking and holding hands? A child may hold a parent's hand depending on being guided in a crowd. Friends may hold hands trusting each other as they negotiate a narrow path at the edge of a cliff. Couples in love hold - [August 31, 2025: Kingdom Etiquette!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-31-2025-kingdom-etiquette/) - A sermon based on Luke 14:1-14, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Do you like to party? I certainly do. The occasion may be somebody’s birthday. The family and some friends gather. Food and drink are served up. The cake is brought out. The candles are lit. “Happy Birthday” is - [August 17, 2025: Jesus the Divider](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-17-2025-jesus-the-divider/) - A sermon based on Luke 12:49-53, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia We need to make choices many times a day. What clothes to wear? What's for lunch? Which route to take to my destination? Most choices like these are not too consequential. But career choices, friendship choices, marriage choices, are very important. Most important is our - [August 10, 2025: Created for Connection](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-14-2025-created-for-connection/) - A sermon based on John 17:20-26, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Does anyone understand the value of small groups? They are more than just a church program; small groups provide a supportive environment where we can experience and express the purpose for which God created us: CONNECTION. Growing in grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus - [August 3, 2025: New Life In Christ](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-3-2025-new-life-in-christ/) - A sermon based on Colossians 3:1-11, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Why do new things intrigue us so much? With a new house, we hope there is nothing to repair. A new car has no dents and is expected to be reliable. A new day is a new start. God promises us a new life. How - [July 27, 2025: Lord, teach us to Pray](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-27-2025-lord-teach-us-to-pray/) - A sermon based on Luke 11:1-13, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Are you nurturing a daily connection with God through prayer? If you find this difficult, rest assured—you are not alone. In this Sunday's Gospel lesson, Jesus' disciples urgently plead, "Lord, teach us to pray!" (Luke 11:1). Their struggles and inconsistent prayer life reflect a disconnect - [July 20, 2025: Time For Jesus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-20-2025-time-for-jesus/) - A sermon based on Luke 10:38-42, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church In Luke 10, a member of the less-than-friendly religious community sought to “test” Jesus by asking him about what he needed to do “to inherit eternal life.” When Jesus directed him to share what he thought as a - [July 13, 2025: Be Full of It!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-13-2025-be-full-of-it/) - A sermon based on Colossians 1:9b-14, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Has anyone ever tried to insult you by saying: "You're full of it?" If that should happen again, why not reply by saying: "Why yes, I'm full of God's Holy Spirit and His Joy." The problem with most people is that they are full of - [July 13, 2025: We Are Made for Community](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-13-we-are-made-for-community/) - A sermon based on Luke 10:1-20, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn How can we ignite a passion for sharing God's love with our neighbors who need a relationship with Jesus and a supportive discipleship community? What steps can we take to create a culture of evangelism that connects people to Jesus and His community? We are - [June 29, 2025: Who Do you Say That I aM?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-29-2025-who-do-you-say-that-i-am/) - A sermon based on Matthew 16:13-20, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn There are many different views and responses when people are asked about the identity of Jesus Christ. However, I believe you would agree that He remains a misunderstood figure in the history of our world, even today. What is particularly concerning is that many who - [June 22, 2025: Rediscovering God's Grace](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-22-2025-rediscovering-gods-grace/) - A sermon based on Galatians 3:23-4:7, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Our Christian faith-life has two dimensions. The first three of the Ten Commandments, for example, call attention to the “vertical” relationship we have with God, and the rest of them stress features of the “horizontal” relationships we have - [June 8, 2025: Pentecost For All Nations](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-8-2025-pentecost-for-all-nations/) - A sermon based on Acts 2:1-21, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Pentecost marks the birth of the church—a moment when God fulfilled His promise by pouring His Spirit upon all flesh (Acts 2:16). Empowered by this Spirit, the early believers were able to share the Gospel in multiple languages, enabling the different nations gathered in Jerusalem - [June 1, 2025: That They May Be One](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-1-2025-that-they-may-be-one/) - A sermon based on John 17:20-26, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn In this Sunday's gospel reading, Jesus is about to return to heaven to be with the Father. He prays that His followers may be united, just as He and the Father are one. This emphasis on unity among those who would follow Him after His - [May 25, 2025: An Ascension Benediction!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-25-2025-an-ascension-benediction/) - A sermon based on Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 1:15-23, and Luke 24:44-53, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church The risen Lord Jesus ascended into heaven 40 days after he rose from the dead on Easter Sunday. Hence, the celebration of “The Ascension of our Lord” this year occurs on Thursday, May - [May 18, 2025: Help is On the Way!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-18-2025-help-is-on-the-way/) - A sermon based on John 16:12-22, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Have you thought of why Jesus felt that it was to His disciples' advantage that He went away? He says, "For if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you…" (John 16:7). Without Jesus's presence, the disciples' hearts were filled with - [May 11, 2025: Following Jesus Costs . . .](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-11-2025-following-jesus-costs/) - A sermon based on John 10:24-27, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Have you given some thought to how often Jesus talked about following Him? "Follow Me," He said as He called His disciples. When the rich young man asked about eternal life, Jesus told him to "follow Me." In this Sunday's Gospel, Jesus says that His - [May 4, 2025: The god of Second Chances](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-4-2025-the-god-of-second-chances/) - A sermon based on John 21:1-17, Rev J. Orlando Flahn Have you ever found yourself in need of a second chance? Yes, we all do because we all mess up at times. We all sin and fail God so many times, yet He consistently loves and remains faithful to forgive us. In His mercy, He - [April 27, 2025: What do you believe about Jesus?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-27-2025-what-do-you-believe-about-jesus/) - A sermon based on John 20:19-31, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Some people say; "Seeing is believing." I've heard some say; "Believing is seeing." May I suggest; "Believing is doing." Everything we do depends on what we believe. If we don't believe we can do something, we don't attempt it. However, if we believe we are - [April 20, 2025 - Easter - "Who Won?"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-20-2025-easter-who-won/) - An Easter sermon based on Luke 24:1-12, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church “He is risen! He is risen indeed? Hallelujah!” is the greeting that we exchange with one another today. Ever wondered how this tradition began? It is attributed to the earliest Christians because Jesus’ resurrection was at the - [April 19, 2025: Easter vigil message - "return to the church"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-19-2025-easter-vigil-message-return-to-the-church/) - A sermon based on Joel 2:12-13 - Easter Vigil - Rev. J. Orlando Flahn We wrap up the sermon series on Joel's call to the church to Return to the Lord. - [April 13, 2025: Palm Sunday - "Your king is coming"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-13-2025-palm-sunday-your-king-is-coming/) - A sermon based on John 12: 12-19, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn This Sunday, just six days before Easter, the celebration of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus, marks the beginning of the final act of this incredible drama, commonly known as Palm Sunday. As Jesus, the long-awaited Messiah, rides on a donkey into the ancient - [April 9, 2025: Return to the Kingdom of god](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-9-2025-return-to-the-kingdom-of-god/) - A Lenten message based on John 18:28-38 by Rev. J. Orlando Flahn. - [April 6, 2025: Praise is extravagant and exceptional service](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-6-2025-praise-is-extravagant-and-exceptional-service/) - A sermon based on Isaiah 43:16-21, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Don't we enjoy being generous and even extravagant when expressing our love to our Mom or Dad or our spouse? We remember the sacrifices and extra efforts of love shown to us by these special people. We praise them when we speak to others about - [March 30, 2025: God's Prodigal Love](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-30-2025-gods-prodigal-love/) - A sermon based on Luke 15:1-3,11-24, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn We come together during Lent, to reflect on God's immeasurable love that bought our salvation on the Cross. He calls us to repent and have a deeper relationship with Him. May we draw near Him with open hearts and minds, ready to listen, pray, and - [March 26, 2025: Return from False Witness](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-26-2025-return-from-false-witness/) - A Lenten message based on Leviticus 24:13-16 and Matthew 26:57-68, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn. - [March 23, 2025: Theodicy?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-23-2025-theodicy/) - A sermon based on Luke 13:1-9, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. One has only to turn on the TV these days to witness the destructive effects of natural and human disasters in our world, including hurricanes, tornadoes, wild fires, floods, earthquakes, as well as the shocking wartime damage in - [March 19, 2025: Return from Betrayal](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-19-2025-return-from-betrayal/) - A Lenten Mid-week message based on 2 Samuel 15:12, 17:1-4, and John 18:1-11, by Rev. J. Orlando Flahn. - [March 16, 2025: Citizens of heaven](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-16-2025-citizens-of-heaven/) - A sermon based on Philippians 3:17-21, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia What does citizenship mean? Being citizens of this great country gives us rights and privileges but also responsibilities. There is a feeling of security in being a citizen of the USA. But the Holy Spirit led St. Paul to remind the Christian people of his - [March 9, 2025: God's Word Can Be Believed Only Through Jesus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-9-2025-gods-word-can-be-believed-only-through-jesus/) - A sermon based on Romans 10:8b-17, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Can you know if you are saved? Who actually will be saved? What saves us? How do we come by that which saves us? Let us consider how believing and confessing go hand in hand. - [March 5, 2025: Ash Wednesday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-5-2025-ash-wednesday/) - A sermon based on Joel 2:12-19, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. - [March 2, 2025: Keeping Your Focus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-2-2025-keeping-your-focus/) - A sermon based on Luke 9:28-36, by Guest Pastor, Rev. Jim Kleinfelter. Sunday is Transfiguration Sunday, transitioning from the Epiphany season (in which God shows His Savior to the world) to the season of Lent, with its movement toward the cross. Before going through the days of Jesus’ rejection and sufferings, Peter, James and John get - [February 23, 2025: Call to be Radically Merciful](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-23-2025-call-to-be-radically-merciful/) - A sermon based on Luke 6:27-38, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says that God lets the sun shine on the just and the unjust. Why is God's mercy non-partisan? God keeps loving people, giving them again and again the opportunity to repent and turn to Him. Consider how God calls - [February 16, 2025: How Close to Jesus?