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.
Thanksgiving Day – Pr. Anderson sermon Psalm 147 “O Come Let Us Worship the Lord, For He is Our Maker” November 23, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + Oh give thanks to the Lord, for He is good and His mercy endures forever. Lord God, heavenly Father, You have created us and endowed us with all that…
Second to Last Sunday of the Church Year – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Matthew 25:31-46 “You are Blessed by My Father” November 19, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + O almighty, eternal and merciful God, by Your beloved Son, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, You established the kingdom of grace for us in Your holy Church…
Third to Last Sunday of the Church Year – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Matthew 24:15-28 “Christ is coming in a Flash for You” November 12, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + O Lord Jesus Christ, who will come again in majesty to judge the living and the dead and call forth all who sleep in the graves,…
All Saints Day – Pr. Anderson sermon St. Matthew 5:1-12 “Blessed are those who Mourn, for they shall be Comforted” November 5, 2023 | Christ Lutheran Church In Nomine Iesu + + + O almighty and everlasting God, through Your only-begotten and beloved Son, Jesus Christ, You will sanctify all Your elect and beloved: Give us grace to follow their faith, hope,…
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…