St. Johns Lutheran Church, Park Rapids, MN

03/19/2026

Feeling like a pile of dry bones? God once spoke to a valley of very dry bones, ‘I will put my Spirit within you and you shall live.’ He still does it today through his Word and Spirit. Come hear Ezekiel’s vision and Jesus’ promise of living breath this Sunday.

03/18/2026

After defeating 450 prophets of Baal, Elijah didn't find boldness, he fled to the wilderness wanting to die. Join us as we explore why miracles aren't enough to fuel your faith and how the Word of God provides the "bread" you need for the journey from death to life.

03/11/2026

It's probably the shortest sermon ever, "Yet forty days and you will be overthrown." And yet that word produced repentance from the King down to the cattle in the stall.

03/08/2026

03/05/2026

03/05/2026

“Is God punishing me… or disciplining me?” In the wilderness, Israel discovered that their Father was not out to destroy them, but to teach them to rely on Him. Come hear how God’s loving discipline shapes our faith.

03/04/2026

The 40 years in the wilderness were a Divine Judgement for fear above faith. Here's the report that lead to the rebellion. Join us for more information and the plan of salvation God provides.

03/03/2026

“Is God punishing me… or disciplining me?” In the wilderness, Israel discovered that their Father was not out to destroy them, but to teach them to rely on Him. Come hear how God’s loving discipline shapes our faith.

03/01/2026

Looking only with their eyes, Israel forgot God's mighty deeds and were scared to death. Explore Israel's journey from death to life in this week's message, Israel: God's Discipline for Life.

03/01/2026

We’ll explore how God’s grace turns our self-reliance upside down, showing that new birth, forgiveness, and eternal life are not achieved by our effort, but received as God’s free gift in Christ. You’ll be encouraged to fix your eyes on Jesus, not your performance, and to rest in the Good News that the Savior who was lifted up on the cross has already done everything needed for your salvation.

02/25/2026

Moses was on the mountain 40 days and nights in the very presence of God. Why? To receive the law of God AND to receive the instructions for God dwelling with His people.