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Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsUnited Methodism 101: Identity | Podcast Edition A six-week Lenten worship series called “United Methodism 101: Confirming Faith Through Scripture, Tradition, Reason and Experience” continues on Sunday, March 23, 2025, as we explore some of the basic premises of the Wesleyan movement while several of our youth work through the confirmation process. The third message in the series, “Identity,” is rooted in Galatians 3:23-29. 2025-03-2324 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsUnited Methodism 101: Unity | Podcast Edition A six-week Lenten worship series called “United Methodism 101: Confirming Faith Through Scripture, Tradition, Reason and Experience” continues on Sunday, March 16, 2025, as we explore some of the basic premises of the Wesleyan movement while several of our youth work through the confirmation process. The second message in the series, “Unity,” is rooted in Luke 22:14-23. 2025-03-1621 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsUnited Methodism 101: Grace | Podcast Edition A six-week Lenten worship series called “United Methodism 101: Confirming Faith Through Scripture, Tradition, Reason and Experience” begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025, as we explore some of the basic premises of the Wesleyan movement while several of our youth work through the confirmation process. The first message in the series, “Grace,” is rooted in Ephesians 2:1-10. 2025-03-0921 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsContent | Podcast Edition On Sunday, March 2, 2025, we consider what it means to live responsibly and generously with our resources, keeping in mind the needs of our local community and the world. The message, “Content,” is rooted in Philippians 4:11-13. 2025-03-0218 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsBlessed Assurance: The Good | Podcast Edition The three-week worship series called “Blessed Assurance: Seeking Comfort in Favorite Bible Verses” concludes on Sunday, February 16, 2025, as we take another look at familiar passages. The third message in the series, “The Good,” is rooted in Romans 8:28-30.To access the form mentioned by Pastor Amy: https://mstarlc.church/form/a2fce2f4-1b63-43e3-9c3e-c9dfd263ea8b. 2025-02-2322 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsBlessed Assurance: Presence | Podcast Edition A three-week worship series called “Blessed Assurance: Seeking Comfort in Favorite Bible Verses” continues on Sunday, February 16, 2025, as we take another look at familiar passages. The second message in the series, “Presence,” is rooted in Psalm 23:1-6. 2025-02-1621 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsBlessed Assurance: A Plan | Podcast Edition A three-week worship series called “Blessed Assurance: Seeking Comfort in Favorite Bible Verses” begins on Sunday, February 9, 2025, as we take another look at familiar passages. The first message in the series, “A Plan,” is rooted in Jeremiah 29:10-14.Here is the form mentioned by Pastor Amy: https://mstarlc.church/form/a75712f0-c29b-45f5-850d-4c0fcdebd276 2025-02-0923 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsShe Speaks: Stay | Podcast Edition A three-week worship series called “She Speaks: Three Powerful Quotes from Three Powerful Women” concludes on February 2, 2025, as we consider the stories of lesser-known women in our holy text. The invitation, “Stay,” comes from a strong leader of the early church named Lydia and can be found in Acts 16:11-15. 2025-02-0220 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsShe Speaks: Let Me Speak | Podcast Edition A three-week worship series called “She Speaks: Three Powerful Quotes from Three Powerful Women” continues on January 26, 2025, as we consider the stories of lesser-known women in our holy text. The imperative ,“Let me speak,” comes from a woman named Abigail who had the courage to intervene for her family and can be found in 1 Samuel 25:14-17. 2025-01-2616 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsShe Speaks: Do Not Be Afraid | Podcast Edition A three-week worship series called “She Speaks: Three Powerful Quotes from Three Powerful Women” began on January 19, 2025, as we considered the stories of lesser-known women in our holy text. The exhortation, “Do not be afraid,” comes from a woman at war named Jael and can be found in Judges 5:24-26. 2025-01-1918 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsThis Year: Come and See | Podcast Edition A two-part worship series called “This Year: Living Intentionally in 2025” concludes on Sunday, January 12, 2025, as we explore ways that God is calling us to grow in our practice of faith in the next 12 months. The second message in the series, “Come and See,” is rooted in Psalm 66:1-7. 2025-01-1235 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsThis Year: Serve with Gladness | Podcast Edition A two-part worship series called “This Year: Living Intentionally in 2025” begins on Sunday, January 5, 2025, as we explore ways that God is calling us to grow in our practice of faith in the next 12 months. The first message in the series, “Serve with Gladness,” is rooted in Psalm 100:1-5. 2025-01-0522 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsThe New Self | Podcast Edition On Sunday, December 29, 2024, we close out one year and welcome the next with “The New Self,” a time of reflection and intention rooted in Ephesians 4:21-24. 