Immanuel Bay City Sermons

On this Rally Day weekend, Pastor Garcia considers the Hebrews 12:1-2, the theme verse for this school year, in light of the Old Testament lesson appointed for the 16th Sunday after Pentecost.

In the Epistle and Gospel lessons for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost God reminds us that we are outflanked by sin, it is all round us and even in us. The Good News is that Jesus outflanked first and won salvation for us through His blood.

We are back after a summer hiatus due to technical challenges. This week Pastor Garcia preaches on the Gospel lesson appointed for the 14th Sunday after Pentecost, Mark 7:1-13. In the sermon we consider the difference between the Law of God and the traditions of men. God's Law ultimately leads to the heart of His love for you, where traditions can lead you astray.

To celebrate Pentecost we consider the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives through the lens of God's people in the Old Testament. Ezekiel is given a vision where God promises to breath life back into these dry bones that believe they are cut off. In Christ, dry bones live!

On the seventh Sunday of Easter we wrap up our sermon series entitled Love Letter based off of 1 John. In 1 John chapter 5 we hear the clear testimony of this beloved disciple about the love of Jesus Christ and how this testimony remains even as Christ is ascended.

The love of Jesus overcomes the world. In this week's message Pastor Garcia continues the sermon series Love Letter from 1 John. We are now in chapter five and we hear that God's love overcomes!

Pastor Garcia continues the sermon series entitled Love Letter. Now in 1 John 4 we hear that the Spirit of love can be tested, it is not a "blind faith" sort of thing, but in fact is measured by the actions of Jesus.

Pastor Garcia continues the sermon series entitled Love Letter considering the book of 1st John. On this Good Shepherd Sunday St. John helps us see that laying down our lives in love for our brothers is a reflection of what Jesus has done for us.

Our sermon series entitled Love Letter continues as Pastor Garcia preaches on the love established by God in the "now and not yet" from St. John's first epistle.

In the Second Sunday of Easter, Pastor Garcia begins his sermon series entitles Love Letter. This series will follow the pericope system as we read through 1 John.

Holy Saturday serves as a culmination for catechesis in many churches. In this Easter message Pastor Garcia draws together this tradition with the sacrament of baptism and how it beautifully weaves into our Easter joy!

As we consider the texts appointed for Palm Sunday, Pastor Garcia asks the question what was on Jesus' mind? Listen and hear that though everyone else had different things on their mind, Jesus had his mind set on you!

Pastor Garcia reflects on the last Sunday in Lent and how our practices of piety are only helpful if they drive us to Jesus.

Utilizing the image of a standard Pastor Garcia considers the Old Testament and Gospel lessons appointed for the 4th Sunday in Lent.

Pastor Garcia asks three questions to consider the texts for the 3rd Sunday in Lent. Why all these rules? How do I become cool? Why is Jesus flipping tables?

Pastor Garcia preaches on the Gospel lesson for the First Sunday in Lent where we hear of Jesus in the wilderness for 40 days. In the wilderness God is in control and God sends angels to minister.

Bay Area Circuit Visitor and guest pastor Rev. David Jung preaches on the Gospel lesson appointed for the Transfiguration of our Lord.

Pastor Garcia considers the Old Testament and Gospel lessons for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany. Comparing the grand description of God in His immensity and the personal nature of Jesus ministry.

Guest preacher Rev. Erv Hutter proclaims the good news of Jesus Christ through the Old Testament lesson, Deuteronomy 18:15-20, appointed for the 4th Sunday after the Epiphany.

Pastor Garcia preaches about the finitude of time and how even in this short life God gives us more than enough time for what matters most as we wait on Him.

Pastor Garcia preaches on the texts for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany. Considering how God establishes His relationship with us and how that grows into how we build relationships with one another.

Pastor Garcia preaches on the Epiphany texts appointed this year from Isaiah 60:1-6 and Matthew 2:1-12.

Pastor Jones preaches his final sermon as pastor of Immanuel Lutheran- Bay City. He focuses on the song of Simeon and the continued promises of God fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

Pastor Garcia considers the Epistle lesson from 1 Thessalonians for the Third Sunday in Advent.

Pastor Jones preaches on the Old Testament lesson from Isaiah 40:1-2, 6-8 for the second Sunday in Advent.

Pastor Garcia peaches on the Gospel lesson for the First Sunday of Advent, where Jesus encourages His disciples to stay awake in anticipation of His return on the last day.

In the last Sunday of the church year, commonly known as Christ the King Sunday, Pastor Jones reflects on the Parable of the Sheep and Goats in the Gospel reading for the day-Matthew 25: 31-46.

Pastor Garcia proclaims the promises of God in light of 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 the Epistle lesson for the 24th Sunday after Pentecost.

Pastor Jones preaches on the first reading appointed for all saints day from Revelation chapter 7.

Pastor Garcia reflects on the Gospel lesson for Reformation Sunday; confirming the promise of Jesus that His disciples will know the truth as they abide in His word.

Pastor Jones preaches on the 21 Sunday after Pentecost. There is an audio problem at the beginning that clears up shortly.

Pastor Garcia reflects on Isaiah 25:6-9, the appointed Old Testament lesson for the 20th Sunday after Pentecost.

There is a tension of humility and hopefulness in the Christian life. Pastor Garcia explores the epistle lesson for the 18th Sunday After Pentecost to consider this reality in our lives today.

Pastor Jones preaches on the appointed Psalm for the 17th Sunday after Pentecost, Psalm 27:1-9. Preaching notes: The Lord is my light and my salvation Though the darkness come agianst me, it cannot prevail. I will see the Lord.

Pastor Jones peaches on the Old Testament lesson for the 16th Sunday after Pentecost Genesis 50:15-21. Reflecting on forgiveness attitudes: The world's attitude toward forgiveness... well, it's worldly. God's attitude towards forgiveness is gracious, merciful & love. I forgive you in the attitude of God.

Pastor Garcia peaches on the theme of the texts appointed for Christian Education Sunday; emphasizing the importance and the blessing of being connected to God and one another through Christ.

Pastor Garcia uses the image of the cross to reflect on the promises of God in the Gospel and Epistle lessons appointed for the 14th Sunday after Pentecost. Grab a piece of paper and something to write with and follow along as you hear the good news of the cross of Jesus Christ.

Pastor Jones peaches on the Old Testament lesson for the 13th Sunday after Pentecost. Teaching: Rather than hide, God calls out to us. To us in our wanderings, God calls out to us. To you who see, God calls out to us.

Pastor Jones preaches on the Gospel lesson for the 12th Sunday after Pentecost. Teaching that Jesus abundantly feed us the life-giving, sin-forgiving, soul-healing crumbs we need!

Pastor Garcia peaches on the Epistle reading for the 11th Sunday after Pentecost. August 13, 2023

Pastor Jones provides the sermon for August 6th, 2023 the 10th Sunday After Pentecost.

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