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Spirit of JoyNovember 30, 2025Daniel 3:1, 8–30 (CEB) King Nebuchadnezzar builds a huge gold statue and commands everyone to worship it. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse because they worship only God. They are reported to the king, who angrily throws them into a blazing furnace. God protects them, and they are seen walking unharmed inside the fire with a fourth figure who looks divine. They come out without even smelling like smoke. The king praises their God and decrees that no one speak against Him, honoring their faith and delivering the three men.
2025-12-0318 minSpirit of JoyNovember 23, 2025Jeremiah sends a letter from God to the Israelites living in exile in Babylon. God tells them to settle there—build homes, plant gardens, marry, and seek the peace and well-being of the city where they now live, because their own peace is tied to it. God assures them that the exile will last seventy years, but afterward He will bring them back. These verses include the promise that God has plans for their welfare and not harm, to give them a future and hope. When they seek Him wholeheartedly, He will listen, gather them, and restore them to th...
2025-11-2615 minSpirit of JoySunday, November 16Isaiah 9:1–7 - A light will shine on people in darkness, bringing joy and freedom. A child will be born who will be our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. His peaceful kingdom will last forever.
2025-11-2017 minSpirit of JoyNovember 9, 2025 Amos 1:1-2: Amos, a prophet from Tekoa, announces God's coming judgment on Israel and the surrounding nations, declaring that the Lord's voice is like a roaring lion against sin. Amos 5:14-24: God calls His people to seek good, live justly, and practice righteousness. He rejects mere religious rituals and emphasizes that true worship is shown through justice, integrity, and ethical living.
2025-11-1717 minSpirit of JoyNovember 2, 202051 Kings 19:1-18: Elijah, discouraged and fearing for his life, flees to the wilderness. God strengthens him with food and rest, and on Mount Horeb, reveals that His presence comes not in dramatic events but in a gentle whisper, reassuring Elijah he is not alone.
2025-11-1017 minSpirit of JoySunday, October 261 Kings 5:1–5 These verses describe how King Solomon prepared to build the Temple for the Lord. Hiram, king of Tyre, who had been a friend of David, sent his servants to Solomon to show goodwill. Solomon explained that his father David could not build a temple for God because of the wars he faced, but now, since the kingdom was at peace, Solomon planned to build it as the Lord had promised. 1 Kings 8:1–13 This passage recounts the dedication of the completed Temple. Solomon gathered Israel's leaders to bring the Ark of the Covenant from the City of D...
2025-11-0429 minSpirit of JoySunday, October 19, 2025 1 Samuel 16:1–13 (Summary): God tells Samuel to stop mourning for Saul and go to Bethlehem to anoint a new king from Jesse's sons. Samuel obeys and meets Jesse and his sons. One by one, Jesse's older sons pass before Samuel, but God rejects them all, reminding Samuel that "the Lord looks at the heart, not outward appearance." Finally, Jesse calls his youngest son, David, who is tending sheep. God tells Samuel, "He is the one." Samuel anoints David, and the Spirit of the Lord comes powerfully upon him from that day onward.
2025-10-2116 minSpirit of JoyOctober 12, 20251 Samuel 3:1–21 tells the story of God calling the young Samuel. At that time, messages from God were rare, and Samuel was serving under Eli in the temple. One night, God called Samuel three times, but Samuel thought it was Eli calling him. When Eli realized it was the Lord, he told Samuel to respond, "Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening." God then revealed to Samuel that He would bring judgment on Eli's family for their disobedience. Samuel faithfully shared the message, and from then on, he became known throughout Israel as a true prophet of the Lord.
2025-10-2021 minSpirit of JoyOctober 5, 2025Exodus 16:1–18 shows how God provided manna and quail to feed the Israelites in the wilderness. Each person gathered just enough for the day, teaching them to trust God's daily provision.