2024-12-2916 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRevealed: Joy | Podcast Edition A five-part worship series called “Revealed: Experiencing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary” will continue on Sunday, December 22, 2024, as we consider how we could possibly encounter anything special or new in yet another holiday season full of obligation and busyness. The fourth message in the series, “Joy,” is rooted in Luke 1:39-45. 2024-12-2219 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRevealed: Love | Podcast Edition A five-part worship series called “Revealed: Experiencing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary” continues on Sunday, December 15, 2024, as we consider how we could possibly encounter anything special or new in yet another holiday season full of obligation and busyness. The third message in the series, “Love,” is rooted in Matthew 1:18-25. 2024-12-1517 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRevealed: Peace | Podcast Edition A five-part worship series called “Revealed: Experiencing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary” continues on Sunday, December 8, 2024, as we consider how we could possibly encounter anything special or new in yet another holiday season full of obligation and busyness. The second message in the series, “Peace,” is rooted in Luke 1:26-38. 2024-12-0819 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRevealed: Hope | Podcast Edition A five-part worship series called “Revealed: Experiencing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary” will begin on Sunday, December 1, 2024, as we consider how we could possibly encounter anything special or new in yet another holiday season full of obligation and busyness. The first message in the series, “Hope,” is rooted in Luke 1:8-13; 18-30. 2024-12-0119 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsThe Days Are Coming | Podcast Edition On Sunday, November 24, 2024, we will prepare for the seasons of Advent and Christmas with “The Days Are Coming,” a hanging of the greens worship experience. 2024-11-2410 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsPrayer: Without Words | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series titled, “Prayer: Direct Communication with God,” will conclude on Sunday, November 17, 2024. The final message in the series, “Without Words,” is rooted in Romans 8:22-27 and explores the role of the Holy Spirit in our practice of prayer. 2024-11-1725 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsPrayer: With Words | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series titled, “Prayer: Direct Communication with God,” will begin on Sunday, November 10, 2024. The first message in the series, “With Words,” is rooted in Matthew 6:9-13 and considers the origin of what we know as “The Lord’s Prayer.” 2024-11-1021 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWhat Do You Want Me to Do for You | Podcast Edition On Sunday, November 3, 2024, the message will be rooted in Mark 10:46-52 as we ponder Jesus’ question, “What do you want me to do for you?” with special guest preacher, Timothy Palmer! 2024-11-0328 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWhat a Character: Simon Peter | Podcast Edition A four-week worship series titled, “What a Character: A Closer Look at Favorite Bible Personalities,” concludes on Sunday, October 27, 2024. The final message in the series, “Simon Peter,” is rooted in Matthew 4:18-20 and delves into Peter’s journey to become a key player in the life of the early Church. 2024-10-2715 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWhat a Character: Queen Esther | Podcast Edition A four-week worship series titled, “What a Character: A Closer Look at Favorite Bible Personalities,” continues on Sunday, October 13, 2024. The second message in the series, “Queen Esther,” is rooted in Esther 2:5-11 and considers how the courage of Esther can inspire us to work for justice and equity. 2024-10-1319 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWhat a Character: King David | Podcast Edition A four-week worship series titled, “What a Character: A Closer Look at Favorite Bible Personalities,” begins on Sunday, October 6, 2024. The first message in the series, “King David,” is rooted in 1 Samuel 16:14-23 and explores how someone who made David’s choices could be described as a person “after God’s own heart.” 2024-10-0623 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHoly Living: Hospitality Without Grumbling | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series titled, “Holy Living: Being the Church in Today’s World,” concludes on Sunday, September 29, 2024. The final message in the series, “Hospitality Without Grumbling,” is rooted in 1 Peter 4:7-11 and explores practical ways to invite others to experience an open and accepting community that remains centered in the love and grace of God. 2024-09-2908 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHoly Living: Genuine Mutual Affection | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series titled, “Holy Living: Being the Church in Today’s World,” will begin on Sunday, September 22, 2024. The first message in the series, “Genuine Mutual Affection,” is rooted in 1 Peter 1:22-25 and explores new ways to engage in the transformative power of God's love and grace in our rapidly changing society. 