PM Notes

So You Wanna Be Wise?

Date:  September 20, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  James 3:13-4:10Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Stain Upon Your Lips, Forgiveness Laid Upon Your Tongue

Date:  September 13, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  James 3:1-12Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Sin's Partiality; Faith's Impartiality

Date:  September 6, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  James 2:1-10, 14-18Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

When Hearts Attack

Date:  August 30, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText: Mark 7:14-23Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, ND Manuscript: CLICK HERE

Preaching To Bound Wills In North Dakota With Pr. Donavon Riley

For this third Google Hangout on the Planting & Revitalizing of Churches in the North Dakota District LCMS, Pastor Matt Richard interviews Pastor Donavon Riley on the subject of 'Preaching to Bound Wills.' What is the bound will? How does it impact Evangelism? What are the implications for the pew? What does this mean for the Pastor and his preaching?

Because We've Always Done It That Way!

Date:  August 23, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 7:1-13Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

No Climbing Necessary

Date:  August 9, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 6:35-51Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Dinner And A Show?

Date:  August 2, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 6:22-35Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

An Ark In The Midst Of A Watery Hell

Date:  July 26, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 6:45-54Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Hungry?

Date:  July 19, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 6:30-44Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Standing Upon The Neck Of Death

Date:  July 17, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 11:1-6, 32-44, 25-26Context:  Funeral Message for Jeff AmbuehlManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Great Commission, Great Confusion, or Great Confession?

A podcast for the Task Force on planting and revitalizing congregations in the North Dakota District of the LCMS.  Google Hangout with Rev. Dr. Matthew Richard and Rev. Dr. Lucas Woodford on the subject of Pr. Woodford's book, "Great Commission, Great Confusion, or Great Confession?: the Mission of the Holy Christian Church."Airing Date: July 16, 2015To learn more: www.plantinginnorthdakota.org 

What Is To Be Done About This Unpopular Invading Word?

Date:  July 12, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 6:14-29Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE 

Cross Defense: The Apologetic of Infant Baptism with Christians Opposed To It - Part Four

Host Rev. Rod Zwonitzer and guest Rev. Dr. Matt Richard (Zion Lutheran Church, Gwinner, North Dakota) talk about how opponents to Infant Baptism typically hold Platonic inclinations towards Baptism; synergism vs. monergism; Material vs. Spiritual; Outside of us vs. Inside of us; the dilemma of Believer’s Baptism vs. The Comfort of Sacramental Baptism.

Steadfast Throwdown: Your Greatest Need

Pr. Matt Richard joins us to discuss his article, “Your Greatest Need Isn’t Money, Sex, or Power, But…”.  How do we try to tell the story of our lives and justify ourselves by means of money, sex, and power? Is there a better way? What is our greatest need? Listen for our true and genuine source of justification and what it means for everyday life.

Blessed Are You Who Lie In Death

Date:  June 28, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 5:21-43Context:  Sermon from Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

He Is Not Tame Or Safe, But He Is Good

Date:  June 21, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 4:34-41Context: Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

The Emergent Church Will Wither And The Church Growth Movement Will Fade, But The Word Of The Lord Endures Forever

Date:  June 14, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Make 4:26-34Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

A Table Prepared For Lou, Against The Enemy Of Death

Date:  June 9, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Psalm 23:1-6Context:  Funeral Sermon for Lou HausslerManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Whether I Live Or Whether I Die, I Am The Lord’s

Date:  Jun 7, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Romans 14:7-9Context:  Prayer Service Sermon for Lou HausslerManuscript:  CLICK HERE

No Hiding, No Fighting; Forgiven And Declared Righteous For Jesus Sake

Date:  June 7, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Genesis 3:8-15 and Mark 3:20-35Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

You Are Born Again, For You Are Baptized; Nothing Else Is Needed

Date: May 31, 2015Speaker: Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 3:1-17Context: Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript: CLICK HERE

Pentecost Then; Pentecost Now

Date:  May 24, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Acts 2:1-21 and John 15:26-27, 164b-15Context: Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Alienated By Jesus; Sanctified In Truth

Date:  May 17, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 17:11b-19Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Nothing Beyond Jesus; Abide In Him

Date: May 10, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 15:9-17Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

2015 Confirmation Sunday at Zion Lutheran: Abide In Him

Date:  May 3, 2015Speaker:   Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 15:1-8Context:  Confirmation Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Three Violent Wolves Threaten Us And You Won't Believe What Happens Next!!

