With Jesus’ Ascension, we thankfully don’t have to travel to Jerusalem to see Him. Jesus promises that He has not left us. He reveals to us where He is present and that is in the Means of Grace. The Means of Grace is the Word and Sacraments (Baptism and Holy Communion). In the Divine Service, the Means of Grace can be seen in the service as two mountain tops. The first mountain top is the sermon where Jesus comes to us through His Word. The second mountain top is the service of Holy Communion. Thanks to modern technology, this first mountain top is shared online.
The Lutheran Reformation – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Matthew 11:12-15 “The Message that You Hear Today is for You” October 22, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + The Exordium When something great happens, the announcement is brought to you in the form of a message. The message could come with lots of joy, or maybe the message…
Third Sunday after Michaelmas – Pr. Anderson sermon St. John 4:46-54 “Jesus is Your Protection from Sin, Death, and the Power of the Devil” October 15, 2023 | 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…
Second Sunday after Michaelmas – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Matthew 22:1-14 “Prepare for the Feast; You are clothed in the Wedding Garment” October 8, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father: We thank You, that of Your great mercy You have called us by Your holy Word to the blessed marriage feast of Your…
First Sunday after Michaelmas – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Matthew 9:1-8 “Your Sins are Forgiven by Christ Jesus” October 1, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Hear us, O Lord, as we come to You burdened with our guilt, and bow in faith at Your feet. Speak to us Your word of absolution; say to our souls,…
St. Michael & All Angels – Pr. Anderson sermon Revelation 12:7-12 “Rejoice, for Your Accuser is Defeated” September 24, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Heavenly Father, we thank and praise You for the wonders of Your creation. That as You created the earth and the creatures that dwell on it, You also created the angels to…
Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Matthew 6:24-34 “Sufficient for the Day is its Own Trouble” September 17, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father, we thank You for all Your benefits. that You have given us life and graciously sustained us to this day: We beseech You, do not take…
Fourteenth Sunday after Trinity – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Luke 17:11-19 “Oh Give Thanks unto the Lord, for He is Good” September 10, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father, who by Your Son Jesus Christ delivered us through Your Word and Holy Baptism from the dread leprosy of sin and are pleased daily…
Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Luke 10:23-37 “Since Jesus is Your Good Samaritan, You Will Live” September 3, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + O Lord Jesus Christ, our Good Samaritan and only Mediator, who, seeing us in our guilt and blood, had pity upon us and of Your infinite mercy gave Your…
Twelfth Sunday after Trinity – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Mark 7:31-37 “Jesus Does All Things Well” August 27, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Almighty and everlasting God, who created all things, we thank You that You have given us sound bodies, and have graciously preserved our tongues and other members from the power of the adversary:…
Eleventh Sunday after Trinity – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Luke 18:9-14 “God, Be Merciful to Me, a Sinner” August 20, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Lord God, heavenly Father, we beseech You so to guide and direct us by Your Holy Spirit, that we may not forget our sins and be filled with pride, but continue…