Sermons by Rev. Brock Groth
Colossians 2:6-15 – Brought to Fullness
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, my sin is so burdensome that I can feel like I’m going to crumble under the weight of my guilt. Open not only my ears but especially my heart to…
Matthew 3:13-17 – What God Made Known at Jesus’ Baptism
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, your baptism in the Jordan River revealed who you truly are. The voice from heaven testified that you are the perfect Son of God, anointed by the Holy Spirit to be…
Matthew 2:1-12 – “Where is He Who Has Been Born King of the Jews?”
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 came to bring the light of salvation to this world lost in the darkness of sin and unbelief. Forgive me for the darkness I allow myself to walk in,…
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…
Matthew 11:2-11 – Praise Jesus We Get the John Treatment
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 Christ Jesus, fill me with joy this morning. I am a sinner, Lord, and I am in desperate need of salvation. Point me to the promises and prophecies of the Old Testament…
Matthew 3:1-12 – There’s No Such Thing as Chaffy Wheat
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 Judge of all the earth, you have made clear your will both as it’s written on our hearts and in your Scriptures. You have also set a Day when you will return…
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.…
James 1:16-18 – Always Give Thanks for What He Is
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 of heaven, you bless the earth with your bounteous goodness. Forgive me when I forget your providence and when I fail to thank you for it. Enrich my heart and soul…
Luke 12:35-40 – Be Ready!…But How?
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 Alpha and Omega, I know all things lead to the Last Day when you will return and grant the fullness of eternal life to all who believe. My heart can become distracted,…
2 Thessalonians 1:5-10 – Take Solace in God’s Judgment
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 Judge of all the earth, I can fail to live as one of your people as I face persecution for being one of your people. I can give into anger or worry…
Micah 7:18-20 – “There is No God Like My 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 Lord Jesus, my sin is always before me and my guilt overwhelms me. I need your grace. Praise be to you for securing grace for me. Strengthen my grasp upon your gracious…