Trust the Gospel; we are justified by faith.
Sermon for Pentecost 15, September 10, 2023 To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his own blood and made us a kingdom and priests to God his Father—to him be the glory and the power forever. Amen. Galatians 2:11-16 11But when Cephas came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he was clearly wrong. 12For before some people came from James, he ate with the Gentiles. But when those people came, he…
The Lord saves unworthy Christians.
Sermon for Pentecost 14, September 3, 2023 Mercy and peace to you all, “For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all people.” Amen. Jeremiah 15:15-21 15O Lord, you understand. Remember me and care for me. Take vengeance for me on those who persecute me. You are slow to anger. Do not take me away. Keep in mind that for your sake I bear disgrace. 16Your words came to me, and I devoured them. Your words became my…
Built on Christ, we have the keys to heaven.
Sermon for Pentecost 13, August 27, 2023 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Matthew 16:13-20 13When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” 14They said, “Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15He said to them, “But you, who do you say that I am?” 16Simon Peter answered,…
We are citizens united by the blood of Christ.
Sermon for Pentecost 12, August 20, 2023 To all those loved by God…called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Ephesians 2:13-22 13But now in Christ Jesus, you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ. 14For he himself is our peace. He made the two groups one by destroying the wall of hostility that divided them 15when he abolished the law of…
With the Lord, you are never alone.
Sermon for Pentecost 11, August 13, 2023 Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. Amen. 1 Kings 19:9-18 9He came to a cave and spent the night there. Then the word of the Lord suddenly came to him, saying, “Why are you here, Elijah?” 10He said, “I have been very zealous for the Lord, the God of Armies, but the people of Israel have abandoned your covenant. They have torn…
Jesus has compassion to heal our weakness.
Sermon for Pentecost 10, August 6, 2023 Now may the God of hope fill you with complete joy and peace as you continue to believe, so that you overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Matthew 14:13-21 13When Jesus heard this, he withdrew from there in a boat to a deserted place to be alone. When the crowds heard this, they followed him on foot from the towns. 14When Jesus got out of the boat, he…
Keep faith in Jesus your greatest treasure.
Sermon for Pentecost 9, July 30, 2023 Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence. Amen. 1 Timothy 6:17-21 17Instruct those who are rich in this present age not to be arrogant or to put their hope in the uncertainty of riches, but rather…
Put your hope in the Rock of Life.
Sermon for Pentecost 8, July 23, 2023 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. All who do his precepts have good understanding. Amen. Isaiah 44:6-11 6This is what the Lord, the King of Israel, Israel’s Redeemer, the Lord of Armies, says: “I am the first, and I am the last. Except for me there is no god. 7For who is like me? Let him declare it. Let him recite for me in order the things that took…
Treasure the Living Seed (The Word).
Sermon for Pentecost 7, July 16, 2023 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. Amen. Matthew 13:1-9 & 18-23 That same day Jesus left the house and was sitting by the sea. 2A large crowd gathered around him. So he stepped into a boat and sat down, while all the people stood on the shore. 3He told them many things in parables, saying: “Listen,…
Thank God for Jesus’ victory in the battle within.
Sermon for Pentecost 6, July 9, 2023 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. He gave himself for our sins to rescue us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father—to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. Romans 7:15-25 15For I do not understand what I am doing, because I do not keep doing what I want. Instead, I do what I hate. 16And if…
Stand with the Lord before all others.
Sermon for Pentecost 5, July 2, 2023 Grace, mercy, and peace from God our Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen. Exodus 32:28-29 28The Levites did what Moses said, and that day about three thousand men from among the people fell. 29Moses said, “Begin your service of the Lord today. Yes, because every man among you took a stand against his son and against his brother, the Lord is bestowing a blessing on you today.” (EHV) Stand with the Lord…
Endure unafraid until Christ returns for you.
Sermon for Pentecost 4, June 25, 2023 Grace to you and peace from Him who is, who was, and who is coming. Amen. Matthew 10:5, 21-33 5Jesus sent these twelve out and commanded them, … 21“Brother will hand over his brother to death, and a father will do the same with his child. Children will rise up against parents and have them put to death. 22You will be hated by all people because of my name, but whoever endures to…