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Meeting with God RadioUrgently Seeking With Jesus, Part AJesus isn’t waiting--He’s moving, and He’s calling you to follow with urgency. In this powerful message from Acts 1 and Luke 19, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to live on mission: to glorify God by making disciples with hearts full of love and urgency. A disciple of Jesus doesn’t drift; they witness boldly and seek Him relentlessly. Are you ready? Are you seeking? Do you feel the urgency?
2025-07-1026 minMeeting with God RadioHow to Walk with God, Part BSpiritual drift is easy; Walking with God daily takes resolve. In the second half of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges us to keep in step with the Spirit and pursue the presence of God with purpose. Grounded in Genesis 5, Luke 24, and Galatians 5, this message calls disciples to walk intentionally, not occasionally. Walking with God means drawing from His grace every day through His Word, prayer, community, and humility--all for the glory of Christ and the mission of making disciples.
2025-07-0726 minMeeting with God RadioHow to Walk with God, Part AWalking with God doesn’t happen by accident...it takes intention. In the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens draws from Genesis 5, Luke 24, and Galatians 5 to show how walking closely with God is both possible and essential for every disciple. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to glorify God by making disciples who walk with Him daily and deliberately. That means walking by the Spirit and staying connected to the Channels of Grace—God’s Word, prayer, community, and humility.
2025-07-0426 minMeeting with God RadioJesus over Hard Hearts, Part BReligious anger was raging, but Jesus stood firm in truth and love. And He calls us to do the same. In the conclusion of this sermon from Luke 6:1–11, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches us to respond to criticism not with defensiveness, but with grace. We complete the five steps to restoring a hard heart by learning to forgive our critics and represent Jesus with compassion and conviction. A soft heart, anchored in Christ, is a powerful witness in a hard world.
2025-05-2026 minMeeting with God RadioJesus over Hard Hearts, Part AIn this sermon from Luke 6:1–11, Pastor Luke Ahrens confronts the danger of religious pride and the hardness it breeds in our hearts. As Jesus heals on the Sabbath and challenges the Pharisees, we’re called to surrender to His authority and find true rest in Him. We begin learning five steps to restoring a hard heart—starting with yielding to Christ, receiving His restoration, and seeking forgiveness for a critical spirit. Jesus doesn’t just challenge cold religion; He invites us into a life marked by grace, healing, and mercy.
2025-05-1926 minMeeting with God RadioJesus over Ritualistic Religion, Part AIn the first part of this sermon from Luke 5:33–39, Pastor Luke Ahrens teaches us how Jesus challenges the emptiness of ritualistic religion with the joy and power of His presence. We learn that while religion elevates customs and traditions, true faith lifts up Christ alone. Religion focuses on outward activity, but Jesus transforms the heart. And where religion invites comparison, Jesus calls us into deep affection for Him.
2025-05-1526 minMeeting with God RadioJesus over Legalistic Religion, Part BIn the conclusion of this sermon, “Jesus over Legalistic Religion,” Pastor Luke Ahrens contrasts the compassionate call of Jesus with the cold resistance of the Pharisees. He defines legalism as a mindset that trusts in outward performance and self-righteousness rather than God's mercy and grace. Pastor Luke shows how legalism blinds us to our own need for repentance and hardens our hearts toward others. Through Jesus’ response, we’re reminded that true righteousness begins with humility and a deep awareness of our need for the Great Physician.
2025-05-1426 minMeeting with God RadioAuthority to Forgive My Sins, Part BIn the conclusion of this sermon, “Authority to Forgive My Sins,” Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the deeper implications of Jesus’ healing of the paralyzed man. He shows how this moment forces a decision about Jesus’ identity—He is not just a healer, but the Son of Man with divine authority to forgive sin. Pastor Luke also unpacks how God’s offer of total forgiveness reveals His heart toward us. The sermon closes with a powerful reminder that those who truly experience grace cannot help but glorify God.
2025-05-1226 minMeeting with God RadioDivine Interruptions, Part BIn the conclusion of “Divine Interruptions,” Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the moment Simon, James, and John leave everything behind to follow Jesus. Luke 5:1–11 shows that when we truly see who Jesus is, we can’t stay where we are. God’s interruptions are not obstacles; they're invitations to something far greater. A clearer vision of Christ always calls us into stronger dedication and surrender.
2025-05-0626 minMeeting with God RadioDivine Interruptions, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, “Divine Interruptions,” Pastor Luke Ahrens draws us into the moment Jesus steps into Simon’s empty boat—and completely changes the course of his life. Through Luke 5:1–11, we see how God often uses both our emptiness and our fullness to reveal a deeper understanding of Jesus. As the nets fill and boats begin to sink, the real miracle is what happens in Simon’s heart. The Spirit is always working to lead us into greater clarity about Christ; That clarity calls us to deeper commitment.
2025-05-0526 min
Saint Luke's DarienMay 4, 2025Sermon from Confirmation & the Holy Eucharist with Celebrant and Guest Preacher the Rt. Rev. Laura J. Ahrens on Sunday, May 4, 2025 For more information on Saint Luke's Parish, visit www.saintlukesdarien.org.
