St. John's Lutheran Church – Britton, SD

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  • Appearances Can Be Deceiving

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    The sermon emphasizes that appearances can be misleading, using the contrasting lives of Lazarus, a suffering beggar, and a rich man to illustrate moral truths. While the world often equates success with divine favor, true worth is found in faith and humility before God, not wealth or status. Ultimately, it warns against self-reliance and affirms…

  • What Makes the Angels Rejoice?

    What Makes the Angels Rejoice?

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    The sermon emphasizes the joy in heaven over a sinner’s repentance, illustrated through relatable stories of individuals at different life stages. It highlights the importance of recognizing sin, confessing it, and receiving absolution, reiterating that true repentance is continuous and liberates us from guilt. Ultimately, it invites everyone to partake in this joyful process.

  • Choose Life

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    Moses, nearing death, prepares Israel to enter the Promised Land by presenting a choice between life and good, death and evil. He urges commitment to God’s commandments as a path to blessings. This choice reflects a broader biblical theme of faith, obedience, and the consequences of turning away from God versus embracing His grace.

  • Living in the Resurrection Now

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    The sermon emphasizes how Jesus reveals the significance of the Resurrection, not just as a future promise but as a present reality that transforms lives. Through healings, parables, and teachings, Jesus invites believers to live in grace and serve others, recognizing that their eternal assurance affects daily interactions and faith practices.

  • Blood That Speaks

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    Cain sought to earn God’s favor through his works, while Abel’s offering was accepted because it was made in faith. The sermon emphasizes that faith, not works, is what justifies and pleases God. It also highlights the futility of trying to earn God’s favor without faith, as seen in the examples of Cain and Judas…

  • Different Lives, Same Story

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  • Restore the Sinner in a Spirit of Gentleness

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    Click here to listen to this sermon. “Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness” (Galatians 6:1). Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! It’s a question asked by at least one of my children in…

  • Elijah’s Crisis: What Are You Doing Here?

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    The sermon emphasizes God’s encounter with Elijah, who, despite having witnessed divine power, succumbed to despair and self-pity. When questioned by God about his presence, Elijah focuses on his loneliness and perceived failure, forgetting God’s faithfulness. The Lord reassures Elijah, demonstrating patience and love, not through might but a gentle whisper. God reminds Elijah of…

  • Reaching Out to Those Who Sit in Tombs

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    This sermon emphasizes God’s readiness to be found by those who do not seek Him. Despite Israel’s rebellion and rejection of His ways, God’s faithfulness and grace promise redemption through the Savior. The message calls for acknowledgment of sin, the importance of proclaiming the Gospel, and the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ.

  • An Ad Hominem/Ad Deum Attack

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    The text discusses the confrontation between Jesus and the Jews, emphasizing the correct understanding of His identity as the Messiah. Jesus asserts His divine nature with the phrase “I AM,” highlighting doctrines of the Incarnation and Trinity. His claims provoke disbelief and hostility, showcasing the necessity of faith to comprehend His true nature and the…