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Two Mountains - Aug 31 - Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, August 31, 2025 • Duration 12:12

Life is often described as a journey, and Scripture gives us a powerful picture of what that journey looks like. In Hebrews 12, the writer speaks of two mountains—Mount Sinai and Mount Zion. For the first hearers of this letter, Mount Sinai was a familiar reminder of God’s holiness and the Law given to His people. But the journey does not end there. God calls His people onward, toward Mount Zion—the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem.

Join us as we reflect on these “two mountains” and hear the encouragement of God’s Word for all who are still on the journey.

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr; Reader: William Ellington

Order of service: Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, Aug 31, 2025

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #MountSinai #MountZion #twomountains #journeyoflife #citizenshipinHeaven #God’spromises #Christianlife #faithandperseverance #Hebrews12

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Do You Know the Way In? - Aug 24 - Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, August 24, 2025 • Duration 17:16

In Luke 13, Jesus confronts a crucial question: Who will enter the Kingdom of God? Many of His listeners assumed that their heritage, knowledge, or outward practices guaranteed them a place. Yet Jesus makes it clear that there is only one way into the Kingdom—and many who think they are inside may in fact find themselves shut out.

This message is not just for first-century Jews, but for us today. Do we truly know the way into God’s Kingdom, or are we relying on the wrong things—our background, our good works, or our assumptions? Jesus calls us to enter through the narrow door: Himself. He alone is the way, the truth, and the life. Join us as we hear God’s Word and consider the urgent invitation to enter by faith in Christ.

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor George Gude; Reader: Nic Schatte

Order of service: Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, Aug 24, 2025

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #narrowdoor #kingdomofGod #salvation #gFaithalone #grace #discipleship #eternallife #lawandgospel #Christianliving #Luke13

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Finish the Race - Aug 17 - Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, August 17, 2025 • Duration 12:53

The Christian life is often compared to a race—a race not of speed, but of endurance and faith. In this week’s message, we are reminded to lay aside every weight and sin that hinders us, and to run with perseverance the race set before us. Surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, we are strengthened by their example, but most of all we fix our eyes on Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith. He is the one who calls us forward, sustains us in the struggle, and brings us to the finish line.

True faith not only helps us endure but also makes us witnesses of Christ in the world. As we run the race of faith together, we are encouraged to press on, trusting in the One who has already secured the victory for us.

Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor Bill Engfehr; Reader: Joe Rathert

Order of service: Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Aug 17, 2025

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #faith #witness #race #endurance #perseverance #Christianlife #discipleship #followingJesus #cloudofwitnesses #sanctification #spiritualgrowth #trustinChrist #victoryinChrist #runningtherace #crossandresurrection #Hebrews12

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Faith & Doubt - Aug 10 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, August 10, 2025 • Duration 18:29

Abraham is uncertain and doubts how God will do what He promised. God provides a faithful experience for Abraham to believe and have faith in what God promised. We all have faith and doubts at the same time. But, Doubt is not the opposite of Faith. Doubt and questions drive us into a closer relationship with Jesus who takes our doubts and fills us with His Word and Spirit to believe He is our Lord and Savior.

Liturgist and Preacher: Rev. Tony Boos; Reader: Joe Rathert

Order of service: Ninth Sunday after Pentecost, Aug 10, 2025

#sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #faith #doubt #questions #experience #Genesis15

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Things Above - Aug 3 - Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, August 3, 2025 • Duration 09:41

