Hear the full audio of "Watchful and Prepared" A sermon on Matthew 25:1-13 Last Sunday of the Church Year, 26 November 2017 Lamps need oil to give light. Such "common sense" seems to escape half of those who were chosen to accompany this Bridegroom into the wedding feast. All were chosen, each called to the … Continue reading Watchful and Prepared
The Steadfastness of Hope
Hear the full audio of "The Steadfastness of Hope" A sermon on 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Thanksgiving Eve, 22 November 2017 Four days ago, a British newspaper headline reports: Horror as 1,000-strong mob attacks CHURCH forcing Christians to lock themselves inside Other stories in recent weeks describe similar events in Egypt. In one story, groups of … Continue reading The Steadfastness of Hope
Earthly Examples for Heavenly Citizens
Hear the full audio of "Earthly Examples for Heavenly Citizens" A sermon on Philippians 3:17-21 23rd Sunday after Trinity, 19 November 2017 The world just loves a good scandal, the chance to take the powerful and prominent down a notch or twelve. Yet people seem to hunger for real, worthy examples. We want and we … Continue reading Earthly Examples for Heavenly Citizens
Partners in the Gospel
Hear the full audio of "Partners in the Gospel" A sermon on Philippians 1:3-11 (ESV) 22nd Sunday after Trinity, 12 November 2017 Congregation life is meant to be a blessed partnership between Pastor and people. Christ bids us behold one another in light of the Gospel. Pastor looks upon each member and rejoices, "My Lord … Continue reading Partners in the Gospel
The World Does Not Know Him–or You
Hear the full audio of "The World Does Not Know You" A sermon on 1 John 3:1-3 All Saints' Day (Observed), 5 November 2017 All Saints’ Day provides opportunity for us to remember with thanksgiving all the saints of God. We remember those who have gone before us, out of the great tribulation. We rejoice … Continue reading The World Does Not Know Him–or You
You Will Know The Truth
Click to hear the full audio of "The Reformation: On Truth" A sermon on John 8:31-36 Reformation Day (Observed), 29 October 2017 As we observe the 500th Anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, our attention focuses on the promise Jesus makes to those who believe in him: "if you abide in My Word, you are truly … Continue reading You Will Know The Truth
The Reformation: On Forgiveness
Click to hear the full audio of "The Reformation: On Forgiveness" A sermon on Matthew 9:1-9 (ESV) Ninteenth Sunday after Trinity, 22 October 2017 The Reformation centers squarely on Jesus and the forgiveness of sins in His name. Our Gospel reading shows that Jesus has authority here on earth, right where real sinners are found, … Continue reading The Reformation: On Forgiveness
On Christian Unity: The Sermon
Hear the full audio of "On Christian Unity" (Click HERE to listen...having plugin problems...) A sermon on Ephesians 4:1-6 (ESV) Seventeenth Sunday after Trinity, 8 October 2017 The "one, holy, Christian and apostolic Church," we believe, is indivisible. Unity in the Church is not ours to accomplish, the result of human effort or wisdom. Rather, … Continue reading On Christian Unity: The Sermon
The Mistress of The House: The Sermon
Hear the full audio of "The Mistress of The House" A sermon on 1 Kings 17:17-24 16th Sunday after Trinity / 1 October 2017 This widow is not defined by her grief, her anger, her loss, but The Mistress of the House is defined by her faith that freely received God’s gifts and freely gives … Continue reading The Mistress of The House: The Sermon
Words of Life and Healing: The Sermon
Hear the full audio of "Words of Life and Healing" A sermon on Proverbs 4:10-23 / Luke 17:11-19 Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity, 17 September 2017 Today, Immanuel Lutheran celebrates Rally Day and resumes Christian education for all ages. Bibles are gifted to our young ones, teachers blessed and entrusted before God with their sacred teaching … Continue reading Words of Life and Healing: The Sermon
Isaiah 50:4 Blues 