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The Temptation of IF
Jesus' temptation in the wilderness teaches us that we must rely on God's Word to overcome the devil's temptations and embrace the cross as part of our Christian journey.

NOW is the Day of Salvation
Fear God, examine yourself in light of the Ten Commandments, and repent now as the day of salvation is at hand.

Listen to HIM
The Transfiguration reveals Jesus as the Son of God, surpassing Moses and Elijah, and calls us to especially listen to him as we navigate life's challenges.

Forgiving Your Enemies with Love
The sermon calls believers to follow Jesus' example of self-emptying love and forgiveness, even towards enemies, as a response to the grace received through the cross.

From Idolatry to Generosity
This sermon calls us to confront our idolatry of wealth and security, urging us to trust in the reality of Christ's resurrection and live out that faith through abundant generosity and sacrificial love for others.

God Qualifies the Called
This sermon from Pastor Ted Carnahan shows that "God doesn't call the qualified, but qualifies the called" through the examples of Peter and Paul. The message of Christ's death and resurrection is central to our faith and empowers us to share it with others.

Self-Sacrifice and the Christian Life
The sermon calls believers to shift their focus from self-centeredness to self-sacrifice, inspired by the love of Christ, and to live out this love in marriage, church, and society.

Fulfilled in your Hearing
Jesus fulfills the prophecy of Isaiah 61, proclaiming himself as the Messiah who brings salvation and righteousness to all, uniting the church as the body of Christ.

God Will Provide
Through the story of the wedding at Cana, this sermon emphasizes the importance of trusting in Jesus' ability to provide and celebrate, even when life seems to be running out of joy and resources.

From Dirt to Divinity
Through the story of Jesus' baptism, this sermon by Pastor Ted Carnahan shows that Holy Baptism is not just a symbolic act but a powerful means of grace that makes us part of God's family and gives us Christ's righteousness.

Fear, Opposition, and Worship
The sermon by Pastor Ted Carnahan explores the three types of responses to Jesus' birth—fear, opposition, and worship—illustrated by the scribes, Herod, and the Magi, urging believers to embrace the simple faith of the Magi.

Childlike Trust and the Path to Spiritual Maturity
This sermon by Pastor Ted Carnahan encourages believers to maintain a childlike faith, dwell richly in the word of Christ, and practice gratitude to transform their lives and reflect God's love in the world.

I'm So Glad You're Here
This Christmas Eve sermon by Pastor Ted Carnahan celebrates the birth of Jesus as a pivotal event meant for everyone, stressing that God's choice to be born in humility reflects His message of peace and joy for the ordinary and the humble.

Impossible AND YET True
This sermon by Pastor Ted Carnahan calls for a renewed focus on Advent as a season of hope and preparation, reminding believers of the ongoing relevance of Christ's promise to return and transform the world.

Preparing for the Advent of Christ
This sermon by Pastor Ted Carnahan contrasts the consumeristic preparation for Christmas with the spiritual preparation needed for Christ's second coming, highlighting the need for hope and readiness.

The Kingship of Christ: Navigating the Two Kingdoms
Jesus' encounter with Pilate highlights the tension between earthly and divine kingship, affirming that true allegiance belongs to Christ, whose kingdom is not of this world but offers eternal life through faith.

The Kingship of Christ: Two Kingdoms and One Truth
In this sermon, Pastor Ted Carnahan explores the profound question posed to Jesus by Pontius Pilate, "Are you the King of the Jews?" and delves into the implications of Jesus' kingship over the two kingdoms as described by Martin Luther, emphasizing the transformative power of Christ's reign and sacrifice.