2025-10-0823 minSpirit of JoySunday, September 28Exodus 2:23–3:15 – God hears the cries of the Israelites in Egypt. He appears to Moses in a burning bush and calls him to lead His people out of slavery. God reveals His name as "I AM WHO I AM." Exodus 4:10–17 – Moses hesitates, saying he's not a good speaker. God assures him but allows Aaron, his brother, to help as his spokesperson.
2025-09-3023 minSpirit of JoySunday, September 21Genesis 27:1–4, 15–23 – Jacob, with Rebekah's help, tricks his blind father Isaac into giving him the blessing meant for Esau. Genesis 28:10–17 – While fleeing, Jacob dreams of a ladder to heaven. God appears and promises him land, descendants, and His presence. Jacob names the place Bethel.
2025-09-3017 minSpirit of JoySunday, September 7th 2025Genesis 1:1–2:3 tells how God created the world in six days—light, sky, land, plants, stars, animals, and humans—and rested on the seventh. Each part of creation was declared good, and the seventh day was blessed as holy
2025-09-1123 minSpirit of JoyAugust 31, 2025 Revelation 21:1–7 and 22:1–7, 16–17, 20 describe God's promise of a new heaven and new earth where He will dwell with His people. There will be no more pain or death, and all things will be made new. The river of life and tree of life symbolize healing and eternal life. Jesus declares He is coming soon, and all are invited to receive the water of life freely. The response is: "Amen. Come, Lord Jesus."
2025-09-0924 minSpirit of JoySunday, August 24Genesis 2:4b – 3:8 God creates Adam and Eve and places them in the Garden of Eden, forbidding them to eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil. A serpent tempts Eve, she eats the fruit and gives some to Adam. Their eyes are opened, they realize they are naked, and hide from God in shame.
2025-08-2617 minSpirit of JoyAugust 17, 2025Genesis 1:1 – 2:4a describes the biblical account of creation. In six days, God creates the universe: light and darkness, sky and sea, land and vegetation, the sun, moon, and stars, birds and sea creatures, land animals, and finally, humans—male and female—in His image. On the seventh day, God rests, blessing and sanctifying it. This passage emphasizes God's power, order, and intentional design in creation. Note- The sermon for Sunday, August 10th was not uploaded due to some technical errors.
2025-08-2016 minSpirit of JoySunday, August 3Revelation 12:18–14:3 describes a dramatic spiritual battle: Satan (the dragon) empowers two beasts—one from the sea (symbolizing political power) and one from the earth (false religion or deceptive authority)—to deceive and dominate the world, demanding worship and persecuting believers. In contrast, chapter 14 opens with a vision of the Lamb (Jesus) standing on Mount Zion with 144,000 faithful followers who remained pure and loyal, marked by God's name and singing a new heavenly song. It highlights the contrast between allegiance to evil and faithfulness to God. Note- The sermon for Sunday, July 27th was not uploaded due to...
2025-08-0621 minSpirit of JoySunday, July 20Revelation 7:1–4 Four angels hold back destruction on earth until God's servants (144,000 from the tribes of Israel) are sealed for protection. Revelation 7:9–10 A great, countless crowd from all nations stands before God's throne, wearing white robes and praising Him for salvation. Revelation 7:13–17 One of the elders explains that the people in white robes are those who endured great suffering. God will shelter them, and they will never hunger, thirst, or suffer again—He will wipe away every tear. Revelation 8:1 When the seventh seal is opened, there is silence in heaven for abou...
2025-07-2219 minSpirit of JoyJuly 13, 2025 - Summer SeriesGod sends Jeremiah to a potter's house, where he sees the potter reshape a spoiled pot. God explains that He is like the potter, with power to shape nations. If a nation turns from evil, He will relent from judgment; if it turns to evil, He will withhold blessing. God urges Judah to repent, warning of coming disaster if they refuse.
2025-07-1620 minSpirit of JoyJuly 6, 2025 - Summer SeriesRevelation 4:1-2, 6b-11 John sees God's throne in heaven, surrounded by worshipping creatures and elders who praise God as holy and the Creator of all. Revelation 5:1-12 A scroll can only be opened by the Lamb (Jesus), who is worshipped by heaven and earth for His sacrifice and worthiness.