We turn to Paul’s words in Colossians 3:1–4, where we are reminded to “set [our] minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” As followers of Christ, it’s easy to become distracted or even burdened by the things of this world—our routines, our worries, our pursuits. But Scripture calls us to something higher: a reorientation of our hearts and minds toward Christ, who is seated at the right hand of God and who is our true life. This message challenges us to think differently, live differently, and remember that we are already raised with Christ. While the world urges us to chase after what is temporary, God invites us into what is eternal. And even when our thoughts stray or our focus dims, the promise remains—God isn’t done with us yet. Each day is a new opportunity to renew our minds in Christ and set our sights on the things above. Things Above — Eighth Sunday after Pentecost, August 3, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-eighth-sunday-after-pentecost Order of service: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/wp-content/uploads/st-james-20250803-order-of-service.pdf Online giving: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/give Psalm 100 Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12–14; 2:18–26 Colossians 3:1–11 Luke 12:13–21 Songs and Hymns: - What Is the World to Me: Text: George Michael Pfefferkorn, trns. August Crull; tune: Ahasverus Fritsch; Text and tune are in the public domain. - My Worth Is Not in What I Own: Text and tune by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Graham Kendrick, © 2014 Getty Music; used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740. - For The Lord Is Good: Gary Sadler, Lynn DeShazo; © 1997 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. by Integrity Music); Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Grace: Text and tune: Niki Shepherd; Jonny Robinson; Rich Thompson; © 2016 Getty Music Publishing; © Rich Thompson Music; © 2016 Jonny Robinson Music; © Little Life Lines Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - All Depends on Our Possessing: Text: Andächtige Haus-Kirche, 1676, Nürnberg; tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827–78, alt.; Tune: Johann Löhner, 1645–1705; adapt. Johann Balthasar König, 1691–1758; Text and tune: Public domain. - We Give Thee But Thine Own: Text: William W. How, 1823–97; Tune: William H. Monk, 1823–89; Text and tune: Public domain. - I Know That My Redeemer Lives: Jordan Kauflin, Kristyn Getty, Laura Story, Matt Papa, Matthew Merker; © 2022 Getty Music Hymns and Songs; Getty Music Publishing; Jordan Kauflin Music; © 2022 Laura's Stories and Songs; Love Your Enemies Publishing; Matthew Merker Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. Liturgies: - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke #sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #Christcenteredliving #christianmindset #thingsabove #sanctification #dailyrenewal #christiandiscipleship #spiritualfocus #resurrectionlife #identityinchrist #wordofGod #transformation #christianhope #eternalperspective #livingbyfaith #higherthings #heaven #servingGod #Colossians3

Walk in Christ - Jul 27 - Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, July 27, 2025 • Duration 10:21

We reflect on the words of St. Paul in Colossians 2:6–7, where he urges believers to "walk in Christ Jesus"—to live in a way that is rooted, built up, and strengthened in Him. While many today profess faith in God, Paul addresses the Colossian church with a sober reminder: true faith is not just spoken, it is lived. His letter serves both as a pastoral encouragement and a pointed warning—calling the Church to remain steadfast in Christ amid the temptations and pressures of the surrounding culture. As we explore Paul’s message, we consider four essential aspects of what it means to walk in Christ daily. This walk is not aimless or occasional, but continuous and intentional—nourished by a faith that is grounded in the Word of God. In the midst of life’s challenges, it is this kind of deep, Bible-based faith that anchors us, sustains us, and produces lasting joy. Our worship this Sunday will call us to examine whether our actions align with the faith we confess, and to grow in the life-giving strength of Christ, who walks with us each step of the way. Walk in Christ — Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, July 27, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-seventh-sunday-after-pentecost Order of service: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/wp-content/uploads/st-james-20250727-order-of-service.pdf Online giving: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/give Psalm 138 Genesis 18:20–33 Colossians 2:6–19 Luke 11:1–13 Songs and Hymns: - Merciful God: Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Stuart Townend; © 2006 Thankyou Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Hear Us, Father, When We Pray: Text: Chad L. Bird, 1970, © Chad L. Bird; used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220; Tune: Geist-reiches Gesang-Buch, 1704, Halle, ed. Johann A. Freylinghausen; public domain. - Before You I Kneel: Jeffrey J. Taylor, Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Stuart Townend; © 2012 Getty Music Publishing, Seek 1st, Townend Songs; used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Keep the Feast: Ben Shive, Skye Peterson; © 2024 Getty Music Publishing (BMI), Beehive Hymns (BMI); Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Be Still, My Soul, before the Lord: Text: Herman G. Stuempfle, Jr., 1923–2007, © 2000 GIA Publications, Inc.; Tune: Marty Haugen, 1950, © 1984, 2006 GIA Publications, Inc.; Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220. - O Jesus, Blessed Lord, to Thee: Text: Thomas Hansen Kingo, 1634–1703; tr. Arthur J. Mason, 1851–1928; Tune: Trente quatre Pseaumes de David, 1551, Geneva, ed. Louis Bourgeois; Text and tune: Public domain. - Lift High The Name Of Jesus: Tune: Ed Cash; Fionán de Barra; Kristyn Getty; Keith Getty; Text: Kristyn Getty; Keith Getty; Fionán De Barra; Ed Cash; Tune and Text: © Getty Music; © Fionan De Barra Pub Designee; © Capital CMG Publishing; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. Liturgies: - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke #sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #faith #Jesus #Christianliving #Colossians2

