Psalm 8 is a song of praise, climaxing in amazement as to why such an awesome God would bother with people, establishing an intimate relationship with humankind. The psalm moves us simply to gaze upon our triune God in all His mystery, celebrating the wonders of creation and adoring His name for that reason alone. Link to Service video on Vimeo Link…

The color of the day of Pentecost is red, reminding us of the fire of the Holy Spirit on each of the apostles’ heads and of the Spirit’s ongoing work in the life of the believer. Red also reminds us of our brothers and sisters in Christ who have given life and limb, literally shed their blood, for their proclamation of faith—past,…

Today we celebrate with Avery, Kellan, and Kayli as they are confirmed. May we all pray for their continued growth in the Word of God. May we also remember our vows to God and our responsibilities to each other as brothers and sisters in Christ. Link to Service video on Vimeo Link to service bulletin

This morning we continue our three-part sermon series with the question “Is Jesus Enough? The readings show us the connection of the earthly work of Christ in our redemption to the beginning of His work on earth through the Church after His ascension. Everyone is welcome at St. Paul’s. Link to Service video on Vimeo Link to service bulletin

This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it! As we begin our three-part sermon series we ask the question: “What Is Our Obligation to God?” Why do we come to church? Does God want me to worship Him in His House? What is the benefit for me to be here this morning? We welcome…

In the fourth week of Easter we continue rejoicing in the resurrection of our Lord. In the middle of the Easter season, on what is traditionally called Good Shepherd Sunday, Jesus states who He is and what he does for us, using the imagery of sheep (Gospel, Jn 10:1–10). We are teaching our people what all of this means even as our…

The road of mourning and sadness is not an easy one to trod. The days can be dark and hope often flees. Yet for the Christian who faces those days, the resurrected Christ joins you on that road of sorrow. He speaks the truth of His Word to your soul. He turns you away from self-loathing and towards His bread of immortality.…

It didn’t take long after Jesus’ resurrection and ascension before the teaching and preaching of the early disciples, coupled with the wonders and signs they were performing, left the Jewish authorities angry. The initial arrest of the disciples John and Peter prompted their followers’ prayers that the disciples would be enabled to continue to teach and preach “with all boldness” (Acts 4:29).…

The Easter feast loudly proclaims Christ’s victory over the grave. The joyful “alleluia” sounds forth anew. “Christ is risen! He is risen indeed!” Today we remember and celebrate that death is defeated, new life is ours, and Christ is here with us. Link to Service video on Vimeo

The reading of the triumphal entry narrative shows the humble servanthood of Christ, while the Passion Narrative shows that He is the Suffering Servant. In our text Paul gives the purpose of this letter: “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the Gospel of Christ.” Link to Service video on Vimeo Link to service bulletin