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Sermons of Rev. Dan Greg

Sermons of Rev. Dan Greg

By Rev. Daniel Greg

My name is Dan, and I'm a Lutheran Pastor in Chicagoland. This podcast is a way for me to reach out to you and share God’s Word through Sermons, conversations, and my thoughts.
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Sermon: “Unexpected Invitation” — Isaiah 56:1, 6-8

Sermons of Rev. Dan GregAug 16, 2020

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The Palm and the Passion Matthew 27, John 12

The Palm and the Passion Matthew 27, John 12

Remember both the Palm and the Passion. Confirmation Sunday
Mar 24, 202424:32
Midweek: Benediction

Midweek: Benediction

You bear the Name of God in baptism by faith. You go into the world bearing His Name. Numbers 6:22-27 Revelation 22:1-7
Mar 21, 202418:47
 The Perfect Son - Genesis 22:1-14

The Perfect Son - Genesis 22:1-14

God will never ask you to do what he wouldn’t do Himself. We commend our loved ones to Him, knowing that we will receive them back from the dead in resurrection on the Last Day. Fifth Sunday of Lent
Mar 17, 202415:18
Lent Midweek: Agnus Dei

Lent Midweek: Agnus Dei

Christ Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes way the son of the world by his death and shed blood. We eat his living flesh and drink his living blood to receive the benefits of his sacrifice, as he bid us do in his New Testament.
Mar 14, 202415:28
Making What’s Life-giving, Inexhaustible - John 6

Making What’s Life-giving, Inexhaustible - John 6

God is your Father. The Church is your Mother. Jesus distributes what he earned on the cross for you through his Church. Fourth 4th Sunday of Lent - Laetare. John 6:1-15
Mar 10, 202417:09
Lent Midweek Series: Sanctus

Lent Midweek Series: Sanctus

Jesus sang the Sanctus. Think about that. Isaiah 6. Matthew 21:6-7
Mar 07, 202417:23
Stay In The Water! - Luke 11:14-28

Stay In The Water! - Luke 11:14-28

Third Sunday of Lent. Luke 11:14-28
Mar 03, 202421:33
Lent Midweek Series: Kyrie eleison

Lent Midweek Series: Kyrie eleison

The Divine Service continues with the Kyrie: Lord have mercy, Christ have mercy, Lord have mercy.”
Feb 29, 202415:40
Wrestle God and Win - Matthew 15:21-28

Wrestle God and Win - Matthew 15:21-28

In todays readings, both Jacob and the Canaanite Woman wrestle with God. It’s only after these trials do we realize that God never meant to hurt you, but only to refine and strengthen your faith. Second Sunday of Lent.
Feb 25, 202422:37
Lent Midweek Series - Invocation

Lent Midweek Series - Invocation

The Divine Service, the Christian’s day, the Christian’s life— all begin “In the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 18:15-20, Matthew 28:18-20
Feb 22, 202419:04
The Deceiver Deceives Himself - Matthew 4:1-11

The Deceiver Deceives Himself - Matthew 4:1-11

Satan lies in all sorts of ways. He can trick you into thinking that voice is your own thoughts and feelings. He can trick you into thinking your friend is giving you good advice. God’s Word alone guards and defeats the Father of Lies. First Sunday in Lent.
Feb 18, 202422:19
Return to the Lord: Ash Wednesday - Joel 2

Return to the Lord: Ash Wednesday - Joel 2

Returning to the Lord is always the right response, whether we are broken or joyful. We return to the Lord as He serves us in the Divine Service.
Feb 15, 202417:35
Baptism of Our Lord - Joshua 3

Baptism of Our Lord - Joshua 3

God’s Presence passes through the Jordan to deliver His People and to deliver on His Promise. What does it mean to be anointed? Joshua 3
Feb 11, 202417:54
In the Garden - Luke 8:4-15

In the Garden - Luke 8:4-15

The Parable of the Sower
Feb 04, 202424:04
Work in the Vineyard and Predestination - Matthew 20

Work in the Vineyard and Predestination - Matthew 20

If I don’t do anything toward my salvation, what gives?
Jan 28, 202420:24
Funeral Service for Jan Kleinfall

Funeral Service for Jan Kleinfall

The Word, the Water, the Supper. They confirm for you the Truth that you do not feel.
Jan 27, 202414:03
Why We Celebrate the Transfiguration - Matthew 17:1-9

Why We Celebrate the Transfiguration - Matthew 17:1-9

The Transfiguration isn’t often highly regarded or thought of by many American Protestant Christians, let alone our secular neighbor. So…. Why do we celebrate this Feast, and why now?
Jan 21, 202423:36
Marriage - John 2 and Ephesians 5

