St. John's Lutheran Church – Britton, SD

Tag: Luke 15

  • 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.

  • Letters from a Loving Father: The Parable of the Prodigal Son

    Letters from a Loving Father: The Parable of the Prodigal Son

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    Click here to listen to this sermon. The text for today is our Gospel lesson, Luke 15:11-32, which has already been read. Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. The traditional title for this parable, “The Prodigal Son,” is found in 16th-century English Bibles and goes back to…