Reformation Day
The Son of God Has Set Us Free from Sin and Death by His Grace
“Wisdom is justified by her deeds” (Matthew 11:19), and the true Wisdom of God, Christ Jesus, the incarnate Son, justifies us by His deeds. He prepares His way by the preaching of repentance, but He has suffered the violence of the Law and voluntarily handed Himself over to violent men, that we might eat and drink with Him in His Kingdom and “remain in the house forever” (John 8:35). For He is “a friend of tax collectors and sinners” (Matthew 11:19), and He has rescued us by His grace from the slavery of sin and death. By the proclamation of His eternal Gospel “to those who dwell on earth, to every nation and tribe and language and people” (Revelation 14:6), “the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law” (Romans 3:21), “that he might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus” (Romans 3:26). And by hearing the Gospel of Christ Jesus, “whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received by faith” (Romans 3:25), “you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:31-32).
Reformation Sunday(Series C)
Old Testament Reading: Revelation 14:6-7
Epistle Reading: Romans 3:19-28
Gospel Reading: John 8:31-36
Worship Service
October-26-2025
In his Reformation Sunday sermon, Pastor Eric Klemme asked, “Why does the Church exist?” He declared that the Church’s sole purpose is to reveal Jesus Christ to the nations—to proclaim the eternal Gospel of salvation by grace through faith in Christ alone. It is not the Church’s mission to change morals or behavior, but to share the good news that we are justified apart from works, moralism, or human reason. Pastor Klemme contrasted this truth with his upbringing in the Roman Catholic Church, where he was taught salvation through works and rituals. He described how the Lutheran rediscovery of Sola Scriptura, Sola Fide, and Sola Gratia brought the freeing assurance that salvation is God’s gift, not human achievement. Faith and morality, he explained, flow from the Holy Spirit’s work through Word and Sacrament, not from human effort. The Church’s mission is to live and proclaim Christ crucified and risen—to share His Gospel in every time and place, even amid opposition. The Church is not a club for the good but a refuge for sinners redeemed by Christ’s blood. We are fed by Word and Sacrament so that we may go forth into the world, the mission field, bearing witness to the saving grace of Jesus Christ until He comes again.
Family Life Minister Curtis shared the story of Martin Luther to help the children understand what the Reformation celebrates—not the man himself, but the rediscovery of the Gospel truth that we are saved by grace through faith in Christ alone. Using a pop-up book, he told how Luther left his plan to be a lawyer after surviving a storm, became a monk, and discovered from Scripture that salvation is not earned by good works or payments, but freely given by God. Luther’s 95 Theses challenged the false teachings of his day, and though he faced danger, God protected him. Luther’s work helped make the Bible accessible to everyone and inspired others to reform the Church by returning to God’s Word. Curtis reminded the children that, like Luther, we are called to read the Bible, listen to the Holy Spirit, and follow Jesus in faith—trusting that salvation is a gift, not something we earn.
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Reformation Pictures 2025-2021
Reformation Sunday(Series B)
Old Testament Reading: Revelation 14:6-7
Epistle Reading: Romans 3:19-28
Gospel Reading: John 8:31-36
Worship Service
October-27-2024
The Reformation reminds us that we are justified by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, according to Scripture alone. Luther, Wycliffe, and Huss labored to put God’s Word into the hands of ordinary people so the gospel could be heard directly. Grace is God’s free gift—Christ’s righteousness given to us—not something earned or purchased. “The Word of the Lord endures forever” (1Peter 1:25).
The Lutheran Rose teaches us the gospel in symbols: a black cross for our sins on Jesus, a red heart for God’s love, a white rose for Christ’s righteousness, a blue background for baptism, and a gold ring for God’s everlasting kingdom. Through Jesus, we are forgiven, made pure, and called to share His love.
Reformation Sunday(Series A)
Old Testament Reading: Revelation 14:6-7
Epistle Reading: Romans 3:19-28
Gospel Reading: John 8:31-36
Worship Service
October-29-2023
Reformation Sunday proclaims the heart of the gospel: We are justified by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, according to Scripture alone. Luther’s rediscovery of Romans 1:17 reminds us that righteousness is God’s gift, not earned by works. From the Reformation to our own history, the Church’s mission remains the same—proclaim the eternal gospel so that all may know Christ, who sets us free (John 8:31–32).
