Mediocre Lutheran Preaching

Was Thomas being brash, or cocky, or courageous, or arrogant that Easter Sunday? Why wasn't he with the disciples in the upper room? What was the reason for his unbelief? What if it was despair? This sermon explores this idea, and shows us the danger of despair, and how the message of Jesus' resurrection can turn away the claws of despair. Give this sermon a listen if you want to find out...

While the long ending of Mark might be controversial in some circles, the fact that Jesus is risen isn't. You can be certain of it, and put your trust in it. Christ is risen! He is risen, indeed; Alleluia!

Christ is risen! He is risen, indeed; Alleluia! Christians all around the world are celebrating the resurrection of our Lord today. But why does so much of our art revolve around the cross and not the empty tomb? What comfort does the empty tomb have for Christians in today's world? Listen to find out more.

A sermon for Easter Vigil, a deep dive for those willing to engage with the Scriptures. We tackle Ezekiel's vision in the Valley of the Dry Bones, and how it's relevant to the Easter story and still relevant for us today. Give it a listen if you're curious.

It's Good Friday, but what's so good about it? What's good about Jesus suffering on the cross? Hint, because it's for you! Give this sermon a listen to find out more.

Maundy Thursday sermon from St. Paul's Lutheran Church. God's blessings on your Holy Week!

The funeral homily for our dear sister in Christ Glenna Kuehn. The peace of God be with the Kuehn family and all who knew Glenna.

A brief homily for Palm Sunday. A blessed Holy Week to all who listen.

Our final lesson on absolution for this year, dealing with excommunication. While it's a difficult topic, especially in our modern context, it's not the horrible punishment that people think that it is. So give this lesson a listen if you want to find out more about it.

Our third catechetical lesson on Holy Absolution, dealing with the office of the keys. The reading is from Numbers 21:4-9

Jesus' opponents tried to convince the crowd that He was a Samaritan and demon-possessed. This isn't just something that is done by someone who doubts what Jesus says, this is straight from Satan Himself. Give this sermon a listen to find out more about this and hear how Satan still tries this tactic today.

Jesus provides for the people on the mountain, but what does He provide? Why does He provide it? Does He still continue to provide for His people? Give this sermon a listen to find out a bit more.

Our second catechetical instruction on Confession and Absolution. The 5th chief part of Luther's Small Catechism. If you would like a refresher on Holy Absolution, give this lesson a listen.

The sermon from the joint Annunciation service in our circuit in SE Kansas. Delivered to the saints gathered at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hepler, KS. A little bit of Christmas for you in the middle of your Lenten season.

Demons are real, and it's not safe to play with them. Jesus overcame the demons in today's reading, but those who were on the demon's side were not happy. Is it truly any different today? If any of this piques your curiosity, give this sermon a listen.

Catechetical lesson on Baptism, dealing with our Old Adam and the New Man.

David and Goliath isn't the moral story that the world thinks that it is. It isn't about you going out and slaying the giants in your life. So does this story have a greater lesson to teach us? What might that be? Give this sermon a listen to find out more.

Sermon for Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025. The text is Jonah 3:1 - 10. Just how flawed a prophet is Jonah really?

1st Corinthians 13 is a text we hear quite often at a wedding, but what does it really mean? What is God's definition of love? What does that look like? Does it look anything like our definitions of love? Give this sermon a listen if you're curious about any of that.

Sermon for the February Winkel (pastor's meeting) of my circuit. A message of comfort to my brother pastors from Isaiah 55:8 - 13.

The parable of the Sower is an interesting story. How good of a sower is he? Why is he so reckless with his seed? What does this mean with Jesus' interpretation of this parable? Give this sermon a listen to find out more.

Septuagesima Sunday begins our journey into Lent. A time of reflection and penitence. Are we prepared for that journey, or do we think it's just going to be a day trip? Give this sermon a listen if you're curious.

Today we celebrate the Transfiguration of our Lord. What does the revelation of Jesus on the mount teach us about Him and about ourselves? Give this sermon a listen to find out more.

God's word of comfort to the friends, family, and neighbors of Myrtle Flanders

On February 2, the church remembers the purification of Mary and the presentation of our Lord. What the heck is this festival? Why does this festival matter? Give this sermon a listen to find out more.