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God’s Foolishness – Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany

by St James Lutheran Church | Feb 1, 2026 | Current Announcements, Sermon, Services

In 1 Corinthians 1:18–31, the Apostle Paul presents a striking paradox: the "foolishness" of the Cross is actually the ultimate power and wisdom of God. As it is noted in this message, we are incapable of reaching God through our own intellectual striving or...

Preaching, Teaching, Healing – Third Sunday after the Epiphany

by St James Lutheran Church | Jan 25, 2026 | Sermon, Services

In this message based on Matthew 4:23, we confront a difficult truth about our human nature: we do not naturally gravitate toward God. Left to ourselves, we are prone to drift away, wandering from the light of His truth and the peace of His presence. Recognizing our...

Follow Me – Second Sunday after the Epiphany

by St James Lutheran Church | Jan 18, 2026 | Sermon, Services, Upcoming Sermon

What are you seeking today? Whether you are a lifelong believer or someone just beginning to ask questions, Jesus meets you exactly where you are with a divine appointment. In this sermon on John 1:35-45, we look at the first disciples—men like Andrew, Peter, and...

Baptized with Christ – The Baptism of Our Lord

by St James Lutheran Church | Jan 11, 2026 | Sermon, Services, Upcoming Sermon

We dive into the transformative power of Romans 6:3–5. Every journey has a beginning and an end, and for the believer, that journey leads us back to the cross. We explore the profound truth that to be baptized into Christ is to be united with Him in His death—a...

The Star – Second Sunday after Christmas

by St James Lutheran Church | Jan 4, 2026 | Sermon, Services, Upcoming Sermon

In this message, we reflect on the beautiful truth that the story of Christmas was never meant to be a private event. Drawing from Matthew 2:1-2, we follow the journey of the Magi—travelers from the distant East who were guided by a miraculous light to the feet of the...

“The Boys of Bethlehem” Matthew 2:13-18 – First Sunday after Christmas

by St James Lutheran Church | Dec 28, 2025 | Sermon, Services, Upcoming Sermon

The Christmas season often glows with warmth and peace, yet the Gospel of Matthew reminds us of a chilling shadow cast over the manger: the murderous rage of King Herod. We will review "The Holy Innocents," the young boys of Bethlehem who became the first...
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