So, Sarah Laughed... - Jul 20 - Sixth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, July 20, 2025 • Duration 19:40

What kind of laugh did Sarah give when the Lord promised her a child in her old age? Was it disbelief? Contempt? Joy? The Bible doesn’t tell us explicitly, but that laugh—whatever its tone—echoes through the centuries into our own lives of waiting, hoping, and sometimes doubting. In this message based on Genesis 18, we consider the mystery and depth of Sarah’s laugh in the face of God's incredible promise. With warmth and humor, Pastor invites us to explore not only the different kinds of laughter but also the deep spiritual truth that God knows the heart behind every laugh. He knows our needs, our longings, and our struggles to believe what seems impossible. Like Sarah, we all wait for things we hope will come true. And like Sarah, we are invited to trust that nothing is too hard for the Lord. Through Jesus Christ, God fulfills His greatest promises—bringing joy from sorrow, faith from doubt, and eternal life from death. In the end, because of God's mercy, we too will laugh—with Sarah, and with all who trust in Him. So, Sarah Laughed... — Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, July 20, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-sixth-sunday-after-pentecost Order of service: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/wp-content/uploads/st-james-20250720-order-of-service.pdf Online giving: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/give Psalm 27 Genesis 18:1–14 Colossians 1:21–29 Luke 10:38–42 Songs and Hymns: - My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less: Text: Edward Mote. Tune: William B. Bradbury. Tune and text: Public domain. - I Will Wait for You: Jordan Kauflin, Keith Getty, Matthew Merker, Stuart Townend; © 2018 Getty Music Publishing; Jordan Kauflin Music; Matthew Merker Music; Townend Songs; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Pass Me Not: Fanny Jane Crosby, William Howard Doane; Public domain. - I Am Trusting Thee, Lord Jesus: Text: Frances R. Havergal, 1836–79; Tune: Henry W. Baker, 1821–77; Text and tune: Public domain. - Ancient of Days: Jesse Reeves, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson; © 2018 CityAlight Music. Used with permission, CCLI license #20286740. - By Faith: Text and tune by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Stuart Townend, © 2009 Thankyou Music, © Getty Music; used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740. - Faith and Truth and Life Bestowing: Text: Timothy Dudley-Smith; Tune: Columbian Harmony, 1825; © 1997 Hope Publishing Co.; used with permission, LSB Hymn License #110001220. Liturgies: - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke #sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #laughter #hope #joy #waiting #faith #promise #doubt #God’sfaithfulness #miracle #waitingonGod #covenant #OldTestament #Christfulfilledpromise #Genesis18

Go and Do Likewise - Jul 13 - Fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, July 13, 2025 • Duration 12:18