2024-09-2206 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Suffering | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” concludes on Sunday, September 15, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The seventh message in the series, “Suffering,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-2, 10-12 and explores the perspective of those who are persecuted. 2024-09-1515 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Peacemaking | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” continues on Sunday, September 8, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The seventh message in the series, “Peacemaking,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-2, 9 and explores the perspective of those who work toward conflict resolution. 2024-09-0817 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Wholeheartedness | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” continues on Sunday, September 1, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The sixth message in the series, “Wholeheartedness,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-2, 8 and explores the perspective of the pure in heart. 2024-09-0117 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Forgiveness | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” continues on Sunday, August 25, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The fifth message in the series, “Forgiveness,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-2, 7 and explores the perspective of the merciful. 2024-08-2518 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Advocacy | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” continues on Sunday, August 18, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The fourth message in the series, “Advocacy,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-2, 6 and explores the perspective of those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. 2024-08-1818 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Gentleness | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” continues on Sunday, August 11, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The third message in the series, “Gentleness,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-2, 5 and explores the perspective of the meek. 2024-08-1116 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Grief | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” continues on Sunday, August 4, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The second message in the series, “Grief,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-2, 4 and explores the perspective of those who mourn. 2024-08-0418 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsHappy: Disadvantage | Podcast Edition In the book of Matthew, Jesus gives us the meaning of life, and it’s no secret. An eight-week worship series called, “Happy,” begins on Sunday, July 28, as we turn to Jesus’ famous “Blessed are the . . .” statements at the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount. The first message in the series, “Disadvantage,” is rooted in Matthew 5:1-3 and explores the perspective of the poor in spirit. 2024-07-2819 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSummer Playlist: As It Was | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called, “Summer Playlist: Popular Tunes for Rock Solid Faith,” concludes on Sunday, July 14, as we connect classic themes from scripture with chart-topping songs through the decades. The final message in the series features the 2022 hit, “As It Was,” by Harry Styles and is rooted in Colossians 3:1-4; 12-15. 2024-07-1432 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSummer Playlist: Diamonds | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called, “Summer Playlist: Popular Tunes for Rock Solid Faith,” continues on Sunday, July 7, as we connect classic themes from scripture with chart-topping songs through the decades. The sixth message in the series features the 2012 hit, “Diamonds,” by Rhianna and is rooted in Matthew 5:14-17. 2024-07-0718 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSummer Playlist: Beautiful | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called, “Summer Playlist: Popular Tunes for Rock Solid Faith,” continues on Sunday, June 30, as we connect classic themes from scripture with chart-topping songs through the decades. The fifth message in the series features the 2002 hit, “Beautiful,” by Christina Aguilera and is rooted in Romans 10:14-17. 2024-06-3016 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSummer Playlist: Losing My Religion | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called, “Summer Playlist: Popular Tunes for Rock Solid Faith,” continues on Sunday, June 23, as we connect classic themes from scripture with chart-topping songs through the decades. The fourth message in the series features the 1991 hit, “Losing My Religion,” by REM and is rooted in Acts 10:9-16. 2024-06-2320 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSummer Playlist: When Doves Cry | Podcast Edition The seven-week worship series called, “Summer Playlist: Popular Tunes for Rock Solid Faith,” continues on Sunday, June 16, as we connect classic themes from scripture with chart-topping songs through the decades. The third message in the series features the 1984 hit, “When Doves Cry,” by Prince and is rooted in Isaiah 59:9-11. 2024-06-1621 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSummer Playlist: We Are Family | Podcast Edition The seven-week worship series called, “Summer Playlist: Popular Tunes for Rock Solid Faith,” continues on Sunday, June 9, as we connect classic themes from scripture with chart-topping songs through the decades. The second message in the series features the 1979 hit, “We Are Family,” by Sister Sledge and is rooted in Hebrews 10:19-25. 