Lakeside Light: Weekly Presbyterian Sermons & Bible Teaching

Part 3 of 3 — No Fair!

What does fairness look like when we encounter the generosity of God?

In this final message of the “No Fair!” series, we explore Jonah 3:10–4:11 and Matthew 20:1–16.

Jonah is angry because God shows mercy to Nineveh. In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus tells a parable in which workers hired at different times receive the same wage. In both stories, human calculations about fairness col...

In Part 2 of Lakeside Church's three-part series, No Fair! The Math of Forgiveness, we explore the challenging and liberating biblical call to forgive.

Peter wants to know how many times he is required to forgive. Jesus' response in Matthew 18:21–35 challenges the very idea that forgiveness should be measured by a limit or a scoreboard.

Through the parable of the unforgiving servant, Jesus contrasts the enormous mercy one serva...

Sermon Series: Part 1 of 3

Date: Sunday, September 6, 2026
Worship: 11:00 a.m.
Church: Lakeside Presbyterian Church
Scripture: Romans 13:8-14, Matthew 18:15-20 

Speaker: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Mi...

By: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20
Date: August 23, 2026

What does our confession of Jesus Christ mean for the way we actually live?

This week’s message brings together two powerful passages. In Matthew 16, Peter declares Jesus to be the Messiah, the Son of the living God. In Romans 12, Paul describes the transformed life that flows from belonging to Christ.

We are invited to become ...

In this week’s Lakeside Light Podcast, we explore Genesis 45:1–15 and Psalm 133 and consider what these Scriptures teach us about forgiveness, reconciliation, and Christian unity.

Joseph’s encounter with his brothers reminds us that God can work through even the most painful chapters of our lives. Psalm 133 reminds us that unity among God’s people is both good and precious.

This message invites us to consider ...

Joseph's betrayal and Peter's fear seem like very different stories, yet both reveal the same faithful God. In this episode we explore how God's purposes continue even when circumstances seem hopeless and how Jesus reaches out to us when fear causes us to sink.

Scripture:
Genesis 37:18–28
Matthew 14:22–33

You'll discover:

• What Joseph teaches us about trusting God's unseen plan.
• Why Peter began to sink—and ...

Why do we keep chasing things that promise fulfillment but leave us empty?

This episode explores Isaiah 55:1–5 and Psalm 145:8–9, 14–21, inviting us to recognize our deepest spiritual hunger and God's gracious invitation to abundant life. Discover how God's steadfast love satisfies what success, possessions, and accomplishments never can.

In this episode you'll discover:

• Why Isaiah asks, "Why do you spend your mo...

Join Lakeside Presbyterian Church in Lakeside Park, Kentucky as General Presbyter Lisa Allgood explores How do we respond when our hearts are broken by the condition of our world, our families, or our communities?

In this message from Nehemiah 1:1–2:6 and 1 John 5:14, we discover how God transforms concern into courageous action through prayer. Before Nehemiah rebuilt Jerusalem’s walls, he first knelt before God....

Scriptures: Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24, Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures: Romans 8:1-11, Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23  

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures: Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 

Bio: John Hodges-Batzka serves as the Coordinator of the Northern Kentucky Youth Group (Illumination), providing youth programming for several area PCUSA and UCC churches. A Detroit-area native, John received his Masters of Divinity degree from Vanderbilt University Divinity School, where he met his wife, Diana. They live in Bellevue with their dog, Annie. When he is not wor...

Scriptures: Jeremiah 20:7-13, Matthew 10:24-39 

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures: Romans 5:1-8, Matthew 9:35-10:8 

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures: Psalm 8, Matthew 28:16-20 

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures: Acts 2:1-21 

Bio: Sharon has a passion for leading and participating in worship.  Completing her Master of Divinity degree from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Sharon graduated in December 2021. Sharon has ministered in parish pastoral care, Christian education, and small group ministry since the mid-eighties and youth ministry since 2011. She served on the Presbytery Youth Connection from 2012 through 202...

Scriptures: Acts 1:6-14, Luke 24:44-53 

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures: Acts 17:22-31, John 14:15-21 

Bio: The Rev. Dr. Louisa W. Umphres is pastor and head of staff at Lakeside Presbyterian Church. She holds a BA in History from Duke University, Masters of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from the Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.  #lakesidepresbyterianchurch

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Scriptures: Acts 6:8-13, 15 Acts7:51-60 

Bio: Sharon has a passion for leading and participating in worship.  Completing her Master of Divinity degree from United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Sharon graduated in December 2021. Sharon has ministered in parish pastoral care, Christian education, and small group ministry since the mid-eighties and youth ministry since 2011. She served on the Presbytery Youth Connection from ...