In response to the question, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan—a story that has challenged hearts for centuries. But His response is not merely a lesson in compassion. It’s a call to action: “Go and do likewise.” Through this parable, Jesus redefines what it means to be a neighbor. It’s not about proximity or familiarity, but about mercy. The Samaritan—an outsider in the eyes of many—becomes the true neighbor because he acted in love, even when it cost him something. Jesus invites us into the same kind of faith-based initiative: caring for others with compassion, even when it’s inconvenient. At St. James, we see the Good Samaritan story lived out in many small but powerful ways. Wherever mercy is extended and burdens are shared, the love of Christ is made visible. Jesus still speaks those words to us today: “You go, and do likewise.” Go and Do Likewise — Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, July 13, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-fifth-sunday-after-pentecost Order of service: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/wp-content/uploads/st-james-20250713-order-of-service.pdf Online giving: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/give Psalm 41 Leviticus 18:1–5; 19:9–18 Colossians 1:1–14 Luke 10:25–37 Songs and Hymns: - Let The Nations Be Glad: Aaron Boswell, Matt Boswell, Matt Papa; © 2010 Getty Music Hymns and Songs; Love Your Enemies Publishing; Curb Dayspring Music Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - The Compassion Hymn: Text and tune by Stuart Townend, Kristyn Getty, Keith Getty; © 2008 Thankyou Music; used with permission, CCLI License # 20286740. - The Servant Song: Richard Gillard; © 1977 Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord: Text: Latin, 7th cent.; tr. John Mason Neale, 1818–66, alt.; Tune: Trente quatre Pseaumes de David, 1551, Geneva, ed. Louis Bourgeois; Text and tune: Public domain. - We Give Thee But Thine Own: Text: William W. How, 1823–97; Tune: William H. Monk, 1823–89; Text and tune: Public domain. - Here I Am, Lord: Text: Based on Isaiah 6; Dan Schutte, b.1947. Text and music: © 1981, Daniel L. Schutte and New Dawn Music. Published by OCP Publications. Used with permission: One License #728607-A. - On What Has Now Been Sown: Text: John Newton, 1725–1807, alt.; Tune: John Darwall, 1731–89; Text and tune: Public domain. Liturgies: - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke #sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #neighbor #mercy #goodsamaritan #faithinaction #goanddolikewise #Luke10

Sent to Harvest - Jul 6 - Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, July 6, 2025 • Duration 11:45

In this Sunday’s message, we reflect on Jesus’ words to the seventy-two He sent ahead of Him: “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.” In these simple but profound words, Jesus reminds us that the work of building His kingdom is like gathering a great harvest—a work that requires willing hands, faithful hearts, and trust in the One who sends us. Jesus sends His followers out with little but His Word—no money, no bag, no sandals—yet He promises that their mission is filled with divine purpose. Though they go “as lambs among wolves,” they are not alone. He is with them, and He speaks through them. “He who listens to you listens to me,” Jesus says, affirming the sacred trust of sharing the Gospel. The seventy-two returned with joy—not because of what they had, but because of what God had done through them. There is no greater joy than to know that God has used you in His harvest. We are reminded that the call to discipleship is not just about going, but about trusting that Jesus is already at work in the hearts of those we meet. Sent to Harvest — Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, July 6, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-fourth-sunday-after-pentecost Order of service: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/wp-content/uploads/st-james-20250706-order-of-service.pdf Online giving: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/give Psalm 66:1–7 Isaiah 66:10–14 Galatians 6:1–10, 14–18 Luke 10:1–20 Songs and Hymns: - Oh, How Good It Is: Text and tune by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Ross Holmes, Stuart Townend; © 2012 Getty Music; used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740. - Lift High the Cross: Tune: Sydney H. Nicholson, 1875–1947; Sydney H. Nicholson, 1875–1947; Text: George W. Kitchin, 1827–1912; rev. Michael R. Newbolt, 1874–1956, alt.; (sts. ref–5): tr. Leopoldo Gros, 1925–2013; © 1974 Hope Publishing Co.; Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220. - Let The Nations Be Glad: Aaron Boswell, Matt Boswell, Matt Papa; © 2010 Getty Music Hymns and Songs; Love Your Enemies Publishing; Curb Dayspring Music Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Grace: Text and tune: Niki Shepherd; Jonny Robinson; Rich Thompson; © 2016 Getty Music Publishing; © Rich Thompson Music; © 2016 Jonny Robinson Music; © Little Life Lines Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - When Peace, like a River: Text: Horatio G. Spafford, 1828–88, alt.; Tune: Philip P. Bliss, 1838–76; Text and tune: Public domain. - I Lay My Sins on Jesus: Text: Horatius Bonar, 1808–89; Tune: Neu-vermehrtes . . . Gesangbuch, 1693, 3rd ed., Meiningen; Text and tune: Public domain. - God Bless Our Native Land: Text (st. 1): Charles T. Brooks, 1813–83, alt.; (st. 2): John S. Dwight, 1813–93, alt.; Tune: Thesaurus Musicus, c. 1740, London; Text and tune: Public domain. Liturgies: - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke #sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #sent #harvest #discipleship #gospelmission #joyinchrist #Luke10