2024-06-0925 minMorning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSummer Playlist: Ain't No Mountain High Enough | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called, “Summer Playlist: Popular Tunes for Rock Solid Faith,” begins on Sunday, June 2, as we connect classic themes from scripture with chart-topping songs through the decades. The first message in the series features the 1967 hit, “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell and is rooted in Matthew 17:14-21. 2024-06-0223 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsResurrection: By Grace | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” began on Sunday, April 7, as we explored the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The final message in the series, “On the Road,” is rooted in Luke 24:13-35. 2024-05-0518 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsResurrection: On the Mountain | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” continues on Sunday, April 28, as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The fourth message in the series, “On the Mountain,” is rooted in Matthew 28:16-20 2024-04-2820 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsResurrection: In the Same Boat | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” continues on Sunday, April 21, as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The third message in the series, “In the Same Boat,” is rooted in John 21:1-14. 2024-04-2123 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsResurrection: Behind Locked Doors | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” continues on Sunday, April 14, as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The second message in the series, “Behind Locked Doors,” is rooted in John 20:24-29. 2024-04-1424 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsResurrection: On the Road | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Resurrection: Encounters with the Risen Jesus,” begins on Sunday, April 7, as we explore the appearances of Jesus after he died and consider what it means for us to live as if we truly believe that he is still alive. The first message in the series, “On the Road,” is rooted in Luke 24:13-35. 2024-04-0720 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWhere Do You Go? | Podcast Edition On Sunday, March 31, we celebrate once again the good news that death does not have the last word in our lives. The message, “Where Do You Go?” is rooted in the words of Jesus to the women at the tomb in Mark 16:1-8 and considers ways that we share the good news with our daily lives. 2024-03-3119 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWhat Have You Heard? | Podcast Edition On Sunday, March 24, we observe Palm Sunday and Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem just days before his death. The message, “What Have You Heard?” is rooted in John 12:12-16. 2024-03-2414 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWatchword: Mission | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” concludes on Sunday, March 17, as we consider ways that we experience God’s presence and work in the world. The final message in the series, “Mission,” is rooted in Matthew 28:16-20. 2024-03-1728 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWatchword: Rebirth | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” continues on Sunday, March 10, as we consider ways that we experience God’s presence and work in the world. The fourth message in the series, “Rebirth,” is rooted in 2 Corinthians 5:15-21. 2024-03-1021 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWatchword: Justice | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” continues on Sunday, March 3, as we consider ways that we experience God’s presence and work in the world. The third message in the series, “Justice,” is rooted in Amos 5:21-24. 2024-03-0318 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWatchword: Compassion | Podcast Edition five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” will continue on Sunday, February 24, as we consider ways that we experience God’s presence and work in the world. The second message in the series, “Compassion,” is rooted in Exodus 3:7-12. 2024-02-2523 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWatchword: Love | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Watchword: A Story of Encounter” begins on Sunday, February 18, as we consider ways that we experience God’s presence and work in the world. The first message in the series, “Love,” is rooted in Matthew 22:34-40. 2024-02-1820 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsGiving Up: Community | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series called “Giving Up: Generosity for Today’s Church” concludes on Sunday, February 11, as we consider what it means to plan the future of a congregation. The first message in the series, “Community,” is rooted in Acts 2:43-47. 2024-02-1120 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsGiving Up: Legacy | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series called “Giving Up: Generosity for Today’s Church” begins on Sunday, February 4, as we consider what it means to plan the future of a congregation. The first message in the series, “Legacy,” is rooted in Proverbs 13:22. 