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-16-2025-how-close-to-jesus/) - A sermon based on Luke 6:17-19, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia People at the time of Jesus walking on our earth could see and hear Him. But those with real needs wanted more. Some were sick or handicapped. Some were unclean outcasts because of some disease. Some were possessed - enslaved by evil spirits. They wanted - [February 9, 2025: Fish Stories](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-9-2025-fish-stories/) - A sermon based on Luke 5:1-11, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. For centuries, the Christians have associated themselves with the symbol of a fish. Perhaps you have seen the "Jesus fish" as the bumper sticker on the back of the car in front of you. It may have also - [February 2, 2025: Jesus Walks in Authority](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-2-2025-jesus-walks-in-authority/) - A sermon based on Luke 4:31-41, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn In our reading last Sunday, God declared His kingdom arrived, and Jesus Christ, the long-awaited Messiah, was anointed to "preach the acceptable year of the Lord." Jesus told them, I am the One the prophet Isaiah predicted, and "Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your - [January 26, 2025: The Season of God's Favor](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-26-2025-the-season-of-gods-favor/) - A sermon based on Luke 4:16-30, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Christ’s arrival in our fallen world ushered in God’s season of grace and redemption for all people. In this week’s Old Testament reading, Jesus, in His native town of Nazareth, stood in the Synagogue and read from Isaiah 61:1-2 and made this startling statement: “Today - [January 19, 2025: Spiritual Gifts Aplenty](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-19-2025-spiritual-gifts-aplenty/) - A sermon based on 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, by Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Where do I fit in? How does God want to use me? Do I have anything to offer? Come and consider how important you are to God for the sake of others. Remember that God's gifts are not just for us, but through - [January 12, 2025: The Church's Vital Signs](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-12-2025-the-churchs-vital-signs/) - A sermon based on Acts 2:42-47, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn How does God define a healthy church? How does His vital sign read? Good sermons, great music, faithful giving, lovely building, and regular church attendance? No doubt, a local congregation cannot exist without these things. However, the quality and healthiness of a church are not - [January 5, 2025: Grow Up!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-5-2025-grow-up/) - A sermon based on Luke 2:40-52, by Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church At Christmas, there are twelve days to tell the story set forth in the Bible. St. Luke informs of Jesus’ actual birth, the visit of the shepherds, as well his circumcision and encounter with Simeon and Anna - [December 22, 2024: Christmas is a Promise Kept](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-22-2024-christmas-is-a-promise-kept/) - A sermon based on Micah 5:2-5a, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn For the last three Sundays of Advent, God has spoken to us through the prophets Jeremiah, Malachi, and Zephaniah, proclaiming the coming of the Messiah to restore all things. This Sunday, we hear from Micah, the final prophet for our preaching series for this year’s - [December 24, Christmas Eve: "The Word Made Flesh: Born in a Manger"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-24-christmas-eve-the-word-made-flesh-born-in-a-manger/) - A sermon based on Luke 2: 15-20 by Pastor J. Orlando Flahn, Associate Pastor - [December 29, 2024: My Eyes Have Seen Your Salvation](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-29-2024-my-eyes-have-seen-your-salvation/) - A sermon based on Luke 2:22-40, Pastor J. Orlando Flahn. This Sunday, December 29, we will celebrate the first Sunday after Christmas. Christmas Day is now in our rearview mirror, and maybe some of us will attend service this week showing our new beautiful sweaters and other clothing items received as gifts this year. In - [December 25, 2024: Christmas Day](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-25-2024-christmas-day/) - A sermon based on John 1:1-14, Pastor J. Orlando Flahn, Associate Pastor - [December 18, 2024: The Word Made Flesh: LIght of the World](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-18-2024-the-word-made-flesh-light-of-the-world/) - A sermon based on Matthew 5:14, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Advent Mid-week Worship Service - [December 15, 2024: Rejoice in the Lord](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-15-2024-rejoice-in-the-lord/) - A sermon based on Philippians 4:4-7, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia People expect there to be joy and rejoicing in the CHRISTmas season. But some days can be trying, troubling and anxiety producing. That could hinder the hoped for Joy. Where, who and what do we look to for that joyful attitude? Let’s consider the source - [December 11, 2024; The Word Made Flesh: Salt of the Earth](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-11-2024-the-word-made-flesh-salt-of-the-earth/) - A sermon based on Matthew 5:14-30, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn Advent Mid-week Worship service. - [December 8,2024: the Messenger is coming](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-82024-the-messenger-is-coming/) - A sermon based on Malachi 3:1-7b, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn 3:1-7b We are using the Old Testament Lessons in the Lectionary for this year's Advent Sermon Series. These prophets proclaim not only condemnation nor judgment but God’s hope of a future restoration through the coming of His promised Messiah. As we learn this Sunday, Malachi, - [December 4, 2024: The bread of life](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-4-2024-the-bread-of-life/) - A sermon based on John 6:32-35, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [November 27, 2024: There is so much to be thankful for](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/there-is-so-much-to-be-thankful-for/) - A sermon based on Luke 17:11-19, Pastor Orlando Flahn - [November 17, 2024: The gift of Talents](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-17-2024-the-gift-of-talents/) - A sermon based on Matthew 25:14-30, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn In the sermon this Sunday, we will learn that our talents and gifts are from God, and "as each has received a gift," we are to "use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace" (1 Peter 4:10). All our talents - [November 24, 2024: Stewardship: Time for What?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-24-2024-stewardship-time-for-what/) - A sermon based on Ephesians 5:15-20, Guest Pastor Rudy Kampia Life is a gift of TIME entrusted to us by GOD. Our days are numbered. Do you remember Summer and CHRISTmas Vacations as a child? They seemed to end too quickly. We weren't always wise in the way we managed the use of those days. - [December 1, 2024: Promises to Keep!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/december-1-2024-promises-to-keep/) - A sermon based on Jeremiah 33:14-16, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church. The always-uplifting season of Advent begins this Sunday. There are three R’s that describe its purpose. Advent creates an opportunity to Restart our spiritual lives, to Refocus more of our attention on God and tune out the noise - [November 10, 2024: The Widow's Might](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/november-10-2024-the-widows-might/) - A sermon based on Mark 12:38-44, Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church The Gospel lesson from Mark 12:38-44 is one in which Jesus draws our attention to a poor widow who quietly dropped her offering into the temple treasury. What she provides is a courageous example for all of us - [November 3, 2024; Stewardship: The Gift of Life](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/stewardship-the-gift-of-life/) - Sermon based on Genesis 2:7-17. Pastor J. Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church Have you been doing well in stewarding God’s gifts to you? I know we all struggle to be good managers of all God’s many blessings to us. But being a faithful steward starts from recognizing that we do not own anything. Everything - [October 27, 2024; Reformation 2024!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-27-2024-reformation-2024/) - Sermon based on Mark 10:35-45 Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [October 20, 2024; Wealth Management](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-20-2024-wealth-management/) - Sermon based on based on Mark 10:23-31 Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [October 13, 2024; Is Something Missing?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-13-2024-is-something-missing/) - Sermon based on Mark 10:17-22 Guest Pastor Rev. Rudolf Kampia; Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Redeemer Lutheran Church Hyattsville, MD - [October 6, 2024: "The Grace of God in Divorce"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-6-2024-the-grace-of-god-in-divorce/) - Sermon based on Mark 10:2-16 Associate Pastor, Rev. J. Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [September 29, 2024: "Pressing On" based on Phil 3: 2-12](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-29-2024-pressing-on-based-on-phil-3-2-12/) - Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Kloha, Guest Pastor, Chief Education Office, Mission Partners Platform; Former Chief Curator, Museum of the Bible; and Former Professor of New Testament and Provost, Concordia Seminary St. Louis. - [September 8, 2024; Living Faith](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-8-2024-living-faith/) - Guest Pastor-Rev.Rudolf Kampia, Sr Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church Hyattsville, MD Sermon based on James 2:17-18 - [September 15, 2024; Help My Unbelief](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-15-2024-help-my-unbelief/) - Associate Pastor Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church Sermon based on Mark 9:14-29 - [September 22, 2024; Pride and Humility](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-22-2024-pride-and-humility/) - Guest Pastor Rev. Rudy Kampia, St. Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church Sermon based on James 4:1-6 - [September 1, 2024; "The Heart of the Matter"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/september-1-2024-the-heart-of-the-matter/) - Sermon based Mark 7:14-23 Guest Pastor; Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [August 25, 2024 "Following Jesus vs. the Traditions of Man"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-25-2024-following-jesus-vs-the-traditions-of-man/) - Sermon based on Mark 7:1-13 Associate Pastor Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [August 18, 2024; "Hangry!"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-18-2024-hangry/) - Sermon based on John 6:51-69 Guest Pastor: Rev. |Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [August 11, 2024; "Who Is Your Teacher?"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-11-2024-who-is-your-teacher-2/) - Sermon based on John 6:41-51 Guest Pastor: Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Sr Pastor Emeritus of Redeemer Lutheran Church and Concordia Lutheran School, Hyattsville, MD - [August 11, 2024; Who Is Your Teacher?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-11-2024-who-is-your-teacher/) - Sermon based on John 6:41-51 Guest Pastor; Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Pastor Emeritus, Redeemer Lutheran Church & Concordia Lutheran School - [August 4, 2024; Be Our Guest](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/august-4-2024-be-our-guest/) - Sermon based on John 6:25-29 Guest Pastor: Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Sr Pastor Emeritus; Redeemer Lutheran Church & Concordia Lutheran School - [July 14, 2024; What's the Purpose?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-14-2024-whats-the-purpose/) - Sermon based on Ephesians 1:3-14 Rev. Rudy Kampia, Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church - [July 28, 2024; Moving Forward in Faith!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-28-2024-jesus-our-peace/) - sermon based on Mark 6:45-56 Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [July 21, 2024; Jesus Is Our Peace](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-21-2024-jesus-is-our-peace/) - Sermon based on Ephesians 2:11-22 Pastor Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [July 7, 2024; Homecoming](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-7-2024-homecoming/) - Sermon based on Mark 6:1-13 Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [June 16, 2024; How Does Your Garden Grow?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-16-2024-how-does-your-garden-grow/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthal, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Sermon based on Mark 4:26-34 - [June 23, 2024; The Lord of the Storm](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-23-2024-the-lord-of-the-storm/) - Associate Pastor Orlando Flahn; Our Savior Lutheran Church Sermon Based on Mark 4:35-41 - [June 9, 2024; Are You Out Of Your Mind...Yet?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-9-2024-are-you-out-of-your-mind-yet/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia, Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church Sermon based on Mark 3:20-35 - [June 2, 2024; Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-2-2024-jesus-is-lord-of-the-sabbath/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church Sermon based on Mark 2:23-28 - [May 12, 2024; Between the Times!