2025-05-0512 minMeeting with God RadioMinistry Marked by Authority, Part BAs the crowds press in, Jesus remains unwavering—healing with compassion, praying with intention, and preaching with purpose. In the second half of this sermon from Luke 4:38–44, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus’ ministry was never random or reactive, but marked by clarity and conviction. His authority wasn’t just in His miracles; it was in His mission. True impact comes when we follow Him with that same focus.
2025-05-0226 minMeeting with God RadioMinistry Marked by Authority, Part AIn the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:38–44, Jesus moves from the synagogue to the streets, bringing healing, freedom, and purpose wherever He goes. Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights four marks of Jesus’ ministry—personal, powerful, prayerful, and purposeful—that still shape how He works today. Whether confronting sickness or seeking solitude with the Father, Jesus stays focused on His mission. This is the kind of authority that transforms lives and refuses to be confined.
2025-05-0126 minMeeting with God RadioFinding Freedom through Jesus’ Authority, Part BAs the crowd watches in awe, Jesus silences the demonic and sets a captive free with a single word. In this second half of the sermon from Luke 4:31–37, Pastor Luke Ahrens emphasizes that Christ’s authority is not only real—it’s redemptive. Jesus breaks through spiritual darkness to bring healing, truth, and lasting freedom. When we trust His authority, we discover the freedom our souls were made for.
2025-04-3026 minMeeting with God RadioFinding Freedom through Jesus’ Authority, Part AIn the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:31–37, Jesus enters the synagogue and confronts darkness with unmistakable authority and power. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus delivers us from religious confusion into the truth of the Good News, and from spiritual oppression into healing and freedom. His word doesn’t just teach, it commands, liberates and restores. Freedom is found not in striving, but in submitting to the authority of Christ.
2025-04-2926 minMeeting with God RadioThe Lord’s Favor Is Here! Part BAs the message of grace confronts hardened expectations, the crowd in Nazareth turns from admiration to rage. In this second half of the sermon from Luke 4:14–30, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus remained resolute in God’s will, even when met with rejection and danger. The invitation of grace still stands—but it demands a response. We are called to receive God’s favor by faith, not on our terms, but on His.
2025-04-2826 minMeeting with God RadioThe Lord’s Favor Is Here! Part AIn the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:14–30, Jesus stands in His hometown synagogue and boldly declares that the long-awaited favor of the Lord has arrived. Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus refused to be sidetracked—whether by praise, pressure, or hostility—and remained fully committed to God’s mission. Jesus unveiled a season of grace for all who would receive it, but not everyone welcomed the message. We will either embrace this grace by faith or reject it in unbelief.
2025-04-2526 minMeeting with God RadioPrepared To Live With Authority, Part BAs the confrontation in the wilderness reaches its conclusion, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how Jesus defeats every temptation by standing firmly in God’s truth. In this second half of the sermon from Luke 4:1–13, we’re called to live with the same Spirit-empowered clarity and conviction. Will we walk in trust-driven authority or settle for the illusion of control? Real authority begins where surrender to God is complete.
2025-04-2426 minMeeting with God RadioPrepared To Live With Authority, Part AIn the first part of this sermon from Luke 4:1–13, Jesus faces the enemy not with spectacle or power, but with Spirit-filled obedience and the Word of God. Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to consider whether we will live under God-centered authority or with self-centered ambition, whether our worship will be empowered by the cross or empty of its power, and whether our trust will be grounded in faith or consumed by fear. This message calls us to reject the shortcuts of the enemy and embrace the path of true spiritual authority.
2025-04-2326 minMeeting with God RadioGod Keeps His Promises, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens continues exploring the rich genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3:23–38, moving from a list of names to a profound declaration of identity and purpose. Tracing Jesus' line all the way back to Adam—and ultimately to God Himself—Luke reminds us that Jesus isn’t just the culmination of a promise to Abraham or David, but the answer to the hopes of all humanity. In Jesus, the true Son of God, we see both divine origin and human connection. Pastor Luke highlights how this lineage affirms God’s unwavering commitment to redeem creation, and how every generation, every name...
2025-04-2226 minMeeting with God RadioGod Keeps His Promises, Part APastor Luke Ahrens takes us through the genealogy of Jesus in Luke 3:23–38, revealing a powerful thread of God’s faithfulness from Adam to Christ. Every name tells a story of promise, patience, and providence, culminating in the arrival of the true Son of God. Pastor Luke reminds us that God's promises never fail and that Jesus stands as the fulfillment of every one.
2025-04-2126 minMeeting with God RadioMajesty Unveiled, Part BIn the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to reflect on the powerful scene of Jesus’ baptism in Luke 3:21–22, drawing out its deep significance for our faith today. As the Father’s voice thunders His love and approval, we are reminded of the unshakable identity and authority of Christ. Pastor Luke calls us to respond with worship, obedience, and a renewed confidence in the One who stands both fully God and fully man.
2025-04-1826 minMeeting with God RadioMajesty Unveiled, Part APastor Luke Ahrens draws us into the stunning moment of Jesus’ baptism, where heaven opens and the majesty of the Trinity is unveiled. As Jesus stands in humble obedience, the Spirit descends and the Father declares His pleasure. Pastor Luke helps us see how this sacred scene affirms Christ’s identity and launches His public mission with divine power and purpose.