2024-02-0428 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsInside Out: Invite | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series called “Inside Out: The Cross Section of Identity + Purpose” concludes on Sunday, January 28, as we explore how our understanding of who we are informs our pattern of behavior. The second message in the series, “Invite,” is rooted in John 1:35-42. 2024-01-2821 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsInside Out: Engage | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series called “Inside Out: The Cross Section of Identity + Purpose” begins on Sunday, January 21, as we explore how our understanding of who we are informs our pattern of behavior. The first message in the series, “Engage,” is rooted in 1 Peter 4:8-11. 2024-01-2121 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsLike a Dove | Podcast Edition On Sunday, January 14, we will celebrate the baptism of Jesus as we consider the meaning of our own baptism. The message, “Like a Dove,” is rooted in Mark 4:1-11. 2024-01-1421 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsUnexpected Strangers | Podcast Edition On Sunday, January 7, we will observe the holy day of Epiphany with an exploration of the arrival of the magi who brought gifts to young Jesus. The message, “Unexpected Strangers,” is rooted in Matthew 2:1-12. 2024-01-0721 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsReflection & Intention | Podcast Edition On Sunday, December 31, 2023, we close out one year and welcome the next with “Reflection & Intention,” a New Year’s Eve worship experience. 2023-12-311h 32
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsOrigin Story: Mary | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” concludes on Sunday, December 24, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The final message in the series, “Mary,” is rooted in Luke 1:26-38; 2:1-7. 2023-12-2407 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsOrigin Story: Bathsheba | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” continues on Sunday, December 17, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The fourth message in the series, “Bathsheba,” is rooted in 2 Samuel 11:2-3; 14-15; 26-27. 2023-12-1719 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsOrigin Story: Ruth | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” continues on Sunday, December 10, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The third message in the series, “Ruth,” is rooted in Ruth 3:1-3. 2023-12-1022 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsOrigin Story: Rahab | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” continues on Sunday, December 3, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The second message in the series, “Rahab,” is rooted in Joshua 2:1-14. 2023-12-0321 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsOrigin Story: Tamar | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Origin Story: The Mothers of Jesus” begins on Sunday, November 26, as we take note of the women who are listed in the genealogy of Jesus in the book of Matthew. The first message in the series, “Tamar,” is rooted in Genesis 38:11-15. 2023-11-2621 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSainted: No Way | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series called “Sainted: Expanding Expectations” concludes on Sunday, November 12, as we consider the impact of the faith of our ancestors on our own spiritual journey. The second message in the series, “No Way,” is rooted in Hebrews 11:1-3; 17-19 and 12:1-3 and Exodus 16:1-3; 13-15; 31-35. 2023-11-1223 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSainted: Life from Death | Podcast Edition A two-week worship series called “Sainted: Expanding Expectations" will begin on Sunday, November 5, as we consider the impact of the faith of our ancestors on our own spiritual journey. The first message in the series, “Life from Death,” is rooted in Hebrews 11:1-3; 17-19 and 12:1-3 and Genesis 17:15-22. 2023-11-0524 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsLOL: The Most Boring Sermon Ever | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” concludes on Sunday, October 29, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The final message in the series, “The Most Boring Sermon Ever,” is rooted in Acts 20:7-12. 2023-10-2919 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsLOL: The Man Who Jumps in the Lake | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” will continue on Sunday, October 22, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The fourth message in the series, “The Man Who Jumps in the Lake,” is rooted in John 21:1-7. 2023-10-2220 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsLOL: The Whiny Prophet | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” continues on Sunday, October 15, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The third message in the series, “The Whiny Prophet,” is rooted in Jonah 4:4-7. 2023-10-1523 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsLOL: The Cursed Fig Tree | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” continues on Sunday, October 8, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The second message in the series, “The Cursed Fig Tree,” is rooted in Mark 11:12–14. 2023-10-0820 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsLOL: The Kid Who Won't Sleep | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called, “Bible Stories That Make Us LOL,” will begin on Sunday, October 1, as we take a look at some strange and somewhat amusing passages in our holy text. The first message in the series, “The Kid Who Won’t Sleep,” is rooted in 1 Samuel 3:2-9. 