2025-07-1620 minSpirit of JoySunday, June 29 Revelation 3:14–22 This passage is a message to the church in Laodicea. Jesus rebukes them for being "lukewarm"—neither hot nor cold—and warns that He will "spit them out." Though they think they are rich and need nothing, He tells them they are spiritually poor and blind. Jesus urges them to repent, invites them to open the door to Him, and promises that those who overcome will share His throne.
2025-07-0117 minSpirit of JoyJune 22, 2025 - Summer SeriesIn John 21:1–19, the risen Jesus appears to His disciples by the Sea of Tiberias. He helps them miraculously catch fish and shares a meal with them. Jesus then restores Peter by asking three times, "Do you love me?" and calls him to care for His followers.
2025-06-2316 minSpirit of JoySunday, June 15Revelation 1:1–20 John receives a vision from Jesus to share with seven churches. He sees Christ in glory, standing among lampstands, holding stars—symbolizing His power and presence with the churches. Note: We do not have audio for Sunday, June 8th, as the sermon did not record correctly that day. We apologize for any inconvenience
2025-06-1722 minSpirit of JoySunday, June 1Galatians 3:23–29 – Paul explains that before Christ, the law acted like a guardian, but now through faith in Jesus, all believers are God's children. There's no difference between Jew or Greek, slave or free, male or female—all are one in Christ.
2025-06-0305 minSpirit of JoySunday, May 25Galatians 1:13–18 – Paul talks about his past as a zealous persecutor of the church, his dramatic conversion, and how he did not consult others right away but spent years in Arabia and Damascus before meeting the apostles. Galatians 2:11–21 – Paul recounts confronting Peter for acting hypocritically by separating from Gentile believers. He emphasizes that people are justified by faith in Jesus Christ, not by following the law.
2025-06-0320 minSpirit of JoyMay 18,2025 - Sunday 9:30 AMIn this passage, the early Church faces a major debate: must Gentile believers follow the law of Moses, especially circumcision, to be saved? Paul and Barnabas travel to Jerusalem to consult with the apostles and elders. After much discussion, Peter reminds the assembly that God gave the Holy Spirit to the Gentiles just as He did to the Jews, showing no distinction. James then affirms that God's plan includes the Gentiles, quoting the prophets to support this inclusion. The Church agrees: salvation is through grace, not by following the law.
2025-05-1918 minSpirit of JoyMay 11,2025 - 9:30 AMGod tells Elijah to go to Zarephath, where a poor widow will care for him during a famine. Though she has only a handful of flour and a little oil left, she obeys Elijah's request to make him bread. Because of her faith and obedience, God miraculously ensures her flour and oil never run out.
2025-05-1210 minSpirit of JoyMay 4,2025 - Sunday - 9:30AMStephen, addressing the Sanhedrin, recounts Israel's history, emphasizing God's presence beyond the temple and the people's repeated rejection of God's messengers. He accuses the leaders of resisting the Holy Spirit and betraying and murdering the Righteous One (Jesus). Enraged, they drag him out of the city and stone him. As he dies, Stephen sees a vision of Jesus standing at God's right hand and prays for his killers, echoing Jesus' own words of forgiveness.
2025-05-0716 minSpirit of JoySunday, April 27In this episode, Dave talks about two disciples who meet the risen Jesus on the road to Emmaus and only recognize Him in the breaking of the bread—a reminder that Jesus walks with us, even when we don't see Him.
2025-04-3020 minSpirit of JoySunday, April 20In this episode, we reflect on Luke 24:1–12, the powerful account of the empty tomb. As the women discover Jesus has risen, confusion turns to wonder and disbelief gives way to hope. Join us as we explore the first moments of the Resurrection and what it means for us today.
2025-04-2916 minSpirit of JoyApril 13, 2025 - Palm SundayPastor David Ryder preaches on Luke 19: 29-44, the story of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, and the message that we cannot earn God's favor, but we are invited to participate in what God is doing.