2025-04-1726 minMeeting with God RadioThe Consummate Messenger, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens continues through Luke 3:15–20, focusing on John the Baptist’s unwavering commitment to truth, even in the face of personal loss. As John confronts sin boldly and exalts Christ faithfully, Pastor Luke calls the church to a Gospel Advance marked by unity, prayer, disciple-making, and lives transformed by the message of Jesus. This is the witness of the consummate messenger—and the calling for every believer.
2025-04-1626 minMeeting with God RadioThe Consummate Messenger, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights John the Baptist’s powerful clarity in pointing people away from himself and toward the coming Christ. Preaching with conviction and humility, John declares the greatness of Jesus and the refining work He alone can do. Pastor Luke challenges us to embrace the same posture—lifting high Christ, proclaiming truth with courage, and preparing our hearts for Gospel Advance.
2025-04-1526 minMeeting with God RadioTurning My Heart Toward The Lord, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens opens Luke 3:1–14 with a powerful look at John the Baptist’s bold call to repentance. Set against a backdrop of political and religious power, God’s Word breaks through the wilderness with urgency and grace. Pastor Luke challenges listeners to prepare their hearts for the Lord by turning from empty religion and embracing genuine, fruit-bearing repentance.
2025-04-1126 minMeeting with God RadioA New Journey in The Gospel of Luke, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens invites listeners into the rich beginnings of the Gospel of Luke, highlighting the intentionality and trustworthiness of God’s Word. Drawing from Luke 1:1–4, he emphasizes the value of an “orderly account” and the certainty it brings to our faith. This message marks the beginning of a powerful journey through Luke’s Gospel, rooted in eyewitness testimony and divine purpose.
2025-04-0926 minMeeting with God RadioRelentless Gospel Advance, Part BIn the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to highlight how gospel advance is both a supernatural work of God and a calling for His people. Acts 6:7 shows that when the church removes distractions, pursues unity, and prioritizes prayer, the result is a wave of disciple-making that exalts Christ. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider whether we’re creating space in our lives and church for that kind of movement. The gospel is relentless—and it’s meant to move through us.
2025-04-0826 minMeeting with God RadioRelentless Gospel Advance, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the power of Acts 6:7, where the gospel continues to move forward—unstoppable and life-changing. As the early church renewed unity, resolved conflict, and stayed devoted to prayer, the Word of God spread and disciples multiplied. Pastor Luke reminds us that gospel advance isn’t accidental; it flows from a church committed to Christ and free from distraction. When the message of Jesus takes root, it transforms both the church and the world around it.
2025-04-0726 minMeeting with God RadioDevoted to Ministry, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens continues to unfold the powerful impact of a church devoted to ministry, as seen in Acts 6:4–7. The apostles’ focus on prayer and the Word resulted in a thriving, Spirit-led movement, with the Word of God multiplying and new disciples added daily. Pastor Luke challenges us to reflect on how our own devotion to Christ-centered ministry can lead to growth in our lives and the church. When we share in the mission of Christ, we participate in His work of transforming lives and advancing the Kingdom.
2025-04-0426 minMeeting with God RadioDevoted to Ministry, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the importance of every believer's calling to serve in the local church, as seen in Acts 6:4–7. Through the example of the apostles, we learn that devotion to prayer and the ministry of the Word fuels joy in service to Christ, fellow believers, and those yet to know Him. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider how our personal and corporate commitment to Christ-centered ministry shapes both our church's identity and its impact on the world. True ministry flows from a heart fully devoted to God’s mission.
2025-04-0326 minMeeting with God RadioSpirit-filled Living, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens continues unpacking what it means to live a life filled with the Holy Spirit, as seen in the example of Stephen. Spirit-filled living isn’t just about inner transformation—it’s meant to overflow into bold faith, wisdom, and visible impact. Pastor Luke calls us to seek both the reliable fruit and the surprising movements of the Spirit in our daily walk. When the Holy Spirit is active in us, others will notice—and Christ will be glorified.
2025-04-0226 minMeeting with God RadioSpirit-filled Living, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens turns to Acts 6 to highlight what set Stephen and the early leaders apart: lives marked by the unmistakable presence of the Holy Spirit. Spirit-filled living isn’t reserved for a few—it’s available to every believer and meant to shape both character and calling. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider whether others can genuinely see the Spirit’s activity in our lives. The filling of the Spirit brings both steady fruit and surprising power—do you carry a reputation for it?
2025-04-0126 minMeeting with God RadioShared Mission Driving Shared Ministry, Part BIn the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens shows how the early church’s commitment to a shared mission led to a powerful multiplication of ministry and disciples. Acts 6:1–7 reveals that when the body of Christ functions in unity—each person owning the mission and stepping into their role—God’s Word advances and lives are transformed. Pastor Luke invites us to evaluate how we’re engaging in Christ’s work, not just occasionally, but consistently. Ministry isn’t just for a few—it’s a shared calling for every follower of Jesus.
2025-03-3126 minMeeting with God RadioShared Mission Driving Shared Ministry, Part APastor Luke Ahrens walks through Acts 6:1–7, where a moment of church tension becomes a turning point for gospel growth. As needs arise and roles are redefined, the early church stays anchored in its mission while expanding its ministry. Pastor Luke challenges us to consider whether we’ve personally owned Christ’s mission and are actively sharing in His work each week. Missional ministry can be traded, juggled, or neglected; but it’s meant to be shared.
