Confession & Absolution based on the readings for Epiphany 5A: Psalm 112:1-9; Isaiah 58:3-9a; 1 Corinthians 2:1-12; Matthew 5:13-20 P Until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter or one stroke of a letter will pass …Continue reading →
Pastor Dale tackles the deep struggles of how we use our words, especially when we're driven by the need to be right. Inspired by James 3:1-12, he explores the tension…
Do we see God as He truly is, or just as a reflection of ourselves? In this episode, we dive into James' message on faith and mercy, exploring how our…
In a world filled with complex villains and ever-shifting morals, how do we, as Christians, stand firm in righteousness? Join us as we explore Ephesians 6:10-20 and uncover what it…
In a world full of misrepresentations and deepfakes, how can we truly know God? Pastor Dale tackles this question by exploring Isaiah 29:11-19, diving into the challenges of seeing God…
In a world obsessed with busyness, where can we find true peace? Pastor Dale Critchley dives into Psalm 34:12-22, revealing the surprising source of lasting peace. Discover how seeking righteousness,…
Jesus proclaims, “I am the bread of life.” We unpack the importance of receiving what we need most in life and what happens when we truly embrace the living bread…
As our world responds to the COVID-19 outbreak by staying home, many churches are scrambling to keep the Body of Christ connected. At Saint James in West St Paul, thanks to some expertise among some of our staff, a passionate …Continue reading →
I created these images for a sermon on religious freedom based on Isaiah 58:3-9, the idea that religion is as much serving our neighbor as attending services, and that no law can stop us from doing that. I ended up …Continue reading →
Confession & Absolution based on the readings for Epiphany 2A: Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42a P Our vindication is with the Lord, and our reward is with our God. Therefore, we confess our sin to Him. C Lord, …Continue reading →
A collection of candle and flame-related images for a sermon based on Isaiah 42:1-7 with a nod to the Epistle lesson, Romans 6:1-11. He restored us when we were united with Him in His death.
Based on the readings for Epiphany 1C (The Baptism of our Lord): Psalm 29, Isaiah 42:1-9, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 3:13-17 P The LORD gives his people strength; the LORD blesses his people with peace. Therefore, we confess our sin to …Continue reading →
Based on Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12 P In Christ Jesus and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence, so we kneel before our King in confession. C Lord of the nations, the wise …Continue reading →
P At the name of Jesus every knee will bow — in heaven and on earth and under the earth — C and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. P …Continue reading →