Shadows of the Cross
by Pastor Joshua LeBorious
The sermons gathered here will delve into the profound implications of Christ's sacrifice for you and the person God has called you to be. Just as shadows stretch out from the cross, so it the far-reaching impact of the crucifixion in the life of a believer. Just as shadows reveal the presence of an object even when it's not directly visible, the podcast explores the multifaceted and enduring influence of the cross on believers' lives. Join LCMS Pastor Joshua LeBorious in diving into God's Word and it's eternal message for you.
Episodes
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Beyond Your Wildest Imagination
In this message from Revelation 7, we were reminded that God graciously promises us a perfect eternity. We were also encouraged to face death with confidence in hope. This sermon was recorded during worship on November 1, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Am I Good?
In this message from Romans 3, we were reminded that God graciously makes us good enough. We were also reminded to be confident in our Savior. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on October 25th, 2027.
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Imitation
In this message based on 1 Thessalonians 1, we are reminded that God has brought the Gospel to you in power. We were also encouraged to find an example, imitate an example, and be an example. This sermon was recorded during worship on October 18, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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God's Got This
In this message from Philippians 4, we were reminded that God will take care of us in all situations. We were also encouraged to let anxiety be fuel for our discipleship and our prayer lives. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on October 11, 2026.
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You Can't Steal From God
In this message from Matthew 21, we were reminded that God graciously preserves His church and fulfills His promises. We were also encouraged to give God alone the glory. This sermon was recorded during worship on October 4th, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Look Out For Number One
In this message from Philippians 2, we were reminded that God graciously looks out for us. We were also encouraged to look out for the people in front of us. This sermon was recorded during worship on September 27, 2027 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Seek the Lord
In this message from Isaiah 55, we were reminded that God has compassion and pardons us. We were encouraged to seek God where He promises to be found. This sermon was recorded during worship on September 20th, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Here I Stand
In this message from Jeremiah 15, we were reminded that God graciously promises to be with us when we feel alone and bolster us when we falter. We were also encouraged to stand by our faith. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on August 30th, 2026.
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Anchor It in Prayer
In this message from Matthew 15, we were reminded that God graciously answers our prayers. We were also encouraged to make prayer the first response to problems in our lives. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on August 16th, 2026.
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He Comes to You
In this message from Matthew 14, we were reminded that God graciously draws near to us. We were also encouraged to patiently wait for God to come to us. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on August 9, 2026.
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Eat What Is Good
In this message from Isaiah 55, we were reminded that God graciously provides for our spiritual nourishment. We were also encouraged to listen diligently and eat what is good. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on August 2nd, 2026.
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Two Promises, One Stronghold
In this message from Romans 8, we were reminded that nothing can separate us from the love of God who works all things for our good. We were also encouraged to live with confidence and boldness in His promises to us. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood…
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The Power of His Word
In this message from Isaiah 55, we were reminded that God graciously speaks Words of salvation for us. We were also encouraged to read, hear, and experience God's Word as seriously as it should be read, heard, and experienced. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in...
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Wheat and Weeds
In this message from Matthew 13, we were reminded that God graciously shows patience with His people and will set all things right. We were also equipped to deal with the question of evil. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on July 19, 2026.
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Abide
In this message from John 15, we were reminded that Christ graciously calls us His friends. We were also encouraged to abide in Him. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on July 5, 2026.
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The Law in Its Proper Place
In this message from Romans 7, we were reminded that we no longer have to use the law to prove we're good enough. We were also encouraged to keep the law in its proper place in our minds and in our lives. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on June…
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Justified
In this message from Romans 6, we were reminded that we don't have to justify ourselves, God justifies us. We were also encouraged to struggle against sin in our lives. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on June 21, 2026.
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Pictures of the Harvest
In this message from Matthew 9 and 10, we were reminded that God's compassion for us brought us in from the cold. We were also encouraged to play our part in the harvest. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on June 14, 2026.
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If I Could Snap My Fingers
In this message from Hosea 6, we were reminded that God promises to heal us, bind us up, revive us, and raise us up. We were also encouraged to know and love God more. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on June 7, 2026.
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The Triune God
In this message from Acts 2, we were reminded that God graciously gives us the Trinity to grasp His work. We were reminded to give thanks and make fitting requests to the three-in-one. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on May 31st, 2026.
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Spirit of Proclamation
In this message from Numbers 11, we were reminded that God graciously sends His Spirit to us. We were also encouraged to look for opportunities to prophesy to people within our spheres of influence. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on May 24, 2026.
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I Thank God For You
In this message from Ephesians 1, we were reminded that God graciously gives us faith and calls us to hope. We were also encouraged to give thanks for our faith and pray for one another. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on May 17, 2026.
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Cast Down Your Idols
In this message from Acts 17, we were reminded that God gives us our lives and our salvation. We were also encouraged to make our faith our number one priority. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on May 10, 2026.
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Here I Stand
In this message from Acts 6 and 7, we were reminded that God graciously gives us strength and wisdom when we need it. We were also encouraged to stand tall in our faith. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on May 3, 2026.
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The Right Voice
In this message from John 10, we were reminded that God graciously leads us into good things. We were also encouraged to carefully evaluate the leading influences in our lives. This sermon was recorded during worship on April 26th, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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If You Could Ask One Question
In this message from Luke 24, we were reminded that God graciously, patiently draws us to Himself. We were also encouraged to read the Scriptures honestly. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on April 19, 2026.
