Sermon Archives

Stand alone day
Alleluia. A cloud covered them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!” Alleluia.

You are…so be
Alleluia. Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Alleluia.

Trust in God’s Strength
Alleluia. Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Alleluia.

The Savior brings light to those in darkness. Isaiah 8:9-14
Alleluia. The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. Alleluia.

The Savior calls a people to himself. Isaiah 49:1-6
Alleluia. Jesus Christ is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. Alleluia.

The Savior is anointed. Isaiah 42:1-7
Alleluia. You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased. Alleluia.

Epiphany – Isaiah 52: All the ends of the earth will see God’s salvation
Alleluia. Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him. Alleluia.

Children’s Christmas Eve Rescheduled Service
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Advent 4 – God’s Kingdom Will Come Through the Child Immanuel
Watch the serviceRead the sermon Who would believe it? Years ago there was a fisherman. He used to go out to his own small lake because of the tasty pan fish that were there. And, one day, he caught a massive fish. He reeled it in. He got it beside the boat. He even...

Advent 3 – God’s kingdom brings restoration
Alleluia. I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you. Alleluia.

Advent 2 – God’s Kingdom is worth waiting for
Alleluia. Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. And all people will see God’s salvation. Alleluia.

Advent 1 – God’s kingdom is coming
Jesus is coming! We are getting ready for Christmas.

Thanksgiving
Oh give thanks to the Lord for he is good, his love endures forever.

Christ the King Sunday – A day of deliverance which God’s people eagerly await
Alleluia. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End. Alleluia.

Mission Festival – Lift your eyes to Jesus
Our thanks to Pastor Craig Wilke for leading us in worship today and for
his Mission Festival presentation!

All Saints Day – We feebly struggle; they in glory shine
Alleluia. They are before the throne of God and serve him day and night in his temple. Alleluia.

Reformation Sunday – Grace produces salvation
Alleluia. If you continue in my Word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free. Alleluia.

Faith demonstrated by total dependence
Alleluia. The Lord will rescue me from every evil and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. Alleluia.

Confidently Call on the Lord
Alleluia. For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works. Alleluia.

Moved by Grace to Give Thanks
Alleluia. This is the Lord, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation. Alleluia.

Faith finds service a privilege
Alleluia. I will proclaim your name to my people; in the midst of the congregation I will praise you. Alleluia.

Security doesn’t come from earthly wealth but from the Word of God
Alleluia. At the name of Jesus every knee should bow, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Alleluia.

Faithful managers under our generous Lord
Alleluia. My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Alleluia.

God guides out decisions with His word
“Alleluia. Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Alleluia.
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Holy Trinity Sunday – Through the Word, the Triune God blesses us
Almighty God and Father, dwelling in majesty and mystery, filling and renewing all creation by your eternal Spirit, and manifesting your saving grace through our Lord Jesus Christ: in mercy cleanse our hearts and lips that, free from doubt and fear, we may ever worship you, one true immortal God, with your Son and the Holy Spirit, living and reigning, now and forever.

Transfiguration – We Have Seen His Glory
Why is Jesus’ Transfiguration better than Show and Tell?

Epiphany 6 – God’s Grace Blesses Us in Every Circumstance of Life
Sometimes before we set the table, we have to clear it.

Epiphany 5 – The Lord Calls and Sends Messengers
Following what people say can be dangerous.

Epiphany 4 – The Mighty Word Must Be Preached
What gifts does God’s word give to us?

Epiphany 2 – The Brilliance of Christ’s Glory Shines Forth
Why is God’s way better than our own?

Epiphany 1 – Consider Christ’s Baptism and Your Own Baptism
How do you know if someone cares?

Epiphany – The Savior is for All People
Alleluia. We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him. Alleluia.

Christmas 2 – God Kept His Promise of Salvation
Alleluia. All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. Alleluia.

Christmas 1 – Christ Came to Be our Substitute in Life and Death
Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. Alleluia.

Christmas Day – The Word became Flesh
Alleluia. When the time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under law, to redeem those under law. Alleluia.

Christmas Eve Children’s Service
Alleluia. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. Alleluia.

Advent 4 – The Lord Takes on a Body to Give us Peace
Alleluia. The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel. Alleluia

Advent 3 – The Faithful Produce Fruit Joyfully
Alleluia. I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you. Alleluia.

Advent 2 – Prepare the Way for the Lord
Alleluia. Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for him. All mankind will see God’s salvation. Alleluia.

Prairie Lutheran School Joint Advent Service
Of the Father’s Love Begotten

Advent 1 – Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord
Alleluia. He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus. Alleluia.

Thanksgiving – Remember the Lord’s Kindnesses
Why is forgetting so frustrating?

Mission Festival -Wait expectantly for the Lord
Is God unfair?

Christ will return to judge
What is so important about the word, “once?”

All Saints Sunday – God’s saints live and reign with him
What makes waiting for heaven so hard?

Reformation Sunday – Stand firm as you preach the gospel
Reformation Sunday 2021

Faith sees its Savior
Faith sees its Savior

Not to be served but to serve
What drives Christians to be kind?

God exposes false priorities through His word
Do you want real rest?

God’s Guidance to our families
What kind of gift is marriage?

Don’t fight the wrong enemy
Are there times that we are placing our attention in the wrong direction?

Christian leaders are servants
Pride is a problem

I believe, Help my Unbelief
What do we do with doubt?