2025-04-2215 minSpirit of JoyApril 6, 2025 - Fifth Sunday in LentPastor David Ryder preaches on Luke 18: 18-30, the story of the rich ruler, and the message of considering what we would give up to follow Christ.
2025-04-2220 minSpirit of JoyMarch 30, 2025 - Fourth Sunday in LentPastor David Ryder preaches on Luke 16: 19-31, the story of the rich man and Lazarus, and the message that we are invited to live for Jesus and to experience glimpses of heaven now.
2025-04-1017 minSpirit of JoyMarch 23, 2025 - Third Sunday in LentGuest preacher Bekah Boatwright from Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp preaches on Luke 15: 1-32, the parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal and his brother, and the message that God is with us no matter what chapter we are in.
2025-03-2515 minSpirit of JoyMarch 16, 2025 - Second Sunday in LentPastor David Ryder preaches on Luke 13: 1-9, 31-35 - the parable of the fig tree and the lament over Jerusalem - and shares the message that bad things do not happen to us as a result of some cosmic punishment for our actions. God knows our failings and still loves us unconditionally and offers us grace and redemption. Note: We do not have audio for Sunday, March 9, as the sermon did not record correctly that day. We apologize for any inconvenience.
2025-03-1918 minSpirit of JoyMarch 2, 2025 - Temple Talk #6Enjoy our moving last story of generosity and inspirational giving for our capital campaign: The Next 40 Years. This special story of invitation, welcome, and friendship comes from high school seniors and long-time Spirit of Joy members Allen Zwicke and Elijah Ryder. Listen to the end for a special outro from 10 year-old Elijah!
2025-03-0603 minSpirit of JoyMarch 2, 2025 - TransfigurationPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Luke 9: 28-45, the story of the transfiguration of Jesus and his healing of a young boy with an unclean spirit. He discusses our fidelity to the way of the cross regardless of external circumstances.
2025-03-0620 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 23, 2025 - Temple Talk #5We have been hearing different stories of generosity and inspirational giving from members of our community as part of The Next 40 Years: Welcoming the Future, our capital campaign. Our fifth Temple Talk comes from the F3 Generosity train and Jill Raney, who shares thoughts about the endless and unimaginable possibilities God provides.
2025-02-2505 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 23, 2025 - Seventh Sunday after EpiphanyGuest pastor Ron Bockhaus preaches on Luke 7: 36-50, the story of the sinful woman forgiven, and the message of examining our willingness to have compassion for those whom we may typically judge.
2025-02-2527 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 16, 2025 - Temple Talk #4We have been hearing different stories of generosity and inspirational giving from members of our community as part of The Next 40 Years: Welcoming the Future, our capital campaign. Our fourth Temple Talk comes from Donna Walsh, who shares a thought-provoking and inspirational moment - about a sandwich, no less! - that changed the way she thought about giving.
2025-02-2108 min2025-02-2120 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 9, 2025 - Temple Talk #3Over the next few weeks, we will hear different stories of generosity and inspirational giving from our congregation during Sunday worship as part of The Next 40 Years: Welcoming the Future, our capital campaign. Our third Temple Talk comes from Rick Schleusener, who shares a moving and beautiful picture of his son, Christian, and Christian's experiences with Spirit of Joy.
2025-02-1207 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 9, 2025 - Fifth Sunday after EpiphanyGuest preacher Lauren Gouldey from Lutheran Campus Ministries (LuMin) preaches on Luke 5: 1-11, the story of Jesus calling the first disciples, and the message of honoring our call to spread love and healing in the name of Jesus.
2025-02-1210 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 2, 2025 - Temple Talk #2Over the next several weeks, we will hear different stories of generosity and inspirational giving from our congregation during Sunday morning worship as part of The Next 40 Years: Welcoming the Future, our capital campaign. Our second Temple Talk comes from KarenAnn Weingartner, as she shares a life-changing and inspirational story of witnessing generosity.