Following Jesus in This Nation - Jun 29 - Third Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, June 29, 2025 • Duration 19:09

As Americans prepare to celebrate the 249th birthday of their nation, Jesus’ words in Luke 9 challenge us to consider a deeper allegiance: what does it mean to follow Jesus within the context of this nation? Jesus set His face toward Jerusalem, choosing the path of rejection, suffering, and ultimate sacrifice. In doing so, He established a kingdom not of this world—a kingdom of righteousness and peace that transcends every earthly nation, including the United States. Following Him today still means being misunderstood, marginalized, or even rejected. It means holding fast to God's Word in a culture that often resists truth. It means letting go of earthly comforts, reordering priorities, and sometimes even distancing from familial expectations for the sake of Christ and His kingdom. In this sermon, we reflect on what true discipleship looks like in America today: a life of gospel proclamation, faithful witness, and heavenly citizenship—all rooted in the cross and resurrection of our Savior. As citizens of God’s eternal kingdom who temporarily reside in this earthly one, we join our voices in prayer: “God bless America… Stand beside her and guide her through the night with the light from above.” Following Jesus in This Nation — Third Sunday after Pentecost, June 29, 2025: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/2025-third-sunday-after-pentecost Order of service: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/wp-content/uploads/st-james-20250629-order-of-service.pdf Online giving: https://saintjamesglencarbon.org/give Matthew 11:28-30 Psalm 16 1 Kings 19:9b–21 Galatians 5:1, 13–25 Luke 9:51–62 Songs and Hymns: - “Come, Follow Me,” the Savior Spake: Text: tr. Charles W. Schaeffer, 1813–96; (sts. 1–3, 5): Johann Schefer, 1624–77; (st. 4): Geistliche Lieder und Lobgesänge, 1695; Tune: Bartholomäus Gesius, c. 1555–1613, adapt.; Text and tune: Public domain - My Worth Is Not in What I Own: Text and tune by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Graham Kendrick, © 2014 Getty Music; used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740. - I Will Follow: Chris Tomlin, Jason Ingram, Reuben Morgan; © 2010 Rising Springs Music; Vamos Publishing; worshiptogether.com songs; © 2010 Spirit Nashville Three; So Essential Tunes; Spirit Nashville Three; © 2010 SHOUT! Music Publishing Australia; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus: Text: George Duffield, Jr., 1818–88, alt. Tune: George J. Webb, 1803–87 Text and tune: Public domain - Grace: Text and tune: Niki Shepherd; Jonny Robinson; Rich Thompson; © 2016 Getty Music Publishing; © Rich Thompson Music; © 2016 Jonny Robinson Music; © Little Life Lines Music; Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth: Text: Paul Gerhardt, 1607–76; tr. The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941, alt.; © 1941 Concordia Publishing House. Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220; Tune: Wolfgang Dachstein, c. 1487–1553, public domain. - God Bless America: Text and Tune: Irving Berlin; © 1938 Irving Berlin. Used with permission: One License #728607-A. Liturgies: - Gloria in Excelsis: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Sanctus: Text: Stephen P. Starke - Agnus Dei: Text: Stephen P. Starke #sermon #gospel #timeofthechurch #baptized #nation #strangers #heaven #discipleship #kingdomofGod #Christiancitizenship #baptismalidentity #rejectedbytheworld #heavenlyhome #4thofJuly #followingJesus #ChristianinAmerica #Luke9

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