Grace Anglican Sermons

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Romans 7, in which Paul cries out from the depths of despair, and Matthew 11, in which Jesus says his yoke is easy. The weight of our sin is gloriously carried on the shoulders of our savior.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Genesis 22, in which Abraham is called by God to sacrifice Isaac. The faithfulness ultimately in question in this story is not Abraham's, but God's. And God provides, every time.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Romans 6, in which Paul suggests that Christians, who have died to sin, cannot continue to live in it. Sin is met not with the law, but with a double dose of the Gospel: the announcement of new life in Christ.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Genesis 18, in which Abraham and Sarah speak to God about his promises. Our God brings something out of nothing and life out of death. This is how he saves sinners like us.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 9, in which Matthew narrates his conversion. Jesus has a wide mission field—all sinners everywhere—but a narrow mission: he comes to raise the dead to new life.

On Trinity Sunday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on the Good News of our three-and-one God: God the Father created you, God the Son saved you, and God the Holy Spirit is with you. 

On Pentecost Sunday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon about the reconciling work of the Holy Spirit. The Spirit's announcement of the finished work of Christ reconciles not only individuals to each other, but sinners to their holy God.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on 1 Peter 4 and 5 (in which Peter offers wisdom to sufferers) and John 17 (in which Jesus prays at the Last Supper). You can endure your suffering because God is not absent. In Christ, he is with you, even in pain.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 14, in which Jesus tells his disciples that if they love him they will keep his commandments. Jesus is here giving a promise: by the power of his sacrificial love, his followers will be able to love.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Psalm 31, in which David calls out to the Lord for help. Jesus quotes this psalm from the cross, proclaiming that God will save those who call out to him.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 10, in which Jesus makes several claims: to be the gate, the gatekeeper, and the Good Shepherd. Jesus is everything: the author and perfector of our faith.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on 1 Peter 1, in which the apostle warns people about getting involved with a righteous God, but also reminds them of that God's mercy in Jesus Christ.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 20, in which Thomas doubts Jesus' resurrection, and Acts 2, in which Peter preaches that same resurrection. The Christian message is about the glory of God, the gravity of our sin, and the grandeur of his grace in Christ.

On Easter Sunday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Acts 10, in which Peter says that the risen Jesus appeared to a select group of witnesses. Christ came to the right people at the right time so that the message of salvation could get to you.

On Good Friday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Jesus' first word from the cross: "Father, forgive them, for they know now what they do." Forgiveness is available, in Christ, for sins both known and unknown.

On Maundy Thursday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 13, in which Jesus shares a last supper with his disciples. At that meal, he gives them a new commandment, demonstrates his love by washing their feet, and institutes Holy Communion.

On Palm Sunday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Luke 19, in which Jesus enters Jerusalem in triumph, and Luke 23, in which he is arrested and crucified. To save sinners, Jesus set his kingship aside, giving his righteousness to us.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 11, in which Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead. The grace of God can teach the righteous, forgive the sinner, and heal the sick. But it finally gives us what we really need: in Christ, we who are dead are given new life.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 9, in which Jesus heals a man born blind from birth. Jesus is the one who restores, redeems, and raises to new life. 

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Romans 5, in which Paul proclaims that Christ died for God's enemies, and John 4, in which Jesus meets a Samaritan woman. It is only in Jesus that we can be fully known and truly loved.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on John 3, in which Jesus describes the Father's love, and on Romans 4, in which Paul describes that love theologically. God's love looks like sending Jesus to die and be raised for you.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Genesis 3, in which Eve is tempted, and on Matthew 4, in which Jesus is. Where all humans stumble, Christ stands firm.

On Ash Wednesday, the Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 6, in which Jesus tells his disciples not to practice their piety before men. By having ashes imposed on our heads, we are not proclaiming our piety, but our need.

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 17, in which Jesus is transfigured and singled out as God's beloved son. There is no other way in which or name by which sinners can be saved. It is all, and only, about Christ. 

The Rev. Nick Lannon preaches a sermon on Matthew 5, in which Jesus calls Christians to be salt and light to the world. He also promises to fulfill the law; his finished work is the only means and engine by which righteousness is possible.