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-12-2024-between-the-times/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Sermon based on Acts 1:12-26 & John 17:11b-19 - [May 26, 2024; God Has Plans For You](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-26-2024-god-has-plans-for-you/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia, Pastoer Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church Sermon based on John 3:1-17 - [April 28, 2024 "Our Common Ancenstry"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-28-2024-our-common-ancenstry/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran ChurchJohn 15: 1-8 - [April 21, 2024; Good Shepherd Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-21-2024-good-shepherd-sunday/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr. Pastor Emeritus Our Savior Lutheran Church, Laurel, MD Sermon based on John 10:14 and Psalm 23 - [14 April 2024; Children of God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/14-april-2024-children-of-god/) - based on Luke 24:36-49 Pastor Rudy Kampia; Senior Pastor Emeritus, Redeemer Lutheran Church - [March 31, 2024; The Tomb is Never the End of the Story](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-31-2024-the-tomb-is-never-the-end-of-the-story/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church based on Matthew 28:1-10 - [March 20, 2024: The Meaning of the Palm](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-20-2024-the-meaning-of-the-palm/) - Elder, Tom Nape - [March 17, 2024; Guided to the Cross](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-17-2024-guided-to-the-cross/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia, Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church - [March 10, 2024: Guided to the Cross: Guided to Trust](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-10-2024-guided-to-the-cross-guided-to-trust/) - Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church - [February 25, 2024; Guided to the Cross: Guided to Love](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-25-2024-guided-to-the-cross-guided-to-love/) - Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church Sermon based on John 19:25-27 - [February 14, 2024; Promised Treasures: Sitting in Dust & Ashes (Ash Wednesday)](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-14-2024-promised-treasures-sitting-in-dust-ashes-ash-wednesday/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church; Sermon based on Jeremiah 6:26 - [February 21, 2024; Promised Treasure: Salt that Sweetens and Preserves](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-14-2024-promised-treasure-salt-that-sweetens-and-preserves/) - Sermon based on Matthew 5:13-16 Pastor Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [February 18, 2024; Guided to the Cross: Guided to Hope](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-18-2024-guided-to-the-cross-guided-to-hope/) - Sermon based on Luke 23:42-43 Rev. Rudy Kampia, Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church - [February 11, 2024; Life's Purpose...Known & Shown](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-11-2024-lifes-purpose-known-shown/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia, Pastor Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church Sermon based on 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:12 - [February 4, 2024](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-4-2024/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [Jan 28, 2024: A Kingdom Ministry!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/a-kingdom-ministry/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Sr. Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Sermon based on Mark 1:21-28 - [Jan 21, 2024: Fishers of Men](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-21-2024-fishers-of-men/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn, Our Savior Lutheran Church Sermon based on: Mark 1:17 - [Jan 14, 2024 What Are Our Bodies For?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-14-2024-what-are-our-bodies-for/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia, Pastor, Emeritus Redeemer Lutheran Church Sermon based on Mark 1:4-11 - [Jan 7, 2024: Baptism & Ministry](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-7-2024-baptism-ministry/) - Dr. Rev. Jon Diefenthaler, Pastor Emeritus Our Savior Lutheran Church. Sermon based on Mark 1:4-11 - [Dec 31, 2023: God Sent Forth His Son](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-31-2023-god-sent-forth-his-son/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn, Sermon based on Galatians 4:4-7 - [Dec 24, 2023 GLORY: The Shepherds](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-24-2023-glory-the-shepherds/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church - [Dec 17,2023: Advent Joy: Elizabeth](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-172023-elizabeths-song-joy/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Pastor Emeritus Our Savior Lutheran Church. Sermon based on Luke 1: 39-45 - [Dec 10:2023 Advent Peace: Isaiah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-102023-advent-peace-isaiah/) - Rev. J Orlando Flahn, Associate Pastor, OSLC Sermon based on Isaiah 6:1-8 - [Dec 3, 2023: Advent Hope -Zechariah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-3-2023-advent-hope-zechariah/) - Associate Pastor Orlando Flahn, based on Luke 1:67-79 - [Nov 26, 2023: God's Search and Rescue Mission](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-26-2023-gods-search-and-rescue-mission/) - Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Emeritus Pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church, based on Ezekiel 34:11-16 - [Nov 19,2023: We can be Certain About Our Eternal Life!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-192023-we-can-be-certain-about-our-eternal-life/) - Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Pastor Emeritus, Ascension Lutheran Church, based on 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 - [Nov 12, 2023: End-Time Living](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-12-2023-end-time-living/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Emeritus, based on Amos 5:18-24 - [Nov 5, 2023: Behold God's Unusual Love](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-5-2023-behold-gods-unusual-love/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn based on 1 John 3:1-3 - [Oct 29,2023: The Life-Changing Gospel](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-292023-the-life-changing-gospel/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Pastor Emeritus, Our Savior Lutheran Church Based on Romans 3:19-28 - [Oct 22, 2023: Render to God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-22-2023-render-to-god/) - Rev. Rudolf Kampia, Pastor Emeritus, Redeemer Lutheran Church Based on Matthew 22: 15-22 - [Oct 15, 2023: Rejoicing Always](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-15-2023-rejoicing-always/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler, Emeritus Based on Phillipians 4: 4-13 - [Oct 8, 2023: What are you Building?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-8-2023-what-are-you-building/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia based on Romans 12: 9-21 - [Oct 1, 2023: Take Your Pick!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-1-2023-take-your-pick/) - Rev. Dr. Jon T. Diefenthaler Sermon based on Matthew 21:23-32 - [Sep 24, 2023 Walking the Path of Life](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sep-24-2023-walking-the-path-of-life/) - Rev. Dr. William Harmon, President, Southeastern District, LCMS - [Sep 17, 2024: Receiving and Giving FORGIVENESS](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sep-17-2024-receiving-and-giving-forgiveness/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia, based on Matthew 18:21-35 - [Sep 10: Relationships Matter](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sep-10-relationships-matter/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn, Based on Matthew 18:15-20 - [Sep 3, 2023 Transforming Love](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sep-3-2023-transforming-love/) - Rev. Rudy Kampia, Sermon based on Romans 12 - [Aug 27, 2023 I AM Jesus: I AM the True Vine](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-27-2023-i-am-jesus-i-am-the-true-vine/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on John 15:1-17; John 14:1-11; Mark 11:12-26 - [Sunday, Aug 20 - I AM Jesus: I AM the Way, the Truth, and the Life](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sunday-aug-20-i-am-jesus-i-am-the-way-the-truth-and-the-life/) - Based on John 14:1-11 Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler - [Sunday, Aug 12 - I AM Jesus: I AM the Resurrection and the Life](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/i-am-jesus-i-am-the-resurrection-and-the-life/) - Based on John 11:17-27 Pastor Peter DeMik - [Sun, Aug 6,2023 - I AM Jesus: I AM the Good Shepherd](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-aug-62023-i-am-jesus-i-am-the-good-shepherd/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on John 10:11-18 - [Sun, July 30, 2023 - I AM Jesus: "I AM the Door"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-july-30-2023-i-am-jesus-i-am-the-door/) - Pastor Peter DeMik - [Sun, July 23 - I AM Jesus: "I AM the Light of the World](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-july-23-i-am-jesus-i-am-the-light-of-the-world/) - [Sun, July 16, 2023 - I AM Jesus: "I AM the Bread of Life"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-july-16-2023-i-am-jesus-i-am-the-bread-of-life/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on John 15:28-40 - [Sun, July 9, 2023: Summer at the Movies - SING!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-july-9-2023-summer-at-the-movies-sing/) - [Sun, July 2, 2023: Summer at the Movies - Harriet](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-july-2-2023-summer-at-the-movies-harriet/) - [Sun, June 25, 2023: Summer at the Movies - Puss in Boots the Last Wish](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-june-25-2023-summer-at-the-movies-puss-in-boots-the-last-wish/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Luke 12:22-34 - [Sun, May 28, 2023: Pentecost](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-may-28-2023-pentecost/) - [Sun, May 7, 2023, Purpose or Perish: Willing to Sacrifice](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-may-7-2023-purpose-or-perish-willing-to-sacrifice/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Acts 6:1-9; 7:21, 51-60 - [Sun, May 21, 2023, Purpose or Perish:](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-may-21-2023-purpose-or-perish/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Acts 1:12-26 - [Sun, May 14, 2023 - Purpose or Perish: "Common Ground"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-may-14-2023-purpose-or-perish-common-ground/) - Based on Acts 17:16-31 - [Sun, Apr 30, 2023 - Purpose or Perish: Devoted](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-apr-30-2023-purpose-or-perish/) - Acts 2:42-47 - [Sun, Apr 23, 2023: Purpose or Perish - Looking Through the Macro-ScopeSun](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-apr-23-2023-purpose-or-perish-looking-through-the-macro-scopesun/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Acts: 2:14a, 36-41 - [Sun, Apr 16, 2023: Purpose or Perish - The Importance of Vision](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-apr-16-2023-purpose-or-perish-the-importance-of-vision/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Acts: 5:29-42 - [Sun, Apr 9, 2023: Easter: a voice from the Grave](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-apr-9-2023-easter-a-voice-from-the-grave/) - [Sun, Apr 2, Palm Sunday: "Look, Your King is Coming to You"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-apr-2-palm-sunday-look-your-king-is-coming-to-you/) - Matthew 21:1-11 - [Sun, Mar 26, 2023, Red Letter Challenge: Going](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-mar-26-2023-red-letter-challenge/) - Text: Matthew 28 - [Sun, Mar 19, 2023, The Red Letter Challenge - "Giving"](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-mar-19-2023-the-red-letter-challenge-giving/) - Luke 21:1-4 - [Sun, Mar 12, 2023, The Red Letter Challenge: Serving](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-mar-12-2023-the-red-letter-challenge-serving/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn, Sermon based on Matthew 20:20-28 - [Sun, Mar 5, 2023, Red Letter Challenge: Forgiving](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-mar-5-2023-red-letter-challenge-forgiving/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Matthew 18:21-35 - [Sun, Feb 26, 2023, Red Letter Challenge: Belong](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-feb-26-2023-red-letter-challenge-belong/) - [Sun, Feb 19, 2023, Jesus Walks](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-feb-19-2023-jesus-walks/) - [Sun, Feb 12, 2023, Jesus Walks … Under Judgement](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-feb-12-2023-jesus-walks-under-judgement/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Matthew 5:21-37 - [Sunday, Jan 29, 2023, Jesus Walks… Teaching Humility](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sunday-jan-29-2023-jesus-walks-teaching-humility/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Matthew 5:1-12 - [Sunday, Jan 22, 2023, Jesus Walks... and heals us](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sunday-jan-22-2023-jesus-walks-and-heals-us/) - based on Matthew 4:12-25 2023 - [Sunday, Feb 15, 2023, Jesus Walks: come and see](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sunday-feb-15/) - [Jan 7, 2023, Jesus Walks: Baptized](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-7-2023-jesus-walks-baptized/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Sermon based on Matthew 3:13-17 - [New Years Day](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/new-years-day/) - [Dec 25, 2022, Be born in us Today](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-25-2022-be-born-in-us-today/) - [Sun, Dec 18, Be Born in Us Today:](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-dec-18-be-born-in-us-today/) - Ex 15:1-18; 2nd: Romans 1:1-7; Gospel: Matt. 1:18-25 - [Sunday, Dec 11, Be Born in Us Today: Bringing Guidance](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sunday-dec-11-be-born-in-us-today-bringing-guidance/) - Psalm 31:1-8 // James 5:7-11 // Matt. 11:2-15 - [Sunday, Dec 4, Be Born In us Today](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sunday-dec-4-be-born-in-us-today/) - Psalm 31:1-8 // James 5:7-11 // Matt. 11:2-15 - [Nov 27, 2022, Be Born In Us Today: First Sunday in Advent](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-27-2022-be-born-in-us-today-first-sunday-in-advent/) - Pastor Josh Hileman, Sermon based on Genesis 12:1-913611 Laurel-Bowie Rd. Laurel, MD 20708 - [Nov 20, 2022, Giving Thanks](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-20-2022-giving-thanks/) - 1st Corinthians 16:1-4 - [Nov 6, 2022, A Mighty Fortress Is Our God: God is Peace](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-6-2022-a-mighty-fortress-is-our-god-god-is-peace/) - Psalm 46:8-11 - [Oct 30, 2022, A mighty Fortress is Our God: God Sustains](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-30-2022-a-mighty-fortress-is-our-god-god-sustains/) - Psalm 46:1-7 - [Oct 23, 2022, A Mighty Fortress is our God 1-3](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-23-2022-a-mighty-fortress-is-our-god-1-3/) - [Oct 16, 2022, Wait... What?!