2025-02-0507 min2025-02-0519 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 26, 2025 - Temple Talk #1Over the next six weeks, we will hear different stories of generosity and inspirational giving from our congregation during Sunday morning worship as part of The Next 40 Years: Welcoming the Future, our capital campaign. Enjoy this first Temple Talk from Zach Dickerhoff about his experiences with generosity and faith.
2025-01-3002 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 26, 2025 - Third Sunday after EpiphanyPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Luke 6: 1-16, the declaration that Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath and the story of the man with the withered hand, and the message that we are called to engage in a dynamic relationship with an incomprehensible God rather than follow a strict set of moral codes.
2025-01-3017 minSpirit of JoySunday, January 19, 2025 - Second Sunday after EpiphanyPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Luke 4: 14-30, the sermon at Nazareth, and the message of the wideness of God's mercy and the call to engage in intentional relationships.
2025-01-3015 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 12, 2025 - Baptism of our LordPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Luke 3: 1-22, the story of the proclamation of John the Baptist and the baptism of Jesus, and a discussion of how we are called to give with a joyful heart.
2025-01-1524 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 5, 2025 - Second Sunday of ChristmasPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Luke 2: 41-52, the story of the boy Jesus in the temple, and the message that we can know and love God without fully comprehending everything about him. Note: We did not have audio for Sunday, December 22, 2024 as the mics were not working properly that day. There was no message on Sunday, December 29, 2024, because we hosted our Lessons and Carols service. We apologize for any inconvenience. Spirit of Joy has once again been featured on Feedspot's list of the top 35 podcasts in Fort Collins, Colorado. Click the link here to see...
2025-01-0814 minSpirit of JoyDecember 15, 2024 - Third Sunday of AdventPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Isaiah 61: 1-11, a passage about the good news of deliverance, and the message that restoration is coming in the birth of Christ and that we are called to be agents of hope as we wait. Note: Audio for the pastor's sermon on December 8 recorded incorrectly. We apologize for any inconvenience.
2024-12-1717 minSpirit of JoyDecember 1, 2024 - First Sunday of AdventPastor David Ryder preaches on Daniel 6: 6-27, the story of Daniel in the lions' den, and the message of remaining steadfast in faith despite external obstacles or threats.
2024-12-0415 minSpirit of JoyNovember 24, 2024 - Christ the King SundayGuest pastor Bekah Boatwright from Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp preaches on Jeremiah 36: 1-8, 21-23, and 27-28, the story of the scroll read in the temple, Jehoiakim's burning of the scroll, and Jeremiah's dictation of a second scroll, and the message that in our journeys with Christ, we may sometimes lead, follow, or be carried, but we are never alone.
2024-11-2618 minSpirit of JoyNovember 17, 2024 - Twenty-sixth Sunday after PentecostPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Isaiah 6: 1-8, Isaiah's vision of the Lord and commission from the Lord, and the message of how we are called to be transformed by God.
2024-11-2019 minSpirit of JoyNovember 10, 2024 - Twenty-fifth Sunday after PentecostPastor Dave preaches on Jonah 2:10-4:11, the story of the conversion of Ninevah and Jonah's anger and God's reprove of him. He asks whether we draw boundaries about who should be in and out of God's grace and shares the message that the people we most disagree with are not outside of God's love.
2024-11-1317 minSpirit of JoyNovember 3, 2024 - All Saints' SundayPastor Dave preaches on 1 Kings 17: 1-24, the story of the widow of Zarephath and Elijah reviving her son, and the message of the promise of God's redemption and renewal.
2024-11-0620 minSpirit of JoyOctober 27, 2024 - Reformation SundayGuest pastor Russell Brown preaches on 1 Kings 5: 1-5; 8: 27-30, 41-43, Solomon's prayer of dedication to the temple, and a discussion on how we access and commune with the living God.
