Sermon and messages from St. Mark Lutheran Church in Chesterland, Ohio. Each week we bring you the latest sermons and other messages that are recorded by our LCMS pastoral staff and congregation. Please let us know if we can serve you in any way! www.StMarkChester.org
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Fr Moses contemplates on Jesus' words “Most assuredly, I say to you, you seek Me, not because you saw the signs, but because you ate of the loaves and were filled .” Ask yourself, why do you follow Jesus? Tune in!על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Episode 609: Roots by the Stream
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12:19Scripture Reference: Jeremiah 17:5-8, Psalm 1
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Being simple in our faith allows us to move out of the way and for God to instill in us His will and desire and love.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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The Good Shepherd Feeds His Sheep
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17:16In this inspiring sermon, Fr. Elijah unpacks the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand, revealing its deep connection to the Eucharist. He challenges us to see Christ as the Good Shepherd who leads us to green pastures, provides for our needs, and gathers the fragmented into one body. • What do we bring to the Lord? Just a little. • What does…
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In this powerful message, Fr. Paul unpacks the story of Jacob’s ladder, revealing a God who reaches out to us in our most uncertain moments. Instead of punishment, Jacob—despite his mistakes—receives a divine vision of God’s mercy and love. • Are you struggling with fear, uncertainty, or past failures? • Do you wonder if God is truly present in you…
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Small Acts, Big Blessings: What Are You Going to Do About It?
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6:00What are you going to do about it? This question calls us to respond to daily opportunities for compassion and generosity. The story of the feeding of the five thousand illustrates God’s providence, faith, and thanksgiving. It highlights Christ’s care for both physical and spiritual needs and shows that even small offerings—like the boy’s five loav…
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During the 3rd Sunday of Kiahk, the Coptic Orthodox Church reads from Luke 1. Tune in to this enlightening sermon as Fr Michael Sorial distinguishes between the pursuits of happiness and joy."True joy is the unfailing light of Christ's presence" - Fr Gregory of Nyssaעל ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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“The Path To Seeing The Light, Coming To Know Christ as your Personal Savior”
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15:57In this message, Fr. Daniel guides us on a journey to understand “The Path to Seeing the Light,” recognizing Christ as our personal Savior. Through scripture, prayer, and reflection, we will explore how Christ illuminates the darkness in our lives, offering forgiveness, redemption, and purpose. This sermon invites us to embrace a deeper relationshi…
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“Unto Us a Child Is Born: Finding Joy in the Nativity”
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5:22In this message, we reflect on the profound significance of Christ’s birth and its impact on our lives today. “Unto Us a Child Is Born” celebrates the Nativity as the ultimate gift of hope, peace, and joy. Through Scripture and reflection, we explore how Jesus’ incarnation reveals God’s love for humanity, offering each of us salvation and a path to…
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Proverbs 15:33 -16:6 - But the Lord Weighs the Spirits
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49:22This week’s Bible study elaborates on the reality of how God weighs the soul. There is a scale that measures righteousness and foolishness. One side measures acts of justice, love and service and the other side measures sin and iniquity. Man’s eyes may deceive him into seeing his righteous works to be of value while God searches his spirit.…
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What Do You Do When There's Nothing You Can Do, Pt 1
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45:57“Why did I ever come out of the womb to see trouble and sorrowand to end my days in shame?” Jeremiah 20:183 INCORRECT CONCLUSIONS:- I’ll never be happy again- Nothing good can come from this- There’s no point in trying anymoreעל ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Proverbs 16:7-21 - And Sweetness of the Lips Increases Learning
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46:47The founder of all ethics and morals is the Christian faith. This week guides us through the fruit of a loving union with God. It makes God pleased with us hence even our enemies are at peace with us. God then guides His steps even though man’s heart may plan other things and have aspirations. He fills everything with His grace, even our ability to…
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A Life of Authenticity - Part 2 - Fear Not: Living Boldly in Christ
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31:16As disciples of Christ, we are called to live a life of authenticity by rejecting pretense and overcoming fear. Throughout this series entitled A Life of Authenticity, we may be equipped to live with genuine faith, confidence in Christ, and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. In part 2, Fr. Michael Sorial discusses how fear of people or ci…
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A Life of Authenticity - Part 1 - Breaking the Mask: You Do You
