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Sermons From St James.

11 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago -

Christ-centered, grace-oriented, mercy driven sermons of Pastor Craig Donofrio from the pulpit of St. James Lutheran Church in Cleveland Ohio.

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Matthew 4:12-25 The Lamb Makes Fishermen Epiphany 3A 1-26-20

January 31, 2020 05:32 - 19 minutes - 35.8 MB

Jesus calls His first disciples as they enter into Messiah Seminary on their way to being Apostles and pastors.   Pastor Craig Donofrio of St. James Lutheran Church in Cleveland, Ohio delivers a sermon on how Jesus does all things necessary for our salvation.  www.stjameslcms.church 

John 1 29-42 The Lamb of God Epiphany 2 A 1-19-20

January 31, 2020 05:25 - 22 minutes - 41.6 MB

Jesus Christ is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world - the whole world, every man, woman, and child who lives, has ever lived and will ever live.    Join Pastor Craig Donofrio of St James Lutheran Church in Cleveland, OH  as he preaches and teaches on this important section of Scripture.   www.stjameslcms.church 

Matthew 3:12-20 Baptism of Jesus Epiphany 1 A 1-12-2020

January 31, 2020 05:19 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MB

Why was the only one to ever be without sin baptized with a Baptism for repentance and what does this mean for you?   Join Pastor Donofrio and St James Lutheran Church in Cleveland Ohio as we learn more about God's grace for us. www.stjameslcms.church 

"The Sky Is Falling!" Luke 21:5-28

November 18, 2019 20:17 - 18 minutes - 33.6 MB

Are we living in the end times?  Does it scare you if we are?   There have been "Chicken Littles" those who get their followers all worked up because we are in the end times.   We are indeed in the end times and we have been since Jesus ascended into heaven, but there is nothing to fear.   Jesus has you covered. Jesus is coming again, but it is not a thing of fear for all who are found to be in Christ will certainly live with Christ!   

All Saints 2019 Rev 7:9-17

November 05, 2019 16:40 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MB

When we celebrate All Saints Day, we are given to remember those saints who have gone before us to the "feast that has no end."   We also anticipate the fact that we have seats waiting for us where we will live in the joy of Christ forever.

The Ungrateful Nine Luke 17:1-19

October 14, 2019 15:38 - 18 minutes - 27.8 MB

When met by 10 Lepers, Jesus was moved to compassion and healed them all, but only one of them, an outsider returned to give thanks.   Are you the ungrateful nine, the grateful one, or are you both?   

What is Communion About? 1 Corinthians 11

October 10, 2019 23:56 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB

Jesus promised us that He will never leave us, and so He is good to His Word as He comes to us through His appointed means, the Word in all of its forms through the Word proclaimed and through the Word attached to elements that we call "sacraments."  Jesus comes to us as a gift.  Gifts can never be earned, but they are given freely without conditions.    We rejoice in all of the gifts of forgiveness, mercy, and peace with God through the greatest gift of all, Jesus Christ Himself.    You'...

Christ is Risen Indeed - Alleluia John 20:1-18

October 09, 2019 16:12 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

The darkness has departed, the light of Christ shines forth in the resurrection of Jesus.  He laid in death's bonds for 3 days after being crucified.   In His resurrection, you too are given the promise of a resurrection to eternal life.    You're invited to St. James Lutheran Church in Cleveland Ohio Our worship services are on Saturday at 5 pm and Sunday at 10:15 am - Bible classes for all ages at 9:00 am on Sundays Our Address is 4771 Broadview Rd. Cleveland, OH. 44109        Phone: 21...

You Are Marked For Salvation - Ash Wednesday Matthew 6:1-21

October 09, 2019 16:04 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

What makes us worthy of Christ's forgiveness and mercy?  Is God merciful because we try hard enough or do enough good?  No, God is merciful to us because the punishment that we deserve has been met out on Christ Jesus.  He took the beating on the cross that our sin has earned.   When we see how relentless Jesus is in saving us, we consider our unworthiness and we are then made to feel remorse and repentance.  God always meets repentance with mercy.  You're invited to St. James Lutheran Chur...

If You Forgive the Sins of Any, They are Forgiven. John 20:19-23

October 09, 2019 15:49 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MB

If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven.   Confession and absolution is an often misunderstood thing.  Jesus instituted the office of the ministry armed with forgiveness and peace.  It is the job of every pastor to forgive the sins of all who will listen.   Christ died for all and He desires to forgive all who will confess their need of mercy.   Our worship services are on Saturday at 5 pm and Sunday at 10:15 am - Bible classes for all ages at 9:00 am on Sundays Our Address is ...

I've had an Epiphany about Jesus! Mark 1:4-11

October 09, 2019 15:29 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MB

John the Baptizer comes from the desert and he looks scary and his message is disturbing and a little confusing.    After me comes one who was before me and I am not worthy to untie His sandals.    God's grace and how God will level the playing field.   The unrighteous are proclaimed to be righteous and sinners are proclaimed saints in and through Christ Jesus.   You're invited to St. James Lutheran Church in Cleveland Ohio Our worship services are on Saturday at 5 pm and Sunday at 10:15...

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