Sermons from 2024
Hebrews 2:10-18 – “It was Fitting”
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 gifts to us know no bounds! You bless us in so many ways, especially with the gift of our Savior Jesus. As I meditate on your Word today, help me…
John 1:1-18 – Who Was Born that Day?
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 in heaven, the day is here. Today I praise you for the day the Word became flesh for me. I thank you for fulfilling your promises to come to my rescue.…
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE Tonight’s service highlights the meaning of the birth of the Christchild and therefore the reason for our celebration of him at Christmas. PRESERVICE MUSIC performed by St. Paul’s students PROCESSIONAL 354 O Come, All Ye Faithful The Meaning of the Christmas Tree CONGREGATIONAL HYMN 327 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel sts. 1,3,4 The Prophets Tell of God’s Salvation Grades 3-4 – Isaiah 7:14 Grades 3-4 – Micah 5:2 CONGREGATIONAL HYMN 333 O Little Town of Bethlehem sts. 1,3,4 Jesus Is Born Grades 1-2 – Luke…
Luke 1:39-55 – Our Savior Lifts Up the Lowly
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 our Savior, in this cheerful season we can allow ourselves to be weighed down with deadlines and busy schedules and the pressure of perfect celebrations. In the midst of it all…
Luke 3:7–18 – What Should We Do Then?
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, I often allow the stress of this season with all of its earthly deadlines and focus to steal the true joy it should bring. Remind me again today that true,…
Mark 1:1-8 – John’s Preparations for Jesus Prepare Us Too
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 all, I can sometimes view this time of the year as a hectic time, one that brings more work and extra stress. Refocus my mind and heart today as I…
1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 – Help Supply What is Lacking
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, the time of Advent is a time of repentance and preparation for your second coming as we contemplate your first coming. I must confess that I have not always approached…
Deuteronomy 8:10–18 – Do Not Forget
WELCOME TO WORSHIPIn 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 WORSHIPGod 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…
Jude 20-25 – Keep Yourselves in God’s Love
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 Exalted King, bless my worship of you today. Direct my eyes to the skies as I await fulfillment of your promised return. Show your mercy to me so that I can show…
Hebrews 9:24-28 – What the Real Day of Atonement Means for Us
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 and offered your life as the atoning sacrifice for my sins. Yet I sin often and the Day of your judgment can therefore make fear rise in my…
Mark 12:38-44 – Remember the Divine Exchange Rate
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 all, my life on earth is temporary and I have an eternal inheritance awaiting me in heaven thanks to Jesus my Savior. Forgive me for failing to see my earthly…
John 11:32-44 – Jesus Really Wants Us to Believe
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 glory, I know that in this life I will face difficult times, especially as I face the reality of death. Bolster my heart and my faith today by pointing beyond…