Redemption Lutheran Sermons

Fourteenth Sunday After Trinity Epistle Lesson: 1 Timothy 1:12-17 – Gratitude to God Gospel Lesson: John 5:1-14 – Marks of Kingdom of God - Health Sermon Text: Psalm 50:14-23 True Worship Which Always Marks the Godly Life Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Sep 6, 2026  

Thirteenth Sunday After Trinity Epistle Lesson: 1 Peter 2:1-10 – High Priestly Calling Gospel Lesson: Mark 12:41-44 – Marks of Kingdom Of God - Sacrifice Sermon Text: Zechariah 7:4-10 What Good has the Lord of Our Good Works? Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Aug 30, 2026  

Twelfth Sunday After Trinity Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 29:18-21– Open Ears and Seeing Eyes Gospel Lesson: John 8:31-36 – Marks of Kingdom Of God - Liberty Sermon Text: Acts 16:9-15 The Secret of the Missionary Spirit in a Christian’s Heart. 1. There is always an eye open to the world’s need 2. There is always an ear open to the Lord’s call 3. There is always a heart open to the world’s salvation Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on August 23, 2026

Tenth Sunday After Trinity OT Lesson: Jeremiah 7:1-11 —The Danger of Final Unbelief Epistle Lesson: Acts 20:17-38 – Faithfulness of Christian Life Sermon Text: Matthew 23:34-39 Jerusalem: A Signal Warning for All Who Are in the Kingdom   Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on August 9, 2026

Ninth Sunday After Trinity Epistle Lesson: Acts 17:16-34 – The Christian’s Testimony Gospel Lesson: Matthew 13:44-46 – The Treasure of the Kingdom of God Sermon Text: Proverbs 16:1-9 Dependence on the Lord Makes the Man of God Complete Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on August 2, 2026

Sermon Text: Matthew 12 : 46-50 Behold! My Mother and My Brothers! 1. This shows what Christ is to us 2. This shows what we are to be to Christ Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on July 26, 2026

Seventh Sunday After Trinity Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 62:6-12 - Home of the Godly Life Gospel Lesson: Mark 4:26-29 Individual Growth in the Kingdom of God Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 6:6-12 The Fight of Faith Guarantees a Wealth Eternal! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on July 19, 2026  

Sixth Sunday After Trinity Old Testament Lesson: Psalm 1 Epistle Lesson: Acts 8:26-39 Sermon Text: Matthew 21:28-32 The Unequal Sons–In Which One am I Portrayed? Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on July 12, 2026

Third Sunday After Trinity Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 12:1-6 Gospel Lesson: Luke 15:11-32 Sermon Text: Acts 3:1-16 The Blessed Power of Jesus’ Name. Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on June 21, 2026

Second Sunday After Trinity Old Testament Lesson: Proverbs 9:1-10 Epistle Lesson: Romans 10:1-15 Sermon Text: Matthew 9:9-13  The Kingdom of Heaven is for Sinners! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on June 14, 2026

First Sunday After Trinity Old Testament Lesson: Deuteronomy 6:4-13 Epistle Lesson: Acts 4:32-35 Sermon Text: Matthew 13:31-35 The Kingdom of Heaven in Its Wonderful Power The parable of the mustard seed and the parable of the leaven hidden in three measures of flour (50-60 pounds). Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on June 7, 2026

Trinity Sunday Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 6:1-7 Epistle Lesson: Ephesians 1:3-14 Sermon Text: Matthew 28:16-20 God’s Triune Action for Your Salvation Being your Father Being your Redeemer Being your Comforter Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on May 31, 2026  

Pentecost Sunday Old Testament Lesson Ezekiel 36:22-28 Epistle Lesson: Ephesians 2:10-22 Gospel Lesson: John 14:15-21 Sermon Text: Psalm 42 My Soul Thirsts For God, For the Living God! 1. How painful this thirst! 2. How Blessed the Satisfaction! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on May 24, 2026

Ascension Sunday Sermon text: Luke 24:50-53  Our Lord Jesus Christ is Forever Exalted  Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on May 17, 2026

Fifth Sunday After Easter Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 55:6-11 Gospel Lesson: Luke 11:5-13 Sermon Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-6 Our Mighty Obligation to Pray for all Men Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on May 10, 2026

