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Moses reminds God’s people in Deuteronomy to break the cycle of fear and sin by trusting the Lord completely and loving Him with all their heart, soul, and strength. Even when we fail, Jesus gives us grace, forgiveness, and the promise of the true Promised Land. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Deuteronomy #PromisedLand

Routines. We all have them, some good, some not. As we finish up the book of Numbers, the Lord establishes daily, weekly, monthly, and annual routines that are good for his Old Testament people. Does he do the same for us? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #Routines #QuietTime #SeekTheLord

The Israelites’ constant complaining showed a lack of trust in God despite His provision and led to painful consequences. We’re called to turn from grumbling and fix our eyes on Jesus, where we find forgiveness and peace. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #ChooseGratitude #FixYourEyesOnJesus #StopComplaining

Do you ever have to learn things "the hard way"? Unfortunately, we all sometimes do. But that is not God's best for us. In Pastor Clark's sermon, he shows how God's people in the wilderness were meant to be examples for us so that we wouldn't have to learn the hard way! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #StayOrGo #GodProvides

The Book of Numbers reveals how the Israelites failed to keep God at the center, choosing fear over faith and facing the consequences. Yet God remains faithful, pointing to Jesus and reminding us that true purpose comes from putting Him first. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofNumbers #FaithOverFear #PutGodFirst

How did the Old Testament people know that God accepted their sacrifices and they were truly forgiven? How can we truly know that God accepted Jesus's sacrifice on our behalf as well? Can we know for sure? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Bookof Leviticus #Accepted #HeIsRisen

Like forgotten passwords, sin kept people locked out of God’s presence, and sacrifices could only cover the problem. Jesus became the true “password,” opening direct access to God through His sacrifice. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #Bookof Leviticus #PasswordProblem #Hosanna

Have you ever designed a perfect plan for somebody only to have them make a total mess of it? God’s plan for his Old Testament people was amazing! How did His people respond? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofExodus #PerfectPlan #ChosenPeople

Pastor Ryan reflects on the Israelites’ journey out of Egypt and how it reminded them of God’s past deliverance, gave them reasons to praise Him, and pointed to promises still to come. In the same way, it shows us what we need for our daily journey—reminders of God’s faithfulness, a heart ready to worship, and confidence in the future He has promised through Christ. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofExodus #JourneyWithGod

Does it ever seem like God is taking his "own sweet time"? Do you ever pray for God to help you, and it seemingly gets worse?? How do you deal with it when this happens to you? Pastor Clark addresses this subject as we begin the book of Exodus in our two-year read through the Bible! #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofExodus #StoryofMoses #PassoverLamb #TrustGodsTiming

Pastor Chris Ryan points to the life of Joseph as a powerful reminder that we are Christ’s ambassadors wherever God places us. Even when circumstances are difficult or we fall short, God is with us, offering forgiveness through Jesus and using us to reflect His grace to others. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofGenesis #JosephsStory #FaithInEverySeason

The Oreo illustration highlights how easy it is to trade something immensely valuable for a short-term craving—just like Jacob misjudged what reconciliation would cost and like we misjudge God’s grace. Pastor Ryan uses the books of Genesis and Gospel of Luke, to show the message is clear: we assume we must pay our way back, but instead we find a God who has already covered the cost and runs toward us in mercy. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofGenesis #JacobandEsau #JesusPaidItAll #RunToTheFather #Reconciliation

Have you ever been called controlling? Why do we try to control so many things in our lives? It's because of fear! Is there a better way of dealing with fear and the need to control? Pastor Clark uses the story of Jacob and Esau to show how control never leads to anything good and a how to respond in a godly and wise way. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofGenesis  #GodIsInControl

Kind of like a reminder on a smartwatch, God patiently reminds us of His promises when we forget or doubt. From Abraham to the cross, Scripture shows that God is a promise-making, promise-keeping God, and when we forget, we’re called to look to the cross and say, “Amen—yes, yes, it shall be so.” #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofGenesis #PromiseKeeper

For 37 chapters Job and his friends argued over why bad things were happening to Job. In the end, God speaks, showing both His wisdom and man's foolishness.  #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofJob #WereYouThere

