It’s November 4, 1990 and it is All Saints Sunday. The title of Pastor Leland Evenson’s sermon is, “Putting Faith, Love, and Hope to Work.”… Read more: 82. Putting Faith, Love, and Hope to Work

It’s Sunday, October 14th, 1990, at Vision of Glory Lutheran Church. Pastor Lee’s message titled “Qualified to Give.” Is a short but powerful message that… Read more: 81. Qualified to Give

Pastor Lee opens his message with a fascinating and bizarre story—the story of a house built entirely out of spite. A man, consumed by anger… Read more: 80. The Prevention of Hangovers

September 16th, 1990, and it’s titled “Gift Exchange.” This is a wonderful sermon about one of God’s greatest gifts to us—the Holy Spirit—and how that… Read more: 79. Gift Exchange

We’ve all been there—that frantic search for our keys. That moment of frustration and helplessness when we can’t find them. Pastor Lee uses that simple,… Read more: 78. Did You Find Your Keys?

Pastor Lee’s sermon is titled “Treasure Hunt.” He reminds us that we don’t always recognize the true value of things. This blind spot can cause… Read more: 77. Treasure Hunt

This sermon from July 15, 1990 is titled “Dealing with the Side Effects”. Pastor Lee makes an observation, that in life, there are side effects—and… Read more: 76. Dealing with the Side Effects

A message is from July 1st, 1990, titled “High Visibility.” Pastor Lee uses his days on the farm, explaining that when the crop was ready,… Read more: 75. High Visibility

It’s June 17th, 1990—Father’s Day. The title of Pastor Lee’s sermon carries a question we’ve all heard, and probably all said: “What am I going… Read more: 74. What Am I Going to Do with You?

Pastor Lee delivers his sermon for Pentecost Sunday 1990. Titled “Fire Alert.” Pastor Lee suggests we need fire alarms in our lives that detect not… Read more: 73. Fire Alert

It’s Mother’s Day 1990. Pastor Lee preaches a message called “Heading for Home.” But this isn’t just a Mother’s Day sermon. It’s a challenge to… Read more: 72. Heading for Home

In this message from April 29, 1990, Pastor Leland Evenson explores the many conditions of the human heart—both physical and spiritual. Drawing from Luke 24… Read more: 71. Is Your Heart In It?

Today’s message from Pastor Lee, titled “Living on the Bright Side,” was first given on Easter Sunday in 1990. He dives into this message by… Read more: 70. Living on the Bright Side

Today’s message from Pastor Lee, titled “More Than Fun and Games”, was delivered on March 25, 1990. Pastor Lee introduces us to what he believes… Read more: 69. More Than Fun and Games

Perhaps the title of this sermon, “Life is Precious”, seems trite or a worn cliché. Yet we can never be reminded enough of how precious… Read more: 68. Life is Precious

A message from Pastor Lee titled, “Breaking the Self Addiction”. Pastor Lee uses the example of what would happen if you drilled a hole in… Read more: 67. Breaking the Self Addiction

Pastor Lee exhorts us to not let the world determine how we act or react, based on the temperature in the room. That we are… Read more: 66. Thermostats and Thermometers

Pastor Lee’s message titled “Lifetime Guarantee” was first given on February 11, 1990. Pastor Lee uses the Old Testament lesson from that Sunday, which was… Read more: 65. Lifetime Guarantee

Titled, “Broken Instruments for God’s Symphony”. It is the third sermon in a three-part series based on 1 Corinthians, the first chapter. It was first… Read more: 64. Broken Instruments for God’s Symphony

Today’s podcast is part two of a three-part series Pastor Lee presented in January 1990. It is titled “United We Stand”. Pastor Lee based this… Read more: 63. United We Stand

We’re moving on to the 1990s with a sermon from January 14, 1990. It is titled “Letter of Confirmation”. An inspirational message that was part… Read more: 62. Letter of Confirmation

On “Christ the King Sunday” on November 26, 1989, Pastor Lee delivered a sermon titled, “Avoiding Customized Religion”. Pastor Lee begins by quoting a columnist… Read more: 61. Avoiding ‘Customized’ Religion

Pastor Lee has a get-rich-quick scheme he wants to offer all of us. No, not a risky investment. No, not a special stock pick. And… Read more: 60. And That’s The Thanks He Gets

“A Climate of Growing Faith”. October 1, 1989. Pastor Lee takes us into a discussion about faith. Pastor Lee points out that Jesus suggested faith, which… Read more: 59. A Climate of Growing Faith

Pastor Evenson brings us a sermon titled “Exclusive Rights”. It was first given on September 3, 1989. This is a great message on what it… Read more: 58. Exclusive Rights

The title of this message speaks for itself. It is called “Regrets Only”. Coming out of the Gospel Lesson found in Luke 13:22-30, Pastor Lee… Read more: 57. Regrets Only

In podcast #56, Pastor Lee preaches from the Epistle Lesson found in Hebrews 12:1-13. He also references Hebrews 11 in what he calls the “Hall… Read more: 56. Hang Tough

