Sermon: “Stephen the Martyr”. In the first century the book of Acts was written to help the new church. The story about the stoning of Stephen is not a story for small children. He was one of seven deacons to serve in the first century church. Stephen used the faith of the Jews against them. When they could not win the arguments, they had him stoned to death. During his trial his face shone and he spoke eloquently. He explained how they had missed the prophesy of the messiah. What does this mean for us and the citizens of the world today? Down through the ages powerful martyrs speak to us of the love of Christ. Let us be brave, loving, and open minded. Thanks be to God for them. Rev. James L. Fogle, Pastor Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA 39375 Joy Road Westland, Michigan www.CelebrationLC.com Facebook: Celebration Lutheran Church on Joy YouTube: Celebration! Lutheran Church @celebrationonjoy The liturgies and music of this broadcast are licensed under the following: Augsburg Fortress Liturgies License # SAS000851 One License # A-728709 which also includes Podcasting and Streaming CCLI Streaming and Podcast License # CSPL128316 CCLI General License # 11378870 CVLI Video License # 504199283

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Sermon: “The Times They are a Changing”. You can help by making small changes where you live or work. You are there is a way that no one else is. We need the Messiah to help us accomplish these things. Jesus didn’t give up on the disciples. He taught them the scriptures and fed them with bread and wine. They their eyes were opened and they realized who He was and they were overjoyed. Rev. James L. Fogle, Pastor Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA 39375 Joy Road Westland, Michigan www.CelebrationLC.com Facebook: Celebration Lutheran Church on Joy YouTube: Celebration! Lutheran Church @celebrationonjoy The liturgies and music of this broadcast are licensed under the following: Augsburg Fortress Liturgies License # SAS000851 One License # A-728709 which also includes Podcasting and Streaming CCLI Streaming and Podcast License # CSPL128316 CCLI General License # 11378870 CVLI Video License # 504199283

Sermon: “The Show Me State of Mind”. The disciples were in the upper room with the doors locked. Jesus appeared to them, but Thomas was not with them. The next time they were together, Thomas was with them. Jesus appeared again to the disciples. Thomas needed to be shown the nail holes in Jesus. This reminds us of people from Missouri, the Show Me state. People did not believe Mary either. They even went out to the tomb to see that it was empty. Thomas was not the only skeptic. It was like they were all from Missouri. Jesus later tells Thomas that by seeing Jesus he has seen God. There is nothing against Thomas and his show me attitude. We all have some Thomas in us. Jesus asks us to have faith, but not blind faith. Do not be fooled by imposters. Thomas was the only one to say My Lord and My God. We all have some doubts. The doubts keep us awake and moving!! Rev. James L. Fogle, Pastor Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA 39375 Joy Road Westland, Michigan www.CelebrationLC.com Facebook: Celebration Lutheran Church on Joy YouTube: Celebration! Lutheran Church @celebrationonjoy The liturgies and music of this broadcast are licensed under the following: Augsburg Fortress Liturgies License # SAS000851 One License # A-728709 which also includes Podcasting and Streaming CCLI Streaming and Podcast License # CSPL128316 CCLI General License # 11378870 CVLI Video License # 504199283

Easter 2026. Sermon: “WIJD” . The longest sermon recorded was in 1955. It was 14 hours!! This is Pastor Fogle’s last Easter sermon as our pastor, so buckle up!! What does Easter mean to you? Here are some responses: egg salad sandwiches for the next two weeks, a new outfit, and peeps. Easter is just the beginning. The women followed as Jesus was laid out in the tomb. After 3 days of mourning, they got an earthquake and an empty tomb. Remember WWJD? What Would Jesus Do? The question is about someone is dead. But Jesus is alive. So, WIJD-What Is Jesus Doing? This is in the present tense. Jesus says to get out of the tomb and tell everyone about the empty tomb. Christ is alive for each of us today. What is He doing this Easter Sunday for us, our family, and our community. He is Risen. He is Risen Indeed. Alleluia! Rev. James L. Fogle, Pastor Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA 39375 Joy Road Westland, Michigan www.CelebrationLC.com Facebook: Celebration Lutheran Church on Joy YouTube: Celebration! Lutheran Church @celebrationonjoy

Sermon: Palm Sunday. Rev. James L. Fogle, Pastor Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA 39375 Joy Road Westland, Michigan www.CelebrationLC.com Facebook: Celebration Lutheran Church on Joy YouTube: Celebration! Lutheran Church @celebrationonjoy The liturgies and music of this broadcast are licensed under the following: Augsburg Fortress Liturgies License # SAS000851 One License # A-728709 which also includes Podcasting and Streaming CCLI Streaming and Podcast License # CSPL128316 CCLI General License # 11378870 CVLI Video License # 504199283

Sermon: “Lazarus”. “I am Lazarus. People ask me what it was like to die. I was very sick. I wished that my good friend Jesus was there. I forgot about all the things Jesus said about His death and resurrection. When Jesus finally came, Mary told Him I was already dead for four days and there was a stench. It wasn’t me, it was death that stunk. Then I heard Jesus’ voice. He called to me to come out of the tomb. I forgot that I was dead and I got up and walked out of the tomb. I shook that stink off of me. I was given time to live and grow old, and to teach my children and grandchildren about Jesus, the person and the resurrection. It took a lot to understand Jesus. He was teaching us, and we listened very carefully. I think we got it, that when we die we will have a new life with God.” There are so many ways that we face the stink of death. Death is everywhere, it stinks. Jesus knew that we are always facing death. He knew that life stinks with death. Jesus calls us forth from death Come out! We will be very much alive. Rev. James L. Fogle, Pastor Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA 39375 Joy Road Westland, Michigan www.CelebrationLC.com Facebook: Celebration Lutheran Church on Joy YouTube: Celebration! Lutheran Church @celebrationonjoy The liturgies and music of this broadcast are licensed under the following: Augsburg Fortress Liturgies License # SAS000851 One License # A-728709 which also includes Podcasting and Streaming CCLI Streaming and Podcast License # CSPL128316 CCLI General License # 11378870 CVLI Video License # 504199283

Sermon: “God Chooses”. In Cinderella and Sammuel’s stories there is a choosing process. God did the choosing by looking within at the heart. Cinderella was chosen. God was looking for a new king for Israel among Jesse’s sons. David was the chosen. God chooses the one we never expect. God calls you and me in unexpected ways. Thanks be to God. Rev. James L. Fogle, Pastor Celebration Lutheran Church, ELCA 39375 Joy Road Westland, Michigan www.CelebrationLC.com Facebook: Celebration Lutheran Church on Joy YouTube: Celebration! Lutheran Church @celebrationonjoy The liturgies and music of this broadcast are licensed under the following: Augsburg Fortress Liturgies License # SAS000851 One License # A-728709 which also includes Podcasting and Streaming CCLI Streaming and Podcast License # CSPL128316 CCLI General License # 11378870 CVLI Video License # 504199283