How to Listen to God's Word

In this sermon for Sexagesima, Rev. David Buchs reflects on Jesus’ parable of the sower and teaches us what God’s Word is for: to prepare us to stand firm against the devil who accuses, the world that threatens, and our own flesh that entices. Christ trains us to listen intentionally—so that His Word takes deep root, exposes our sin without fear, and comforts us with forgiveness, courage, and hope.Sunday Worship – February 8, 2026Grace Lutheran Church | Little Rock, ArkansasSexagesima SundayKey themes from this sermon include: • Why Jesus wants us to listen actively—not passively—to God’s Word • How Scripture prepares us for accusation, persecution, and temptation • The difference between the devil exposing sin to destroy, and Christ exposing sin to forgive • The promise that God’s Word never returns empty, but bears fruit in faithful hearts#GraceLutheranLittleRock #LittleRockChurch #ArkansasFaith #LutheranSermon#Sexagesima #ParableOfTheSower #WordOfGod #ChristianPodcast#BiblicalTeaching #JesusChrist #Faith #LawAndGospel#ChristianPreaching #HearingTheWord #LutheranChurch