I rejoiced with those who said to me,
“Let us go to the house of the Lord.” Psalm 122:1

Sermons on John

The Word Became Flesh

Christmas Day – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 1:1-14 “The Word Became Flesh” December 25, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + The Exordium There are many Christmas movies out there that will tell you this is the season of miracles. It is a time of hope and joy. Well to say this is the season of miracles,…

Who are You?

The Fourth Sunday in Advent – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 1:19-28 “Who are You?” December 22, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father, it is good and right that we should give thanks to You, that You have given us a glorious baptism like that of John the Baptist, and that therein You…

The Grafted Tree and the Tree of Life

Midweek Advent Three – Pr. Anderson sermon John 15:5-6, Revelation 22:1-5 “The Grafted Tree and the Tree of Life” December 18, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Heavenly Father and God of all grace and mercy, we thank you for your boundless mercy. As we strive for goodness to please you, we know how difficult and impossible…

The Son Sets You Free, You will be Free Indeed

The 2024 Area Reformation Service – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 8:31-36 “The Son Sets You Free, You will be Free Indeed” October 26, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + The Exordium The wind is howling and the boat is rocking. St. Paul’s final journey had him on a ship headed for Rome. For this journey, he…

Jesus is the One who Hears Your Cries

The Third Sunday after Michaelmas – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 4:46-54 “Jesus is the One who Hears Your Cries” October 20, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Almighty and everlasting God, by Your Son You have promised us the forgiveness of sins, righteousness, and everlasting life: We beseech You, by Your Holy Spirit so enliven our…

Peace I Leave with You, My Peace I Give You

The Festival of Pentecost – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 14:23-31 “Peace I Leave with You, My Peace I Give You” May 19, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + The Exordium The festival half of the church year is coming to an end. It feels like it wasn’t that long ago, when we gathered under candlelight to…

Jesus is with You Through the Promised Comforter

Easter 7 Exaudi – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 15:26-16:4 “Jesus is with You Through the Promised Comforter” May 12, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father, we give thanks to You, that through Your Holy Spirit You have appointed us to bear witness of Your dear Son, our Lord Jesus Christ: We beseech…

Asking the Father in Jesus’ Name

Easter 6 Rogate – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 16:23-30 “Asking the Father in Jesus’ Name” May 5, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father, through Your Son You have promised us that whatever we ask in His name You will give us: We beseech You, keep us in Your Word, and grant us…

You Are Guided in Truth

Easter 5 Cantate – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 16:5-15 “You Are Guided in Truth” April 28, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Send, we humbly ask You, Almighty God, Your Holy Spirit into our hearts, that He may rule and direct us according to Your will; comfort us in all our temptations and afflictions, defend us…

No One Will Take Away Your Joy

Easter 4 Jubilate – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 16:16-23 “No One Will Take Away Your Joy” April 21, 2024 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father, through Your Son You promised us Your Holy Spirit, that He should convince the world of sin, of righteousness, and of judgment: We beseech You, enlighten our hearts,…