2025-03-2826 minMeeting with God RadioHealthy Conflict Resolution, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens continues unpacking Acts 6, highlighting how the apostles wisely navigated conflict without losing sight of their calling. Rather than avoiding the issue, they addressed it with Spirit-led clarity, raising up new leaders and strengthening the church. Pastor Luke challenges us to see conflict not as a threat, but as a God-given opportunity to grow in faith, unity, and service. When handled with love and truth, even church problems can lead to powerful ministry breakthroughs.
2025-03-2726 minMeeting with God RadioHealthy Conflict Resolution, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens turns to Acts 6:1–2 to show how early church conflict became a catalyst for deeper growth and gospel-centered ministry. When disappointment surfaces in the body of Christ, it's not a detour—it’s a defining moment. Pastor Luke reminds us that while the church may let us down, Jesus never does, and He often allows tension to test hearts and open doors for greater fruitfulness. How we respond to problems reveals not just our priorities, but our love for Christ and His church.
2025-03-2626 min
Meeting with God RadioWhen God Takes Broken and Makes Beautiful, Part BIn the conclusion of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens brings to light the far-reaching impact of God’s redemptive work in Ruth’s story, culminating in the birth of Obed—the grandfather of King David. What begins with personal restoration for Naomi becomes a generational blessing that points directly to Jesus. Pastor Luke unpacks how God’s faithfulness not only heals individual wounds but secures an eternal gospel legacy. This is the beauty God creates when He takes what’s broken and makes it whole.
2025-03-2526 min
Meeting with God RadioWhen God Takes Broken and Makes Beautiful, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens walks through Ruth 4:13–22, where sorrow gives way to joy and God’s quiet providence brings beauty out of brokenness. Through the story of Ruth, Boaz, and Naomi, we witness the Lord restoring what was lost and weaving redemption into every thread of their lives. Pastor Luke shows how God shapes our brokenness into a beautiful mosaic of restored life, covenantal love, and gospel legacy. This message reminds us that no part of our story is beyond God’s power to redeem.
2025-03-2426 min
Meeting with God RadioWhat It Means To Be Redeemed, Part BIn this second part of the sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to illuminate the depth of Boaz’s redemptive act and how it foreshadows Christ’s ultimate sacrifice for us. As Boaz’s marriage to Ruth secures her future, Pastor Luke draws a parallel to how Jesus, our Redeemer, has secured our eternal inheritance through His death and resurrection. This message challenges us to reflect on the immense love and grace that defines our redemption, reminding us that in Christ, we are promised restoration, hope, and a place in God’s family.
2025-03-2126 min
Meeting with God RadioWhat It Means To Be Redeemed, Part AIn this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the powerful act of redemption shown in Ruth 4:1-12, where Boaz steps in to restore both land and legacy for Naomi and Ruth. Through this act, Boaz gives Ruth a selfless advocate, a beloved identity, and a future filled with blessing. Pastor Luke highlights how, just as Boaz redeemed Ruth, Jesus offers us a similar redemption, transforming our lives with His sacrificial love. This episode reminds us that, in Christ, we are no longer defined by brokenness or curse, but by His grace and promise.
2025-03-2026 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Way to Pursue Wholeness, Part BIn part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues his reflection on Ruth 3, focusing on the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan through Boaz’s actions. He challenges us to remain patient and faithful, even when the outcome is uncertain, trusting that God will bring about wholeness in His perfect timing. Pastor Luke further reveals how our obedience and trust in God can open doors to blessings we never imagined, reminding us that God’s work is often bigger than we can see or control.
2025-03-1926 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Way to Pursue Wholeness, Part AIn this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens begins a powerful message from Ruth 3:1-18, guiding us to pursue wholeness by trusting in God’s perfect timing. He emphasizes the importance of cultivating a life marked by noble character, taking bold, God-honoring risks, and allowing God to work in areas beyond our control. With practical wisdom and deep faith, Pastor Luke encourages us to trust the process and rely on God’s sovereignty in our journey toward restoration.
2025-03-1826 min
Meeting with God RadioDetecting the Unseen, Gracious Hand of God, Part BIn part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to reveal how God’s providence shapes Ruth and Naomi’s journey in ways they could never have predicted. As Ruth continues to find favor with Boaz, God’s plan of redemption becomes clearer, showing how even small acts of obedience and trust can open the door to divine blessings. Pastor Luke emphasizes that God is always working behind the scenes, using unexpected people and circumstances to fulfill His redemptive purposes. In the midst of uncertainty, Ruth’s faithfulness serves as a powerful reminder that God’s grace often arrives wh...
2025-03-1726 min
Meeting with God RadioDetecting the Unseen, Gracious Hand of God, Part AIn this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the unseen, gracious hand of God at work in Ruth 2:1-23, as Ruth steps into God’s providence with courage and humility. Though God’s actions are often hidden, He guides with unseen direction, offering unexpected belonging, timely encouragement, and undeserved favor through Boaz. Pastor Luke reminds us that even in ordinary moments, God is weaving threads of hope into our lives, redeeming us in ways we may not initially recognize. In the end, it’s a powerful reminder that God’s plans unfold with perfect timing and unanticipated grace.
