Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd Every Sunday we gather as a family of faith to declare the wonders of God by singing songs of worship A Life-Changing Community on mission for Christ.

Aug 30th,10am -"Lord of The Sabbath" Mathew 12:1-14Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu
08/31/2026

Aug 30th,10am -"Lord of The Sabbath" Mathew 12:1-14
Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu

Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu

Aug 30th,8am -"Lord of The Sabbath" Mathew 12:1-14Rev Dr. Ebassa Berhanu
08/31/2026

Aug 30th,8am -"Lord of The Sabbath" Mathew 12:1-14
Rev Dr. Ebassa Berhanu

Rev Dr. Ebassa Berhanu

Aug 23rd,10am -"Rest for the Weary" Mathew 11:25-30Mark Wiedenmann
08/24/2026

Aug 23rd,10am -"Rest for the Weary" Mathew 11:25-30
Mark Wiedenmann

Mark Wiedenmann

Aug 23rd,10am -"Rest For The Weary" Mathew 11:25-30Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu
08/24/2026

Aug 23rd,10am -"Rest For The Weary" Mathew 11:25-30
Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu

Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu

"Anxiety & Trust" Mark Lilien on Matthew 6:25-34 May 31, 2026Worry and anxiety seem to be everywhere in today's world. F...
08/19/2026

"Anxiety & Trust" Mark Lilien on Matthew 6:25-34 May 31, 2026
Worry and anxiety seem to be everywhere in today's world. From finances and family concerns to uncertainty about the future, it can feel overwhelming at times. In this message, Mark Lillian explores Jesus' powerful teaching in Matthew 6 and reveals how God's answer to anxiety is found in trust, faith, and a kingdom-focused perspective.

Through biblical examples such as Elijah and John the Baptist, we see that even great heroes of faith struggled with fear, doubt, and discouragement. Yet God faithfully met them where they were and reminded them to trust Him. Jesus calls us to stop living in regret, stop obsessing over tomorrow, and instead seek first the Kingdom of God.

Whether you're battling stress, anxiety, worry, or uncertainty, this message offers hope, encouragement, and practical biblical wisdom for finding peace in God's presence.

Key Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Highlights:

~Why anxiety is so prevalent today
~Trusting God instead of material security
~Lessons from the birds and flowers
~Overcoming regret and "what might have been"
~Seeking God's Kingdom first
~Elijah, John the Baptist, and overcoming fear
~Finding peace in God's faithful care
~Trusting God as the Pilot of your life

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Worry and anxiety seem to be everywhere in today's world. From fina...

"Love for Enemies" Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu on Matthew 5:43-48 May 17, 2026How do we obey one of Jesus' most difficult co...
08/19/2026

"Love for Enemies" Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu on Matthew 5:43-48 May 17, 2026
How do we obey one of Jesus' most difficult commands: “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you”?

In this powerful message from Matthew 5:43-48, we explore Christ's radical call to love beyond our comfort zones, reject hatred, and reflect the character of our Heavenly Father. Jesus does not merely ask us to love those who love us back. He calls believers to extend mercy, pray for persecutors, and demonstrate a supernatural love that can only come through the transforming work of the Holy Spirit.

This message reminds us that salvation is by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Loving our enemies is not about earning God's favor. Rather, it is the evidence of a life being transformed by the Gospel.

In a world divided by politics, social media outrage, hostility, and cancel culture, Jesus calls His Church to stand apart by displaying a love that mirrors the mercy He first showed us on the cross.

Key Themes:

~Loving your enemies
~Praying for those who persecute you
~Grace vs. works
~Christian discipleship
~Sanctification and spiritual growth
~Reflecting God's character
~Forgiveness and reconciliation
~Christian witness in a divided culture
~The Sermon on the Mount
~Matthew 5:43-48

Key Verse: "But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." - Matthew 5:44

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How do we obey one of Jesus' most difficult commands: “Love your en...