2023-10-0120 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsYou Are: the light of the world | Podcast Edition A two-week worship theme titled, “You Are: In the Words of Jesus,” concludes on Sunday, September 17, as we consider what it means to be who Jesus says we are. The second message is rooted in Matthew 5:14-16 and Jesus’ proclamation, “You are the light of the world.” 2023-09-1726 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsI AM the Vine | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” continues on Sunday, September 3, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The final message in the series is rooted in John 15:1-11 and Jesus’ proclamation, “I AM the Vine." 2023-09-0322 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsI AM the Way, the Truth and the Life | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” continues on Sunday, August 27, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The sixth message in the series is rooted in John 14:1-7 and Jesus’ proclamation, “I AM the Way, the Truth and the Life." 2023-08-2720 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsI AM the Resurrection and the Life | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” continues on Sunday, August 20, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The fifth message in the series is rooted in John 11:17-27 and Jesus’ proclamation, “I AM the Resurrection and the Life." 2023-08-2023 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsI AM the Good Shepherd | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” continues on Sunday, August 13, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The fourth message in the series is rooted in John 10:11-18 and Jesus’ proclamation, “I AM the Good Shepherd." 2023-08-1319 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsI AM the Gate | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” continues on Sunday, August 6, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The third message in the series is rooted in John 10:1-10 and Jesus’ proclamation, “I AM the Gate." 2023-08-0619 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsI AM the Light of the World | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” continues on Sunday, July 30, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The second message in the series is rooted in John 8:12-20 and Jesus’ proclamation, “I AM the Light of the World." 2023-07-3020 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsI AM the Bread of Life | Podcast Edition A seven-week worship series called “I AM: Seeing Life Through Stained Glass” begins on Sunday, July 23, as we explore the words on the stained glass windows in the Morning Star sanctuary. The first message in the series is rooted in John 6:30-35 and Jesus’ proclamation, “I AM the Bread of Life." 2023-07-2320 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSeeking: Trust | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” concludes on Sunday, July 16, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The final message in the series, “Trust,” is rooted in Proverbs 3:5-8 and centers on verse 5, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.” 2023-07-1620 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSeeking: Strength | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” continues on Sunday, July 9, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The fourth message in the series, “Strength,” is rooted in Philippians 4:11-14 and centers on verse 13, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” 2023-07-0920 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSeeking: The Good | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” continues on Sunday, July 2, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The third message in the series, “The Good,” is rooted in Romans 8:26-30 and centers on verse 28, “We know that all things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” 2023-07-0222 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSeeking: A Plan | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” continues on Sunday, June 25, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The second message in the series, “A Plan,” is rooted in Jeremiah 29:10-14) and centers on verse 11, “For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope.” 2023-06-2518 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsSeeking: Love | Podcast Edition A five-week worship series called “Seeking: Five Common Bible Searches” begins on Sunday, June 18, as we explore popular scripture passages in which many people find great meaning and comfort. The first message in the series, “Love,” is rooted in John 3:11-21 and centers on verse 16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.” 2023-06-1819 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsWonderfully Made | Podcast Edition On Sunday June 11 — the birthday of Pastor Amy — we will give thanks for the gift of life. The message, “Wonderfully Made,” is rooted in Psalm 139:13-18 and reminds us that God knows us well and considers us to be of great worth. 2023-06-1121 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsIn the Name | Podcast Edition On Sunday June 4, we celebrate the power of the Trinity — our Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer. The message, “In the Name,” is rooted in Matthew 28:16-20 and considers what it means to serve a God whose very nature is relational. 