Caught By Jesus

Jesus came in lowliness, but he is divine, eternal Shepherd. He shepherds us, laying down his life for his sheep and drawing us close into his arms. Preached on December 24, 2009, for Christmas Eve at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/The-Shepherd-Came-Even-for-You-Micah5_2,4.html

Mary rejoiced in God, her Savior. That's where we want our Christmas joy to come from as well. Parts: A. Recognize our lowliness. B. Rejoice in his greatness. Preached on December 20, 2009, for the Fourth Sunday in Advent, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Mary_s-Secret-for-a-Merry-Christmas-Luke1_39-55.html

Christmas preparation begins in the heart and overflows into our life. Through John the Baptist's preaching the Holy Spirit prepares our hearts to produce fruit for Jesus. Parts: A. Genuine fruit is rooted in Christ. B. Authentic fruit connects to your place in life. Preached on December 13, 2009, for the Third Sunday in Advent, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Your-Faith-filled-Heart-Produces-a-Fruit-filled-Life-Luke3_7-18.html

As the Apostle Paul prays, his heart goes out to his fellow Christians. What can we learn for our prayer-life from the Apostle? Parts: A. Remember the deep bond of fellowship in Christ Jesus. B. Pray that love overflows in knowledge. Preached on December 6, 2009, for the Second Sunday in Advent, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/A-Christmas-Prayer-from-the-Christian-Heart-Philippians1_3-11.html

This world is crumbling. Only our Redeemer can lift our hearts. How does he prepare us to stand in the day of his return? How does this change our lives now? Parts: A. Seeing the signs of a failing world. B. Waiting for your Redeemer. Preached on November 29, 2009, for the First Sunday in Advent, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Watch-with-Eager-Expectation-Luke21_25-36.html

Jacob must soon face Esau. Let's see what his prayer teaches about the Lord's blessing and thanksgiving. Parts: A. I confess my total unworthiness. B. I cling only to your promises. Preached on November 25, 2009, for thanksgiving Eve, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/O-Lord,-How-Great-Your-Blessing-Is_-Genesis32_9-12.html

Let's see how the changing seasons of the church year keep our focus on Jesus, our King. Parts: A. The King Comes. B. The King Conquers. Preached on November 22, 2009, for the Last Sunday of End Times: Christ the King, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy available at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Christ-Reigns-In-the-Church-Year-SelectedText.html

What does Jesus mean when he talks about crossing over? When does it happen? How does it happen? What difference does it make? Parts: A. Keep listening to the Son's voice. B. Keep anticipating the resurrection. Preached on November 15, 2009, for the Third Sunday of End Times: Saints Triumphant, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy available at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/You_ve-Crossed-Over-to-Life-John5_24-29.html

Will the Last Day be a day of joy or terror for you? It all depends on your relationship with Jesus. Parts: A. He came to remove sin once and for all. B. He's entered the heavenly sanctuary to return for you who wait. Preached on November 8, 2009, for the Second Sunday of End Times: Last Judgment, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Look-Who_s-Coming_-The-Sacrificed-Sacrificer-Hebrews9_24-28.html

Many talk about having faith. But Abraham shows us what real faith is and what it mean when we confess that we're saved by faith alone. Parts: A. Faith needs a promise, an unconditional promise. B. So go to his promises, his unconditional promises. Preached on November 1, 2009, for the First Sunday of End Times: Reformation Sunday, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Just-Have-Faith_-Faith-in-God_s-Promises,-His-Unconditional-Promises-Romans4_18-25.html

Where is your heart leading you? Is that where you want to go? Jesus exposes what our hearts so often treasure instead of treasuring him, and he brings us God's promises that work the impossible in our hearts. Parts: A. Jesus' words expose our heart's god. B. Jesus' invitation works the impossible. Preached on October 25, 2009, for the Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy at http://www.caughtbyjesus.net/sermons/We-Follow-Our-Heart_s-Treasure-Mark10_17-27.html