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Bethel Encino Lutheran ChurchAuthor: Pastor Kenneth Davis
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Recognizing the Risen Christ
Sunday, 19 April, 2026
This interactive sermon explores the post-resurrection appearance of Jesus to two disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24), examining how we often fail to recognize God's presence in our everyday struggles because we're looking for spectacular miracles instead of quiet companionship. The message emphasizes that true recognition of Jesus leads to transformationmoving from disappointment and broken hope to passionate faith. Through examining Acts 2, Psalm 116, and 1 Peter 1, the sermon challenges believers to respond to God's grace through repentance, baptism, and active service, putting "feet to our faith" by loving others deeply and serving our community. The central movement is from heartbreak (disappointment when things don't go as expected) to heartburn (hearts burning with passion after encountering the risen Christ).
