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Victory News – May 26, 2023
PASTOR’S MESSAGE You’re invited to join us for worship this Sunday at 9:00 or 10:30am. You can worship at the Ministry Center, on our live stream site, or on our YouTube channel. VICTORY NEWS Call Update: Here is a note from Pastor Ben regarding his recent call: “Dear Victory Family, After prayerful consideration, I have decided to decline my call to Christ Lutheran Church in Hugo, MN. It is a privilege to continue to serve God’s people at Victory. Thank you for…
Victory News – May 19, 2023
PASTOR’S MESSAGE You’re invited to join us for worship this Sunday at 9:00 or 10:30am. You can worship at the Ministry Center, on our live stream site, or on our YouTube channel. VICTORY NEWS Call Update: Pastor Ben received a call to be the lead pastor of Christ Lutheran Church at their Hugo, MN campus. Please keep Pastor Ben and his family in your prayers as he goes through the deliberation process. Save the Date – Trivia Night: We have many upcoming summer…
Victory News – October 7, 2022
PASTOR’S MESSAGE Hi Friends, Genesis 6:11-12 Now the earth was corrupt in God’s sight and was full of violence. God saw how corrupt the earth had become, for all the people on earth had corrupted their ways. Corruption typically happens because people are striving either for power, wealth, or comfort. For many power, wealth, or comfort is the “win” of life. But for Jesus the “win” came through giving up all of those things. He gave up everything. This weekend we are…
Victory News – September 30, 2022
PASTOR’S MESSAGE Hi Friends, When we read the ancient text of Genesis, we must resist what C.S. Lewis called “chronological snobbery”. That is we must fight against the idea that because Genesis is really old, it has nothing to say to our modern context. Lewis said some of the best ideas are the most ancient. And most new thoughts have just been regurgitated from the past. As we continue to read through Genesis let’s remember who is speaking to us.…
Victory News – September 23, 2022
PASTOR’S MESSAGE Hi Friends, John Chrysostom was a leader in the early Christian church. He was known for his preaching, public speaking, and writing. His straightforward speaking was not always well received. Reportedly he angered the Emperor Arcadius. Arcadius wanted to punish Chrysostom, so he brought in his counselors. One said, “Confiscate his property.” But one responded, “that will only hurt the poor to whom he gives all that he has.” Another said, “throw him in prison.” Someone responded, “no,…
Victory News – August 5, 2022
PASTOR’S MESSAGE Hi Friends, Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! When I was younger, my family would take a summer trip to Custer, South Dakota. One of my favorite activities while there was to sit outside at night and stare up at the sky in wonder. In Custer, the summer sky is clear and completely full of stars, revealing the many constellations above us. The night sky took my breath away. Have you ever thought…
Victory News – July 29, 2022
PASTOR’S MESSAGE Hi Friends, For the longest time songs have been a part of our summer memories. There is Summerfest, State Fair, and other indoor or outdoor concerts. Music has a way of touching our souls. That is why many people are attracted to the book of Psalms. The Psalms touch our hearts with everything from sad songs (laments) to hopeful and glad songs, to songs that tell a story. In our new series, Summer Playlist, our hearts will be…
Victory News – July 22, 2022
PASTOR’S MESSAGE Hi Friends, This might be the most challenging sermon I have ever preached. This weekend we conclude our Glad You Asked sermon series. You asked that we address how Christians should support those who have differing views on sexuality. So we will be discussing what the Bible says about LGBTQ issues. There are a number of reasons this sermon will be so challenging: There is a wide variety of perspectives on this topic. Our current culture doesn’t seem…
Victory News – December 22, 2021
MESSAGE OF ENCOURAGEMENT Hi Friends, Christmas is almost here… but you might find yourself feeling a little less than enthusiastic about it. Maybe you were expecting things to be different this year, but you’ve faced many of the same challenges as you did last Christmas. Perhaps you couldn’t afford those gifts your family members wanted, and you dread their looks of disappointment on Christmas morning. You might be struggling with depression or anxiety this year and wish you could “opt…