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Whose Name Is on Your Jersey?

Olympic athletes strive to do their best—not just for their own glory, but for the glory of their nation.  What does it mean for us to achieve great things for God's glory?  And what happens when our best just isn't good enough?

Additional sermons will be posted as this series progresses.

Sermon Sunday, August 17, 2008
"Whose Name Is On Your Jersey?, Part 2: What Do You Do When Your Best Just Isn't Good Enough?"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, August 10, 2008
"Whose Name Is On Your Jersey?, Part 1: The Name on the Front of the Jersey Is More Important than the Name on the Back!"
Pastor Bill Walles

 


What's the Big Secret?

As we explore the Apostle Paul's letter to the ancient Colossian Church, we discover that a relationship with Jesus is the secret to finding meaning in life—and that's a "secret" worth sharing with everyone we meet!

Sermon Sunday, August 3, 2008
"What's the Big Secret?, Part 6: Buying New Clothes"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, July 27, 2008
"Christian Ministry to Men in Prison"
Pastor Eric Wangen-Hoch, Living Stones Prison Congregation

Sermon Sunday, July 20, 2008
"What's the Big Secret?, Part 5: Faith's Not about Following Rules"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, July 13, 2008
"PowerLab Vacation Bible School Recap"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, July 6, 2008
"What's the Big Secret?, Part 4: Growing Deeper Roots"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, June 29, 2008
"What's the Big Secret?, Part 3: Christ Shouldn't Be a Secret"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, June 22, 2008
"What's the Big Secret?, Part 2: The Trinity"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, June 15, 2008
"What's the Big Secret?, Part 1: Your Life Is Noticed"
Pastor Bill Walles


Finding Joy

Finding joy in life can be hard work.  In this series we hear from people who find joy in athletic achievement, and how we can find similar joy through a commitment to growing in our relationship with God.

To view the videos associated with this series see our Videos page.

Sermon Sunday, June 8, 2008
"Finding Joy, Part 6: Joy in the Future"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, June 1, 2008
"Finding Joy, Part 5: Joy in the Present"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, May 25, 2008
"Finding Joy, Part 4: Joy in the Past"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, May 18, 2008
"Finding Joy, Part 3: Joy in Giving"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, May 11, 2008
"Finding Joy, Part 2: Joy in Serving"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, May 4, 2008
"Finding Joy, Part 1: Joy in Receiving"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, 27 April 2008
"Confirmation Sunday"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, 20 April 2008
"Many Rooms"
Jan Nesse, Assistant to the Bishop, ELCA Northwest Washington Synod


Step Away from the Tomb

It seems incredible to believe that a man could be raised from the dead.  Join us as we explore the reasons why we often doubt the resurrection of Jesus and how believing can change our lives forever.

Sermon Sunday, April 13, 2008
"Step Away from the Tomb, Part 4: Giving an Answer"
Ron Mallory

Sermon Sunday, April 6, 2008
"Step Away from the Tomb, Part 3: We're Not Worthy"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, March 30, 2008
"Step Away from the Tomb, Part 2: Dealing with Doubt"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, March 23, 2008
"Step Away from the Tomb, Part 1: Easter Sunday"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, March 16, 2008
"Palm Sunday: Two Kinds of Parades"
Pastor Bill Walles


Simple Church

The "busy-ness" of our 21st-century world can infect families, jobs—and even churches. What does the Bible have to say about simplifying our lives and focusing on what's really important?

Sermon Sunday, March 9, 2008
"Simple Church, Part 5: Talking to God Isn't Supposed to be Complicated"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, March 2, 2008
"Simple Church, Part 4: It's Not about Being Busy"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, February 24, 2008
"Simple Church, Part 3: The Freedom of 'No'"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, February 17, 2008
"Simple Church, Part 2: The Clarity of the Gospel"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, February 10, 2008
"Simple Church, Part 1: Less Is More"
Pastor Bill Walles


Direction, Not Intention = Destination

We all have good intentions, but intentions alone won't get us anywhere.  How can God help us to set our direction and then take the practical steps necessary to get us to where we need to be?

To view the videos associated with this series see our Videos page.

Sermon Sunday, February 3, 2008
"Direction, Not Intention = Destination: Part 2"
Pastor Bill Walles

Sermon Sunday, January 27, 2008
"Direction, Not Intention = Destination: Part 1"
Pastor Bill Walles

Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church  -  23855 SE 216th St., Maple Valley, WA 98038  -  425-432-1373  -  Sunday Services at 8:30 and 10:30am