2023-06-0419 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsAmazed and Perplexed | Podcast Edition On Sunday, May 28, we once again celebrate the movement of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the early followers of Jesus and in our lives today. The message, “Amazed and Perplexed,” is rooted in Acts 2:1-21 and considers the power of the Pentecost experience. 2023-05-2818 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsVoice of the People: Comfort | Podcast Edition A six-week worship series called “Voice of the People: Finding Community in the Psalms” concludes on Sunday, May 21, as we explore common themes of the human experience in this book of poetry and hymns. The final message in the series, “Comfort,” is rooted in Psalm 23:1-6, an expression of faith. 2023-05-2103 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsVoice of the People: Direction | Podcast Edition A six-week worship series called “Voice of the People: Finding Community in the Psalms” continues on Sunday, May 14, as we explore common themes of the human experience in this book of poetry and hymns. The fifth message in the series, “Direction,” is rooted in Psalm 1:1-6, an expression of wisdom. 2023-05-1415 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsVoice of the People: Gratitude | Podcast Edition A six-week worship series called “Voice of the People: Finding Community in the Psalms” continues on Sunday, May 7, as we explore common themes of the human experience in this book of poetry and hymns. The fourth message in the series, “Gratitude,” is rooted in Psalm 136:1-26, an expression of thanksgiving. 2023-05-0721 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsVoice of the People: Order | Podcast Edition A six-week worship series called “Voice of the People: Finding Community in the Psalms” continues on Sunday, April 30, as we explore common themes of the human experience in this book of poetry and hymns. The third message in the series, “Order,” is rooted in Psalm 47:1-9, an expression of worship. 2023-04-3020 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsVoice of the People: Grief | Podcast Edition A six-week worship series called “Voice of the People: Finding Community in the Psalms” continues on Sunday, April 23, as we explore common themes of the human experience in this book of poetry and hymns. The second message in the series, “Grief,” is rooted in Psalm 6:1-10, an expression of lament. 2023-04-2322 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsVoice of the People: Awe | Podcast Edition A six-week worship series called “Voice of the People: Finding Community in the Psalms” begins on Sunday, April 16, as we explore common themes of the human experience in this book of poetry and hymns. The first message in the series, “Awe,” is rooted in Psalm 145:1-21, an expression of praise. 2023-04-1622 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsThey Will See Me | Podcast Edition On Sunday, April 9, we celebrate once more the good news that death does not have the last word in our lives. The message, “They Will See Me,” is rooted in the words of Jesus as presented in Matthew 28:1-10 and considers ways that we encounter the risen Christ in our daily lives. 2023-04-0917 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRocky Ground: Rocks Cry Out | Podcast Edition A five-week Lenten worship series called “Rocky Ground: Walking with Jesus on Rugged Terrain” concludes on Sunday, April 2, as we make our way to Easter with humility and repentance. The final message in the series, “Rocks Cry Out,” is rooted in Jesus’ welcome into the city of Jerusalem on what we now call Palm Sunday as told in Luke 19:28-40. 2023-04-0218 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRocky Ground: Division (and Unity) | Podcast Edition A five-week Lenten worship series called “Rocky Ground: Walking with Jesus on Rugged Terrain ” will continue on Sunday, March 26, as we make our way to Easter with humility and repentance. The fourth message in the series, “Division (and Unity),” is rooted in Jesus’ understanding of community as presented in John 17:20-24. 2023-03-2620 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRocky Ground: Sorrow (and Joy) | Podcast Edition A five-week Lenten worship series called “Rocky Ground: Walking with Jesus on Rugged Terrain” continues on Sunday, March 19, as we make our way to Easter with humility and repentance. The third message in the series, “Sorrow (and Joy),” is rooted in the words of Jesus regarding pain and healing as presented in John 16:16-24. 2023-03-1927 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRocky Ground: Disconnection (and Connection) | Podcast Edition A five-week Lenten worship series called “Rocky Ground: Walking with Jesus on Rugged Terrain” continues on Sunday, March 12, as we make our way to Easter with humility and repentance. The second message in the series, “Disconnection (and Connection),” is rooted in Jesus’ words regarding the power of the love of God as presented in John 15:1-11. 2023-03-1217 min
Morning Star Church Las Cruces SermonsRocky Ground: Turmoil (and Peace) | Podcast Edition A five-week Lenten worship series called “Rocky Ground: Walking with Jesus on Rugged Terrain” begins on Sunday, March 5, as we make our way to Easter with humility and repentance. The first message in the series, “Turmoil (and Peace),” is rooted in Jesus’ words regarding the trouble of the world as presented in John 14:25-31. 2023-03-0519 min