Grace Anglican Sermons

On Palm Sunday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon about Jesus’ triumphal entry ... and his eventual trial. Jesus does come to save, but not in the way that we expect.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 11, in which Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead. Our human problem requires a radical solution: nothing short of death and resurrection will do.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Psalm 23 (which comforts those in the Valley of the Shadow of Death) and John 9 (in which Jesus heals a man born blind). God’s judgment, rightfully poured out on the world, is completely borne by Christ.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 4, in which Jesus converses with a Samaritan woman, and Romans 5, in which Paul explains how God shows his love: by dying for his enemies. We sinners are fully known by God, but are—on account of Christ—completely loved.

The Rev. Jacob Davis preaches a sermon on John 3, in which Jesus meets with the Pharisee Nicodemus. What does it mean when Jesus says that, to be saved, we must be born from above? It's Good News for sinners like us.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Genesis 3, in which Eve is tempted, and Matthew 4, in which Jesus is. Where Adam and Eve—and we—fall, Jesus is faithful.

On Ash Wednesday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 6, in which Jesus cautions us against practicing our piety in order to be seen by others. The ashes, then, are not a sign of religious accomplishment, but of mortality and sin: our need of the redemption that only Christ can provide.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 17, in which Jesus is transfigured and appears with Moses and Elijah. Everything—the law, the prophets, every word we pray and every song we sing—points to Jesus.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 5, in which Jesus suggests that his followers get rid of anything—even an eye or a hand—that is causing them to sin. He's pointing to a profound truth: to be reconciled to God, you must die and be raised again.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 5, in which Jesus commands his followers to be the salt of the Earth and a light to the world. How can we reconcile these laws with Jesus' grace and mercy? There is Good News: Jesus came to fulfill the law for you.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on 1 Corinthians 1, in which Paul says that Christ's cross is a stumbling block to some and foolishness to others. But to those of us who are worn out by the race of life, it is the power of God to save.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Mark 11, in which Jesus curses a fig tree. Even this story, about the judgment of God, points us forward to the grace and mercy sinners find in Christ.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Isaiah 49, in which the prophet describes a new and faithful servant--Jesus Christ--who will redeem those of us who are unfaithful.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 3, in which Jesus is baptized. Jesus was perfectly obedient, and perfectly pleasing to God. The Good News is that he then, as a free gift, gave God's pleasure to you.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Philippians 2, in which Paul explains how Jesus crossed the chasm between the "you" you ought to be and the "you" you are and finished that work on the cross, forever.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon for Christmas Day, on Luke 2, in which angels announce the birth of the Messiah to shepherds in the field. Jesus is a one-way gift from God to sinners, unique in the history of the world.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon for Christmas Eve, on Isaiah 9. The cosmic war for your soul was won by a baby, in a manger, in Bethlehem.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Isaiah 49, in which God promises never to forget his chosen people. He keeps that promise by forgetting, for a moment, his son Jesus. Because of Jesus, you are never forgotten.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Isaiah 35, in which the prophet sees the people of God returning to Zion in celebration. On account of Christ's accomplishment, we sinners are welcomed home.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Isaiah 2, in which the prophet has a vision of the people eager to be taught by God's law. How is such a posture possible for sinners? Only by the unmerited grace, favor, and sacrificial death of our savior, Jesus Christ.

The Rev. Jacob Davis preaches a sermon on Romans 13, in which Paul enjoins the people to wake from sleep and to put on the armor of light. This armor is a Gospel gift from Jesus Christ, your savior.

On Christ the King Sunday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Colossians 1, in which Paul describes King Jesus, and Luke 23, in which we see that same king hanging on a cross. Jesus is both the high king of heaven and the king who died to save sinners.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Luke 21, in which Jesus tells his followers not to prepare for their defense in advance. They needn't worry, he says; he himself will be their defender.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Luke 6, in which Jesus pronounces his blessing on sufferers. Jesus Christ is the one--the only one--who is truly set apart, and he is set apart to save.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Luke 19, in which Jesus has an interaction with the tax collector Zacchaeus. A new heart does not signal the transition from law-breaker to law-keeper, but from dead in sin to alive in Christ.