2025-03-1426 min
Meeting with God RadioHow To Misinterpret God’s Purposes For Your Life, Part BIn part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack Naomi's story, focusing on the surprising way God begins to unfold His redemptive plan through her circumstances. Despite Naomi’s bitterness and her belief that God has turned against her, we see how Ruth’s loyalty and faithfulness become a crucial part of God’s greater purpose. Pastor Luke highlights how God’s plans often unfold in unexpected ways, using people and situations Naomi never could have anticipated. Even when we can’t see the full picture, God is at work, inviting us to trust Him and remain fai...
2025-03-1326 min
Meeting with God RadioHow To Misinterpret God’s Purposes For Your Life, Part AIn this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on Naomi’s painful misinterpretation of God’s purposes in her life, based on Ruth 1:6-22. Naomi’s bitterness and feelings of abandonment cause her to make premature judgments about God’s plan, focusing on her circumstances rather than His character. Pastor Luke reminds us that faith involves trusting God’s redemptive timing, even when prayers remain unanswered and we feel isolated. True faith is rooted in God’s character, not our own limited understanding of the situation.
2025-03-1226 min
Meeting with God RadioWhere is God in all this Mess? Part BIn part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack Naomi's story, focusing on the surprising ways God works in the midst of our pain. Though Naomi feels forsaken, God's providence is quietly at work behind the scenes, bringing redemption through the most unlikely people and circumstances. Pastor Luke reminds us that even when we can't see God's plan, His presence is always with us, weaving hope into the brokenness and leading us toward restoration. No matter how dark the journey may seem, God is faithful to bring light out of our deepest despair.
2025-03-1126 min
Meeting with God RadioWhere is God in all this Mess? Part AIn this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the profound challenges faced by Naomi in Ruth 1:1-5, 11-13, as she grapples with loss, despair, and a deep sense of abandonment by God. Life, for Naomi, spirals from bad to worse, leading her to question God's presence in the midst of her suffering. Brokenness can often lead to hopelessness, leaving us feeling bitter toward God. Yet, Pastor Luke brings encouragement by reminding us that brokenness is never the final chapter in God’s story—there is always more to the narrative, even when we can't see it.
2025-03-1026 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment in Mutual Ministry, Part BIn the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to challenge believers to embrace their calling in mutual ministry, diving deeper into how each of us can effectively use our God-given gifts to build up the body of Christ. With a focus on faithfulness and strength, he highlights the importance of serving with humility, ensuring that all we do brings glory to God. As we live out our roles within the community, Pastor Luke reminds us that our ultimate joy and purpose are found in glorifying God through every act of service and love.
2025-03-0726 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment in Mutual Ministry, Part AIn this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens urges believers to seize the moment for mutual ministry, highlighting the urgency of living with focused prayer, forgiving love, and a heart of gratitude. He emphasizes the call to use our unique gifts to serve others, reflecting God’s grace in all we do. With a relentless focus on bringing glory to God, Pastor Luke inspires us to minister with joy and purpose, creating a community that honors Christ through selfless service.
2025-03-0626 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment with a Willing Heart, Part BIn the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to challenge us to embrace God’s call to join Him in His eternal work. He emphasizes how, through the Holy Spirit, God equips and empowers us to use our unique gifts and talents for His kingdom. Pastor Luke encourages us to live with a heart of generosity and willingness, trusting that as we faithfully contribute to God’s purposes, He will use our efforts to bring about eternal blessing and fulfillment.
2025-03-0526 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment with a Willing Heart, Part AIn the first part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens encourages us to seize the moment with a willing heart, reflecting on the way God invited His people to partner with Him in the building of the tabernacle. He highlights how God redeems our struggles and uses us as instruments of His eternal work, filling us with His Spirit and empowering us to be a blessing. Pastor Luke calls believers to recognize God's provision through the generous and willing hearts of His people, inviting us to join in His grand purposes with readiness and joy.
2025-03-0426 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment with Urgency and Anticipation! Part BIn the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to emphasize the urgency and anticipation we should have in stewarding all that God has entrusted to us. He reminds us that living with faithful obedience now, in light of Christ’s return, is key to experiencing eternal joy. Pastor Luke challenges us to evaluate how we’re using our time, talents, and resources, urging us to invest in God’s kingdom with a sense of responsibility and a deep desire to hear, “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
2025-03-0326 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment with Urgency and Anticipation! Part AIn this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to seize the moment with urgency and anticipation, drawing from the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30. He calls listeners to recognize what God has entrusted to them, how they can respond with faithful stewardship, and the certainty of Christ's return and our personal accounting. Pastor Luke encourages us to live with a sense of urgency now, so we can experience the joy of unlimited reward when we stand before God.
2025-02-2826 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment in Prayer! Part BIn the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to challenge us to respond to Jesus’ call for laborers in the harvest. He underscores the power of prayer in aligning our hearts with God’s mission and how it moves us from passive concern to active participation. Pastor Luke encourages us to take the next step in faith, becoming the laborers we’ve prayed for, and to eagerly join in the work of sharing the gospel and meeting the needs of the lost with urgency and compassion.
2025-02-2726 min
Meeting with God RadioSeize This Moment in Prayer! Part APastor Luke Ahrens challenges us to seize the moment in prayer, drawing from Matthew 9:35-38. He emphasizes the importance of praying earnestly for laborers in the harvest, just as Jesus was moved with compassion for the lost. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to pray over the next 21 days, asking God to stir our hearts with a deep compassion for the lost, to feel the need for activated workers, and to fervently implore God to send out motivated laborers into His harvest.
