The Good Word- Sermons from First Christian St. Paul
First Christian Church -St. Paul is an open and affirming, multicultural Disciples of Christ congregation united in the life, death, and resurrection of Christ for the sake of the world. Join us here for weekly messages looking for glimpses of God in our daily life.
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Sunday Jan 05, 2025
Sunday Jan 05, 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
Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
Wednesday Dec 25, 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
Sunday Dec 22, 2024
Sunday Dec 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
Sunday Dec 15, 2024
Sunday Dec 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
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Malachi 3:1-4 and Luke 3:1-6 | Second Sunday of Advent | December 8, 2024 | First Christian Church, Roseville, MN | Dennis Sanders, preaching
Pastor Dennis looks at Malachi 3:1-4 and Luke 3:1-6, emphasizing repentance, societal injustices, and the hope of renewal during Advent, using the interstate highway system as a metaphor for divine intervention.
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.Chapters:00:00:00 Sermon: Smoothing the Rough Places - December 8, 202400:00:12 Scripture Reading and Reflection 00:00:58 The Message of John the Baptist 00:02:25 A Prayer for Repentance 00:07:07 The State of Our Hearts 00:08:43 Barriers to God and Each Other 00:12:28 The Meaning of Advent 00:14:43 Building Roads Through Challenges