In a sermon “Hope for the Best”. Pastor Leland Evenson helps us look at the distinction of two different perspectives of the phrase, “I’m hoping… Read more: 55. Hope for the Best

We’re not sure what the title was for this sermon. The CD we recorded from had the title “Needed – Diving Appointment”. Regardless of whatever… Read more: 54. Needed – Diving Appointment

Pastor Lee opens his message by reading a letter he received from a woman who had visited his church a few Sundays prior. He shares… Read more: 53. Your View of Life

A message from Pastor Leland Evenson titled, “Avoiding Pitfalls of Discipleship”. First given on Sunday June 25, 1989. A sermon that was given shortly after… Read more: 52. Avoiding Pitfalls of Discipleship

We’re looking in on Father’s Day 1989. Using Proverbs 23:24 as his backdrop, Pastor Lee begins his talk with the idea that the Christian home… Read more: 51. Minimum Daily Requirements

This podcast marks the 50th podcast of Keep the Main Thing. We start this year off by bringing you a sermon from January 7, 1990. Pastor… Read more: 50. So What’s New?

Pastor Lee delivers a sermon titled, “Dealing With Disappointment”. Firstdelivered on Sunday, December 17, 1989. Pastor Lee preaches from the gospel lesson found in Matthew 11:2-11. This is… Read more: 49. Dealing With Disappointment

It is the first Sunday in Advent in 1989. Pastor Lee reminds everyone that the world made a way for a newborn baby, who would… Read more: 48. Are You Ready For This?

Using Matthew Chapter 24 as the lesson, Pastor Lee encourages us to remember that it is all how we look at things that matters. How… Read more: 47. With The End In View

Pastor Leland Evenson asks the question, are we heading towards a cemetery or towards a celebration? He says it all depends on whether you encounter… Read more: 46. From Mourning to Dancing

It’s Pentecost Sunday in 1989 when Pastor Lee delivered this sermon titled, The Prevailing Wind. Pastor Lee shares with us why the wind of the… Read more: 45. The Prevailing Wind

The title of Pastor Lee’s message is “The More We Get Together”. Pastor Lee shares with us that God’s favorite number is the number one.… Read more: 44. The More We Get Together

“Learning a Foreign Language”. It was first given on April 23, 1989. Pastor Lee takes a divisive situation head-on that was going on within his… Read more: 43. Learning a Foreign Language

A sermon from Pastor Leland Evenson titled “Shepherd Security System”. From April 16, 1989. Pastor Lee’s talk is on 23rd Psalm. He describes Psalm 23 as… Read more: 42. Shepherd Security System

We all know that life is full of surprises. Today’s sermon from Pastor Leland Evenson is titled, “The Surprise of Your Life”. Pastor Lee presents… Read more: 41. The Surprise of Your Life

Are you making music in your life because Jesus is at the center of your life? Or are you making a whole lot of noise… Read more: 40. A Different Approach

Pastor Leland Evenson’s sermon from February 26, 1989. Pastor Lee minces few words as he addresses the impact of satanic forces in our world and… Read more: 39. Avoiding Self Destruction

“Profiles of Courage”. A sermon from Pastor Leland Evenson, first given on Sunday February 19, 1989. Pastor Lee gives a passionate talk on courage. It is… Read more: 38. Profiles of Courage

Pastor Leland Evenson’s first sermon he gave in 1989. Pastor Lee addresses the difficult and sometimes controversial topic on the role of the Holy Spirit.… Read more: 37. Whatever Possessed You?

A message from Pastor Leland Evenson given during Advent 1988, Titled, “Signs of Pregnancy”. Using Mother Mary’s, and Pastor Lee’s daughter Shanna’s pregnancy as a… Read more: 36. Signs of Pregnancy

It is June 19, 1988, and it is Father’s Day. The title of this sermon is “Exasperation to Exaltation”. Pastor Lee uses Ephesians 6:4 as… Read more: 35. Exasperation to Exaltation

Podcast 34 is titled “Moving out of Misery”. From the title, you would not think it was a sermon on repentance. However, Pastor Lee makes it clear that… Read more: 34. Moving out of Misery

Pastor Leland Evenson presents a marvelous message based on Hebrews 4. His gift for creating meaningful metaphors, impactful analogies, and fun play on words, makes all of… Read more: 33. Complete God Rest

Pastor Lee gives a great motivational sermon on marriage. This is a great message for all married couples. But pastor Lee makes it clear that… Read more: 32. Wedlock or Deadlock

Pastor Lee uses Bible passages from Psalms 116, Isaiah 50, and Mark 9, to make his point about listening for the Lord’s voice. Emphasizing that… Read more: 31. In Tune with the Lord

This Easter message from Pastor Leland Evenson is one you for sure want to listen to. It is an inspirational message that will stay with… Read more: 30. Hope Adjustment Hour

This message titled “Top of the Line” was first given on September 11, 1988. Once again Pastor Lee delivers a sermon that spans generations. This… Read more: 29. Top of the Line

We live in a world with plenty of alternative lifestyles. But did you ever consider there are alternative death styles? That is the title of… Read more: 28. Alternative Death Styles

Celebrating Pastor Leland Evenson’s 20th anniversary at his then parish, Vision of Glory Church, he presents “Christ’s Say-So”.  From June 26, 1988. Pastor Lee starts out his… Read more: 27. Christ’s Say-So

Pastor Leland Evenson delivers a Mother’s Day sermon in 1988. It is a wonderful message especially encouraging mothers, but there is something in it for… Read more: 26. Raising the Standard of Living

In April 1988 Pastor Evenson’s parish, Vision of Glory Lutheran Church was faced with the decision of building an addition to their church facility. Pastor Lee… Read more: 25. Unless The Lord Builds

Who’s in charge here?” A sermon behind it on who is really in charge of our lives. We hope this sermon has you thinking about who… Read more: 24. Who’s In Charge Here?