A dramatic Jeopardy upset and Job’s life of loss are paired to show that true victory comes from answering one essential question about hope beyond suffering and death. The message highlights a living kinsman redeemer—Jesus—as the source of redemption, restoration, and lasting faith. #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofJob #HopeinSuffering #KinsmanRedeemer

On our journey through the Bible, we come upon the book of Job. Job was a man who had everything and then lost everything. His friends came to comfort him, but after a good start, they failed miserably. What can we learn about grief and how to comfort someone going through it from this difficult book? #StJohnsBuffalo #CovertoCoverBible #BookofJob #HopeinHardTimes #WordsMatter

From childhood road trips and Where’s Waldo to Noah’s Ark, this message invites listeners to look closer and discover Jesus hidden in plain sight throughout Scripture. The flood story reveals Christ as the Door, the Water, and the Mountain—the only way to salvation, the One who washes us clean, and the curse-reverser who gives new beginnings. #stjohnsbuffalomn #covertocoverbible #noahsark #genesis #hiddeninplainsight

Do the first few chapters of Genesis really matter? Not only do they matter; they are foundational to the rest of the Bible and to how we look at the world around us! Grab your Bible and join us as we begin our two year sermon series "cover to cover" and turn to the very beginning, the book of Genesis. #stjohnsbuffalomn #covertocoverbible #genesis

Struggling with putting things off? Overwhelmed with tomorrow's tasks? Discover the power of immediate action with Pastor Chris Ryan in his latest sermon 'Delayed Obedience.' 🌟 Dive into lessons from the unwavering faith of Joseph. Listen now at St. John's Lutheran Church, Buffalo, MN. 🙏 #stjohnsbuffalomn #DelayedObedience #joseph #procrastination #overwhelmed 

Join Pastor Ryan Clark at St. John's Lutheran Church as he delves into the origin story of Hanukkah and its Christian connections. Discover how Jesus' words during this Festival of Dedication can help you to rededicate yourself during this Advent season. 🙏 #Advent #StJohnsBuffaloMN #hanukkah #festivaloflights #festivalofdedication

Join us as Pastor Chris Ryan explores the profound impact of perspective in our spiritual journey. Discover why making the right comparisons leads us closer to grace, compassion, and understanding. True comparison lies in seeing ourselves through the lens of Christ's love. 🌟 #Advent #JohnTheBaptist #Perspectiveiseverything

🔔 Keep Watch! Discover the importance of staying spiritually vigilant in these prophetic times as we await Christ's return. 🎄 Pastor Ryan Clark's sermon challenges us to love one another while we are waiting on this first Sunday of Advent. 🙏 #Advent #Watchmen #StJohnsBuffaloMN

🌟 Listen now to the conclusion of the "Good to His Word" sermon series with Pastor Ryan Clark. Be encouraged with God's promise to provide -even at the "11th hour"- and how Jehovah Jireh meets our needs both physically and spiritually. Check it out today! 🙌🕊️ #JehovahJireh #GodWillProvide #stjohnsbuffalomn #goodtohisword

💤 "Are you tired of being tired? Discover practical and spiritual ways to unload life's burdens and embrace rest with Pastor Chris Ryan's latest sermon in the series "Good to His Word: God's Amazing Promises for your Life". Pastor Ryan reminds us of Jesus' promise: 'Come to me, all you who are weary, and I will give you rest.' Join us online at St. John's Lutheran Church! 📖✨ #FindRest #SpiritualRest #GoodToHisWord" #stjohnsbuffalomn

Feeling overwhelmed by the world's dangers? 🛡️ Want to live free from fear? 🙏 Discover the power of faith in God's promises and how you can find peace in His protection. The safest place may not be where you think it is! Join Pastor Ryan Clark in message #10 in the "Good to His Word" sermon series. Listen now! #Faithoverfear #GodsPromises #goodtohisword #stjohnsbuffalomn 

