Sermons by Rev. Brock Groth
1 Timothy 1:12-17 – I’m First
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 Spirit, you are indeed holy, but I am not. I am overwhelmed at times with the number of my sins, and I feel unworthy to be a part of your kingdom…
Genesis 1:1-23 – How Good is 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 Blessed Trinity, who you are goes beyond comprehension for my human mind. Therefore focus me on what I do know today through your revelation. Ease my questions and my doubts, and help…
John 7:37-39 – The One Who Helps Quench Thirst
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 Spirit of Life, though I do not see you, open my eyes to your work today. Refresh me in the fact that you were poured out on the church on…
Acts 1:1-11 – The Final Promises of Jesus
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 Ascended Lord, you are highly exalted and rule over all for the sake of your people. Be with me today as I worship you and am refreshed in the meaning of your…
John 17:1-11a – “They Have Held on to Your Word.”
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 of Glory, I face many difficulties and obstacles in this life. I often let my guard down and put my faith at risk instead of focusing on you. Show me your…
Acts 17:22-31 – A Proper Knowledge
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 Almighty Lord, you showed the power of your love for me when you sent Jesus to die for me and raised him to life for me. Forgive me for the times I…
John 14:1-11 – Trust Him
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 Father, I desire to be with you in heaven forever. Remind me today that there is only one way and one source of truth and life, that is, my Savior Jesus. Strike…
John 10:1-10 – Go through the Only Gate
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 Good Shepherd, forgive me for my straying and forgive me for my complaining as you try to guide me. Lead me today to the quiet waters of your Word and to the…
Luke 24:13-35 – When Something’s Missing
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 Risen Savior, oftentimes I’m slow to believe all that has been written about you and I fail to understand that you suffered in my place for my redemption. Restore my hope today…
Acts 2:14a, 22-32 – The Proof Provided
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 Risen Savior, I can have doubts about your rising from the dead, and I can especially have doubts about what it therefore means about your work on my behalf. Calm my doubts…
Matthew 28:1-10 – Go to the Tomb
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 Risen Savior, there are a lot of moments in this life that don’t make too much of a difference overall. Help me see today that your resurrection is not one of them.…
Matthew 27:45,46 – To Find the Source of Salvation
THE SERVICE OF DARKNESS On Good Friday, the Christian Church remembers the crucifixion of our Lord Jesus. Although our remembrance is solemn, it is not a message of gloom. It is a message of adoration toward Jesus, the Lamb of God. On this day almost 2,000 years ago, Jesus offered up his life as the atoning sacrifice for the sins of the world. The Service of Darkness—often called Tenebrae (Latin for “darkness”)—guides us to reflect deeply on Jesus’ sufferings for our…