Our first sermon in 2024 continues Pastor Lee’s lesson on Second Corinthians. In this message, Pastor Lee is teaching from the sixth chapter in second… Read more: 23. Blanket Coverage

Are you homesick? Homesick for heaven? Podcast number 22 is titled homesick for heaven. Pastor Leland Evenson is continuing his study in the book of Second Corinthians. It was communion Sunday at Vision of… Read more: 22. Homesick for Heaven

A sermon from Pastor Lee Evenson from Sunday February 21, 1988. Another message from Pastor Lee using II Corinthians 4: 1-12 as his basis for… Read more: 21. Is Your Heart In It?

Podcast number 20 is a sermon that Pastor Lee gave on January 24, 1988. He was in the middle of teaching a class on Second… Read more: 20. Stand Firm

This was Pastor Lee’s first sermon in 1988. It was delivered on January 3. Pastor Lee uses the epistle lesson found in Ephesians 1: 3-9.… Read more: 19. It’s Not What You Know, But Who

We wrap up our conversation with Pastor Jedidiah Scharmer, who has shared some great insight and thoughts from working with Pastor Evenson. This sermon from… Read more: 18. Christmas Injection

The third podcast of our conversation with Pastor Jedidiah Scharmer from Resurrection Church in Monticello. Pastor Lee’s sermon is from December 1987. Titled, “Who, Me?”.… Read more: 17. Who, Me?

Enjoy the second of a four part conversation with Pastor Jedidiah Scharmer, from Resurrection Church in Monticello. Pastor Jedidiah shares more thoughts and memories of… Read more: 16. Credits & Leaving the Wilderness

The first of a four-part conversation with Pastor Jedidiah Scharmer from Resurrection Church. Jedidiah and Pastor Leland Evenson worked together right up to the end… Read more: 15. Jesus Incognito

Pastor Lee’s sermon titled, “Learning to Live in Debt” is not about financial planning. Rather it is about the debt we have to love one… Read more: 14. Learning to Live in Debt

Another sermon by Pastor Lee Evenson focused on loving, mentoring, parenting, and bringing up our young people. Per usual, his observations and instruction are timeless… Read more: 13. Keys for Children

A sermon titled, “The Great Omission”. Yes, not “The Great Commission”. Given on June 14, 1987, this is one of many meditations that Pastor Leland… Read more: 12. The Great Omission

A Mother’s Day message from May 1987. A meaningful message for all parents, old and new. His timeless talk cites the challenges that many of… Read more: 11. Life Adjustment Hour

A Palm Sunday sermon from 1987. Pastor Leland Evenson reminds us that allowing God to lead us and Lord over our lives is the way… Read more: 10. Ready for a Regime Change

This sermon is a sobering, and timeless discussion about sin. It is based on King David’s Psalm 51. Pastor Lee effectively again relates experiences from… Read more: 9. Dealing with Infection

United We Demonstrate, Divided We Destroy. A Pastor Leland Evenson sermon delivered on January 25, 1987. He based this message on the letter Paul wrote… Read more: 8. United We Demonstrate, Divided We Destroy

A sermon that we all need to hear. Rejection is part of everyone’s life. There is no one who is immune from rejection. One only… Read more: 7. From Rejection to Reception

An encouraging message for everyone from Pastor Lee Evenson on using our adversities and troubles for God’s purpose in our lives. That our burdens can… Read more: 6. Triumph over Trouble

Welcome to another episode of Keep The Main Thing Podcast with Pastor Lee Evenson. Given that it is Holy Week and Easter is this coming… Read more: 5. Easter – Bringing Good Things to Life

Welcome to another episode of Keep The Main Thing Podcast with Pastor Lee Evenson.  Today’s sermon from Pastor Lee is from December 1986. It is… Read more: 4. When Life Turns Around

Welcome to another episode of Keep The Main Thing Podcast with Pastor Lee Evenson. Podcast #3 is entitled “Long Range Planning”. First delivered in November… Read more: 3. Long Range Planning

Welcome to another episode of “Keep the Main Thing” Podcast, sermons and messages from Pastor Lee Evenson. While we may be a little early (or… Read more: 2. Christmas Without Shrinkage

Coming March 22 will be the inaugural Podcast of “Keep the Main Thing”, sermons and messages from Pastor Lee Evenson. Leland Evenson was an Ordained… Read more: 1. Nestle Not Wrestle