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Summary: We know all too well in Southern California that ashes are the refuse of destructive fires. Today, we’re going to find out how ashes can also be signs of new life..

Referenced Bible verses: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Romans 6:4-6; Matthew 5:16; Galatians 5:22-23

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

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Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

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Summary: Which are better places to be, on mountain-tops or in valleys? Each have their benefits, but only one has changed the world. Today, we’re going to find out which.

Referenced Bible verses: Matthew 17:1-9; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

Here are our related links:

Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

Podcast (for downloadable audio) at: https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com

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Summary: There is lots of bad news in the world today that’s really bad, but the worst bad news is really good news. How is that possible? Today, we’re going to find out.

Referenced Bible verses: Matthew 5:13-20; Matthew 21:13

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

Here are our related links:

Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

Podcast (for downloadable audio) at: https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com

YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB7KnYS1bpHKaL2OseQWCnw

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Summary: Doing the right thing for the right reason is our goal, right? But is doing the right thing for the wrong reason bad? Today, we’re going to find out.

Referenced Bible verses: Matthew 5:1-12; I Corinthians 1:18; Hebrews 13:5b

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

Here are our related links:

Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

Podcast (for downloadable audio) at: https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com

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Summary: Are we foreigners in this world? Do we belong here, really? Today, we’re going to find out.

Referenced Bible verses: Matthew 4:12-23; Isaiah 9:2-7; 1 Samuel 16:7; 1 Peter 2:10; Romans 5:6-8

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

Here are our related links:

Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

Podcast (for downloadable audio) at: https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com

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Summary: Many churches include “come and see” on their websites and promotional materials, but is anybody looking? Today, we’re going to find out.

Referenced Bible verses: John 1:29-42

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

Here are our related links:

Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

Podcast (for downloadable audio) at: https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com

YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB7KnYS1bpHKaL2OseQWCnw

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Summary: Bomb Cyclone, right? Today we’re going to see how one changed everything.

Referenced Bible verses: Matthew 3:13-17; Mark 16:6; Romans 6:3-4

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

Here are our related links:

Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

Podcast (for downloadable audio) at: https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com

YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB7KnYS1bpHKaL2OseQWCnw

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Summary: God became human flesh to die for us. What can we do in 2026 to live that gift? Today, we’re going to find out.

Referenced Bible verses: John 1:1-18; Luke 2:1-20; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20; 1 Peter 3:14-16; Matthew 10:16-20

Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.

Our Email Address: TheRevsDavidandSally@gmail.com

Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App

Here are our related links:

Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/ and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage

Blog (for theme text): pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com

Podcast (for downloadable audio) at: https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com

YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB7KnYS1bpHKaL2OseQWCnw

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