Sermons on Isaiah
Isaiah 9:2,6,7 – Hope Is Born
A FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS The service for today is a special service of praise and prayer that guides us in our worship of Christ as the One who fulfilled God’s promises of a Savior born for the world. CHOIR Were You There on that Christmas Night? DIALOGUE OF PRAISE HYMN 347 Angels from the Realms of Glory sts. 1, Ref, 2, 5 FIRST LESSON Genesis 3:8–15 HYMN 356 God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen sts. 1, Ref, 4 5 SECOND LESSON Genesis 22:15–18 HYMN…
Isaiah 7:10-14 – The Lord Chose Quite the Sign
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Lord God, when our human race was in need of salvation, you actually became one with us by taking on human flesh. Calm my fears today with the knowledge that you are…
Isaiah 2:1-5 – Let Your Heart Stream to the Cross
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Lord Jesus, despite being the Son of God, your humility on display on Palm Sunday as you rode to die for me is the perfect example of what I anticipate in Advent.…
Isaiah 43:8-13 – Take the Witness Stand: Who is the True God?
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Gracious Father in heaven, you desire the salvation of all people. You have also made me a part of your plan to share the message of Christ crucified for the world. Forgive…
Isaiah 43:16-21 – Remember: We’re Formed to Praise God for His Grace
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Triune God, though you bless the world more than we all know, the world sadly does not treasure you or things that are most precious to you. Forgive me for doing the…
Isaiah 6:1-8 – The Holy One Takes Away Sin
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Holy Lord God, your glory fills the earth and your grace knows no bounds. You desire all people to know of your grace, and yet I fail to tell others because I…
Isaiah 6:1-3, 10-11 – A Joyous Gift Exchange
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Lord Jesus Christ, you are the source of my every lasting joy. Forgive me when I seek joy that is fleeting over and above the joy you bring through the gospel, and…
Isaiah 64:1-9 – Can WE Still Be Saved?
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Lord Jesus, you have brought me to the beginning of another church year as I wait in eager expectation of your coming on the Last Day. Bless me today as I prepare…
Isaiah 25:6-9 – Head for the Hills!
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP God the Father, what a wonderful invitation you have extended to me through the gospel! Expose and forgive my sins today of when I fail to appreciate and threaten to reject this…
Isaiah 42:14-21 – Hear and Listen! Look and See!
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Lord Jesus, when I was spiritually blind and wandering in darkness, you opened my spiritual eyes to your grace. Forgive me for the times I still struggle to open my eyes to…
Isaiah 49:1-6 – Shine the Light of God’s Servant
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Lamb of God, thank you for giving your life in place of mine. Thank you for shedding your blood to cover my sin and wash me clean. Thank you for paying the…
Isaiah 42:1-7 – Behold, My Servant!
WELCOME TO WORSHIP In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus. PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP Lord Jesus, at just the right time you appeared to the world. In the midst of the darkness, you shined the light of God’s glory. Show me today the ways I fail…