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Pastor Lonnie
by Rev. Dr. Lonnie Richardson
Rev. Dr. Lonnie Richardson (Pastor Lonnie) Is the founding and senior pastor of Fox River Congregational Church in Pewaukee Wisconsin.
Episodes
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Keeping the Conversation Going
Prayer can have its own rhythm. Some seasons of prayer feel natural, joyful, and alive; others feel difficult, routine, or nearly absent. We often pray most fervently when life is hard. When a diagnosis comes, a job is threatened, a relationship is struggling, or the future is uncertain, prayer...
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Fundamental Things Apply
The world around us is constantly changing. Technology, culture, and relationships evolve, and the challenges each generation faces can look very different. Yet, as the old song As Time Goes By reminds us, “the fundamental things apply.” Every life needs a trustworthy reference point. Clocks need...
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When God Makes Us Wait
Few things test our faith more than waiting on God. We pray for healing, direction, reconciliation, relief, or an answer, yet God sometimes seems silent. Scripture reminds us that we are not alone in this experience. Abraham waited decades for God’s promise; Israel waited generations for freedom;...
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These Three Places
As we dedicate Fox River’s new baptismal font, pulpit, and Communion table, we celebrate much more than beautiful new furnishings. Each represents something essential about who we are as followers of Christ. The font reminds us that we belong to God and to a community of grace. The pulpit calls…
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Stop Light Praying
What prayer have you been praying that you fear God isn’t answering? Maybe you’ve prayed for healing, a relationship, a job, guidance, or for someone you love to change. You’ve prayed faithfully, yet nothing seems to be happening. Few things challenge our faith more than the mystery of unanswered...
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When Life Isn't Turning Out the Way You Planned
This sermon by Pastor Lonnie speaks to the disappointment and uncertainty we feel when life takes an unexpected turn. Jeremiah’s familiar promise, “For I know the plans I have for you,” was originally spoken to people living in exile, far from the life they expected. God did not promise them an...
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Building a Marriage that can Weather the Storms
Every marriage begins with hope, joy, and dreams for the future, but every marriage also faces storms. Financial pressures, health concerns, busy schedules, raising children, caring for aging parents, disappointments, and unexpected hardships can strain even the strongest relationships. The...
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Overcoming Anxiety and Fear
In this passage from Philippians 4:4–9, we learn that God’s answer to anxiety is not merely to “try harder” but to trust more deeply. From a Roman prison, the Apostle Paul shows that joy is not determined by circumstances but by our relationship with Jesus Christ. He invites us to replace worry...
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Repairing Broken Relationships
Pastor Lonnie’s message explores how unresolved hurts and minor offenses gradually erode relationships. It emphasizes that compassion asks, “What happened to this person?” rather than “What’s wrong with this person?” It also distinguishes forgiveness from reconciliation, noting that while...
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Discovering Purpose and Meaning
Drawing on Ephesians 2:8-10, this message explores how purpose is found not in achievement but in God’s grace. Paul reminds us that salvation is God’s gift, freely given through faith, not earned by good works. Because grace comes first, we are free to serve God out of gratitude rather than...
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Finding Hope in Uncertain Times
Life often forces us to recalibrate our plans as we face unexpected changes, losses, fears, and unanswered questions. In Romans 15:13, Paul reminds us that Christian hope does not depend on perfect circumstances or on having every answer. It is rooted in the God of hope, who fills us with joy and...
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The Heart of a Free Nation
In this message, Micah 6:6–8 is used to explore the deeper meaning of freedom from a Christian perspective. While national freedom is a gift to be celebrated with gratitude, the sermon reminds us that true freedom is not only written into laws or national documents; it must also be written into…
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When We Pray for Healing
This sermon asks a deeply personal question: What role does faith play when we’re sick? It begins with the promise in James 5:15, reminding us that God hears and helps when we pray. But it also acknowledges the hard reality that healing does not always come the way we ask or expect. The central...
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What Children Need to Hear from Us
Pastor Lonnie’s message reminds us that the words we speak to our children can shape their hearts for a lifetime. Four simple phrases, when spoken sincerely and backed by action, can make a lasting difference: “I love you,” “I’m sorry,” “I believe in you,” and “I’m praying for you.” These phrases...
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How Big is Your God?
Pastor Lonnie’s sermon celebrates God’s faithfulness throughout the church’s life and history. It looks back to the early days, when the church was new, had no permanent home, and was unsure whether the city would approve land for church use. The sermon connects this story to biblical examples of...
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Service - Faith That Moves
This message from Pastor Lonnie reflects on Matthew 25:31-40 and the call to live out our faith in love, compassion, and service. It reminds us that Congregational faith is not only something we believe but something we practice through everyday acts of mercy: feeding the hungry, welcoming the...
