Jan 27, 2020
Jesus Got Baptized? (Baptism of Jesus)
By: Troy Schreiner
The Greek word epiphany literally means "to shine into," bringing to mind how the special star lead the wise men to worship the baby Jesus. But the Greek word is normally used in the sense of "appearance." For 18 centuries, Christians have set aside the early part of the new year to talk about how God reveals Jesus' identity as true God, Messiah, the Christ - the anointed Savior. Epiphany also stresses that when one has seen Jesus with eyes of faith, they are never the same.
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- Jan 27, 2020Jesus Got Baptized? (Baptism of Jesus)Jan 27, 2020Jesus Got Baptized? (Baptism of Jesus)By: Troy SchreinerThe Greek word epiphany literally means "to shine into," bringing to mind how the special star lead the wise men to worship the baby Jesus. But the Greek word is normally used in the sense of "appearance." For 18 centuries, Christians have set aside the early part of the new year to talk about how God reveals Jesus' identity as true God, Messiah, the Christ - the anointed Savior. Epiphany also stresses that when one has seen Jesus with eyes of faith, they are never the same.
- Jan 26, 2020Week 4: Many Parts, One BodyJan 26, 2020Week 4: Many Parts, One BodyBy: Troy SchreinerIf you were compiling a list of the most important parts of your body, it might be hard to come up with a clear answer. So many parts play such important roles for you to stay alive and function; so many parts are dependent on each other's work to function properly! As God tells us in his Word, the same is true of the body of Christ. Many parts play different roles, but all for the same purpose. And you, every single one of you, are part of Christ's body. So what part are you? What role or function do you play? And what's most important? We'll look to God's Word to turn on the lightbulb for us as we celebrate "Body of Christ" Sunday.Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27
- Jan 12, 2020Week 3: Why be a Pastor or TeacherJan 12, 2020Week 3: Why be a Pastor or TeachereeThe pay isn't very high, compared to some other jobs. The hours of work are rarely 9-5. The nature of the work sometimes causes people to despise, rather than love you. The work is often physically and emotionally taxing. So, why would anyone ever want to enter the public ministry and serve as a pastor or teacher? today, we have Pastor Evan Chartrand from Luther Preparatory School here to share God's Word with us, and to turn on the lightbulb in our heads for that difficult question! Pastor Chartrand will also talk about the work that's being done at Luther Prep, and other synod schools which exist to encourage and equip young men and women to consider serving God in public ministry as a pastor or teacher.Sermon Text: Matthew 9:35-38
- Jan 5, 2020Week 1: Why the Wise Men?Jan 5, 2020Week 1: Why the Wise Men?By: Troy SchreinerToday we celebrate Epiphany, which means "shine into." This season begins by commemorating the first time the Son of God in the flesh was worshiped by someone from another part of the world than Israel. Magi from the East (Persia) followed a special star, created by God to mark the presence of his Son. These wise Men worshiped Jesus and brought him gifts. But, who exactly are these unknown men? What purpose do they serve, that we celebrate their coming to see Jesus with a special church service? This is a lightbulb moment. Who are these Wise Men? What do they mean for us? We look to God's Word to "turn on the light" and help us understand the value and importance of The Wise Men this Epiphany.Sermon Text: Matthew 2:1-12
