Only Jesus: A Sermon for 175th Anniversary of the LCMS
There is no other name, given among men, by which we must be saved. We are sinners redeemed, daily reminded …
Matthew Harrison
The Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison is president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Only Jesus
Who we are — a 175-year-old church body — is important, but it pales in comparison to the history of the church. But what we do — preaching and pointing to Jesus for 175 years — is quite significant indeed.
Law and Gospel
Realizing the distinction between Law and Gospel turned Luther into a reformer. Here are six of those differences, according to CFW Walther.
Preaching Law and Gospel in Times of Trial
To the suffering, the discouraged, the downtrodden, the preacher proclaims the pure sweet Gospel of Christ.
Epiphany: The Bright Light of Life
Christ demonstrated how precious every life is at every stage of development. He is truly the creator and “Author of life.”
Unto You Is Born a Savior: An excerpt from Luther’s Christmas 1544 sermon
It’s a marvel that we can “listen in” to Martin Luther’s own sermon on Luke 2, from Christmas 1544.
Luther on Christian Love and Service
Christ humbled Himself and became a servant. We do likewise, freely, compelled by this Gospel.
An Eternal Confession
Lutherans confess Scripture to be inerrant. We are also pledged — every one of us — to the Book of Concord.
Crucified With Christ: The life and service of Paul T. McCain
The Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison reflects on the life, service and friendship of Paul T. McCain.
The Problem of Death
The “problem of death” is a great opportunity to confess Jesus.
Should You Go to the Seminary, Young Man?
You are entering on a journey that will humble you and bring you to realize you are nothing and that Christ is everything.
Seek Ye First
This word of promise helps us face our anxieties and cry out in confidence to our Lord and Savior.