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Voice - Every Soul Matters
In this message from Pastor Lonnie, we are reminded that a faithful community is built not on control or quick agreement, but on humble listening and shared discernment. Drawing on Acts 15 and the Jerusalem Council, the sermon explores how the early church navigated deep disagreement by…
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Covenant - We Walk Together
Pastor Lonnie’s message explores covenant as a lived promise rather than merely a church concept, inviting the congregation to see faith as a shared commitment to walk together in Christ. Drawing on the Mayflower Compact and the example of the early church, it highlights how communities are…
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Freedom - A Faith That Trusts the Conscience
In this message, Pastor Lonnie invites us to a deeper understanding of Christian freedom, not as license to believe anything or as blind obedience to authority, but as a Spirit-led journey of discernment. Rooted in the Congregational tradition, the message affirms radical trust that God speaks...
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From Silence to Service
This message by Pastor Lonnie concludes the “Something Happened” series, focusing on the transformation of Jesus’ followers from fearful, hidden individuals into those who actively serve others. After Jesus’ death, the disciples were afraid and uncertain, but everything changed when they...
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Something Happened on the Road
In this passage from Luke 24:13–35, two discouraged disciples walk away from Jerusalem, carrying fear, confusion, and shattered hope, yet on that ordinary road, the risen Christ comes alongside them, though they do not recognize Him at first. As He opens the Scriptures and later breaks bread…
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Thomas - From Doubt to Faith
Doubt isn’t the end of faith but often the beginning of something deeper. After the disappointment of Jesus’ death, Thomas struggled to believe in the resurrection without seeing proof for himself. Instead of rejecting him, Jesus met Thomas in his doubt and invited him into faith, leading to a...
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The King We Didn't Expect
Palm Sunday highlights the gap between what people expected and what Jesus came to do. The crowd wanted a powerful king to fix their problems, but Jesus arrived humbly on a donkey, showing his mission was to change hearts, not take control. That same tension remains today. We often want a Jesus…
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When Life Tests Your Faith
The message centers on three temptations of Jesus. First, turning stones into bread represents the desire to fulfill important needs in the wrong way or on our own terms. We are tempted to address discomfort immediately rather than trust God’s timing. Second, throwing himself from the temple...
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A Quiet Space
In this message, Pastor Lonnie emphasizes how, in a world full of constant noise and distractions, Lent calls us to choose something different: silence. Not just the absence of sound, but a deeper stillness where we can listen to our own thoughts and hear God’s voice. As Fox River prepares to...
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The Light That Still Shines
The Light That Still Shines focuses on a simple truth: even a small light can dispel darkness. Through the familiar struggle of tangled Christmas lights, the message shows how hope doesn’t require everything to be perfect. One working bulb is enough to make a difference. The world offers many...
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Peace in the Middle of Chaos
This message by Pastor Lonnie reminds us how the first Christmas was marked by stress, uncertainty, and less-than-ideal conditions. Mary is exhausted and ready to give birth, Joseph is scrambling for a place to stay, and the only space available is a barn. Yet that’s where Jesus enters the world....
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When Hope Feels Far Away
This message from Pastor Lonnie emphasizes that hope speaks louder than fear. Mary had many reasons to panic, but she chose to anchor her faith: she did not know the plan, but she trusted the One behind it. Mary faced risk, judgment, and the unknown, yet she still said yes. Hope moves forward...
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Relearning Thanksgiving
This message by Pastor Lonnie highlights the struggles of the Pilgrims and Abraham Lincoln's honesty to demonstrate how gratitude has always helped people endure hardship and find unity. It challenges us to shift our focus from what we lack to what we have, to recognize God’s work in our...
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Let Go of the Dinosaur
This message invites us to see stewardship in a different light, not just as a financial duty but as a spiritual opportunity. In Luke 12:15, we're reminded that life isn't about possessions but about purpose. The "dinosaur" symbolizes anything we cling to out of fear, pride, or the illusion of...
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Kostia - His Music and Inspirational Life Interview with Pastor Lonnie
Konstantin Efimov was born in 1958 in St. Petersburg, Russia, the elder (by 10 years) of two sons born to Igor Efimov, well-established movie actor, and his wife, Irina, whom he met while attending Moscow's prestigious Maly Theater School. Irina performed on stage until a few days before Kostia's...
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Grateful When Life's Good, and When It's Not
This message challenges the idea that gratitude is only for good times and instead calls us to practice thankfulness even when life gets tough. Based on 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, it clearly distinguishes between being thankful for all circumstances and being thankful in them. The message reminds…
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Faith That Works When Like Feels Like a Mess
Life can crash unexpectedly—plans fall apart, emotions spiral, and nothing seems to go right. But faith isn’t built in comfort; it’s shaped in chaos. In this message by Pastor Lonnie, we’re reminded that God uses life’s messes to strengthen our faith. True joy isn’t pretending everything’s fine;...
