Sermons from September 2021

Genealogies and Jesus

Have you ever wondered why there are so many lists of names in the Bible? Rather than sections of Scripture to skip, these important sections of Scripture trace God’s faithfulness in delivering on his promise for a descendent who will reverse the fall, who will bless the nations, and who will rule and reign forever and ever. The genealogies start with Adam but have their end in Jesus. The genealogies, in pointing to Jesus, are good news! Passage: Luke 3:23-38

Go, Stand, Speak: Obeying God Rather Than Men

We consider the actions of the apostles are they are arrested and jailed a second time for declaring Jesus as crucified, risen from the dead, and exalted to the right hand of God. In this crucial time at the very founding of the church, the preeminence of Christ over all is asserted and boldly proclaimed in the midst of opposition. In a time of needed courage, we learn from their example the power of the Spirit, the proclaimed word, and…

Delighting in Jesus’ Baptism

In considering the importance of Jesus’ baptism we not only see the triune nature of God, we see delight and joy in Jesus. The Father is pleased with the Son and so should we be. Here is a reminder to behold Jesus, see him for who he is and take joy in him regardless of the hardships we may be facing. Passage: Luke 3:21-22