Fourth Sunday After Easter Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 42:10-16 Gospel Lesson: John 6:60-69 Sermon Text: 2 Timothy 2:8-13 Remember Jesus Christ, Risen From the Dead! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on May 3, 2026

Third Sunday After Easter Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 40:26-31 Epistle Lesson: 1 John 4:9-14 Sermon Text: John 12:20-26  “Sir, We Wish to See Jesus!” Think of the Desire! Weight the Response! Mark the Outcome! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on April 26, 2026  

Second Sunday After Easter Old Testament Lesson Micah 7:14-20  Epistle Lesson: Ephesians 2:4-10 Gospel Lesson: John 14:1-6 Sermon Text: Psalm 23 The Risen Jesus Cares for Your Soul! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on April 19, 2026

First Sunday After Easter Old Testament Lesson: Genesis 32:22-31 Epistle Lesson: 1 Peter 1:3-9 Sermon Text: John 21:15-19 The Risen Jesus’ Great Question of Love... Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on April 12, 2026  

Easter Sunday Scripture Readings: Mark 16:1-8 John 20:1-18 1 Corinthians 15:35ff. Luke 24:13-25 Sermon Text: Matthew 28:1-10 Our Easter Hallelujah Chorus: He is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on April 5, 2026

Palm Sunday Epistle Lesson: Hebrews 12:1-6 Gospel Lesson: Mark 11:1-11 Sermon Text: Zechariah 9:8-12 Behold! Your King Comes to You! 1. In the Old Covenant, a Word of Hope Meant for Faith 2. In the New Covenant, A Word of Faith Meant For Hope   Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 29, 2026

Sixth Midweek Lenten Service Harmony Reading of the Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ This week’s harmony readings: • The Death of Jesus • Jesus is Buried Sermon Text: John 12:4-6 Who Wants Jesus to Die? Judas Wants Jesus to Die! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 25, 2026  

Fifth Sunday in Lent Old Testament Lesson: Numbers 21:4-9 Gospel Lesson: John 13:31-35 Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:17-25 Consider the Precious Price of Your Redemption! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 22, 2026

Fifth Midweek Lenten Service This week’s harmony readings: • Jesus Bears His Cross • The Crucifixion Sermon Text: John 19:10-16 Who Wants Jesus to Die? Pilate Wants Jesus to Die! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 18, 2026

Fourth Sunday in Lent Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 52:7-10 Gospel Lesson: John 6:47-57 Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 7:4-10 Godly Repentance Makes Your Faith Special Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on March 15, 2026

Fourth Midweek Lenten Service Harmony Reading of the Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ This week’s readings: • Pilate sends Jesus to Herod • Barabbas Released • Jesus Mocked and Delivered to be Crucified Sermon Text: John 18:12-14,19-24 Who Wants Jesus to Die? The High Priest(s) Want Jesus to Die! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 11, 2026

Third Sunday in Lent Old Testament Lesson: Jeremiah 26:1-15 Epistle Lesson: 1 Peter 1:13-15 Sermon Text: Luke 9:51-56 Setting our Eyes Upon our Savior… Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 8, 2026

Third Midweek Lenten Service Harmony Reading of the Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ This week’s harmony readings: • Jesus is Questioned By the High Priest • Judas’ Remorse • Jesus Turned Over to Pilate Sermon Text: Mark 15:5-16 Who Wants Jesus to Die? Barabbas Wants Jesus to Die! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 4, 2026

Second Sunday in Lent Old Testament Lesson: Exodus 33:17-23 Epistle Lesson: 1 John 2:12-17 Sermon Text: Luke 10:17-20 The Greatest Miracle You Can’t See… (The unseen secret war in Cambodia was primarily executed by Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group (MACV-SOG)) Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Mar 1, 2026 

Second Midweek Lenten Service Sermon Text: Matthew 4:1-11 Who Wants Jesus to Die? Satan Wants Jesus to Die! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Feb 25, 2026

First Sunday in Lent Old Testament Lesson Genesis 22:1-14 Epistle Lesson: Hebrews 4:15-16 Sermon Text: Matthew 16:21-26 Jesus Chose Sacrifice He Gives You More than the World Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Feb 22, 2026

Ash Wednesday  Sermon Text: 2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2 ESV Who Wants Jesus to Die? ‘The Father Wants Jesus to Die! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Feb 18, 2026

