Sermons
Lutherans believe that the Word of God comes to us in the Incarnate Word (Jesus Christ himself, the Word made flesh), the written Word (the Bible), and the proclaimed Word (preaching). Each sermon comes with a video of the preaching by Pastor Ted Carnahan and a written transcript. If you have questions or would like to know more, contact us.
A reflection on the Beatitudes of Jesus as a doorway to understanding the meaning of Christian discipleship.
In a world of empty quests for meaning, Jesus offers to fill our hearts by inviting us to follow wherever He stays, leading to lives of purpose and bold witness.
God revealed Christ to Gentile magi through a star, using their strange gifts to foreshadow Jesus as King, Priest, and Sacrifice.
God's plan from eternity redeems sinners through Jesus, granting adoption into God's family, forgiveness of sins, and an eternal inheritance sealed by the Holy Spirit
Not even King Herod's tyrannical attempts to thwart God's plan through mass murder can stop God's will from being done, showing us that it is always better for us when we choose to participate in God's will instead of going our own way.
The first recorded Christmas sermon, given by St. John Chrysostom in AD 386, was read for the congregation at the Christmas Day service on December 25, 2025.
The birth of Jesus in a manger brings good news of salvation for all people, first proclaimed to lowly shepherds and extending to us as those favored by God.
God is not looking for false piety, but radical trust in his promises and providence through Jesus Christ.