Children learned about the Lutheran Rose: black cross (Jesus bearing sin), red heart (God’s love), white rose (righteousness), blue (baptism), gold ring (eternal reign), and green (new life in Christ). We give thanks for His salvation.
Reformation Sunday(Series C)
Old Testament Reading: Revelation 14:6-7
Epistle Reading: Romans 3:19-28
Gospel Reading: Matthew 11:12-19
On Reformation Sunday, the sermon highlighted the need for vigilance in defending the gospel against distortion, both from outside forces and within the church. Pastor drew parallels between today’s cultural and ideological pressures and the challenges faced by Martin Luther and reformers like John Huss, who refused to compromise the truth of God’s Word, even at great personal cost. Using Scripture, the message emphasized that watering down the gospel has eternal consequences, and Christians must stand firm, equipped with God’s Word as their spiritual weapon. Luther’s hymn A Mighty Fortress Is Our God served as a rallying cry to trust in God’s unshakable kingdom and Christ’s victory over sin, death, and the devil.
Children learned the Lutheran Rose shows the Trinity: black cross (Jesus), red heart (Father’s love), white rose (Holy Spirit’s holiness). They also learned the Reformation motto: “The Word of God endures forever.”
Reformation Day(Series B)
Old Testament Reading: Revelation 14:6-7
Epistle Reading: Romans 3:19-28
Gospel Reading: John 8:31-36
This Reformation message reflects on Martin Luther’s struggle with sin and God’s holiness, contrasting today’s casual view of sin with the biblical reality of God’s justice. Luther realized that no human effort could meet God’s standard; only Christ’s perfect righteousness, received by grace through faith, could save. We cannot boast in salvation—it is entirely God’s gift, like a debt completely paid by another. Grace covers both our past and future sins, calling us to believe, receive, and live by faith.
Reformation Pictures 2020-2016
Reformation
We are celebrating the Reformation with a congregational picnic, live action drama, Lutheran trivia, pumpkin carving, and fellowship. The first act of our three act play starts at Noon. The conclusion of that first act will signal the start of the picnic.
The Reformation commemorates the rescue of the Gospel (Faith alone, Grace alone, Scripture alone, Christ alone, All Glory to God alone) from a corrupt medieval church. The catalyst for the reformation was the Oct 31, 1517 posting on the door of the Wittenberg Church a disputation protesting clerical abuses and the sale of forgiveness.
Reformation Sunday(Series A)
Old Testament Reading: Revelation 14:6-7
Epistle Reading: Romans 3:19-28
Gospel Reading: John 8:31-36
The true problem in our world is sin—a universal condition revealed by God’s law. The law acts as a mirror, showing our guilt and inability to save ourselves, driving us to seek help outside ourselves. Martin Luther’s struggle with guilt ended when he rediscovered the Gospel truth in Romans 1:17—that righteousness is a gift of grace received through faith in Christ, not earned by works. Jesus, our substitute, bore our sins on the cross, declaring “It is finished.” Salvation is entirely God’s work; we bring nothing, just as infants in baptism receive grace without merit. Reformation reminds us we are justified by grace through faith alone. This frees us from the fear of earning God’s favor, while making us servants to others in love. As Luther said, “God does not need your good works, but your neighbor does.” Forgiveness and eternal life are God’s gift; our response is a life of service and love, not to earn salvation, but to glorify God and bless others.
Reformation Pictures 2015-2011
Reformation Story Retold
The Reformation commemorates the rescue of the Gospel (Faith alone, Grace alone, Christ alone) from a corrupt medieval church. The catalyst for the reformation was the Oct 31, 1517 posting on the door of the Wittenberg Church a disputation protesting clerical abuses and the sale of forgiveness.
Act 1 - John Tetzel selling indulgences
Act 2 - Martin Luther posts his 95 Theses
Act 3 - Diet of Worms
Reformation Pictures 2010-2009