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-16-2022-wait-what/) - John 6:48-59 - [Oct 9, 2022, Wait... What?! Valley of Dry Bones/Death](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-9-2022-wait-what-valley-of-dry-bones-death/) - Ezekiel 37: 1-14 - [Oct 2, 2022, Wait... What?! Leading the Power of Gods Mission](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-2-2022-wait-what-leading-the-power-of-gods-mission/) - 2 Kings 2:15-25 - [SEP 25, 2022, WAIT... WHAT?!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sep-25-2022-wait-what/) - 1 Kings 19: 9-28 - [Sep 18, Wait... What?! A Messy Message](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sep-18-wait-what-a-messy-message/) - Judges 3:12-30 - [Sep 4, 2022, Wait... What?!: Balaam and the Talking Donkey](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-28-2022-wait-what-balaam-and-the-talking-donkey/) - Numbers 22:22-35 - [Aug 28, 2022, Wait... What?! Wrestling with God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-28-2022-wait-what-wrestling-with-god/) - Genesis 32 - [Aug 21, 2022, 4x4: Obadiah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-21-2022-4x4-obadiah/) - Obadiah // Luke 13:22-30 - [Aug 14, 2022, 4x4: Jude](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-14-2022-4x4-jude/) - Isaiah 66:18-23 // Jude // Luke 13:22-30 - [Aug 7, 2022, 4x4: 3 John](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-7-2022-4x4/) - Genesis 15:1-6 // 3 John // Luke 12:22-34 (35-40) - [July 31, 2022, 4x4: 2 John - Truth Leads to Love in Community](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-31-2022-4x4-2-john-truth-leads-to-love-in-community/) - Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-26 2 John Luke 12:13-21 - [July 24, 2022, TNT: Importance of Prayer](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-24-2022-tnt-importance-of-prayer/) - Genesis 18:(17-19) 20-33 1 Timothy 2:1-8* Luke 11:1-13 - [July 17, 2022, TNT: Preaching God's Word](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-17-2022-tnt-preaching-gods-word/) - Genesis 18:1-10a Titus 2:1-8 Luke 10:38-42 - [July 10, 2022, TNT: Persecution / Suffering](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-10-2022-tnt-persecution-suffering/) - Leviticus (18:1-5) 19:9-18 2 Timothy 4:9-21* Luke 10:25-37 - [July 3, 2022, TNT: Preaching God's Word](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-3-2022-tnt-preaching-gods-word/) - Isaiah 66:10-14 // 2 Timothy 3:14 - 4:8 // Luke 10:1-20 - [June 26, TNT: Why Pastors and Elders?](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-26-tnt-why-pastors-and-elders/) - 1 Kings 19:9b-21 // 1 Timothy 3:1-13 // Luke 9:51-62 - [June 19, TNT: Look for Truth](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-19-tnt-titus/) - Isaiah 65:1-9 // 1 Timothy 1:3-11 // Luke 8:26-39 - [June 12, TNT: Titus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-12-tnt-titus/) - Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 // Titus 2:11-3:8 // John 8:48-59 - [May 29, 2021, Life After Easter: The Mission Moves On as ONE](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-29-2021-life-after-easter-the-mission-moves-on-as-one/) - Acts 1:12-26 Rev. 22:1-6 (7-11) 12-20 John 17:20-26 - [May 22, 2022, Life After Easter: Someone's Paul](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-22-2022-life-after-easter-someones-paul/) - Acts 16:6-15 Rev. 21:9-14, 21-27 John 16:23-33 - [May 15, 2022, Life After Easter: Christ Turning Sorrow into Joy](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-15-2022-life-after-easter-christ-turning-sorrow-into-joy/) - 1st: Acts 11:1-18 2nd: Rev. 21:1-7 Gospel: John 16:12-22 - [May 8, 2022, Life After Easter: Life in Christ - Reconciliation](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-8-2022-life-after-easter-life-in-christ-reconciliation/) - Acts 20:17-35 Rev. 7:9-17 John 13:31-35 - [May 1, 2022, Life After Easter: Salvation for All Through Christ](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-1-2022-life-after-easter/) - Acts 9:1-22 Rev. 5:(1-7) 8-14 John 21:1-14 (15-19) - [April 24, 2022, Life After Easter: Christ Opens Doors](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/life-after-easter-christ-opens-doors/) - Acts 5:12-20 (21-32) Rev. 1:4-18 John 20:19-31 - [April 17, 2022 Miracle of Easter](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-17-2022-miracle-of-easter/) - [April 10, 2022, Miracles of Lent: The Roman Soldier](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-10-2022-miracles-of-lent-the-roman-soldier/) - Deuteronomy 32:36-39 Phil. 2:5-11 Luke 19:28-40 - [April 3, 2022, Miracles of Lent: Raising of the Saints](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-3-2022-miracles-of-lent-raising-of-the-saints/) - [March 27, 2022, Miracles of Lent: Splitting of the Rocks](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-27-2022-miracles-of-lent-splitting-of-the-rocks/) - Isaiah 12:1-6 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 - [March 20, 2022, Miracles of Lent: Earthquakes](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/miracles-of-lent-earthquakes/) - Ezekiel 33:7-20 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 Luke 13:1-9 - [Mar 13, 2022, Miracles of Lent: Tearing of the Veil](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/mar-13-2022-miracles-of-lent-tearing-of-the-veil/) - Jeremiah 26:8-15 Phil. 3:17-4:1 Luke 13:31-35 - [Mar 6, 2022, Miracles of Lent: Darkness](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/mar-6-2022-miracles-of-lent-darkness/) - Deut. 26:1-11 Romans 9:30-33 Mark 14:3-9 - [Feb 27, 2022, X Laws for Life: 9th & 10th Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/feb-27-2022-x-laws-for-life-9th-10th-commandment/) - Exodus 20:17 Hebrews 3:1-6 Luke 9:28-36 - [Feb 20, 2022, X Laws for Life: 8th Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/feb-30-2022-x-laws-for-life-8th-commandment/) - Exodus 20:16 James 3:2-10 Luke 6:27-38 - [Feb 13, 2022, X Laws for Life: 7th Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/feb-13-2022-x-laws-for-life-7th-commandment/) - Exodus 20:15 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 Luke 19:1-10 - [Feb 6, 2022, X Laws for Life: 6th Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/feb-6-2022/) - 1st: Exodus 20:14 2nd: 1 Corinthians 14:12b-20 Gospel: Luke 5:1-11 - [JAN 30, 2022, X LAWS FOR LIFE: 5TH COMMANDMENT](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-30-2022-x-laws-for-life-5th-commandment/) - Exodus 20:13 1 Corinthians 12:31b-13:13 Luke 4:31-44 - [Jan 23, 2022, X Laws for Life: 4th Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-23-2022-x-laws-for-life-4th-commandment/) - Exodus 20:12 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a Luke 4:16-30 - [Jan 16, 2022, X Laws for Life: 3rd Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-16-2022-x-laws-for-life-3rd-commandment/) - Exodus 20:8-11 8 “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. 9 Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, 10 but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, you, or your son, or your daughter, your male servant, or your female servant, or your livestock, or the sojourner who - [Jan 9, 2022, X Laws for Life: 2nd Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-9-2022-x-laws-for-life-2nd-commandment/) - Exodus 20:8-11 8 “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. 9 Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, 10 but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, you, or your son, or your daughter, your male servant, or your female servant, or your livestock, or the sojourner who - [Jan 2, 2022, X Laws for Life: 1st Commandment](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/jan-2-2022-laws-for-life-1st-commandment/) - Exodus 20:1-6 And God spoke all these words, saying, 2 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. 3 “You shall have no other gods before me. 4 “You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that - [Dec 26, 2021, Matriarchs: mary](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-26-2021-matriarchs-mary/) - Isaiah 7:10-14 10 Again the Lord spoke to Ahaz: 11 “Ask a sign of the Lord your God; let it be deep as Sheol or high as heaven.” 12 But Ahaz said, “I will not ask, and I will not put the Lord to the test.” 13 And he said, “Hear then, O house of David! Is it too little for you to weary men, that you weary my God - [Sun, Dec 19, Matriarchs: Bathsheba](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sun-dec-19-matriarchs-bathsheba/) - 2 Samuel 11:1-27 11 In the spring of the year, the time when kings go out to battle, David sent Joab, and his servants with him, and all Israel. And they ravaged the Ammonites and besieged Rabbah. But David remained at Jerusalem. 2 It happened, late one afternoon, when David arose from his couch and was walking on the - [Dec 12, 2021, Matriarchs: Ruth](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-12-2021-matriarchs-ruth/) - Ruth 4:1-17 4 Now Boaz had gone up to the gate and sat down there. And behold, the redeemer, of whom Boaz had spoken, came by. So Boaz said, “Turn aside, friend; sit down here.” And he turned aside and sat down. 2 And he took ten men of the elders of the city and said, “Sit down here.” So they - [Dec 5, 2021, Matriarchs: Rahab](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-5-2021-matriarchs-rahab/) - Joshua 6:17-25 17 And the city and all that is within it shall be devoted to the Lord for destruction.[a] Only Rahab the prostitute and all who are with her in her house shall live, because she hid the messengers whom we sent. 18 But you, keep yourselves from the things devoted to destruction, lest when you have devoted them you take any - [Nov 28, 2021, Matriarchs: Tamar](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-28-2021-matriarchs-tamar/) - Genesis 38:1-19 38 It happened at that time that Judah went down from his brothers and turned aside to a certain Adullamite, whose name was Hirah. 2 There Judah saw the daughter of a certain Canaanite whose name was Shua. He took her and went in to her, 3 and she conceived and bore a son, and he called his name Er. 4 She conceived again - [Nov 21, 2021, My Church Waits](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-21-2021-my-church-waits/) - Daniel 7:13-14 13 “I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the clouds of heaven there came one like a son of man,and he came to the Ancient of Days and was presented before him.14 And to him was given dominion and glory and a kingdom,that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve him;his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away,and - [Nov 14, 2021. My Church Has a Dangerous Calling](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-14-2021-my-church-has-a-dangerous-calling/) - Daniel 12:1-3 “At that time shall arise Michael, the great prince who has charge of your people. And there shall be a time of trouble, such as never has been since there was a nation till that time. But at that time your people shall be delivered, everyone whose name shall be found written in the book. 2 And many - [Nov 7, 2021, My Church through the Decades](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/nov-7-2021-my-church-through-the-decades/) - Matthew 5:1-12 5 Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him. 2 And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: 3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. 5 “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. - [Oct 31, 2021, My Church is Free](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-31-2021-my-church-is-free/) - John 8:31-36 31 So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, 32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” 33 They answered him, “We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, ‘You will become free’?” - [Oct 24, 2021, My Church Gives](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-24-2021-my-church-gives/) - 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 6 The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. 