St. John's Lutheran Church – Britton, SD

Tag: Joy

  • 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.

  • From Vanity Under the Sun to Victory Under the Son

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    Click here to listen to this sermon. “I the Preacher have been king over Israel in Jerusalem. And I applied my heart to seek and to search out by wisdom all that is done under heaven. It is an unhappy business that God has given to the children of man to be busy with. I have seen…

  • A Little While

    A Little While

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    The sermon reflects on Jesus’ words to His disciples about sorrow and joy. It emphasizes the transient nature of pain, using the analogy of childbirth to illustrate that suffering is temporary. Ultimately, Jesus reassures His followers of His resurrection, promising an everlasting joy that follows their brief period of sorrow.