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The King Approaches
In this message from John 12, we were reminded that God graciously coronated a Savior for us. We were also encouraged to observe Holy Week. This sermon was recorded during worship on March 29th, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Out of the Grave
In this message from John 11, we were reminded that God graciously brings us out of the grave. We are encouraged to seek comfort in God's gifts for us. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on March 22, 2026.
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Why I Follow
In this message from John 9, we were reminded that God graciously gives us eyes to see Jesus. We are encouraged to be ready to give a reason for the hope we have. This sermon was recorded on March 15th, 2026 during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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God Provides When We Cannot
In this message from Exodus 17, we were reminded that God graciously provides when we cannot. We were also encouraged to make prayer our first action when we find ourselves in need. This sermon was recording during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on March 8th, 2026.
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God is Calling
In this message from Genesis 12, we were reminded that God graciously calls us into blessings. We were also encouraged to discern our callings. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on March 1, 2026.
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Threads of Fate
In this message from Romans 5, we were reminded that God binds us to Himself. We were also encouraged to take on a humble, repentant demeanor. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on February 22, 2026.
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Inspired, Inerrant
In this message from 2 Peter, we were reminded that God graciously gives us His Word to point us to His Son. We were also encouraged to carry our Bibles with us and dive into them as often as we can. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on February…
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Salt and Light
In this message from Matthew 5, we were reminded that God graciously preserves us and illuminates the way for us. We were also encouraged to be extraordinary in our vocations. This sermon was recorded during worship on February 8, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Balance the Scales
In this message from Micah 6, we are reminded that God graciously resolves our need for sacrifice. We are also encouraged to respond to His gifts by walking humbly with Him. This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on February 1, 2026.
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Fishers of Men
In this message based on Matthew 4, we are reminded that God graciously reels us into the light of His grace. We are also encouraged to be fishers of men. The resources mentioned in the message can be found at this website. This sermon was recorded during worship on January 25th, 2026 at Hope...
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Follow Me
In this message from John, we are reminded that God graciously calls us by the Holy Spirit. We are also encouraged to live as disciples. This sermon was recorded in worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on January 18, 2025.
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Who You Once Were, Who You Are Now
In this message from Romans 6, we are reminded that God graciously gives us a new identity rooted in our new life in Christ. We are also encouraged to struggle against our pet sins.This sermon was recorded during worship on January 11, 2026 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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The Mystery of the Gospel
In this message from Ephesians, we are reminded that God graciously reveals the mystery of salvation to us. We are also encouraged to not make the Gospel into hidden, guarded knowledge. This sermon was recorded on January 4, 2026 in worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Divine Inheritance
In this sermon from Galatians 4, we are reminded that God graciously makes us His heirs. We are reminded to act like it.This sermon was recorded on December 28th, 2025 during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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With New Eyes
In this message from Luke 2, we are reminded that Jesus graciously came to reconcile us with God. We are also encouraged to run to meet our God in worship, prayer, and Bible Study. This sermon was recorded during worship on Christmas Eve at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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Are You Even Listening?
In this message from Isaiah 7, we are reminded that God offers deliverance even before we ask for it. We are also encouraged to trust in God and actively listen for His guidance.This sermon was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on December 21st, 2025.
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The Story of Everything
In this devotion, we are reminded that God graciously provided a savior. We are encouraged to prepare our hearts for Christmas. This was recorded during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on December 14th, 2025.
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Prepare the Way
In this message from Matthew 3, we were reminded that God graciously comes to us with the Kingdom. We were also encouraged to make the way to Him straight for ourselves and for each other. This sermon was recorded in worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on December 7th, 2025.
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Light in the Dark
In this message from Romans 13, we are reminded that God graciously armors us with His light. We are also encouraged to make love a hallmark of our identity. This sermon was recorded in worship at Hope Lutheran Church on November 30th, 2025.
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The Words of a Dying God // The Words of a Risen King
In this message from Luke 23, we are reminded that God graciously promises us a place in paradise. We are also encouraged to confess our sins and defer to His authority.This sermon was recording during worship at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX on November 23, 2025.
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Who Do People Say I Am?
In this message from Exodus 4, we are reminded that God graciously shows us who He is in Jesus. We are also encouraged to be able to describe who our God is to someone who doesn't know.
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To Whom It May Concern
A message from the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 where we are reminded that God graciously blesses us in our brokenness. We are also encouraged to see His blessings. This sermon was recorded on November 2nd, 2025 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
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The Truth
A message from John 8 where we are reminded that God graciously sets us free from sin. We are also encouraged to boldly declare "our truth" as THE Truth. This sermon was recorded on October 26th, 2025 at Hope Lutheran Church in Friendswood, TX.
About this show
The sermons gathered here will delve into the profound implications of Christ's sacrifice for you and the person God has called you to be. Just as shadows stretch out from the cross, so it the far-reaching impact of the crucifixion in the life of a believer. Just as shadows reveal the presence of an object even when it's not directly visible, the podcast explores the multifaceted and enduring influence of the cross on believers' lives. Join LCMS Pastor Joshua LeBorious in diving into God's Word and it's eternal message for you.
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