2024-10-3025 minSpirit of JoyOctober 20, 2024 - 22nd Sunday after PentecostPastor David Ryder preaches on 2 Samuel 7: 1-17, the story of God's covenant with David, and the message of opening ourselves to God when facing discernment and decisions.
2024-10-2118 minSpirit of JoyOctober 13, 2024 - 21st Sunday after PentecostPastor David Ryder preaches on 1 Samuel 1: 9-11, 19-20; and 2: 1-10, the story of the birth of Samuel to Hannah and Hannah's prayer. He discusses coping with unanswered prayer and how Christ redeems pain, loss, and suffering and walks beside us in our grief.
2024-10-2118 minSpirit of JoyOctober 6, 2024 - 20th Sunday after PentecostPastor David Ryder preaches on Exodus 32: 1-14, the story of the golden calf, and invites us into a discussion of idolatry and insecurity in faith and religion and the message of self-sacrifice for the good of the other.
2024-10-0822 minSpirit of JoySeptember 29, 2024 - 19th Sunday after PentecostPastor David Ryder preaches on Exodus 12: 3-13 and 13: 3-8, the story of the first Passover being initiated and the festival of unleavened bread, and the message of being called to remember who we are in Christ and remember what beliefs are at the heart of our rituals.
2024-10-0216 minSpirit of JoySeptember 22, 2024 - 18th Sunday after PentecostPastor David Ryder preaches on Genesis 50: 15-21, the story of Joseph forgiving his brothers, and the message of the radical lesson that Christ teaches us in forgiving and loving our enemies.
2024-09-2517 minSpirit of JoySeptember 15, 2024 - 17th Sunday after PentecostPastor David Ryder preaches on Genesis 15: 1-6, the story of God's covenant with Abram, and the message of being open to what God is doing even when we don't understand it.
2024-09-2420 minSpirit of JoySeptember 8, 2024 - Sixteenth Sunday after PentecostPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Genesis 3: 1-8, the story of the first sin and its punishment. He discusses characters in C. S. Lewis's The Great Divorce and the things we cling to which alienate us from God, and the grace and love that God extends to us anyway.
2024-09-1119 minSpirit of JoySeptember 1, 2024 - Summer SeriesPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Proverbs 9: 1-12, a passage about the feast wisdom lays, and a discussion of change occurring within loving relationships and how wisdom contributes the way we love one another.
2024-09-0317 minSpirit of JoyAugust 25, 2024 - Summer SeriesPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Ecclesiastes 3: 1-15, a passage about everything having its own time, and he discusses the differences between chronos time and kairos time (or chronogical time versus the cyclical nature of seasons) and the idea of toiling with joy and trust in the Lord.
2024-08-2819 minSpirit of JoyAugust 18, 2024 - Summer SeriesPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Proverbs 8: 1-11, 22-36, a passage on the gifts of wisdom and on wisdom's role in creation, and the message of the role of cultivating wisdom through Christ in our faith.
2024-08-1921 minSpirit of JoyAugust 11, 2024 - Summer SeriesPastor Paul Ryder returns from sabbatical and preaches on Isaiah 25: 6-10a, a passage of praises for deliverance from oppression. He preaches on the message of enjoying the fruits of life with which God has blessed us.
2024-08-1218 minSpirit of JoyAugust 4, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest pastor Paul Judson preaches on Acts 16: 22-30, the story of Paul and Silas in prison, and the message of loving our neighbors no matter how much we may disagree.
2024-08-0518 minSpirit of JoyJuly 28, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest pastor Paul Judson preaches on Acts 1: 6-11, the story of the ascension of Jesus, and the message of whether we consider ourselves students of Jesus (disciples) or messengers left after his resurrection (apostles).
2024-07-2912 minSpirit of JoyJuly 21, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest pastor Russell Brown preaches on Acts 11: 19-26, a passage regarding the Church in Antioch. Using the testimony of a charter member of Spirit of Joy (Julie Schleusener) and a brand-new member of Spirit of Joy (Patrick Raney), he discusses the question, "Why this Church?"
