Christmas Eve Message, 2024

A Christmas King for All Time 

Sermon, Sunday, December 15, 2024

Keys of the Kingdom

Israel's Messiah was called the Son of David. But true disciples know that Solomon pointed ahead to David's 'seed' and greater son. 

Sermon, Sunday, December 8, 2024

 The Seed of Promise

Abraham's seed is the seed of the woman. But true disciples know it's not Isaac, but Jesus who crushes the serpent and saves his people from their sins.

Sermon, Sunday, December 1, 2024

Humanity's Greatest Son

Christ's 'sonship' stands in contrast to Adam's and Israel's. True disciples know that Jesus' relationship with the Father becomes ours when we become his. 

Sermon, Sunday, November 24, 2024

 I Believe -- And It Shows

Ed Brown, guest speaker

Sermon, Sunday, November 17, 2024

 After Justification -- What's Next?

When God changes a sinner's 'status' most everything changes. True disciples know that wrath turns to peace because of the cross of Christ.

Sermon, Sunday, November 10, 2024

Walking by the Faith of Father Abraham

Walking by faith isn't groping in the dark. True disciples know that it's about trusting in a person -- who is the light of resurrection life. 

Sermon, Sunday, October 6, 2024

 Justification by Faith

Christianity is more than big words.  True disciples know that it's a vision of reality that encompasses all of life. 

Sermon, Sunday, September 22, 2024

Justification by Faith

The law declares all guilty because of sin.

Jesus turned God's wrath away by enduring it on the cross as our 'propitiator.'

Sermon, Sunday, August 25, 2024

Privileged -- but still in a Pickle

Old Israel enjoyed many advantages. But they were still entangled in the predicament of fallen humanity, just like the rest of us.

Sermon, Sunday, August 18, 2024

 Saving the Best for Last

The rise and fall of old Israel still has much to teach. True disciples know it points to the 'new' in Jesus Christ.

Sermon, Sunday, August 11, 2024

 Signs of the Times

Circumcision was a cherished Jewish symbol, but it's been 'taken down.' Times have changed; Jesus Christ, the seed of promise, has come!

Sermon, Sunday, August 4, 2024

Getting It Right -- When It Matters Most!

'Identity markers' were important in days gone by. But in these last days, true disciples are set apart by their faith in Christ.

Sermon, Sunday, July 28, 2024

Jesus & the Judgment of God

All humanity is guilty before God's throne. True disciples know that Christ is the solution to both ends of our need -- righteousness and pardon.

Sermon, Sunday, July 21, 2024

Jews, Justice, & the Judgement of God

Law 'levels' humanity before God. True disciples know that their guilt makes them utterly dependent on Christ.

Sermon, Sunday, July 14, 2024

 "Check Your Privilege!"

God is extravagant with his blessings. But true disciples know that his gifts are no substitute for a tender heart of faith.

Sermon, Sunday, July 7, 2024

 Judicial Abandonment

When God gives sinners what they want, it seems like giving in. But true disciples know it sets the stage for the gospel.

Sermon, Sunday, June 30, 2024

 "Where Sin Abounds --"

Sinful rebellion turns God's kingdom program upside-down. True disciples know that only Special Revelation (gospel truth in Christ) can solve our sin problem.

Sermon, Sunday, June 16, 2024

The Wrath of God

Guilt and condemnation for sin are universal. True disciples know there's only one way out -- the Christian Gospel. 

Sermon, Sunday, June 9, 2024

The Righteousness of God

God requires much from sinners before they can be saved. But he provides just what they need -- in the gospel of his Son Jesus. 

Sermon, Sunday, June 2, 2024

Labor of Love

Paul loved his apostolic ministry. But was especially thrilled to make the gospel available to all kinds of people. 

Sermon, Sunday, May 26, 2024

The Ministry of the Prophet Jonah 

Sermon, Sunday, May 12, 2024

"Another King, Jesus"

The risen Christ is the exalted Lord of all.

True disciples love him and serve him -- and obey him.  

Sermon, Sunday, May 5, 2024

"According to the Scriptures"

Gospel ministry to all nations wasn't a last-minute plan. True disciples know that God had it in mind from the beginning.  

Sermon, Sunday, April 28, 2024

 A Gospel Fit for a King

The road may lead to Rome, but it starts at Damascus.

Sermon, Sunday, April 7, 2024

Covenant-Faithfulness in Any Direction

Sin has made exiles of us all. But God is gathering his scattered children back to himself -- in Christ. 

Easter Sermon, March 31, 2024

 The Morning After

The fallen world is dangerous. But true disciples can trust God in every storm, knowing that when they 'wake' they will see his face.

Palm Sunday Sermon, March 24, 2024

"Follow that Donkey"

True disciples know that the Via Dolorosa is their only way up God's holy mountain. Jesus leads by dying in our place. 

Sermon, Sunday, March 17, 2024

Israel's Mission -- and Ours

God blesses his Old Testament people with many good things. True disciples know that the 'best' thing is Jesus. 

Sermon, Sunday, March 10, 2024

Angels, Angles, & the Wisdom of God

True disciples overcome fear and live wisely. They know that God draws near in the ministry of Christ.

Sermon, Sunday, March 3, 2024

Heart of Trust, Life of Wisdom

Meditating on God's "deliverance" in the past changes everything. True disciples know they can trust him forever. 

Sermon, Sunday, February 25, 2024

 My Father's House

Life in a fallen world is often overwhelming.

True disciples thank God that Jesus takes us up the mountain.

Sermon, Sunday, February 18, 2024

Loving Those We Disagree With 

Gary Kuechle, City Director, Buffalo ISI

Sermon, Sunday, February 11, 2024

 Soundtrack of Our Lives

Humans have always been stargazers. True disciples know that only God in Christ can lift us up from down below to dwell with him.

Sermon, Sunday, February 4, 2024

 Forget & Forgive

Forgiveness is about putting away sin. True disciples know that sin can be forgotten when Jesus gets remembered. 

Sermon, Sunday, January 7, 2024

"Thou Art My Son" 

God always planned to rule the world by a theocrtic king. Jesus fulfills God's design as the anointed, exalted Christ.