Martin Luther Evangelical Lutheran Church

It’s the mighty Word of God at work in us, the word that proclaims that proclaims that by Jesus’ death our sins are forgiven, and that by his resurrection we have new life. It’s the word that takes root in our hearts and leads us to stand tall in the light of God’s glory with the joy of his righteousness. It’s that word in our lives that bears fruit for this life and for eternal life.

Sermon on Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23 by Pastor Seth ...

In your baptism you have a new life. A life free from sin. A life to live before God, loving him above all things, not for fear of punishment, but in the peace of forgiveness and salvation, given to you freely by God. In their last minutes of this life, knowing the heaven that awaited them, the first Lutheran martyrs, Hendrik Voes and Johann van Esschen, sang praises to God their Savior. We will see them at the resurrection. May Go...

They crucified him there with the criminals, one on his right and the other on his left. Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” ... When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, “It is finished!” Jesus cried out with a loud voice, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” When he had said this, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.

Jesus suffered and died not because of the cruelty o...

Pilate said to them, “Then what do you want me to do with the man you call the King of the Jews? What should I do with Jesus, who is called Christ?” They all said to him, “Crucify him!” ... Then they led him away to crucify him. Jesus was carrying his own cross.

Jesus suffered and died not because of the cruelty of man, but because of his love for sinners, even us. By his passion (suffering), we have the forgiveness of sins, life, ...

Then the high priest said to him, “I place you under oath by the living God: Tell us if you are the Christ, the Son of God!” Jesus said to him, “It is as you have said. But I tell you, soon you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of power and coming on the clouds of heaven.”

Jesus suffered and died not because of the cruelty of man, but because of his love for sinners, even us. By his passion (suffering), we have the ...

He  withdrew from them about a stone’s throw, knelt down, and prayed,  “Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me. Nevertheless,  not my will, but yours be done.” ... An angel from heaven appeared to  him and strengthened him.

Jesus suffered and died not because of the cruelty of man, but  because  of his love for sinners, even us. By his passion (suffering),  we have  the forgiv...

Jesus suffered and died not because of the cruelty of man, but because  of his love for sinners, even us. By his passion (suffering), we have  the forgiveness of sins, life, and salvation. Join Pastor Georgson during the season of Lent as we read through a five-part Passion History that weaves together  the four Gospel accounts of St. Matthew, St. Mark, St. Luke, and St.  John from the Evangelical Heritage Versi...

In a world of trouble, Jesus gives us peace. In a world of sin, Jesus  gives us forgiveness. In a world of death, Jesus gives us life. We  celebrate that great truth every Sunday here at Martin Luther, but  especially at our annual celebration of the resurrection of our Lord at  Easter. So come and join us, gather together with God's people, sing  timeless hymns, and hear the great good news of a Savior who...

Jesus still changes people’s lives. He still comes to the dry wilderness of our hearts. One by one he works in us through his word. He takes our tangled mess of sins on himself. He gives us living water that bubbles up to eternal life. “I am he” he says. You aren’t lost. No more desperate searching is needed. You don’t need to die in the desert of your soul. Find in Jesus the water of life. Drink in his precious Word. Be satisfied ...

With Jesus as our hero, our victory is sure. Because Jesus did finish the fight. He did go to the cross. He did sacrifice himself. He did die to ensure Satan’s destruction. And he rose again from death to take up a rule far greater than anything the Devil could give him. He rules a kingdom of peace and righteousness for all his people, where our sins are no more, where Satan cannot harm us.The battle of good and evil continues on i...

The transfiguration is the precipice that overlooks the road into Lent.  How Mt Calvary stands in contrast to this glorious mountain! Peter said,  “Lord, it is good for us to be here!” He wanted to stay forever. Jesus  could have stayed on the mount of transfiguration, but we couldn’t. And  so he didn’t either. He came down from that mountain of light to another  mountain, a mountain of darkness, from a mou...

We all want to be righteous. We act as if that’s who we are. We cover  our sins as if they don’t exist. But only Jesus can take our sins away.  Only he can offer us true peace that comes with the forgiveness of sins.  Knowing what Jesus has done for us makes it so that we don’t have to be  afraid to confess our guilt. Yes, I have sinned. Yes, I do deserve  God’s wrath and condemnation. I deserve hell. In my...

That is why we are the salt of the earth. That is why we are the light of the world. Jesus has not done away with the law, but by fulfilling the law and giving us his righteousness, he has changed our relationship to the law – from a heavy burden and a fearful threat to a guide to joyful service to our God and Savior. And he's changed our relationship with God so that we are no longer enemies but dearly loved children. Be the salt ...

We find the surety of this, that we are blessed by God, not in the earthly blessings of wealth and self-sufficiency and success, but in God’s promise. We find it in the cross. We find it in the sacraments, where water is poured on you along with God’s name, and where bread and wine are Jesus’ own body and blood for your forgiveness. Whether you are rich or poor, whether your life is filled with successes or failures, you are the ki...

Dear brothers and sisters, never forget the greatest treasure that is yours in heaven. Be like the servants in Jesus’ parable who are always watching for their master’s return. Prepare your heart with the Word of God and the washing of Baptism. Keep your lamps burning with prayer and meditation. Stay alert with the refreshment of the Lord’s Supper. Be wise about the things you hold onto. Be generous with those in need. Do not worry...

We get distracted by all the busyness of life. There’s so much going on, so much to do! And here is Jesus, where two or three are gathered in his name. Here is Jesus, the Son of God, your Savior from sin and death. You can chase after little league games, and school band concerts, and projects for work, and doctor appointments, and sometimes those are good things to do. You can dedicate every minute of your life and every ounce of ...

Jesus made himself our perfect neighbor despite our never having deserved his love or mercy. And he continues to be a perfect neighbor to us. He isn’t hard to find. He’s never far away, but remains close to us at all times, protecting us with his mighty power. He comes to us in Word and Sacrament, forgives our sins, binds our wounds, and gives us life. With this new life from Jesus we want to love our neighbor. These days people of...