7 Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in - [October 17, 2021, My Church Prays](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/october-17-2021-my-church-prays/) - James 5:13-18 13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing praise. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, - [Oct 10, 2021: My Church Loves](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-10-2021-my-church-loves/) - Mark 12:28-34 28 And one of the scribes came up and heard them disputing with one another, and seeing that he answered them well, asked him, “Which commandment is the most important of all?” 29 Jesus answered, “The most important is, ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. 30 And you shall love the Lord your God with all - [Oct 3, 2021: Our Church is on Mission](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-3-2021-our-church-is-on-mission/) - [Sept 26, 2021, My Church Preaches the Word](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sept-26-2021-my-church-preaches-the-word/) - All Scripture Is Breathed Out by God 10 You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, 11 my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra—which persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. 12 Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in - [Sept 19, 2021, My Church Imitates Christ](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sept-19-2021-my-church-imitates-christ/) - 1 Thessalonians 1 1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. 2 We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, 3 remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in - [Sept 12, 2021, My Church Worships](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/sept-12-2021-my-church-worships/) - Revelation 19:6-10 6 Then I heard what seemed to be the voice of a great multitude, like the roar of many waters and like the sound of mighty peals of thunder, crying out, “Hallelujah!For the Lord our God the Almighty reigns.7 Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory,for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready;8 it was - [Aug 29, 2021, Better Together: Anchor and Hope for Community](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-29-2021-better-together-anchor-and-hope-for-community/) - Philippians 4:10-14 God's Provision 10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. 11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought - [Aug 22, 2021 Better Together: Abiding in Christ](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-22-2021-better-together-abiding-in-christ/) - John 15:1-17 I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. 4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot - [Aug 15, 2021 Better Together: The Beauty of Lament](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-15-2021-better-together-the-beauty-of-lament/) - Psalm 22:1-31 My God, my God, why have you forsaken me? Why are you so far from saving me, from the words of my groaning?2 O my God, I cry by day, but you do not answer, and by night, but I find no rest. 3 Yet you are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel.4 In you our fathers trusted; they trusted, and you delivered them.5 To you - [Aug 8, 2021 Better Together: Crying Out to God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-8-2021-better-together-crying-out-to-god/) - EXODUS 2:23-25, 3:7-10 God Hears Israel's Groaning 23 During those many days the king of Egypt died, and the people of Israel groaned because of their slavery and cried out for help. Their cry for rescue from slavery came up to God. 24 And God heard their groaning, and God remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac, and with Jacob. 25 God saw the people of - [Aug 1, 2021 Summer at the Movies: God's Inclusive Community](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/aug-1-2021-summer-at-the-movies-gods-inclusive-community/) - Luke 14:12-24 12 Then Jesus said to his host, “When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or sisters, your relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do, they may invite you back and so you will be repaid. 13 But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, - [July 25, 2021 Summer at the Movies: His Ways Are Not Our Ways](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-24-2021-summer-at-the-movies-his-ways-are-not-our-ways/) - Isaiah 55:6-13 6 Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near.7 Let the wicked forsake their ways and the unrighteous their thoughts.Let them turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on them, and to our God, for he will freely pardon. 8 “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,”declares the Lord.9 “As the heavens are higher than the - [July 18, 2021 Summer at the Movies: Increase my Faith to Forgive](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-18-2020-summer-at-the-movies-increase-my-faith-to-forgive/) - LUKE 17:1-5 17 And he said to his disciples, “Temptations to sin are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come! 2 It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin. 3 Pay attention to yourselves! If - [July 11, 2021 Summer at the Movies: Perfect together through Christ](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/july-11-2020-summer-at-the-movies-remember-the-titans/) - Matthew 5:43-48 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends - [July 4, 2021 Summer at the Movies: God With Us](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/2021-july-4-summer-at-the-movies-god-with-us/) - JOHN 16:4-15 “I did not say these things to you from the beginning, because I was with you. 5 But now I am going to him who sent me, and none of you asks me, ‘Where are you going?’ 6 But because I have said these things to you, sorrow has filled your heart. 7 Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your - [June 20, 2021, Off the Mark: The Unexpected Power of God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-20-2021-off-the-mark-the-unexpected-power-of-god/) - MARK 4:35-41 Jesus Calms a Storm 35 On that day, when evening had come, he said to them, “Let us go across to the other side.” 36 And leaving the crowd, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. And other boats were with him. 37 And a great windstorm arose, and the waves were breaking into the - [June 13, 2021 Off the Mark: Don't Underestimate the Power of God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-13-2021-off-the-mark-dont-underestimate-the-power-of-god/) - Mark 4:26-34 The Parable of the Seed Growing 26 And he said, “The kingdom of God is as if a man should scatter seed on the ground. 27 He sleeps and rises night and day, and the seed sprouts and grows; he knows not how. 28 The earth produces by itself, first the blade, then the ear, then the full grain in - [June 6, 2021 Off the Mark: The Unexpected Power of God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/june-6-2021-off-the-mark-the-unexpected-power-of-god/) - Mark 3:20-35 20 Then he went home, and the crowd gathered again, so that they could not even eat. 21 And when his family heard it, they went out to seize him, for they were saying, “He is out of his mind.” 22 And the scribes who came down from Jerusalem were saying, “He is possessed by Beelzebul,” and “by the prince of demons he - [May 30, 2021 Trinity Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-30-2021-trinity-sunday/) - John 3:1-17 3 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to him, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher come from God, for no one can do these signs that you do unless God is with him.” 3 Jesus answered him, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless - [May 23, 2021 Pentecost Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-23-2021-pentecost-sunday/) - We apologize for our livestream not working on Sunday! We hope you can enjoy these recordings of the service. Sermon Children's Message Full Service Acts 2:1-12 2 When the day of Pentecost arrived, they were all together in one place. 2 And suddenly there came from heaven a sound like a mighty rushing wind, and it filled the entire house where - [May 16, 2021 In & Out: In Prayer](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-16-2021-in-out-in-prayer/) - John 5:9-15 9 And at once the man was healed, and he took up his bed and walked. Now that day was the Sabbath. 10 So the Jews said to the man who had been healed, “It is the Sabbath, and it is not lawful for you to take up your bed.” 11 But he answered them, “The man who healed me, - [May 9, 2021 In & Out: In Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-9-2021-in-out-in-worship/) - Luke 24: 44-53 44 Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the Law of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms must be fulfilled.” 45 Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures, 46 and said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Christ should - [May 2, 2021 In & Out: Mission](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/may-2-2021-in-out-mission/) - Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch 26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, “Rise and go toward the south to the road that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.” This is a desert place. 27 And he rose and went. And there was an Ethiopian, a eunuch, a court official of Candace, queen of the Ethiopians, who was in charge of - [APRIL 26, 2021 IN AND OUT: IN Fellowship](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-26-2021-in-and-out-in-fellowship/) - 16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. 18 Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe is condemned - [April 18, 2021 In and Out: In Education](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/2021-april-18-in-and-out-the-christian-life-part-2-in-education/) - Luke 25:13-35 On the Road to Emmaus 13 That very day two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, 14 and they were talking with each other about all these things that had happened. 15 While they were talking and discussing together, Jesus himself drew near and went with them. 16 But their eyes were kept from - [April 11, 2021 In & Out: In His Presence](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-11-2021-in-out-in-his-presence/) - John 20:19-31 19 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, “Peace be with you.” 20 When he had said this, he showed them his hands and his side. Then the disciples were glad when they saw the - [April 4, 2021 HUMBLE(D): Delivered](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/april-4-2021-humbled-delivered/) - Mark 16:1-8 When the Sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint him. 2 And very early on the first day of the week, when the sun had risen, they went to the tomb. 3 And they were saying to one another, “Who will roll away the stone for us from - [March 28, 2021: Humbled(d) - Exalted](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-28-2021-humbledd-exalted/) - John 11:47-57 47 So the chief priests and the Pharisees gathered the council and said, “What are we to do? For this man performs many signs. 48 If we let him go on like this, everyone will believe in him, and the Romans will come and take away both our place and our nation.” 49 But one of them, Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said - [MARCH 21, 2020 HUMBLED(D): Look/Listen](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-21-2020-humbledd-look-listen/) - Deuteronomy 6:4-9 4 “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.5 You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. 6 And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. 7 You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and - [March 14, 2020 HUMBLED(D): Bless Others](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-14-2020-humbledd-bless-others/) - Matthew 6:1-5 “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. 2 “Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, - [February 22, 2021 HUMBLED(D): Humility](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/feb-22-humbledd-humility/) - Mark 9:33-37 33 And they came to Capernaum. And when he was in the house he asked them, “What were you discussing on the way?” 34 But they kept silent, for on the way they had argued with one another about who was the greatest. 35 And he sat down and called the twelve. And he said to them, “If anyone would be first, he - [February 28, 2021 HUMBLED(D): Unsettle/Fasting](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/february-28-2021-humbledd-unsettle-fasting/) - MATTHEW 6:16-24 Fasting 16 “And when you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites, for they disfigure their faces that their fasting may be seen by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. 17 But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, 18 that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your - [March 3, 2021 HUMBLED(D): Meditation](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/march-3-2021-humbledd-meditation/) - John 14:12-17 12 “Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I am going to the Father. 13 Whatever you ask in my name, this I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 If you ask me anything in - [Feb 17, Ash Wednesday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/feb-17-ash-wednesday/) - [Feb 7, Binge the Bible: The Epistles](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/binge-the-bible-the-epistles/) - LOVE, THE GREATEST GIFT 1 CORINTHIANS 13:1-13 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 And if I have prophetic powers, and understand all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have all faith, so as to remove mountains, but have not - [Feb 14, Binge the Bible: Apocalyptic](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/feb-14-binge-the-bible-apocalyptic/) - Daniel 10:5-19 5 I lifted up my eyes and looked, and behold, a man clothed in linen, with a belt of fine gold from Uphaz around his waist. 