Date:  April 26, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 10:11-18Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Why The Bodily Resurrection Of Jesus Is So Important For You

Date:  April 19, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Luke 24:36-49Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Reformation Rush Hour: An Evangelical Journey Into Lutheranism

Interview of Pastor Matt Richard by Pr. Craig Donofrio on "Reformation Rush Hour"KFUO 850 AM in St. Louis, MO.Original Aire Date: April 13, 2015

You Are Not Left In Dark Gloomy Pessimism Or Sugarcoated Optimism, But Given Peace

Date:  April 12, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 20:19-31Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Ain't No Grave Gonna Hold This Body Down

Date:  April 5, 2015
Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 16:1-8Context:  Resurrection Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

It's 'Good' Friday, Not 'Bad' Friday

Date: April 3, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 19:17-30Context:  Good Friday Service at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

His Body Into Your Mouth; His Blood Into The Dust Of Your Flesh

Date:  April 2, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  1 Corinthians 11:23-32Context:  Maundy Thursday Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

How Can This Be Glory? It Does Not Look Like, Sound Like, And Feel Like Glory

Date:  March 29, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 12:20-43Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Forgiveness For Eyes That Grow Hands

Date:  March 25, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Exodus 20:1-17 and 1 Timothy 6:3-10Context:  Midweek Lent Sermon at Zion Lutheran ChurchManuscript:  CLICK HERE

We Want Glory; We Have Glory

Date:  March 22, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 10:35-45Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

The Shepherd Of Our Souls, Stands At Ashley's Side And Yours Too

Date:  March 21, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardContext:  Funeral Service Sermon: Ashley Ann AndersonManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Clothed In White, With The Palm Of Victory In Her Hand

Date:  March 20, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Revelation 7:9-12Context:  Visitation and Prayer Service Sermon:  Ashley Ann AndersonManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Protection And Forgiveness For The Gifts Of Marriage And Sex

Date:  March 18, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Exodus 20:1-17 and Matthew 5:27-32Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Cross Defense: The Apologetic of Infant Baptism with Christians Opposed To It - Part Three

Have you ever wondered why we Lutherans focus so much on the doctrine of baptism?  Have you ever had someone respond with extreme negativity towards you over the teaching of infant baptism?What is occurring in this rejection; what is going on beneath the surface?Today, I had the opportunity to visit with Rod Zwonitzer of the "Cross Defense"  Radio Show on 850 KFUO-AM St. Louis, MO.  We visited on the subject of infant baptism and why some Christians oppose it.This conversation with Rod was very enjoyable and was Part Three of our conversation on this most excellent topic..  You can access Part One and Part Two of this conversation by CLICKING HERE and by CLICKING HERE.  We covered a lot of ground and did so in a fun conversational style.  Thus, enjoy the program as you learn about the precious doctrine of Baptism.

You Have Another 'Sin' That Devours, Damns, And Kills Your Sin

Date:  March 15, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText: Numbers 21:4-9 and John 3:14-21Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Forgiveness For Murderous Hearts And Slandering Tongues

Date:  March 11, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Exodus 20:1-17 and Matthew 5:21-26Context:  Lent Sermon from Zion Lutheran Church Midweek ServiceManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Hallmark, Rambo, Jesus, And A Messy Temple - For You

Date: March 8, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 2:13-22Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

The Gift Of The Fourth Commandment

Date:  March 4, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  The Fourth Commandment & Romans 13:1-7Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

You Do Not Have A Crossless, Uncrucified, Precious Moments Jesus

Date:  March 1, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 8:27-38Context:  Sermon preached at St. John's Lutheran Church of Oakes, ND.Manuscript:  CLICK HERE

It Isn't About Entertainment Or Spiritual Jumping Jacks, But About Hearing The Lord's Word

Date:  February 25, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Exodus 20:1-17 and Hebrews 4:1-16Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Yes, You Are Completely Sanctified By The Word Spoken To You

Date:  February 21, 2015Speaker:   Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 15:1-6Context:  Matin Service Sermon for the 2015 Charis Conference in Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Forgiveness For The Unholy Trinity Of 'Me, Myself, And I"

Date:  February 18, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Exodus 20:1-17 and 32:1-20Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Cross Defense: The Apologetic of Infant Baptism with Christians Opposed To It - Part Two

Have you ever wondered why we Lutherans focus so much on the doctrine of baptism?  Have you ever had someone respond with extreme negativity towards you over the teaching of infant baptism?What is occurring in this rejection; what is going on beneath the surface?Yesterday I had the opportunity to visit with Rod Zwonitzer of the "Cross Defense" Radio Show on 850 KFUO-AM St. Louis, MO.  We visited on the subject of infant baptism and why some Christians oppose it.This conversation with Rod was very enjoyable and was Part Two.  You can access Part One of this conversation by CLICKING HERE.  We covered a lot of ground and did so in a fun conversational style.  Thus, enjoy the program as you learn about the precious doctrine of Baptism.

No Longer Bedridden In The Condemnation Of Sin

Date:  February 8, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 1:29-39Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, ND Manuscript:  CLICK HERE