St. John's Lutheran Church – Britton, SD

Tag: Lazarus

  • The God Who Cries at Funerals

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    This sermon reflects on God’s profound love and compassion, illustrated through Jesus’ weeping at Lazarus’ tomb. It emphasizes that while death causes deep grief, Jesus promises eternal life for those who believe in Him. His resurrection illustrates the ultimate victory over death, providing hope and assurance of everlasting life to believers.

  • 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…