2025-02-2626 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Power of Small Moments, Part BIn the second part of this message, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to highlight the profound impact of small moments in Philippians 4:21-23. He reflects on how small acts of kindness and brief exchanges can strengthen the body of Christ, fostering unity and deepening relationships. Pastor Luke encourages believers to recognize the eternal significance of even the simplest interactions, reminding us that every gesture, word, and connection can be a powerful expression of God's grace and love, ultimately pointing others to Christ.
2025-02-2526 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Power of Small Moments, Part AIn this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the power of small moments in Philippians 4:21-23, showing how seemingly insignificant greetings and connections can have a profound impact. He emphasizes that small greetings can lead to big reconciliation, small connections can bring big encouragement, and small conclusions can spark big beginnings. Pastor Luke reminds us that even small sentences, like the Apostle Paul’s closing words, can carry immense theological hope and remind us of the grace of Christ.
2025-02-2426 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Life-changing Impact of Gospel Partnership, Part BIn the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the transformative power of gospel partnership from Philippians 4:14-20. He emphasizes the role of God’s provision in partnership, reminding us that when we invest in the work of the gospel, God faithfully supplies all our needs. Pastor Luke encourages believers to view their contributions as fragrant offerings that bring glory to God, and challenges us to cultivate a heart that continually seeks the advancement of His kingdom through sacrificial partnership.
2025-02-2126 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Life-changing Impact of Gospel Partnership, Part AIn this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the life-changing impact of gospel partnership from Philippians 4:14-20. He shows how true gospel partnership thrives through gratitude, sharing in each other’s struggles, staying focused on Christ’s mission, and a passion for both giving and receiving. Pastor Luke challenges us to persevere in relational love, desire God’s best for one another, and inspire each other to bring glory to God through our shared efforts in the gospel.
2025-02-2026 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Secret of Contentment, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the secret of contentment from Philippians 4:10-13, focusing on how to live with peace and joy regardless of life’s ups and downs. He challenges listeners to cultivate a mindset of dependence on Christ, trusting that His strength equips us for every situation. Pastor Luke encourages us to move beyond self-reliance, embracing Christ’s power to face both abundance and hardship, leading to a deeper, more fulfilling contentment in Him.
2025-02-1926 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Secret of Contentment, Part AIn this episode of Meeting With God, Pastor Luke Ahrens begins a two-part exploration of Philippians 4:10-13, uncovering the secret of true contentment. He highlights how contentment is a learned process, empowered by Christ, and rooted in active dependence on His strength through all circumstances. Pastor Luke reveals that the key to contentment is embracing Christ's power to navigate both abundance and need, which ultimately leads to greater joy in Him.
2025-02-1826 min
Meeting with God RadioAlive In Christ, Part APastor Luke Ahrens delves into Philippians 1:1-6, highlighting the powerful truth that being "Alive in Christ" transforms every aspect of our lives. Pastor Ahrens emphasizes how our identity, reality, and mindset are shaped by our relationship with Jesus—finding our true identity in Him, living in the reality of our salvation, and cultivating joy and thanksgiving for fellow believers. With a focus on God's faithfulness, this episode reminds us that the good work God starts in us will be brought to completion.
2025-01-1526 minMeeting with God RadioHow Did The Bible Get To Us? Part AIn this first part of a two-part sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens explores the history of how the Bible was preserved and transmitted to us, highlighting key moments in its journey through history. From Moses writing the Law to Ezra's post-exilic reformation, and from the confirmation of Hebrew Scriptures by Jesus to the work of translators like Jerome and Tyndale, Pastor Ahrens illuminates how Scripture has been faithfully preserved. The episode also covers the role of textual criticism in restoring the Bible to its original form and emphasizes the theological importance of studying, applying, and teaching the Word of God...
2025-01-0926 minMeeting with God RadioHow To Find Spiritual Clarity and Confidence, Part BIn part two of this powerful sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens further examines how embracing biblical authority transforms our spiritual walk. By fully submitting to the word of God, believers gain the clarity and confidence needed to face life’s obstacles with unwavering faith. Pastor Ahrens also warns about the subtle ways that worldly influences can undermine biblical authority, leaving believers vulnerable. Ultimately, it is through a deep commitment to God’s truth that we find the strength to stand firm in our faith.
2025-01-0626 minMeeting with God RadioExperiencing Great Joy, Part APastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the profound message of joy from Luke 2:8-20, where the shepherds encounter the glory of God and the birth of Jesus Christ. Through six glorious gifts, Pastor Ahrens highlights the joy of experiencing God’s presence, hearing the good news of a personal Savior, and personally encountering Christ. Listeners are invited to reflect on the peaceful purposes of God, the call to share the gospel, and the overflowing joy that results from encountering Jesus. Join us for a powerful reminder of the great joy available to all who receive the good news.
2024-12-2626 minMeeting with God RadioLiving By Faith When I Am Confused, Part BIn the second part of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens highlights the importance of trusting God's plan, even when it’s difficult to comprehend. He reflects on how Jesus, though divine, chose to submit to His parents and grow in wisdom, setting an example of humility and obedience. Pastor Ahrens challenges believers to live with faith, embracing God's guidance even when the path is unclear. This message encourages us to rest in God's timing and trust that He is at work, even when we don’t see the whole picture.
