The Good Word- Sermons from First Christian St. Paul

The Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:17-26)

Jesus comes down to meet a desperate people and give them hope in a God that hasn't given up on them.Dennis Sanders, preaching | February 16, 2025 | Season of EpiphanyLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠Support the ministry of First Christian: https://fccsaintpaul.org/giveFirst Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located in St. Paul, MN. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #epiphany #progressivechristianityChapters:00:00:00 The Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:17-26)00:00:23 Introduction to the Good Word Podcast 00:05:42 Exploring Schrödinger's Cat 00:14:19 The Complexity of Human Nature 00:19:06 The Good News of Jesus

Jesus Calls the First Disciples (Luke 5:1-11)

Jesus meets up with Peter again to go fishing and to present Peter with a new calling.Dennis Sanders, preaching | February 9, 2025 | Season of EpiphanyLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠The full worship service: https://youtube.com/live/zo2MZQA5hu8?feature=shareFirst Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located in St. Paul, MN. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #epiphany #progressivechristianityChapters:00:00:00 The Call of the First Disciples (Luke 5:1-11)00:00:15 Introduction to the Good News 00:03:24 The Call to Ministry 00:07:17 The Miracle of the Catch 00:10:16 The Struggle of the Unworthy 00:13:12 God's Grace in Our Calling 00:16:12 Conclusion: Called by Grace

Jesus Is Rejected At Nazareth (Luke 4:21-30)

Jesus finishes his sermon and then tells those gathered of God's radical grace. The crowd is not pleased.Dennis Sanders, preaching | February 2, 2025 | Season of EpiphanyLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located in St. Paul, MN. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #epiphany #progressivechristianityChapters:00:00:00 Jesus Is Rejected At Nazareth (Luke 4:21-30)00:00:13 The Power of Love 00:02:04 The Fulfillment of Scripture 00:04:02 Music and Its Messages 00:08:57 Stories of Grace 00:11:20 The Challenge of Acceptance 00:15:21 Radical Grace for All 00:16:53 Salvation for Everyone

Jesus at Nazareth (Luke 4:14-21)

Jesus reads from the prophet Isaiah and tells the crowd that today the Scripture is fulfilled.Dennis Sanders, preaching | January 26, 2025 | Season of EpiphanyLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located in St. Paul, MN. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #epiphany #progressivechristianityChapters:00:00:00 Jesus at Nazareth (Luke 4:14-21)00:00:20 Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 12 00:04:09 Transition to the Gospel of Luke 00:04:21 Jesus in the Synagogue 00:10:42 Understanding Jesus' Message 00:13:19 The Need for Freedom 00:13:45 The Impact of Grace 00:16:32 Jesus' Fulfillment of Prophecy 00:18:26 Sharing the Good News

Sermon: The Wedding Planner- January 19, 2025

1 Corinthians 12:1-11 and John 2:1-11 | Third Sunday After Epiphany | January 19, 2025 | First Christian Church, Roseville, MN | Dennis Sanders, preachingLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located near St. Paul, MN in Roseville. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #epiphany #progressivechristianityChapters:00:00:00 Sermon: The Wedding Planner- January 19, 202500:00:25 Opening Prayer and Scripture Reading 00:02:33 Wedding at Cana 00:04:34 A Personal Wedding Reflection 00:09:17 The Unexpected in Weddings 00:13:09 The Miracle of Water into Wine 00:17:14 Martin Luther King’s Story 00:20:50 Conclusion: God’s Grace and Salvation

Sermon: We Are God’s Beloved - January 12, 2025

Acts 8:14-17 and Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 | Baptism of Jesus | January 12, 2025 | First Christian Church, Roseville, MN | Teresa Kim Pecinovsky, preachingLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located near St. Paul, MN in Roseville. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #epiphany #progressivechristianityChapters:00:00:00 FCC Sermon 01122500:00:14 Opening Scriptures 00:00:57 Transition to the Gospel 00:02:15 The Baptism of Jesus 00:04:32 Question of Belonging 00:07:45 Belonging to God 00:11:08 Invitation to Show Love 00:12:37 Community of Belonging

Sermon: When Jesus Moves In - January 5, 2025

Isaiah 60:1-6, John 1:10-18 and Matthew 2:1-12 | Epiphany Sunday | January 5, 2025 | First Christian Church, Roseville, MN | Dennis Sanders, preachingLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located near St. Paul, MN in Roseville. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #epiphany #progressivechristianityChapters:00:00:00 Sermon FCC St. Paul00:00:11 Light in Darkness 00:04:31 The Magi's Journey 00:09:26 Revelation of Christ 00:15:18 Worship as Resistance 00:16:44 God Among Us 00:20:09 Importance of Remembering

Sermon: A Christmas Carol - December 24, 2024

Titus 2:11-14, Isaiah 9:2-7 and John 1:1-14 | Christmas Eve | December 24, 2024 | First Christian Church, Roseville, MN | Dennis Sanders, preachingLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located near St. Paul, MN in Roseville. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #christmaseve #christmasChapters:00:00:00 Sermon: A Christmas Carol - December 24, 202400:00:14 In the Beginning 00:01:46 The Spirit of Christmas 00:07:12 Grace Over Lists 00:09:36 Mary, Did You Know? 00:12:03 A Song of Joy

Sermon: Born of the Virgin Mary - December 22, 2024

Micah 5:2-5 and Luke 1:39-55 | Fourth Sunday of Advent | December 22, 2024 | First Christian Church, Roseville, MN | Dennis Sanders, preachingLearn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located near St. Paul, MN in Roseville. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #advent #christmasChapters:00:00:00 Sermon: Born of the Virgin Mary - December 22, 202400:00:23 Introduction to the Gospel 00:01:29 The Birth of Jesus Foretold 00:04:01 A Prayer for Guidance 00:05:49 Insights from Bible Study 00:08:03 Mary's Visit to Elizabeth 00:12:24 Joy in the Arrival of Jesus 00:13:36 Elizabeth's Experience of Faith 00:15:35 Recognizing God in Our Lives 00:16:59 Salvation Through the Virgin Mary 00:18:44 Conclusion and Reflection

Sermon: You Call This Good News? - December 15, 2024

Philippians 4:4-7 and Luke 3:7-18 | Third Sunday of Advent | December 15, 2024 | First Christian Church, Roseville, MN | Dennis Sanders, preachingPastor Dennis explores hope and joy in Philippians and Luke, emphasizing prayer during anxiety, John the Baptist's call for repentance, and personal insights on faith, God's love, and compassionate action in the community.
Learn more about First Christian: ⁠⁠https://fccsaintpaul.org/⁠⁠First Christian Church of St. Paul is a small, open and affirming, and multicultural church located near St. Paul, MN in Roseville. We are a local expression of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Learn more about us: fccsaintpaul.org.#sermons #advent #gaudete Chapters:00:00:00 Sermon: You Call This Good News? - December 15, 202400:00:18 Scripture Reading 00:03:08 Reflection on Joy 00:07:42 John the Baptist’s Message 00:12:51 The Joy of Serving Others 00:15:02 Conclusion and Thanks