2024-07-2228 minSpirit of JoyJuly 14, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest pastor Dave Pederson preaches on Mark 6: 14-29, the story of the death of John the Baptist, and the message that in all circumstances, we can take comfort in the fact that God is in control.
2024-07-1718 minSpirit of JoyJuly 7, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest pastor Russell Brown preaches on Matthew 18: 10-14, the parable of the lost sheep. He discusses the question, "Why the church?" or "If my goal is to follow Jesus, why belong to a church at all?"
2024-07-1725 minSpirit of JoyJune 30, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest pastor Russell Brown preaches on 1 Peter 3: 13-16a, a passage about living hope, and he discusses the question, "Why Jesus?" or "Why do we still choose to follow Jesus in a culture of mass disaffection with Christianity?" Note: Unfortunately, there is no audio from Sunday, June 23 as the audio did not record properly that day. We apologize for any inconvenience.
2024-07-1724 minSpirit of JoyJune 16, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest pastor Dave Pederson preaches on Mark 4: 26-34, the parable of the growing seed and the parable of the mustard seed, and the message of trusting in faith because God completes all. Wow! The Spirit of Joy sermon podcast is currently featured on Feedspot's list of the top 35 podcasts in Fort Collins! Click here to see to the list: https://podcasts.feedspot.com/fort_collins_podcasts/
2024-06-1919 minSpirit of JoyJune 9, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest preacher Dave Pederson preaches on Mark 3: 20-35, the story of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and Jesus' mother and brothers, and the message of how Jesus has plundered you from Satan by way of the forgiveness of all sins.
2024-06-1218 minSpirit of JoyJune 2, 2024 - Summer SeriesGuest preacher Dave Pederson preaches on Mark 2: 23 - 3:6, a passage about Jesus being the Lord of the Sabbath and the story of the man with the withered hand, and the message of how Jesus offers wholeness, rest, relief, and forgiveness.
2024-06-1219 minSpirit of JoyMay 26, 2024 - Summer SeriesPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Genesis 2: 1-3, the story of God resting after the creation, and the message of precisely how God filled and gave shape to the formless void, and the practice of Sabbath and rest.
2024-06-1218 min2024-06-1218 minSpirit of JoyMay 12, 2024 - Youth SundayOne of our Spirit of Joy youth - Allen Zwicke - preaches for Youth Sunday on 1 Peter 1: 3-9, a passage about living hope, and the message of patience, dedication, and diligence in faith.
2024-06-0508 minSpirit of JoyMay 5, 2024 - Sixth Sunday of EasterPastor Dave Ryder preaches on 1 Thessalonians 1: 1-10, a passage about the Thessalonians' faith and example, and the message of faith being made known and gratitude for the ministries and individuals of Spirit of Joy.
2024-06-0518 minSpirit of JoyApril 28, 2024 - Fifth Sunday of EasterPastor Dave preaches on 1 Corinthians 1: 10-18, a passage about divisions in the church, and the message of Christians being one across different traditions.
2024-06-0519 minSpirit of JoyApril 21, 2024 - Confirmation SundayPastor Dave Ryder preaches on Acts 3: 1-10, the story of Peter healin g a crippled beggar, and the message of our invitation into loving all people and participating in what God is doing in the world today.
2024-06-0517 minSpirit of JoyApril 14, 2024 - Third Sunday of EasterGuest speaker Brian Larson speaks on Ephesians 6: 10-19 and shares his powerful testimony on God's presence in his journey to sobriety.
2024-04-1717 minSpirit of JoyApril 7, 2024 - Second Sunday of EasterPastor Dave preaches on Acts 1: 1-14, the story of the promise of the Holy Spirit and the ascension of Jesus, and the message of the promises God invites us to participate in through baptism.
2024-04-1615 minSpirit of JoyMarch 31, 2024 - Easter SundayPastor Dave preaches on Mark 16: 1-8, the resurrection, and the message that the victory of the empty tomb is for all of us, despite our flaws and failures.