Get a little CLOSER!  🔎Zoom in and discover the incredible promise of eternal life with Pastor Chris Ryan in week 9 of the series, Good to His Word. 📖 The promise of eternal life is often overlooked or overly familiar - but there is SO MUCH to look forward to - and NOT just in the hereafter. Don't miss this encouraging sermon from St. John's Lutheran Church! 🙏 #EternalLife #promisespromises #goodtohisword #getalittlecloser #StJohnsBuffaloMN 

⏳ Feel uncertain about the future? Who doesn't? 📅 We have an unwavering promise from the Lord to lean on that He will guide us.  Allow your faith to be strengthened as you hear this amazing promise of God for you and learn how to call on Him in every decision in the 8th message in our sermon series, Good to His Word. #goodtohisword #stjohnsbuffalomn #promisesofgod #guidance 

🔍 Does ANYTHING stay the same? Pastor Chris Ryan dives deep into God's promise of NEVER CHANGING in message #7 in St. John's sermon series "Good to His Word". Embrace the comfort of our God who never changes, even amidst life's ever-shifting landscape. Listen now! #Unchanging #GodsPromises #goodtohisword #stjohnsbuffalomn

Feeling distant from God? As we continue our sermon series, Good to His Word, Pastor Ryan Clark explores God's promise to always be with us.  You can experience His unending presence in your life. Listen to this hopeful message from St. John's Lutheran Church. 🌟 #DrawNear #Iwillneverleaveyou #GoodToHisWord #everpresent #stjohnsbuffalomn

Dive into the roots of Sukkot, the Feast of Tabernacles, and explore God's amazing promises with Pastor Chris Ryan. Experience the light and living water that sustain us all year round. 🌟💧 (preached Oct 5, 2025) #Thankfulness #Sukkot #GodsPromises #GoodtoHisWord #stjohnsbuffalomn

Discover how God’s promises fill our lives with hope! Join St. John's Pastor Ryan Clark & David Garrett from Jews for Jesus for Jesus as they uncover the riches of Israel's fall feasts, Yom Kippur, and God's unwavering commitment to us in part 4 of the sermon series Good to His Word.

Week 3 in the sermon series, Good to His Word, 📖 brings us to a mini-series within the longer series on the promises of God for our lives.  Rosh Hashanah is New Year's on the Jewish calendar - the Festival of Trumpets 🎺🎺🎺- and the promise of the returning of the King. 👑 Pastor Clark explores this fall festival and what it means for Christians today.   #goodtohisword #stjohnsbuffalomn #roshhashanah #festivaloftrumpets #shofar

Ever wonder how the trials and triumphs of life fit into God's plan? Can He really work ALL things for my good?  In this week's message, dig into the profound (yet sometimes challenging) promise of Romans 8:28 with Pastor Chris Ryan in week 2 of the sermon series "Good to His Word: God's Amazing Promises for Your Life".  #GodsPlan #Romans828 #goodtohisword #promisesofgod #stjohnsbuffalomn

Promises, promises! We are quick to make promises these days, but short on our commitment to keep them. Thankfully God is not a man - and does not make a promise He does not KEEP!  St. John's is beginning a new sermon series this week entitled, "Good to His Word: God's Amazing Promises for Your Life".  Tune in each week this fall to go through these precious Biblical promises from our Father. #goodtohisword #promisespromises #stjohnsbuffalomn #sermonseries

🔎 If you're too zoomed in on a photograph, you won't be able to see the full picture.  *See what surprise Pastor Ryan revealed when he "zooms out" his picture! 😮 Sometimes in the Bible, we get too zoomed in as well and perhaps don't see a bigger picture the Lord is trying to reveal. 🖼️ Give a listen to this message on Luke 14 from Aug 31, 2025 to find out more.   #stjohnsbuffalomn #zoomout #luke14

Continuing in Hebrews 12, Pastor Clark talks about why the Lord disciplines us. As parents we have lots to learn from our Heavenly Father! Find out more about parenting and healthy discipline in this message from August 24.   #stjohnsbuffalomn #godlydiscipline #hebrews12 #parentingstyles

"Run with perseverance the race marked out for us." Discover what it really means to finish your race well in Pastor Ryan Clark's powerful sermon from August 17, 2025! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ #FinishWell #Perseverance #stjohnsbuffalomn

