Community of Grace Lutheran Church Sermon Audio Podcast

John the baptist prepared people for Jesus through a baptism of repentance (our work to turn toward God. Baptism into Jesus saving work is very different! Only Jesus provides the power; we but surrender to his grace!

Jesus, God's Son, cam at Christmas, AND the invitations began! First, the shepherds... then the wise men... and then you. It's a time for finding Jesus!

Today's service of scripture and song dates to late 19th century. Each lesson is followed by carol reflecting on the lesson's message.

12/24/2018

Christmas Eve ( A Real Christmas)

2:00pm

The gift of Jesus is one that comes completely unexpectedly for Joseph. His responses to God's gift not only shows his willing heart, but also reflects God's heart for us.

when Mary got God's news about how he was going to change the world forever she naturally thought of the effects on her life and family. But soon, Mary caught God's Vision for a purpose far beyond her own time and place.

The cry of Advent is "Prepare the way for the Lord!" in this season of preparing for Christmas, how will you prepare the way for Jesus to be welcome in your life?

Elijah placed his trust in the Lord, and he acted on that trust to glorify the Lord. Elijah saw the Israelites wavering between following the Lord God and following Baal.

Davids is known as "a man after God's own heart". That's great for David, but what do we do if that's not us?

When God calls us to be his mighty the way he uses us to move his kingdom forward might surprise us! Trust and obey and see God make a way.