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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

Demons Are Worms; Christ Is Our Authoritative Lord

Date:  February 1, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 1:21-28Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

This Is Not A Toothless-Incapable-Incompetent-Puny-Scrawny-Passive-Weak Kingdom

Date:  January 25, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 1:14-20Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Issues, Etc: Jesus - Prophet, Priest and King

Interview of Pastor Matt Richard by Todd Wilken on Issues, Etc.Original Airing Date: January 13, 2015

The Stable Way, The Womb Way, The Nazareth Way, The Grace Way - For You

Date:  January 18, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 1:43-51Manuscript:  Visit www.pastormattrichard.com

Scandal At The Jordan River

Date:  January 11, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 1:4-11Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Lookin' For Jesus In All The Wrong Places?

Date:  December 4, 2015Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Luke 2:40-52Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

This Child Is Set For The Fall And Rising Again Of Many

Date:   December 28, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Luke 2:21-40Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Jesus, Pierced The Darkness And Was Born - For You

Date:  December 25, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 1:1-14Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  Click Here

The Full Assurance Of Hope: The Christ-Child, Our Prophet, Priest, And King

Date:  December 24, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardContext:  Christmas Eve Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Conception: The First Step Towards The Cross

Date:  December 21, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Luke 1:26-38Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  Click Here

It Is Good That You Are Not The Savior

Date:  December 14, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  John 1:6-8, 19-28Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

The Full Assurance of Hope: Christ As Priest

Date: December 12, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Hebrews 10:1-18 Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

A Difficult But Necessary Advent Gift - For You

Date:  December 7, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 1:1-8Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

The Full Assurance of Hope: Christ As Prophet

Date:  December 3, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Hebrews 1:1-12Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Stop Climbing; He Comes To You

Date: November 30, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Mark 11:1-10Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Thankfulness: You Are Not At A Distance, For Jesus Reached Out To You

Date:  November 27, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Luke 17:11-19Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

You Are Not A Goat, But A Sheep

Date:  November 23, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Matthew 25:31-46Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

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

Many non-sacramental Christians perceive us sacramental Christians as legalistic and weak in faith.  What is behind this and how should we make our defense?  Direction of theology; mingling of justification and sanctification; Law and Gospel distinguished; God gifting or humans acting in obedience?; Does the depravity of original sin allow decision to believe and be baptized without God’s grace in the means of grace?

The Master Is Not A Stingy, Harsh, Rough, Jerk!

Date:  November 16, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Matthew 25:14-30Context:  Sermon at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDSermon Manuscript:  CLICK HERE

Steadfast Throwdown: Predestination Part 2

Pr. Matt Richard continues discussing his paper, “Why the Doctrine of Predestination Matters.” What happens when we try to reconcile the seemingly contradictory doctrines of 1) original sin with 2) God’s justification of the sinner and 3) God’s eternal election? Why should we keep these doctrines “in tension” according to God’s Word? Is the teaching of predestination a threatening or a comforting doctrine?

What Is A Pastor?

Date:  November 3, 2014Speaker:  Rev. Dr. Matthew RichardText:  Ezekiel 2:1-5Context:  November 2014 Winkel Matins Service at Zion Lutheran Church of Gwinner, NDManuscript:  CLICK HERE

Issues, Etc: The Dangers of an Experiential Interpretation of the Bible

Todd Wilken of Issues, Etc. interviews Pastor Matt Richard the dangers of an experiential interpretation of the BIble.Original Airing Date:  October 31, 2014

Steadfast Throwdown: Predestination Part 1

Pr. Matt Richard enters the “Throwdown” ring to discuss his paper, “Why the Doctrine of Predestination Matters.” Is the doctrine of predestination simply some useless wrangling among theologians, or does it really mean something for every Christian? What happened during the 19th century when various Lutheran church bodies debated this doctrine? How can you best answer the age-old question(s), “Why are some saved and not others?”

Issues, Etc: Generational Growth Of The Church

Todd Wilken of Issues, Etc. interviews Pastor Matt Richard on differences between generational growth and church growth methods.Original Airing Date:  September 23, 2014

Issues, Etc: The Cross In Lutheran Theology

Todd Wilken of Issues, Etc. interviews Pastor Matt Richard on the central message of Lutheran theology - Christ-crucified.Original Airing Date:  August 22, 2014