6 His body was like beryl, his face like the appearance of lightning, his eyes like flaming torches, his arms and legs like the gleam of burnished bronze, and the sound of his words like the sound of - [January 31, 2021 Binge the Bible: Gospels](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-31-2021-binge-the-bible-gospels/) - MATTHEW 5:13-20 13 “You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet. 14 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Nor do - [January 24, 2021 Binge the Bible: Prophets](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/2021-january-24-binge-the-bible-prophets/) - HOSEA 3:1-5 And the Lord said to me, “Go again, love a woman who is loved by another man and is an adulteress, even as the Lord loves the children of Israel, though they turn to other gods and love cakes of raisins.” 2 So I bought her for fifteen shekels of silver and a homer and a lethech of barley. 3 And I said to - [January 17, 2021 Binge the Bible: Wisdom Books](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-17-2021-binge-the-bible-wisdom-books/) - PROVERBS 3:1-12 My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments,2 for length of days and years of life and peace they will add to you. 3 Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck; write them on the tablet of your heart.4 So you will find favor and good success in the sight of God and man. 5 Trust - [JANUARY 10, 2021 BINGE THE BIBLE : Historical](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/january-10-2021-binge-the-bible-historical/) - 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 If My People Pray 11 Thus Solomon finished the house of the Lord and the king's house. All that Solomon had planned to do in the house of the Lord and in his own house he successfully accomplished. 12 Then the Lord appeared to Solomon in the night and said to him: “I have heard your prayer and have chosen this place - [January 3, 2021 Binge the Bible :Pentateuch](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/binge-the-bible-pentateuch/) - DEUTERONOMY 5:6-21 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. “‘You shall have no other gods before me. “‘You shall not make for yourself a carved image, or any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is on the earth beneath, or - [Dec 27, 2020: Full of Possibilities](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-27-2020/) - Luke 2:22-40 Jesus Presented at the Temple 22 And when the time came for their purification according to the Law of Moses, they brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23 (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “Every male who first opens the womb shall be called holy to the Lord”) 24 and to offer a - [Christmas Eve: The Last Gift Under The Tree](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/christmas-eve-the-last-gift-under-the-tree/) - Luke 2 2 In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This was the first registration when Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3 And all went to be registered, each to his own town. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of - [Dec 20, 2020 Christmas at the Movies: A Charlie Brown Christmas](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/dec-20-2020-christmas-at-the-movies-a-charlie-brown-christmas/) - Luke 2:1-14 The Birth of Jesus Christ In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This was the first registration when Quirinius was governor of Syria. 3 And all went to be registered, each to his own town. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the town of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David, which - [Christmas at the Movies: Scrooge, A Christmas Carol](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/christmas-at-the-movies-scrooge-a-christmas-carol/) - Pastor Peter DeMik, Christmas at the Movies (Scrooge 1951- A Christmas Carol); Luke 1:46-56 Mary's Song of Praise: The Magnificat 46 And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord,47 and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior,48 for he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed;49 for he who is mighty has done great things - [Christmas at the Movies: The Polar Express](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/christmas-at-the-movies-the-polar-express/) - Isaiah 9:1-7 9 But there will be no gloom for her who was in anguish. In the former time he brought into contempt the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the latter time he has made glorious the way of the sea, the land beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations. 2 The people who walked in darkness have - [Christmas at the Movies: Miracle on 34th Street](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/christmas-at-the-movies-miracle-on-34th-street/) - First Sunday in Advent Isa 64:1-9 Oh that you would rend the heavens and come down, that the mountains might quake at your presence—2 as when fire kindles brushwood and the fire causes water to boil—to make your name known to your adversaries, and that the nations might tremble at your presence!3 When you did awesome things that we did - [The Content Life: Cheerful Giving](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/the-content-life-cheerful-giving/) - Leviticus 15:11-32 Luke 7:36-50 36 One of the Pharisees asked him to eat with him, and he went into the Pharisee's house and reclined at table. 37 And behold, a woman of the city, who was a sinner, when she learned that he was reclining at table in the Pharisee's house, brought an alabaster flask of ointment, 38 and standing - [The Content Life: Graciousness](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/the-content-life-graciousness/) - Luke 18: 9-14 9 He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and treated others with contempt: 10 “Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11 The Pharisee, standing by himself, prayed thus: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other men, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, - [All Saints Day](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/all-saints-day/) - [Oct 25 Re-Formation](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/oct-25-re-formation/) - John 8:31-36 31 So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, 32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” 33 They answered him, “We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, ‘You will become free’?” - [The Content Life: Thankfulness](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/the-content-life-thankfulness/) - Luke 15:11-24 The Parable of the Prodigal Son 11 And he said, “There was a man who had two sons. 12 And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share of property that is coming to me.’ And he divided his property between them. 13 Not many days later, the younger son gathered all he had and took - [Kingdom Living: Labors of Love](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/kingdom-living-labors-of-love/) - Rev. Dr. Jon Diefenthaler Kingdom Living: Part 7: Labors of Love based on Thessalonians 1:1-10 "Christianity is..." Doctorine of Vocation, Kingdom Living Thessalonians 1:1-10 1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace. 2 We give thanks to God always for all of - [Summary of the Kingdom Living Series](https://oslclaurel.org/sermons/summary-of-the-kingdom-living-series/) - Scripture Philippians 4: 4-9 "Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your ## Events - [Women's Afternoon Tea](https://oslclaurel.org/events/womens-afternoon-tea/) - Saturday, June 10, 2 - 4 pm Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Take flight…on Butterfly Wings Bring a butterfly item that represents peace, joy, creativity, or a transformation time for you There is no registration fee. Free will donations to Benefit LWML Missions, the purchase of - [Summer at the movies](https://oslclaurel.org/events/summer-at-the-movies/) - Back by popular demand! Summer at the Movies 2! I love watching movies. Movies are powerful communicators. They make us laugh and cry. They can disturb us and motivate us to action. The themes in movies cause us to think, and help us to connect the Biblical message with the language of our culture. Starting - [Grief Share](https://oslclaurel.org/events/grief-share/) - Welcome to GriefShare at Our Savior Lutheran Church. We have been conducting GriefShare for over thirteen years with trained facilitators who have each experienced profound grief. We will meet every Monday evening from 7-9pm in our prayer room. We hope you will give us the opportunity to walk with you on your grief journey. - [Kick-Off Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/events/kick-off-sunday-2/) - Kick off the season with us! SUNDAY, August 30, Worship at 10 am, food & games immediately following worship Live Stream Worship at 10:00am if you can't join us in person. The end of summer is here. Those long hot nights will slowly fade, bringing colder weather and coats. School and football will kick off - [VBS](https://oslclaurel.org/events/vbs-oslc-2/) - VBS 2026 // July 27-31, 2026// 9:00 am – 12:30 pm "The Great Egyptian Getaway" VBS combines fun, adventure, and learning about God! At OSLC, VBS is for children entering kindergarten through 5th grade. Online registration will close on July 24. This program is free! Interested in Helping Out? There are quite a few opportunities - [Worship Services](https://oslclaurel.org/events/sunday-services/) - Join us every Sunday at 8:15 am or 10:45 am, as we worship God through preaching, music, and prayer. We hope to see you this Sunday! - [LWML](https://oslclaurel.org/events/lwml-meet/) - Womens' Ministry The Lutheran Women in Mission (LWML) of OSLC meet on the second Sunday of each month, following the 10:45 church service. LWML MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Lutheran Women's Missionary League is to assist each woman of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in affirming her relationship with the Triune God so that she - [Education Hour](https://oslclaurel.org/events/adult-bible-study/) - Join us every Sunday for the study of God's Word! - [International Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/events/international-sunday/) - Come worship with us at 10am on May 31st as we celebrate the diverse population of God's church! We will be celebrating our high school seniors, and sharing a meal afterwards. Please bring a dish to share (from your cultural heritage if you are willing!) - [Men's Breakfast Bible Study](https://oslclaurel.org/events/mens-breakfast-bible-study/) - Men gather at Bob Evans in Laurel at 7:30 am on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month for breakfast, Bible Study and Fellowship. We are studying the prescribed Lessons and Gospel for the upcoming Sunday. - [Smiling Souls Food Bank](https://oslclaurel.org/events/food-bank/) - Every second Saturday of the month we hand out food in our front parking lot from 9 am - 11 am to anyone in the community who needs it. - [Easter Sunday Services](https://oslclaurel.org/events/easter-sunday-services/) - Join us on Easter to celebrate the resurrection of our King! We have three services available on Sunday for Easter - our 6:30 am Sunrise service will be outside and in-person only, but all other services will be able to be streamed as well as attended in-person. Click the links below to join us live, - [Easter Vigil](https://oslclaurel.org/events/easter-vigil/) - watch online - [Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinner](https://oslclaurel.org/events/wednesday-night-fellowship-dinner-2/) - During Lent we will have a meal together beginning at 5:30 before Worship at 7. If you're participating in choir, youth, other activities – or just want some fellowship, please join us. If you plan to eat, please register above. Cost is $5 per person, $15 for a family, or $20 for a family of - [Prayer Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/prayer-service/) - God responds to (and works in the earth) through the prayers of His people. He is able to do more than we can ask or even think. Join us at 6 pm every first Wednesday of the month, as we come together in thanksgiving, prayer and song to worship God and bring Him our cares - [Easter Egg Hunt](https://oslclaurel.org/events/easter-egg-hunt/) - This year Our Savior Lutheran Church in Laurel is having our Community Easter Egg Hunt and we want you to mark your calendars and tell your friends! Join us for this day of fun for kids and their families. We hope to see you and your family there! Address: 11361 Laurel-Bowie Rd, Laurel, MD 20708Time: - [Mid-week Lenten Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/events/mid-week-lenten-worship/) - [Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper](https://oslclaurel.org/events/shrove-tuesday-pancake-supper/) - Celebrate Mardi Gras, or Shrove Tuesday, with a pancake dinner put on by the youth group. All money raised will go toward their summer service trip to Garrett County, Maryland. - [Ash Wednesday](https://oslclaurel.org/events/ash-wednesday/) - Each year we take a forty-day trip ending at Jerusalem and the empty grave of Jesus between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. We see this journey, or pilgrimage, as an opportunity to learn something new about the Lord, His Word, and ourselves. - [Men's Fellowship Breakfast](https://oslclaurel.org/events/mens-fellowship-breakfast/) - All men are welcome to the men’s prayer fellowship breakfast scheduled for January 24, 2026, at 9 am. Please sign-up on the sheet on the desk at the Ministry Center. We look forward to a moment of joy and celebration. - [LWML Epiphany Tea](https://oslclaurel.org/events/lwml-meet-2/) - Womens' Ministry In January, join us for an Epiphany Tea! All women are invited to join us at Redeemer Lutheran Church, East West Highway, College Park, on Saturday, January 10th. Several non-members of OSLC who attended the Advent by Candlelight, were inspired to hold an Epiphany Tea. Redeemer is Pastor Rudy’s former church. The new - [Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinner and Advent Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/events/wednesday-night-fellowship-dinner/) - During Advent we will have a meal together beginning at 5:30. If you're participating in choir, youth, other activities – or just want some fellowship, please join us. If you plan to eat, please register above. Cost is $5 per person, $15 for a family, or $20 for a family of 5 or more. At - [Watch Night Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/watch-night-service/) - "SEE, HOW FAR GOD HAS BROUGHT US"Psalm 124:1-8A night to celebrate God's faithfulness through the Word, worship, praise, prayers, and testimonies. Come pray in the New Year - prayers for God's blessings over our new year, and Thanksgiving for the year that has passed. - [Christmas Eve Services](https://oslclaurel.org/events/christmas-eve-services/) - We have two different service opportunities for you the Christmas Eve! Please join us in person for one of the services - we can't wait to worship with you! If you can't join us in person this Christmas Eve, you can join us live below for each service. 