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34:51As disciples of Christ, we are called to live a life of authenticity by rejecting pretense and overcoming fear. Throughout this series entitled A Life of Authenticity, we may be equipped to live with genuine faith, confidence in Christ, and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. In part 1, Fr. Michael Sorial discusses how authenticity begins …
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What would have happened if the man born blind did NOT wash his eyes in the Pool of Siloam? We MUST do our part otherwise the miracles God has for us may NOT happen!!על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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What are the top 5 things during the final days of people's lives, that they wished they had done or done more of, while they had the chance.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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During the 1st Sunday of Toba, the Coptic Orthodox Church reads from Matthew 2. St. Joseph receives a message from God to take our Lord and St. Mary to Egypt, escaping danger from Herod. Listen to Fr. Michael's message:על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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God Made Known: The Invisible Father Revealed Through the Son [The Feast of Theophany Sermon - 2025]
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19:16During the Feast of Theophany, the Coptic Orthodox Church reads John 1. Humanity has always longed to see God. When we grasp that Jesus reveals the Father, it changes everything. Listen to Fr. Michael's message:על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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In this heartfelt and reflective sermon, Fr. Paul takes us on a journey through the story of Jacob, encouraging us to return to our Bethel moments—those pivotal encounters with God’s love that transformed our lives. Through the lens of Genesis 35, he unpacks the importance of repentance, removing idols, and reclaiming our identity as children of Go…
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In this inspiring sermon, Fr. Mark reflects on St. Augustine’s challenge: “Many are seeking Jesus, but few are seeking Him for Himself.” Using John 6 and lessons from Jonah’s story, he examines the motives of our hearts and asks whether we are seeking Christ for His presence or merely for His gifts. As we prepare for Jonah’s Fast, this talk invites…
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Turning to the Lord: Embracing Mercy and Repentance
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18:22Fr. David reminds us of God’s unwavering promise that all who come to Him with faith and repentance will never be rejected. He highlights Christ’s boundless love and uses the story of Jonah and Nineveh as a powerful example of true repentance. Though Nineveh was a sinful city, when its people humbled themselves and turned to God, He showed them mer…
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Episode 608: It’s Not About the Fish
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13:59Scripture Reference: Luke 5:1-11
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He Must Increase: The Humility and Asceticism of St. John the Baptist
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21:07Fr. Yacoub teaches us that through St. John the Baptist’s humility and asceticism, he recognised his role was to prepare the way for Christ, saying, “He must increase, but I must decrease” (John 3:30). His life of self-denial and devotion to God shows that true greatness comes not from seeking personal glory, but from humbling ourselves before God.…
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Nehamiah 1 - Nehemiah’s Prayer: A Heart of Repentance and Restoration
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53:07Nehemiah 1 recounts Nehemiah’s deep sorrow upon hearing about the ruined state of Jerusalem. In response, he fasts, mourns, and prays, confessing both personal and communal sins while pleading for God’s mercy and the restoration of His people. His prayer reflects humility, faith, and reliance on God’s promises. Nehemiah’s example teaches the import…
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The Blessing of Humility: Embracing 'I Do Not Know' in Our Spiritual Journey
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10:52Fr. Elijah highlights the importance of honesty in our spiritual lives. The disciples wrongly assumed they knew why the man was born blind, but Jesus corrected them, showing that only God knows the full truth. The blind man humbly admitted, “I do not know,” in contrast to the Pharisees, who made false judgments. This teaches us to avoid assumptions…
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Tune in as Mina explores the sacrament of confession and the importance of declaring our sins to a priest.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Tune in to the first part of this new series 'Awakened Love', inspired by Song of Solomon, as Fr Elijah discusses the first phase of having a deep relationship with God, which is Him calling us.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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In times of suffering and uncertainty, we often find ourselves asking, 'Why?'. Tune in as Fr David reminds us that even in our deepest pain, God is at work, using suffering as a megaphone to call us closer to Him. Just as Christ restored sight to the blind man, He offers us a new way of seeing—one that turns grief into faith and hardship into hope.…
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Who is truly in control of their lives? As Christ says to us, 'we cannot even make one hair on our head grey'. Let us turn to God for He is the only One who is in control.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Do we find God in those near to us? Do we as Christ did seek to find Him in everyone?על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Old Resolutions, New Solutions - Physical Gains