2024-12-2326 minMeeting with God RadioLiving By Faith When I Am Confused, Part APastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the challenges of living by faith during times of confusion, drawing from the story of Jesus at twelve years old in the temple (Luke 2:39-52). He highlights how even Mary and Joseph, despite their deep faith, struggled to understand God's ways when faced with unexpected circumstances. Pastor Luke encourages believers to trust in God's timing and purpose, even when His plans are unclear. This episode challenges us to respond with faith, even in moments of uncertainty.
2024-12-2026 minMeeting with God RadioA Heart Fervently Waiting For Jesus, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens delves deeper into the prophetic words spoken by Simeon and Anna upon meeting Jesus in the temple. Drawing from Luke 2:29-38, he reflects on how their long-awaited encounter with the Messiah revealed God’s faithfulness and the universal scope of His salvation. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to examine their own anticipation of Christ’s return, challenging them to live with renewed hope and a deeper understanding of God’s promises fulfilled in Jesus.
2024-12-1926 minMeeting with God RadioOur Savior Is Here! Part BPastor Luke Ahrens continues to unpack the significance of Jesus' birth in Luke 2:21-40. He focuses on the faithful responses of Simeon and Anna, who recognized the Messiah and praised God for the fulfillment of His promises. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to reflect on the hope and peace that come through Christ, and how the birth of Jesus still calls us to respond in faith and worship today. This episode highlights the enduring power of God's revelation in Christ and the joy it brings to all who believe.
2024-12-1726 minMeeting with God RadioOur Savior Is Here! Part APastor Luke Ahrens reflects on the birth of Jesus as described in Luke 2:1-20. He highlights the miraculous arrival of the Savior in Bethlehem, the unexpected announcement to the shepherds, and the joy that followed. Pastor Luke draws attention to the significance of this event, emphasizing God's plan for salvation and the peace it brings to the world. This episode sets the stage for understanding the profound impact of Christ's birth on all who encounter it.
2024-12-1626 minMeeting with God RadioSeeing Mercy, Anticipating More, Part BIn part two of this sermon, Pastor Luke Ahrens unpacks Zechariah’s prophecy from Luke 1:56-80, focusing on the themes of salvation and peace. He highlights how God’s mercy not only rescues us but also offers forgiveness and guidance toward a righteous life. Pastor Luke encourages listeners to live in the light of God’s mercy, shaping their lives around His redemptive work as we look forward to the fulfillment of His promises. This episode invites us to trust in God's faithfulness and embrace the peace He offers.
2024-12-1326 minMeeting with God RadioSeeing Mercy, Anticipating More, Part APastor Luke Ahrens brings this message on the birth of John the Baptist, drawing from Luke 1:56-80. He reflects on God’s mercy revealed through the birth of John and Zechariah’s prophetic blessing. As Zechariah praises God's faithfulness, Pastor Luke challenges listeners to see mercy in their own lives and anticipate God’s greater work to come. This episode invites us to consider how we respond to God’s mercy and prepare for His unfolding plan.
2024-12-1226 minMeeting with God Radio9 Magnificent, Irreplaceable Gifts from God, Part APastor Luke Ahrens unpacks the profound message found in Luke 1:26-56, highlighting nine incredible gifts from God to humanity. Focusing on Mary’s obedience and the miraculous conception of Jesus, he emphasizes how fruitfulness in the life of a disciple matters deeply to God. Pastor Luke also ties together the relationship between prayer and fruitfulness, encouraging listeners to reflect on whether their own lives are bearing "much fruit" for God’s kingdom. What could that fruitfulness look like in your own walk with Christ?
2024-12-1026 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Essence and Implementation of Uncommon Community, Part BIn the second part of his sermon on uncommon community, Pastor Luke Ahrens continues exploring Ephesians 4:30-5:2, focusing on how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to live out grace-filled relationships. He delves deeper into what it means to "walk in love" as Christ did—sacrificially and intentionally—transforming our interactions with others. Pastor Ahrens challenges listeners to reflect on how the Spirit is working in their own hearts to foster a community that mirrors God's love and forgiveness. The message concludes with practical steps for cultivating this uncommon community in everyday life.
2024-11-2726 min
Life Between Two DitchesIntroducing Life Between Two DitchesAs a follower of Jesus Christ, the journey of faith can be messy. It can be complex, even confusing. Yet the Gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ, is full of hope and life. If you're asking—how do I apply the hope and grace and wisdom of scripture to my very messy, complex, confusing, even hard real life—then this podcast is for you!Hosted by Luke Ahrens, pastor of Vertical Church, Life Between Two Ditches will be a helpful tool in your faith journey as Pastor Luke shares his thoughts and has interesting, helpful, even insp...
2024-08-2802 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Gospel: A Call to Sow, Seek, and Celebrate, Part BPastor Luke Ahrens
Texts: Luke 8:4-15 & Luke 15:1-10
2024-06-0526 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Gospel: A Call to Sow, Seek, and Celebrate, Part APastor Luke Ahrens
Texts: Luke 8:4-15 & Luke 15:1-10
2024-06-0426 min
Meeting with God RadioEmbracing and Celebrating New Life! Part BPastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:11-32
Two Broken Sons
One Loving, Gracious, Forgiving Father
God invites you into new life and a celebration of cew life in Jesus Christ!