5:00 pm Service This service will be - [Thanksgiving Eve Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/events/thanksgiving-eve-worship/) - Join us for a special time of worship and fellowship, as we give thanks to God for all His blessings. After worship we will enjoy pie together - please bring some to share if you can! If you are unable to attend in person our live-stream link is below. Thanksgiving Eve Worship - [Christmas Concert](https://oslclaurel.org/events/christmas-concert-2/) - A joyous celebration of the season of Joy! Bring a non-perishable good to donate to our local soup kitchen - Elizabeth House - and sit back to enjoy all of the music of the season! - [Advent By Candlelight](https://oslclaurel.org/events/advent-by-candlelight/) - In addition to our wonderful, annual Advent by Candlelight dinner of music, prayers and reflections, we will also feature Chalk Talks by Alva Chalk Talks are motivational and inspiring. Our program of waiting and hope will be shared through fluorescent chalk, music, and sound effects. The program finishes with a black light and light show - [Wednesday Night Pastor's Study](https://oslclaurel.org/events/thursday-night-pastors-study/) - Join Pastor Flahn at 7:00pm every Wednesday night for a Bible Study on Zoom. Please use contact form below, or click on the registration link above to get connected. Your Name Your Email Subject Message - [Choir](https://oslclaurel.org/events/choir/) - Anyone who wants to join us is VERY welcome. We're practicing on Wednesdays at 7 pm in the music room. Come and worship. Come and fellowship. Come and work out your talents. Come and have fun! Contact Tico - our Music Director - below! Your Name Your Email Subject Message - [Youth Group](https://oslclaurel.org/events/youth-group-2/) - 6th-12th graders are invited for a time of fellowship, fun, and small group time. High schoolers meet to see how God's Word applies to their everyday lives, and middle schoolers are going through the basics of Christianity and what we believe. - [Prayer Gathering](https://oslclaurel.org/events/prayer-gathering/) - A Prayer Summit! Prayer Summit! Prayer Summit! A 3-Hour Non-stop Prayer Gathering Saturday, November 22, @ 9 am – noon. We come together in expectancy! We come together in humility! We come together in repentance! We come together in agreement. We believe GOD WILL: Help us come out of weakness and be made strong… Help - [Grief Share: Surviving the Holidays](https://oslclaurel.org/events/grief-share-surviving-the-holidays/) - We are hosting a GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays via zoom on Monday, Nov 17 at 7pm For more information and to register https://find.griefshare.org/events/280783 - [Dessert Reception](https://oslclaurel.org/events/dessert-reception/) - On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, Our Savior Lutheran Church will host a Dessert Reception (potluck) for a visiting pastoral candidate. We hope that you will be able to attend and consider bringing an optional snack, dessert, or soft drink item to share. - [Elizabeth House](https://oslclaurel.org/events/elizabeth-house/) - Elizabeth House is a soup kitchen in Laurel that OSLC has served at for years now. We are always looking for people to join the team to serve! We have a team that serves every FIRST Tuesday of the month - one shift from 4-6 pm, and another from 6 - 8 pm. If you - [Visioning Workshop](https://oslclaurel.org/events/visioning-workshop/) - Join us for inspiration and to inspire. Discover and shape our faith community's future by participating in a visioning workshop. Childcare will be provided, and any time you can dedicate to this will be a blessing to you and our congregation. - [Small Group Leader Gathering](https://oslclaurel.org/events/small-group-gathering/) - If you are interested or already leading a small group, please put this date on your calendar. There will be new materials available, and a short refresher for those who are already leading. If you are interested in getting involved please come along and get connected! Your Name Your Email Subject Message - [Manna For Moms](https://oslclaurel.org/events/manna-for-moms/) - Reading Through the Bible Manna for Moms meets Tuesdays at 10:30. We are currently reading through a Beth Moore study called "Chasing Vines." You can join us anytime, we’d love to have you! If you’re interested in joining us please use the contact form below as occasionally we meet via Zoom rather than in person. - [Christmas Day Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/christmas-day-service/) - Join us at 10 am on Christmas morning to joyfully worship with one another of our dear Saviors' birth! Can't join us in person? Watch live below! - [Trunk or Treat](https://oslclaurel.org/events/trunk-or-treat/) - Friday, October 31st from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm. It’s that Fall time of year again! That brings all the excitement of Halloween to children, and for us - TRUNK OR TREAT! All are invited to this FREE safe Halloween alternative. Interested in Volunteering? Sign up here: Volunteer - [Book Club](https://oslclaurel.org/events/book-club/) - Do you love to read books? We have a book club that meets every second Saturday of the month from 10 - 11:30 am in the prayer room at Our Savior Lutheran Church. The Our Savior Lutheran Church Book Club celebrates its 25th Anniversary this year! It was started in - [VBS at OSLC 2025](https://oslclaurel.org/events/vbs-oslc/) - VBS 2025 // August 4-8, 2025// 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Register Online Here "Live It Out!" VBS combines the fun and adventure of camp life with hands-on biblical learning that inspires preschool to elementary kids to follow Jesus’ example. At OSLC, VBS is for children entering kindergarten through 7th grade. Online registration will close - [Bridge Builders Conference](https://oslclaurel.org/events/bridge-builders-conference/) - [Liberian Ministry report Luncheon](https://oslclaurel.org/events/liberian-ministry-report-luncheon/) - [Sunrise Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/sunrise-service/) - watch online - [Good Friday Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/events/good-friday-worship/) - [Maundy Thursday Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/events/maundy-thursday-worship/) - [Quilting Ministry](https://oslclaurel.org/events/quilting-ministry/) - Saturday, March 15, is National Quilting Day, so the quilters of Our Savior are meeting to discuss quilting - things like availability of fabric, batting, and we will be doing some tying of quilts.Anyone interested is welcome, or call Rene, 240-461-5800 or Ellie, 301-646-8939. - [Big Game Watch Party](https://oslclaurel.org/events/big-game-watch-party/) - Come over to church on February 9th, 2025, at 6pm for food, fellowship and football! Bring some snacks to share - food will be provided as well. - [Valentine's Dinner](https://oslclaurel.org/events/valentines-dinner/) - It's a fancy dinner to help raise money for the youth headed to the LCMS Youth Gathering in New Orleans this summer! $15 for individuals, $25 for a couple. - [Call Process Information](https://oslclaurel.org/events/call-process-information/) - The Reverend, Dr. Bill Harmon, President, Southeastern District, LCMS, will preside over a special Call Process information session in the sanctuary, January 12, 2025, beginning at 3:00 pm. - [Manna in the Morning](https://oslclaurel.org/events/manna-in-the-morning/) - Meeting every week in person at OSLC in the Prayer Room at 9:30 am Every Tuesday morning at 9:30 am a group meets in person in the Prayer Room at OSLC to dive into the Word together - Bring your Bibles! The study will resume on September 5th! Your Name Your Email Subject Message - [Advent Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/events/advent-worship/) - Special reflective midweek service at 7 PM during the season of Advent. Join us in the sanctuary to spend some time in anticipation of the arrival of Jesus! - [Chili Cook-off and Square Dance/Line Dance](https://oslclaurel.org/events/chili-cook-off-and-square-dance-line-dance/) - Come dance, and share some chili while we raise money for the well at the Liberian School. Fun and fellowship for all, while supporting a good cause! - [GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays](https://oslclaurel.org/events/griefshare-surviving-the-holidays/) - Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding the holidays? Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated? Register Here - [Pentecost Sunday One Worship Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/pentecost-sunday/) - Worship with us at 10 am on Pentecost (May 19th) Followed by our meal celebration Don’t come to the 8:15 service this Sunday. Don’t come to the 10:45 service. Don’t think about coming to the 1:30 pm service. Instead, come for the 10:00 a.m. service! One congregation, One body, One family, One worship service at - [Holy Week Services](https://oslclaurel.org/events/holy-week-services/) - 7:30 pm Thursday - Saturday March 28, 7:30 pm - Maundy Thursday: As Jesus celebrated the Passover meal with his disciples and instituted the Lord’s supper, he demonstrated humility and love by washing his disciples' feet, taking the place of a servant. Come before worship (beginning at 6:45 pm) or stay afterward to participate in - [Midweek Lent Services](https://oslclaurel.org/events/midweek-lenten-services/) - Beginning Ash Wednesday and every Wednesday at 7 pm during Lent, we will gather together to reflect on our need for a Savior. Lent is a time to grow closer to God. A time to repent of our failures of our sin to seek His forgiveness. Lent is a time of reflection. A time to - [Wednesday Advent Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/events/wednesday-advent-worship/) - Live-Stream Spending time in song and the Word in our Advent series: Peace Came to Earth. - [Pastor Peter and Family Farewell](https://oslclaurel.org/events/pastor-peter-and-family-farewell/) - An Open House Reception to farewell our beloved Pastor and his family after 22 years of ministry at Our Savior. Presentation and group photo will be at 6:00pm - [Youth Group](https://oslclaurel.org/events/youth-group/) - Wednesdays at 7 pm, our middle and high school students meet for time together for games, and music – and then split by age for small group discussion. We have youth during the school year and take a break for the Summer - Fill out the contact form below to get in touch with Natasha, - [LWML Prayer Service & Breakfast](https://oslclaurel.org/events/prayer-service-breakfast/) - LWML Prayer Service & Breakfast March 4th, 2023 at 8:30 am Our Savior Lutheran Church, Laurel, Maryland All women of Our Savior and New Hope are invited to connect with our Lord and Savior and spend time of spiritual reflection, prayer, and God’s Word at the Prayer Service and Breakfast on Saturday morning, March 4, - [Disaster Response LERT Training](https://oslclaurel.org/events/disaster-response-lert-training-2/) - A Basic LERT Training class will be held at Our Savior Lutheran Church, Laurel, MD. Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and learn the basic nature of disasters, the opportunities to respond to personal needs in such disasters, and how as Christians can support families, congregations, and the public, as the hands and - [New Year's Day Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/new-years-day-service/) - [New Year's Eve Watch Night Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/new-years-eve-watch-night-service/) - Date: Saturday, December 31st Time: 9:00 pm - 12:00 midnight Theme: Pressing On Text: Philippians 3:12-14 The Watch Night service is an end-of-year Praise, Worship, and Thanksgiving service. A time when we pause to reflect and retrospect God's love, faithfulness, and protection as He brings us to the end of another year. We acknowledge His - [Midweek Advent Service](https://oslclaurel.org/events/midweek-advent-service/) - The Carols of Christmas On Wednesday nights during the month of December, we will listen to The Carols of Christmas. Join us for worship at 7 pm on November 30, December 7, and 14 as we prepare our hearts for the celebration of Jesus' birth! (no advent service on Dec 21) Can't join us in - [Final Arrangement Workshop](https://oslclaurel.org/events/funeral-arrangement-workshop/) - Our Savior Lutheran Church is hosting a workshop to help plan and prepare for end-of-life responsibilities. Representatives with Donaldson and Thrivent have agreed to provide information that would assist and guide individuals in planning for a funeral and becoming aware of other end-of-life issues. Any questions regarding the event? Please call our office at 301-776-7670 - [Square Dancing](https://oslclaurel.org/events/square-dancing/) - An LWML-led event Join us for Square Dancing in the Fellowship Hall at OSLC Led by Kenny Farris Saturday, September 10. 