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St James Lutheran Church: Sermons and Worship
St James Lutheran Church - Glen Carbon Illinois
430 episodes
1 day ago

When we look at the world today, it is easy to focus on global upheaval, conflict, and disaster. But what is our faith perspective on these difficult events? In this week's message on Luke 21:10-15, Jesus’ answer to His disciples' question about the end of the world is less about predicting dates and more about redefining our purpose. Jesus teaches us that the very turmoil and opposition we face will serve as our opportunity to bear witness to His saving grace.

This powerful charge—to proclaim the Gospel to the whole world—is not a specialized task reserved for a few, but the mission of every disciple. Just as the first apostles were commanded to witness, so too are we called to make the proclamation of the Gospel our highest priority. Join us, for an opportunity to understand, how the chaos of the world becomes a unique stage for Christian witness, and be encouraged to step forward and share the hope that is within you.

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr; Reader: Nic Schatte

Order of service:

Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost, Nov 16, 2025

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #endtimes #witness #secondcomingofchrist #eschatology #witnessingforJesus #persecution #signsoftheend #PastorBillEngfehr #Luke21

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When we look at the world today, it is easy to focus on global upheaval, conflict, and disaster. But what is our faith perspective on these difficult events? In this week's message on Luke 21:10-15, Jesus’ answer to His disciples' question about the end of the world is less about predicting dates and more about redefining our purpose. Jesus teaches us that the very turmoil and opposition we face will serve as our opportunity to bear witness to His saving grace.

This powerful charge—to proclaim the Gospel to the whole world—is not a specialized task reserved for a few, but the mission of every disciple. Just as the first apostles were commanded to witness, so too are we called to make the proclamation of the Gospel our highest priority. Join us, for an opportunity to understand, how the chaos of the world becomes a unique stage for Christian witness, and be encouraged to step forward and share the hope that is within you.

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr; Reader: Nic Schatte

Order of service:

Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost, Nov 16, 2025

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #endtimes #witness #secondcomingofchrist #eschatology #witnessingforJesus #persecution #signsoftheend #PastorBillEngfehr #Luke21

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Go and Do Likewise - Jul 13 - Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
St James Lutheran Church: Sermons and Worship
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4 months ago
Go and Do Likewise - Jul 13 - Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
In response to the question, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan—a story that has challenged hearts for centuries. But His response is not merely a lesson in compassion. It’s a call to action: “Go and do likewise.” Through this parable, Jesus redefines what it means to be a neighbor. It’s not about proximity or familiarity, but about mercy. The Samaritan—an outsider in the eyes of many—becomes the true neighbor because he acted in love, even when it cost him something. Jesus invites us into the same kind of faith-based initiative: caring for others with compassion, even when it’s inconvenient. At St. James, we see the Good Samaritan story lived out in many small but powerful ways. Wherever mercy is extended and burdens are shared, the love of Christ is made visible. Jesus still speaks those words to us today: “You go, and do likewise.” Go and Do Likewise — Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, July 13, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-fifth-sunday-after-pentecost Order of service: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/wp-content/uploads/st-james-20250713-order-of-service.pdf Online giving: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/give Psalm 41 Leviticus 18:1–5; 19:9–18 Colossians 1:1–14 Luke 10:25–37 Songs and Hymns: - Let The Nations Be Glad: Aaron Boswell, Matt Boswell, Matt Papa; © 2010 Getty Music Hymns and Songs; Love Your Enemies Publishing; Curb Dayspring Music Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - The Compassion Hymn: Text and tune by Stuart Townend, Kristyn Getty, Keith Getty; © 2008 Thankyou Music; used with permission, CCLI License # 20286740. - The Servant Song: Richard Gillard; © 1977 Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord: Text: Latin, 7th cent.; tr. John Mason Neale, 1818–66, alt.; Tune: Trente quatre Pseaumes de David, 1551, Geneva, ed. Louis Bourgeois; Text and tune: Public domain. - We Give Thee But Thine Own: Text: William W. How, 1823–97; Tune: William H. Monk, 1823–89; Text and tune: Public domain. - Here I Am, Lord: Text: Based on Isaiah 6; Dan Schutte, b.1947. Text and music: © 1981, Daniel L. Schutte and New Dawn Music. Published by OCP Publications. Used with permission: One License #728607-A. - On What Has Now Been Sown: Text: John Newton, 1725–1807, alt.; Tune: John Darwall, 1731–89; Text and tune: Public domain. Liturgies: - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke #sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #neighbor #mercy #goodsamaritan #faithinaction #goanddolikewise #Luke10
St James Lutheran Church: Sermons and Worship

When we look at the world today, it is easy to focus on global upheaval, conflict, and disaster. But what is our faith perspective on these difficult events? In this week's message on Luke 21:10-15, Jesus’ answer to His disciples' question about the end of the world is less about predicting dates and more about redefining our purpose. Jesus teaches us that the very turmoil and opposition we face will serve as our opportunity to bear witness to His saving grace.

This powerful charge—to proclaim the Gospel to the whole world—is not a specialized task reserved for a few, but the mission of every disciple. Just as the first apostles were commanded to witness, so too are we called to make the proclamation of the Gospel our highest priority. Join us, for an opportunity to understand, how the chaos of the world becomes a unique stage for Christian witness, and be encouraged to step forward and share the hope that is within you.

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr; Reader: Nic Schatte

Order of service:

Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost, Nov 16, 2025

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #endtimes #witness #secondcomingofchrist #eschatology #witnessingforJesus #persecution #signsoftheend #PastorBillEngfehr #Luke21