Jesus Does Everything Well
We are more than Souls

A Matter of the Heart
How should we, as Christians, treat God’s word?

Lord, to whom shall we go?
What do you do when your gods follow you?

Those God calls receive the bread of life
God has visited us with his compassion

God provides spiritual food
Join for a sermon on Romans 5:12-19

Do not be afraid. The Lord is with you.
We are surrounded. But God is with us.

God provides earthly bread
Can Christians complain?

The Shepherd has compassion on the sheep
The Lord doesn’t just see, he also attends.

Jesus sends His workers with authority
How do you train someone to trust?

Don’t be discouraged by the world’s rejection
Can Someone Be a Pastor From a Distance?

Trust the One who has power over death
What if you had to choose one child over the other?

God’s Kingdom Grows
What is Defeatism and what is its cure?

Christ Conquers Satan: Who’s Side are You on?
Who is our true enemy?

Holy Trinity – The Triune God has accomplished our salvation
Do you dream of Heaven?

Pentecost Day – The Holy Spirit gives power to our word
How does Confirmation lead to gathering?

Easter 7 – Jesus, the High Priest, prays for our protection
Sunday, May 16, 2021Watch the service Unbelief is irrational. Way back, in the garden of Eden, life was complete and perfect. But then Satan came and sin entered the world. Pain, suffering, and death come through sin. But one of the consequences of sin is stupidity....

Easter 6 – Christ conquers Satan: whose side are you on?
What is love and how do we show it?

Easter 5 – The Vine produces fruit in His branches
How do people grow?

Easter 4 – The Good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep
How do we know that Jesus cares?

Easter 3 – The Risen Savior sends with us a message of repentance and forgiveness
How can we find peace that lasts?
Easter 2 – The Risen Savior gives Peace
Sunday, April 11, 2021Watch the service Can I see it? Years ago there was the part of school called, Show and tell. Kids would bring their toys they got for Christmas and sometimes their pets. And when we got the chance to see what they brought, we said those words:...

Easter Day – Festival of the Resurrection
Sunday, April 4, 2021Watch the service If it goes on the board. The students in my catechism class know what those words mean. A student asks a question and I need to give an answer. So I go to the whiteboard and write down the answer. If it’s a teaching in the bible...

Easter Sunrise – Festival of the Resurrection
Sunday, April 4, 2021Watch the service

Good Friday – The Sacrifice Once For All
Friday, April 2, 2021Watch the service It was his knees. Years ago there was a girl. She had a dad that loved her and she loved him. There was a problem, though. The problem was his knees. You see, he was a carpenter. And his speciality was tiling. He did wonderful...

Maundy Thursday – The Establishment of The Lord’s Supper
Thursday, April 1, 2021Watch the service What you share in affects and infects you. It's almost springtime. And growing up in MT, spring time was a wonderful, amazing time of the year. For two, glorious weeks the grass was green. The creeks were full of water. And...

Palm Sunday – Your King Comes to Save You
Sunday, March 28, 2021Watch the service What did Jesus see? In our gospel this morning Jesus enters Jerusalem. The people shout their ‘hosannas.’ The children praise him. And the reading ends in a very unique way—if not even a strange way. We, along with his...

Midweek Lent 5 – From King to King
Wednesday, March 24, 2021Watch the service

Lent 5 – Christ Draws All Men to Himself
Sunday, March 21, 2021Watch the service Guilt by association. Growing up in MT, especially during the summer, there was not much to do. And there were times my brother and I got into trouble. Dad would find out what one of us did wrong. And, usually when we were...

From Silence to Silence
Wednesday, March 17, 2021Watch the service

Lent 4 – God so loved the world that he gave his son
Are Christians supposed to chew on Jesus?

Midweek Lent 3 – From Lamb to Lamb
Wednesday, March 10, 2021Watch the service

Lent 3 – Jesus is zealous to do his Father’s will
Sunday, March 7, 2021Watch the service Are tools evil? One of the challenges we face in our every day lives is that objects can be used for evil purposes. When I was a child in school, usually in the spring time, when the teacher was looking at the chalk board, the...

Midweek Lent 2 – From Garden to Garden
Midweek Lent 3 – From Garden to Garden

Lent 2 – Take up your cross and follow Jesus
How do we know God is good—even if we cannot see it?

Midweek Lent 1 – From Pole to Pole
From the desert to Palestine

Lent 1 – Overcoming Satan and Temptation
How do we know we can trust Jesus?

Ash Wednesday – Remember that you are dust and to dust you shall return
What if serving the Lord doesn’t work?

Transfiguration – See his true glory
What fills you with wonder? And where do you go to find it?

Epiphany 4 – Jesus’ teaching with authority identifies him as the Prophet
Why is it important to not be on autopilot sometimes?

Epiphany 3 -Christ calls workers to seek the lost
How can hardened enemies become friends?

Epiphany 2 – Baptism brings blessings
Do you know the rest of the story about baptism?

Epiphany – Jesus is revealed Savior of all nations
Why do we need to look at Jesus close up and not from afar?

Christmas 2 – Jesus Is Obedient for His Brothers
How do we know that Jesus was qualified to be our Savior?

New Years Eve – How will you build?
How can we make sure we are building a proper foundation for the future?

Christmas 1 – Our eyes have seen your salvation
What should we see when we look at that little child in Mary’s arms?

Christmas Day – The Word Became Flesh
How greatly God must love you!

Christmas Eve – Precious is the Child
Hope has arrived!