6:30-8:00 PM This event will raise funds to purchase 2 very large, much-needed screens for the sanctuary $10.00 donation per person to attend - extra donations above 10 are appreciated! All are welcome! Invite - [LifeLine Health Screenings](https://oslclaurel.org/events/lifeline-health-screenings/) - Have You Taken Control of Your Health Today? Life Line Screening will be here at Our Savior Lutheran Church on Friday, May 20, 2022 offering safe, painless, non-invasive preventive health screenings that are typically not a part of a routine physical. To be more proactive about your health for yourself, your family and your community, please - [New Member Class](https://oslclaurel.org/events/new-member-class/) - Every Wednesday at 7 pm from April 27 - June 1 via Zoom Have you ever wondered what it means to be a member of a church? Are you interested in learning what we believe, teach, and confess here at Our Savior? Do you have questions about the different aspects of the church and how - [OSLC Chili and BINGO Night](https://oslclaurel.org/events/oslc-chili-and-bingo-night/) - Chili cook-off and BINGO night Saturday, March 12 Come out to OSLC for a fun night full of Chili and BINGO sponsored by the LWML - $10 for a meal. All proceeds go directly to support our Youth going to Houston for the LCMS Youth Gathering this summer, and help fund our new HVAC! If - [Sunday Worship 10 am](https://oslclaurel.org/events/sunday-worship-10-am/) - [Service of Lament](https://oslclaurel.org/events/service-of-lament/) - On Saturday, Nov. 6 at 4 p.m., Our Savior will have its first-ever Service of Lament. What is “lament”? Sometimes as people of the world, we are the psalmist, full of grief, crying out to God, sad, angry, asking for answers, accusing people and God and even ourselves for our pain. (More than a third ## Locations - [OSLC Location](https://oslclaurel.org/locations/oslc-location/) ## People - [Melissa Zaetz](https://oslclaurel.org/people/melissa-zaetz/) - Missy comes to us with a background in church management and operations. She was previously a Residential Property Manager, a Director of Operations at Abundant Life Church, a Second Grade Teacher and a stay at home mom. She has a BA in Religious Education and loves singing, gaming and bird watching. In fact, she - [Natasha Bowlds](https://oslclaurel.org/people/natasha-bowlds/) - Name: Natasha Bowlds Joined the OSLC staff on: May 1, 2001 Role on Team: Support staff to ministry leaders. Where did you grow up, or where are you originally from? I was born in Canberra, Australia, and grew up in Kent, Ohio. What can you tell us about your family? Married to Dan for 28 years - [Tom Moser](https://oslclaurel.org/people/facilities-director/) - Facilities and Grounds Director Tom has been working with us at OSLC since September of 2021. He oversees all projects and teams that involve the facilities and grounds of OSLC. If you need to get in contact with him, please contact the church office at office@oslclaurel.org or 301-776-7670 - [Becci Stewart](https://oslclaurel.org/people/rebecca-stewart/) - Where did you grow up, or where are you originally from? I was born in Wisconsin and raised in Idaho. I attended Grace Lutheran School in Pocatello, Idaho. What can you tell us about your immediate family (Names? Number of kids?) I have been married to my wonderful husband, Johan Stewart, since 2004. We have 5 boys. Philip, - [Pastor J. Orlando Flahn](https://oslclaurel.org/people/pastor-orlando/) - Pastor Orlando Flahn is the Associate Pastor of of Our Savior and has played an integral role in nurturing the African immigrant community of Laurel and beyond, aimed at bringing them to faith in Christ Jesus. Life & Family John Orlando Flahn was born January 24, 1961 in Flahn Town, Tubmanville, Grand Bassa County, Liberia, - [Tico Meneses](https://oslclaurel.org/people/music-director/) - Title: Music Minister Joined the OSLC staff on: 5/3/22 Role on Team: Coordinate, rehearse, supervise/direct all musical ensembles of the church, as appropriate. Assist the pastor(s) in planning the congregational services of the church. Where did you grow up, or where are you originally from?: Barranquilla, Colombia. What can you tell us about your immediate family: My wife's name - [Fox Wilmot](https://oslclaurel.org/people/fox-wilmot/) - Name: Fox Wilmot Title: Director of Christian Education Joined the OSLC staff on: July 17, 2024 Role on Team: Ministry with our 6th-12th graders in fellowship, worship, discipleship, and mission work. Where did you grow up, or where are you originally from? I grew up in the DMV, Laurel specifically. What can you tell us about your - [Stephanie Lewis](https://oslclaurel.org/people/stephanie-lewis/) ## Categories - [Updates](https://oslclaurel.org/category/updates/) - [Blog](https://oslclaurel.org/category/blog/) - [Serve](https://oslclaurel.org/category/serve/) - [Emergencey Response & Preparedness](https://oslclaurel.org/category/emergencey-response-preparedness/) - [Fundraising](https://oslclaurel.org/category/fundraising/) ## Sermon Topics - [Family](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/family/) - [Marriage](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/family/marriage/) - [Outreach](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/outreach/) - [Sin](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/sin/) - [Spiritual Growth](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/) - [The Gospel](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/) - [Worship](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/worship/) - [Children](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/family/children/) - [Evangelism](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/outreach/evangelism/) - [Fasting](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/fasting/) - [Giving](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/giving/) - [Missions](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/outreach/missions/) - You can provide an optional piece of content about the topic here. This works similarly for series, books and speakers. - [Prayer](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/spiritual-growth/prayer/) - [Resurrection](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/resurrection/) - [Salvation](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/salvation/) - [Sanctification](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/the-gospel/sanctification/) - [Christmas](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/christmas/) - [Hope](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/christmas/hope/) - [Old Testament](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/old-testament/) - [Love](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/love/) - [Palm Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/palm-sunday/) - [Easter](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/easter/) - [Faith](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/faith/) - [Law](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/law/) - [Truth](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/truth/) - [Peace](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/peace/) - [Serving](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-topic/serving/) ## Sermon Books - [Exodus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/exodus/) - [Genesis](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/genesis/) - [Hebrews](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/hebrews/) - [Joshua](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/joshua/) - [Mark](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/mark/) - [Matthew](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/matthew/) - [Psalms](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/psalms/) - [Revelation](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/revelation/) - [Philippians](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/philippians/) - [1 Thessalonians](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/1-thessalonians/) - [John](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/john/) - [Luke](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/luke/) - [Jonah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/jonah/) - [Leviticus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/leviticus/) - [Isaiah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/isaiah/) - [Deuteronomy](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/deuteronomy/) - [2 Chronicles](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/2-chronicles/) - [Proverbs](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/proverbs/) - [Hosea](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/hosea/) - [1 Corinthians](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/1-corinthians/) - [Daniel](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/daniel/) - [Acts](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/acts/) - [2 Timothy](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/2-timothy/) - [James](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/james/) - [2 Corinthians](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/2-corinthians/) - [Jude](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/jude/) - [Ruth](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/ruth/) - [2 Samuel](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/2-samuel/) - [Romans](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/romans/) - [Jeremiah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/jeremiah/) - [Ezekiel](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/ezekiel/) - [1 Timothy](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/1-timothy/) - [1 Kings](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/1-kings/) - [Titus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/titus/) - [2 John](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/2-john/) - [Ecclesiastes](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/ecclesiastes/) - [3 John](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/3-john/) - [Obadiah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/obadiah/) - [Numbers](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/numbers/) - [Judges](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/judges/) - [2 Kings](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/2-kings/) - [Micah](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/micah/) - [Joel](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-book/joel/) ## Sermon Series - [Kingdom Living](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/kingdom-living/) - [The Content Life](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/the-content-life/) - [Reformation](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/reformation/) - [All Saints Day](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/all-saints-day/) - [Christmas at the Movies](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/christmas-at-the-movies/) - [Binge the Bible](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/binge-the-bible/) - [Ash Wednesday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/ash-wednesday/) - [HUMBLED(D)](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/humbledd/) - [In & Out](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/in-out/) - [Trinity Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/trinity-sunday/) - [Off the Mark](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/off-the-mark/) - [Summer at the Movies](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/summer-at-the-movies/) - [Better Together](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/better-together/) - [My Church](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/my-church/) - [Matriarchs](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/matriarchs/) - [X Laws for Life](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/x-laws-for-life/) - [Miracles of Lent](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/miracles-of-lent/) - [Life After Easter](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/life-after-easter/) - [TNT: Timothy & Titus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/tnt-timothy-titus/) - [4x4](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/4x4/) - [Wait... What?!](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/wait-what/) - [A Mighty Fortress is Our God](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/a-mighty-fortress-is-our-god/) - [Giving Thanks](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/giving-thanks/) - [Be Born In Us Today](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/be-born-in-us-today/) - [New Years Day](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/new-years-day/) - [Jesus Walks](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/jesus-walks/) - [Red Letter Challenge](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/red-letter-challenge/) - [Palm Sunday](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/palm-sunday/) - [Purpose or Perish](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/purpose-or-perish/) - [Unity](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/unity/) - [I Am Jesus](https://oslclaurel.org/sermon-series/i-am-jesus/) ## Sermon Speakers - [Rev. 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