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Light in the Darkest Moments
The tragic death of Charlie Kirk has left many grieving, fearful, and overwhelmed. In his message, Pastor Lonnie urges the church to face this pain honestly while grounding our response in the gospel. In a world quick to speak and quick to divide, we are called to slow down, listen carefully, and...
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Built to Last
In Built to Last: Storm-Proof Faith, Pastor Lonnie draws from Matthew 7:24-29 to show that resilience and the ability to withstand life’s storms come not from intentions or appearances, but from obedience to Jesus Christ. Like the wise and foolish builders who faced the same storm, our lives…
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Let Go of Worry
Pastor Lonnie's message addresses the common struggle with worry through Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 6:19–34. The sermon explains that worry stems from uncertainty—we only stress over what we don’t know. If we knew what the future held or trusted in God’s provision and outcomes, we wouldn’t worry....
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The Secret Place
In this message, Pastor Lonnie emphasizes how Jesus encourages us to redefine what spiritual authenticity means. While He calls us to let our light shine publicly through acts of service (Matthew 5), He also teaches that personal spiritual practices—such as giving, praying, and fasting—are most...
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Judge Less, Love More
Pastor Lonnie's message reminds us that while it’s easy to notice flaws in others, Jesus calls us to approach people with humility and grace. His command in Matthew 7:1 isn’t about ignoring wrongdoing; it’s about avoiding judgment that isn’t ours to make. Before we try to fix someone else, we…
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Heart Work, Not Hard Work
This message by Pastor Lonnie challenges the idea that spiritual life is about simply following rules or performing religious duties. Jesus calls us to a righteousness that goes beyond outward appearances by not just doing more, but by transforming from within. He shifts the focus from external...
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Pour on the Salt and Turn on the Light
This message by Pastor Lonnie explains Jesus’ call for his followers to be the salt of the earth and light of the world. It encourages us to live out our faith beyond the church walls—intentionally, relationally, and authentically. Salt represents our influence, adding value and preserving…
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Blessed We Can Be
Pastor Lonnie's message introduces a series on the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizing that Jesus’ main message is about spiritual transformation rather than just religious deeds. It urges us to move beyond feelings of defeat and despair into a life filled with spiritual abundance, joy, and purpose....
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Jesus’ Dying Wish
This message by Pastor Lonnie unpacks the often-overlooked “other prayer” of Jesus—the one He prayed the night before His crucifixion, found in John 17. Unlike the familiar Lord’s Prayer, this one is deeply personal and revealing. Jesus isn’t asking for safety or success for His followers—He’s...
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The Red, White, and You
This message reflects on America’s journey as a free nation, emphasizing how young the country still is in the scope of world history. The message illustrates how freedom is a fragile, hard-earned gift that is passed down through just a few lifetimes. Drawing from the words of John Adams and the...
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Four Powerful Words That Shape a Soul
This Father’s Day message speaks to all parents, grandparents, and influencers of the next generation—not just fathers, but anyone shaping young lives. The core idea is that simple, heartfelt words, accompanied by action, hold the power to form a child’s identity and shape their soul for life.…
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Comfort Zones Don’t Walk on Water
This message from Pastor Lonnie challenges us to trade safety for faith. Using vivid personal stories and Matthew 14:22-33, it illustrates that transformative faith requires risk, just like Peter stepping out of the boat into a raging storm to walk toward Jesus. While Peter sank, he at least...
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Out of the Boat - My San Diego Moment
In this personal reflection, Pastor Lonnie sets aside a preplanned sermon to share a pivotal turning point in his spiritual journey—the moment he chose to leave behind comfort and control to follow a risky but divine calling. Sparked by an unexpected invitation to plant a church and solidified...
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Called to Something Bigger
This message by Pastor Lonnie invites us to see our lives as more than a series of tasks or routines—we are chosen, sent, and deeply loved by God for a greater purpose. We are called to live with intention, courage, and compassion through everyday moments and ordinary places. Drawing inspiration...
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To the Edges of Grace - Walking, Touching and Speaking Like Jesus
This message by Pastor Lonnie challenges us to embody the life and love of Jesus in practical, tangible ways. Using the imagery of Jesus’ feet, hands, mouth, and spine, it highlights how He walked toward the outcast, touched the untouchable, spoke words of peace, and stood with unwavering...
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The Heart of a Mother, The Heart of God
In this message, Pastor Lonnie celebrates the sacred calling of motherhood by blending heartfelt truths with relatable stories. It reminds us that mothers—biological, spiritual, and even the Church—are God’s instruments of love, nurture, and grace. From changing diapers to shaping souls, moms...
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Rev. Dr. Lonnie Richardson (Pastor Lonnie) Is the founding and senior pastor of Fox River Congregational Church in Pewaukee Wisconsin.
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