Budgeting time - it's a challenge for most people in this fast-paced life! ⌚ 🏃 Pastor Chris Ryan uses Mary & Martha's experience to help us consider how we might budget our time to make "the better choice".  🔉 Give it a listen!   #stjohnsbuffalomn #maryandmartha #budgetingtime #betterchoice

Crazy laws that are still on the books ⚖️ and the Good Samaritan 🦙 - an often familiar tale.  Which character are you?  A bystander who'll let others help?  A rescuer?  You might be surprised who the hero of this story is.  Pastor Chris Ryan unpacks the parable in this message from August 3, 2025.  #goodsamaritan #stjohnsbuffalomn #lovelikejesus #crazylaws

Experience the power of worship with Psalms, hymns, and songs from the spirit! Most of us have worship style preferences - but what does the Bible say about it? Join Pastor Ryan Clark as he shares insights from Ephesians 5:19 & Colossians 3:16 to help guide our thinking about them in our #madeforCommUNITY series at St. John’s. Let's lift our voices together! 🙌🎶 #Worship #oneanothers #filledwiththespirit

"How would you spend your last 24 hours?" 😇 Pastor Chris Ryan challenges us with insights from 1 Peter 4:7-10 on hospitality, prayer, and love. 📖 Give this message a listen to discover the power of living with purpose in sermon 7 of the series "Made for CommUNITY".  #LiveWithPurpose #adeforcommunity #stjohnsbuffalomn #lastday

Continuing the sermon series, Made for CommUNITY, Pastor Chris Ryan shares God's playbook for living at peace with one another. 📋🕊️ It may not be what you expect! Give it a listen (or watch on YouTube). #stjohnsbuffalomn #madeforcommunity #liveatpeace #harmony

‘Strong people don’t put each other down. They lift each other up.’ 🤲 Discover 7️⃣ ways you can be an encourager in Pastor Ryan Clark's sermon, Made for CommUNITY - part 5 - Encourage One Another. 🌟 #encouragement #encourageoneanother #madeforcommunity #stjohnsbuffalomn

Is there such a thing as perfect love? ❤️ What would it look like? Join Pastor Chris Ryan at St. John's Lutheran Church as he continues the series "Made for CommUNITY" to learn about God's unconditional love. Be challenged to love with Jesus' love! ✝️📖 #loveoneanother #madeforcommunity #stjohnsbuffalomn

Struggling with forgiveness? Join us for part 3️⃣ in the Made for Community sermon series - Forgive One Another. Pastoral Candidate Jon Chapa shared a powerful message on unconditional love and reconciliation from Colossians 3. Listen now to discover how God's grace reshapes our lives and relationships. 🤝💫 #madeforcommunity #forgiveoneanother #stjohnsbuffalomn #concordiaseminarystlouis #csl

In week 2️⃣ of the Made for CommUNITY sermon series, Pastor Ryan digs into Philippians 2 to uncover Christ's model for selflessness, love, and humility. Christ's example challenges us to put others first by the power of the Holy Spirit! Who do YOU want to look like? 🤳 🖼️ Give it a listen now! #TrinitySunday #fathersday #stjohnsbuffalomn #madeforcommunity

Listen to the first installment in the new sermon series, Made for CommUNITY where we're looking at the "one-anothers" in the Bible and God's plan for US as we do life together.  Part One: Pray for One Another. 🙏 #oneanothers #prayforoneanother #madeforcommunity #stjohnsbuffalomn

"Unity does not mean uniformity." Discover how our differences make us stronger when we use them to serve on another in this message on Psalm 133 and John 17. Let's seek harmony and strengthen our community! ⛪ Sermon series "Made for CommUNITY" begins next Sunday! #churchunity #weareone #unitedinchrist #stjohnsbuffalomn #madeforcommunity

👉 Excuses, excuses...ever wonder how they may be ruling your life? Tune into Pastor Chris Ryan's sermon 'Excuses' as he takes us from Naaman and Elisha to the man by the pool of Bethesda, applying age-old wisdom to our modern-day struggles. ⌛ Listen to this sermon from May 25, 2025 and more past sermons at sjlb.org/sermons.