"Giving In Secret" Pastor Dave Peters on Matthew 6:1-4 May 10, 2026In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Dave Peters expl...
08/18/2026

"Giving In Secret" Pastor Dave Peters on Matthew 6:1-4 May 10, 2026
In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Dave Peters explores Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 6:1–4 on giving in secret. Drawing from the Sermon on the Mount, hospice chaplain experiences, and powerful stories of community outreach—from Compton to Uganda—this sermon reveals how quiet, heartfelt generosity reflects the “already/not yet” kingdom of heaven.

Discover why Jesus warns against public displays of righteousness, how the Holy Spirit shapes our motives, and how unseen acts of compassion bring deep joy, spiritual growth, and glimpses of God’s kingdom breaking into our world.

If you’ve ever wondered what it means to give without recognition, to serve without applause, or to live out kingdom values in everyday life, this message will encourage and inspire you.

In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Dave Peters explores Jesus’ te...

"The Upside-Down Love of the Kingdom" Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu on Matthew 5:38-48 May 3, 2026In this message, Rev. Dr. Eb...
08/18/2026

"The Upside-Down Love of the Kingdom" Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu on Matthew 5:38-48 May 3, 2026
In this message, Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu explores Jesus’ radical teaching on non-retaliation and enemy-love in Matthew 5:38–48. Far from lowering the standard, Jesus reveals the true depth of God’s law—calling His followers to reject revenge, relinquish personal rights, and embody the upside-down love of the kingdom.

Through four powerful illustrations (“turn the other cheek,” “give your cloak,” “go the second mile,” and “give to the one who begs”), Jesus confronts our instinct for self-protection and invites us into a Spirit-shaped life of generosity, forgiveness, and sacrificial love. This message challenges us to examine our hearts, release bitterness, and reflect Christ’s character in a world desperate for grace.

If you’ve ever felt inadequate reading Scripture, this sermon will remind you: the righteousness Jesus requires is the righteousness He Himself gives.

In this message, Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu explores Jesus’ radical te...

"Oaths, Retaliation, and Integrity" Mark Wiedenmann on Matthew 5:33-42 on April 26, 2026In this message, Mark Wiedenmann...
08/18/2026

"Oaths, Retaliation, and Integrity" Mark Wiedenmann on Matthew 5:33-42 on April 26, 2026
In this message, Mark Wiedenmann explores Jesus’ teaching on oaths, retaliation, and integrity from the Sermon on the Mount. Drawing from Dallas Willard, Martin Luther, and Matthew 5, he explains how Jesus invites His followers into a new kind of humanity—one shaped not by external rule‑keeping but by renovated hearts rooted in relationship with Him.

Mark shows how the Beatitudes are not requirements but declarations of God’s present love, how Jesus confronts manipulative oath‑making, and how true integrity flows from the inner transformation Jesus brings. Through personal stories, Scripture, and practical examples, this message calls believers to speak the truth in love, reject manipulation, and live out the life of Christ within them.

If you’re seeking clarity on the Sermon on the Mount, Christian integrity, or how Jesus reshapes the heart, this message will encourage and challenge you.

In this message, Mark Wiedenmann explores Jesus’ teaching on oaths,...

"The High and Terrifying Holiness of God!" Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu on Matthew 5:21-32 April 19, 2026In this message, Rev...
08/18/2026

"The High and Terrifying Holiness of God!" Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu on Matthew 5:21-32 April 19, 2026
In this message, Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu explores Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5:21-32 and reveals the breathtaking depth of God’s holiness. Jesus does not soften the law — He intensifies it, exposing that sin is not merely external action but the internal posture of the heart. Anger, contempt, insult, lust, and condemnation all flow from the same root as murder and adultery, revealing our desperate need for a righteousness we cannot produce.

This sermon walks through Jesus’ fulfillment of the Law, the true meaning of anger and insult, the heart‑level reality of adultery, and the seriousness of sin that drives us to the cross. When we see God’s holiness clearly, we see our need for a new heart — one only Christ can give.

If you’re exploring the Gospel of Matthew, wrestling with forgiveness, or seeking a deeper understanding of Jesus’ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount, this message will help you see the holiness of God with clarity, conviction, and hope.

In this message, Rev. Dr. Ebassa Berhanu explores Jesus’ teaching i...

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