Quinquagesima Sunday Old Testament Lesson: Jeremiah 8:4-9 Epistle Lesson: 1 Corinthians 1:21-31 Sermon Text: John 11:47-54 The Fool’s Prophecy is Your Greatest Hope Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Feb 15, 2026

Sexagesima Sunday Old Testament Lesson: Amos 8:11-12 Gospel Lesson: John 11:20-27 Sermon Text: Philippians 1:12-21 O For a Faith That Cannot Be Hindered! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Feb 8, 2026

Septuagesima Sunday Epistle Lesson: Philippians 1:27-2:4 Gospel Lesson: Luke 10:38-42 Sermon Text: Jeremiah 9:23-24 Do You Understand God? Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Feb 1, 2026

Transfiguration Sunday Old Testament Lesson: Exodus 3:1-6 Epistle Lesson: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Sermon Text: John 5:39-47 Jesus Unveils Access to the Father 1. Rejecting Him hides access to the Father 2. Believing in Him reveals access to the Father Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Jan 25, 2026

Second Sunday After Epiphany Old Testament Lesson: Genesis 28:10-17 Epistle Lesson: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 Sermon Text: John 1:43-51 The Living Word Imparts Knowledge of Himself Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Jan 18, 2026

First Sunday After Epiphany Old Testament Lesson: Joshua 3:1ff Gospel Lesson: Matthew 3:13-17 Sermon Text: Acts 10:34-43 Jesus is For Everyone...Yes, Everyone! Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Jan 11, 2026  

First Sunday After Chirstmas Epistle Lesson Romans 8:24-32 Gospel Lesson: Luke 4:16-21 Sermon Text: Job 10:8-15 God Produces Endurance For 2026 Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Dec 28, 2025

Sermon Text: John 18:37b Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Christmas 2025

Fourth Sunday in Advent Old Testament Lesson Isaiah 60:1-3 Epistle Lesson: Ephesians 2:1-11 NKJV Sermon Text: Luke 2:8-14 The Angel’s Song: Amazing Glory Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Dec 21, 2025

Advent Candlelight Service The Lord Delights in You… Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Dec 17, 2025 Luke 2 Meditation

Third Sunday in Advent Old Testament Lesson Isaiah 9:2-7 Epistle Lesson: James 5:7-11 Sermon Text: Luke 2:25-32 Simeon’s Song: Amazing Peace Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Dec 14, 2025

Second Sunday in Advent Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 7:3-14 Epistle Lesson: Philippians 4:4-7 Sermon Text: Luke 1:46-55 Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Dec 7, 2025

First Sunday in Advent Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 40:1-11 Epistle Lesson: 2 Corinthians 4:1-7 Sermon Text: Luke 1:67-79 Zechariah’s Song: Amazing Gift Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Nov 30, 2025

Thanksgiving Day Old Testament Lesson: Joel 2:21-27 Epistle Lesson: 1 Timothy 2:1-7 Gospel Lesson: Matthew 6:25-33 Sermon Text: Genesis 32:10 Solving the Thanksgiving Paradox Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Nov 27. 2025

Last Sunday in the Church Year Gospel Lesson Luke 23:27-43 Epistle Lesson: Colossians 1:13-20 Sermon Text: Malachi 3:13-18 You Are Not Home…Yet Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Nov 23, 2025

22nd Sunday After Trinity Epistle Lesson Philippians 1:3-11 Gospel Lesson: Matthew 18:21-35 Sermon Text: Micah 6:6-8 A Pattern for a Godly Life… Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Nov 16, 2025  

21st Sunday After Trinity Old Testament Lesson: Genesis 1:15;26-2:3 Epistle Lesson: Ephesians 6:10-17 NKJV Gospel Lesson: John 4:46-54 NKJV Sermon Text: Genesis 1:1,2 1 In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. The Power of God's Word: Creating Ex Nihilo Preached by Pastor Jonah Albrecht on Nov 9, 2025

All Saints Day First Scripture Reading: Zechariah 8:3-8 Second Scripture Reading: Revelation 7:2-17 Sermon Text: Psalm 126 Selected Verses The God Who Turns Tears Into Laughter Preaching Today: Pastor Emeritus James Albrecht