2024-04-1612 minSpirit of JoyMarch 24, 2024 - Palm SundayPastor Dave preaches on Mark 11: 1-11, the story of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem and the way Jesus challenges us to give up our illusions.
2024-04-0317 minSpirit of JoyMarch 17, 2024 - Fifth Sunday in LentGuest preacher and Executive Director of Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp Lori Bode preaches on Mark 13: 1-8, 24-37, the story of the destruction of the temple foretold, and the message of destruction leading to new life and new beginnings.
2024-03-2013 minSpirit of JoyMarch 10, 2024 - Fourth Sunday in LentPastor Dave preaches on Mark 12: 28-44, the story of the first commandment and the widow's offering, and the message of practicing unselfish love.
2024-03-2021 minSpirit of JoyMarch 3, 2024 - Third Sunday in LentPastor Dave preaches on Mark 12: 1-17, the parable of the wicked tenants and the question about paying taxes, and the message of not being our own, but God's.
2024-03-0418 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 25, 2024 - Second Sunday in LentPastor Dave preaches on Mark 10: 32-52, Jesus foretelling his death and resurrection, the request of James and John, and the healing of blind Bartimaeus, and the message of asking ourselves what we cling to and whether and how we truly desire to walk in the way of Jesus.
2024-03-0416 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 18, 2024 - First Sunday in LentGuest preacher Russell Brown preaches on Mark 10: 17-31, the story of the rich man, and the message of asking ourselves what we put on the throne of our lives instead of God. Note: Unfortunately, we do not have audio for Lauren Gouldey's sermon on February 11 as the mics were not working properly that day. We apologize for any inconvenience.
2024-02-2021 minSpirit of JoyFebruary 4, 2024 - Fifth Sunday after EpiphanyPastor Dave preaches on Mark 6: 1-29, the mission of the twelve disciples and the death of John the Baptist and our call to participation with God.
2024-02-2019 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 28, 2024 - Fourth Sunday after EpiphanyPastor Dave preaches on Mark 5: 21-43, the story of a girl restored to life and a woman healed, and the message of how the restoration Jesus offers extends across all boundaries.
2024-01-2917 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 21, 2024 - Third Sunday after EpiphanyPastor Dave preaches on Mark 2: 1-22, the stories of Jesus healing a paralytic, calling Levi, and discussing fasting, and the message of welcoming all.
2024-01-2220 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 14, 2024 - Second Sunday after EpiphanyPastor Dave preaches on Mark 1: 29-45, the story of Jesus healing at Simon's house and cleansing a leper, and the message of the meaning of worship and stewardship and using your blessings to serve others.
2024-01-2219 minSpirit of JoyJanuary 7, 2024 - The Baptism of the LordPastor Dave preaches on Mark 1: 1-20, the baptism of Jesus and Jesus calling the first disciples, and the message of baptism as the beginning of becoming the people of God.
2024-01-2223 minSpirit of JoyDecember 24, 2023 - Fourth Sunday of AdventPastor Dave preaches on Luke 1: 57-66, the story of the birth of John the Baptist, and the message of engaging in routine versus practicing truly expectant hope for the miracles of God.
2024-01-0214 minSpirit of JoyDecember 17, 2023 - Third Sunday of AdventGuest preacher Sonja Pancoast preaches on Ezra 1: 1-4; 3: 1-4, 10-14, the story of worship being restored at Jerusalem, and the message of homecoming in Christ.
2024-01-0216 minSpirit of JoyDecember 10, 2023 - Second Sunday of AdventPastor Dave preaches on Isaiah 40: 1-11, a passage about God's people being comforted, and the message of God's promise of restoration and comfort for us, and responding to that promise with generosity.
2023-12-1119 minSpirit of JoyDecember 3, 2023 - First Sunday of AdventPastor Dave preaches on Jeremiah 33: [10-11] 14-18, a passage on the promise of the coming Messiah, and the message that God promises restoration and hope even in seasons of struggle.
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