2023-09-1426 min
Meeting with God RadioEmbracing and Celebrating New Life! Part APastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:11-32
Two Broken Sons.
One Loving, Gracious, Forgiving Father.
God invites you into New Life and a Celebration of New Life in Jesus Christ!
2023-09-1226 min
Meeting with God RadioAre You Ready to Come Home? Part BPastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:11-19
Our sin disrupts and destroys relationships.
Our sinful choices result in painful consequences.
Painful consequences lead us toward godly grief or worldly grief.
Are you ready to come home?
2023-09-1126 min
Meeting with God RadioAre You Ready to Come Home? Part APastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:11-19
Our sin disrupts and destroys relationships.
Our sinful choices result in painful consequences.
Painful consequences lead us toward godly grief or worldly grief.
Are you ready to come home?
2023-09-0826 min
Meeting with God RadioWhat Sends Heaven into Celebration! Part BPastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:8-10
God’s Heart for Lost Sinners is marked by Concern, Urgency, and Outrageous Celebration.
Do you live an “as it is in Heaven” lifestyle?
Church Culture matters! Let’s become a church that is...
A safe place for Seekers to listen in and ask questions.
A welcoming place for Repenters to find hope, peace, and freedom in Christ.
A place filled with Searchers who intentionally pray for and seek out the Lost.
A place with Rejoicers who celebrate when the Lost are...
2023-09-0726 min
Meeting with God RadioWhat Sends Heaven into Celebration! Part APastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:8-10
God’s Heart for Lost Sinners is marked by Concern, Urgency, and Outrageous Celebration.
Do you live an “as it is in Heaven” lifestyle?
Church Culture matters! Let’s become a church that is...
a safe place for Seekers to listen in and ask questions;
a welcoming place for Repenters to find hope, peace, and freedom in Christ;
a place filled with searchers who intentionally pray for and seek out the Lost;
a place with rejoicers who celebrate when the Lost are...
2023-09-0726 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Heart of God Toward Lost Sinners, Part BPastor Luke APastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:1-7
God is deeply concerned about the Lost.
God is tender toward the Found.
God is full of joy when sinners repent—and He wants us to Rejoice with Him!
Application for Us:
What does God want me to set aside (Leave) so I can consistently pursue the Lost?
Where does God want me to Go in search of the Lost?
Who does God want me to search for?
2023-09-0526 min
Meeting with God RadioThe Heart of God Toward Lost Sinners, Part APastor Luke Ahrens
The Gospel of Luke | Lost. Found. Rejoice!
Text: Luke 15:1-7
God is deeply concerned about the Lost.
God is tender toward the Found.
God is full of joy when sinners repent—and He wants us to Rejoice with Him!
Application for Us:
What does God want me to set aside (leave) so I can consistently pursue the Lost?
Where does God want me to Go in search of the Lost?
Who does God want me to search for?
2023-09-0426 min
Vertical Church SermonsThree Prayers in Harvest Season - Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
June 11, 2023
2023-06-1143 min
Vertical Church SermonsA Month of Relentless Prayer - Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
June 4, 2023
2023-06-0444 min
Vertical Church SermonsCelebrating as a Masterpiece of God's Grace- Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
May 21, 2023
2023-05-2145 min
Vertical Church SermonsReflections on Five-Generation Faith - Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
May 14, 2023
2023-05-1442 min
Vertical Church SermonsRepentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: Part 3–God Stories- Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
April 30, 2023
2023-04-3041 min
Vertical Church SermonsRepentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: Part 2–Offendee -Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
April 23, 2023
2023-04-2346 min
Vertical Church SermonsRepentance, Forgiveness, and Reconciliation: Part 1–The Offender- Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
April 16, 2023
2023-04-1650 min
Vertical Church SermonsAn Easter Prayer- Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
April 9, 2023
2023-04-0946 min
Vertical Church SermonsFinding Joy in Beautiful Sovereignty- Pastor Luke AhrensVertical Church Columbus
Pastor Luke Ahrens
April 2, 2023
2023-04-0248 min
Connecting To HopeThe Songs of Christmas: Mary’s Song (Jared Ahrens)Luke 1:30-33, Luke 1:46-55, Micah 5:2
2021-12-0500 minConnecting To HopeAll the Broken People intro (Jared Ahrens)Romans 3:10, Romans 3:23, Luke 5:27-32, Luke 4:18, 2 Corinthians 4:7
2021-08-2200 min2019-10-2027 min
Stay Paid PodcastInterview with Nick Ahrens: How to Use Social Media to Capture ReferralsWe all know how important utilizing social media is for any industry. But, what about for a first-year real estate agent? If you ask top producing California real estate agent, Nick Ahrens, it's extremely important. On today's episode of Stay Paid, Josh and Luke sit down with special guest Ahrens as he shares his secrets for capturing referrals through social media. Follow Our Guest: Nick Ahrens Facebook: Nick Ahrens Realestate Instagram: Nick Ahrens Realestate Visit our website to get more resources and back episodes! https://remindermedia.com/podcast/ Follow...
2018-09-2832 min