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51:53This week Father Yacoub speaks to us about the spirituality of self control in the context of our physical health and appearance and how all our goals and aspirations should never be separated from God.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Following Christ Without Hesitation: The Life of St John the Beloved
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16:43Tune in as Fr Anthony takes us on a journey through the life of St John the Beloved on his feast day, highlighting how he followed Jesus repeatedly without hesitation, serving as a living example of trusting and following Christ wherever He leads.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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A Testament to Mercy, Timing, and Bravery
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14:06Tune in as we delve into the life of St John the Baptist, a powerful testament to God's mercy, perfect timing, and call for bravery. This sermon inspires us to trust in His plans, recognise His mercy in both the small and the significant moments, and boldly proclaim His truth, even when faced with challenges.…
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We live in a world obsessed with control—controlling outcomes, our future, even our own success. However, John the Baptist shows us a different way. He reminds us that all we have is received from God, our mission is sent by Him, and true joy comes when that mission is fulfilled in His timing, not ours. What happens when we lose control? Do we figh…
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Tune in as Fr David discusses chapters 5-7 of the book of Esther.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Tune in as Fr David discusses chapters 3-4 of the book of Esther.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Tune in as Fr David discusses chapters 1-2 of the book of Esther.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Scripture Reference: Luke 2:22-32
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Are you seeing clearly, or is spiritual blindness keeping you from recognizing God’s work in your life? In this sermon, Fr. Elijah explores the story of the man born blind in John 9, revealing its deep connection to baptism, transformation, and spiritual sight.🔹 What is spiritual blindness, and how does it affect us?🔹 Why do we struggle to recogniz…
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God explicitly states His love for us only once in the whole Bible because instead He expresses it through every action and sacrifice. Ultimately, true love isn’t about emotion; it’s about what we give. This sermon by Marc explores the three types of love in Scripture and how living simply means embodying this love in our daily lives.…
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What does it truly mean to live simply? Is it about owning less, spending less, or resisting indulgence? Or is it something deeper—an attitude of the heart? This sermon by Fr Sam explores the balance between simplicity and excess, reminding us that true simplicity is not about deprivation or pride but about aligning our desires with God’s will.…
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Our minds are constantly flooded with thoughts—worries, distractions, comparisons—but when we draw near to God, all the noise fades, and only Christ remains. This sermon by Fr Meena explores how keeping our focus on Him simplifies our lives, bringing clarity and peace.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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In a world filled with distractions, how often do we pause to hear God’s voice? Tune in as Angelo as dives into the power of Scripture—not just as words on a page, but as the living, breathing Word of God that shapes our hearts and renews our minds.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Christ's thoughts are so beyond what the human being can comprehend and it is with that spirit of humility that we must approach God. Tune in as Fr Peter Saad explores the complexity and incomprehensible nature of The Mind of God, His plan for us, and much more!על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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What is the counsel of God? Tune in as Fr Peter Saad explores how we can be on board for God's plan for us, or reject it. It is ultimately our choice what our outcome will be.על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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"Righteousness can only be fulfilled in Christ. Any other form of righteousness is not real righteousness.". Tune in as Fr Peter Saad explores how we will all be tested, how we deny ungodliness during baptism and much more!על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Tune in as Fr Peter Saad explores the beauty of The Manger that Christ was born in, how the manger is a reminder of what Christ can and wants to do with every heart, and much more!על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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"Every blessing that has been giving to us is so that we in turn might be a blessing to those around us.". Tune in as Fr Peter Saad explores St John the Baptist, what we can learn from him, and much more!על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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We constantly have hundreds of encounters each year. How do we turn each encounter we have into a holy encounter? A meaningful encounter? Tune in as Fr Peter Saad dives into the encounter between Mary and Elizabeth, what we can learn from it and much more!על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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Learning from St John the Baptist's humility
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16:03Tune in to hear Fr Moses speak about St John the Baptist and the lessons we can learn from his humility in service. " He must increase but I must decrease" John 3:30על ידי St Mark Coptic Orthodox Church
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