Marriage - John 2 and Ephesians 5

How is Jesus’ glory made manifest at the Wedding at Cana? What does the Bible have to say about Marriage?
Jan 14, 202422:24
Epiphany: The Magi - Matthew 2:1-12

Epiphany: The Magi - Matthew 2:1-12

Tell me more about these “Magi,” these “Wise” men!
Jan 07, 202420:07
A Cozy Holy Family Christmas - Luke 2:22-40

A Cozy Holy Family Christmas - Luke 2:22-40

What was a day in the life of a faithful Hebrew family like in Jesus’ day?
Dec 31, 202320:36
Christmas: The Great Cloud of His Presence - John 1:1-18

Christmas: The Great Cloud of His Presence - John 1:1-18

Incense in a tabernacle, temple, now Church. Jesus is with us, not in thought or spirit, but in Flesh, dwelling among us.
Dec 25, 202313:22
Christmas Eve: A Mother’s Lowly Act of Love, A Son’s Ultimate Act of Love - Luke 2

Christmas Eve: A Mother’s Lowly Act of Love, A Son’s Ultimate Act of Love - Luke 2

Mary wrapped her son both in swaddling cloths and in burial cloths. Jesus died and rose again. Merry Christmas!
Dec 24, 202313:06
The Voice and The Word - John 1:19-28

The Voice and The Word - John 1:19-28

You don’t have to come up with the Words, use Jesus’. Just be the Voice!
Dec 24, 202318:28
Isaiah’s Song - Isaiah 12

Isaiah’s Song - Isaiah 12

God doesn’t send a prophet or priest this time. He himself has become our salvation.
Dec 21, 202312:54
Rejoice in Prison! Matthew 11:2-11

Rejoice in Prison! Matthew 11:2-11

John, Paul, Jesus, even you rejoice in suffering, trials, and imprisonment: knowing that we are in Christ.
Dec 17, 202319:27
Benedictus: The Good Word - Luke 1:57-80

Benedictus: The Good Word - Luke 1:57-80

The overshadowed song for an overshadowed preacher.
Dec 14, 202317:07
Stay Awake and Pray - Luke 21:25-36

Stay Awake and Pray - Luke 21:25-36

Do I need to stay up all night, pull an all nighter, and pray; because Jesus told me to?
Dec 10, 202316:43
Magnificat - Advent Midweek 1 - Luke 1

Magnificat - Advent Midweek 1 - Luke 1

Why is she blessed among women?
Dec 07, 202313:51
St Nicholas Day- Isaiah 11:1-10

St Nicholas Day- Isaiah 11:1-10

This homily was given at a Concordia University Chicago chapel service for St Nicholas Day.
Dec 06, 202306:28
The Most Shocking Sermon Ever - Matthew 25:31-46

The Most Shocking Sermon Ever - Matthew 25:31-46

This is the most shocking sermon you’ll ever hear. It shocks both sheep and goats. Matthew 25:31-46
Nov 26, 202321:55
Funeral Sermon for Jeannette Strelau

Funeral Sermon for Jeannette Strelau

John 14:1-6
Nov 22, 202313:35
Knowing your Master - Matthew 25:14-30

Knowing your Master - Matthew 25:14-30

When you know your master’s character, words, and will, you’ll know just what to do when you just act in his stead. Matthew 25:14-30
Nov 19, 202321:39
Wise Bridesmaids. Foolish Bridesmaids. - Matthew 25:1-13

Wise Bridesmaids. Foolish Bridesmaids. - Matthew 25:1-13

Am I a foolish or wise bridesmaid?
Nov 12, 202318:07
With Christ at the Altar - Revelation 7

With Christ at the Altar - Revelation 7

My loved ones are with Jesus. Jesus is present at the Altar. I am present with Jesus and my loved ones at His Altar.
Nov 05, 202319:25
Jesus our Mighty Fortress - Psalm 46

Jesus our Mighty Fortress - Psalm 46

Psalm 46.
Oct 29, 202319:02
Give to God What is God’s - Matthew 22

Give to God What is God’s - Matthew 22

It all belongs to Him! Jesus is the Messiah, who rescues us from the prisons of sin and death.
Oct 22, 202322:26
The Father’s Feast for His Son’s Wedding - Matthew 22

The Father’s Feast for His Son’s Wedding - Matthew 22

The Father shows the extravagance of his love for His Son and His Bride with an extravagant meal. The Son gives his very self to Her and covers, forgives, and swallows up all of Her sin, disease, and shame.
Oct 15, 202321:37
Funeral of Betty Walser - John 20

Funeral of Betty Walser - John 20

Funeral of Betty Walser.
Oct 13, 202317:03
Don’t Kill the Messenger. Matthew 21

Don’t Kill the Messenger. Matthew 21

Jesus is eager to share the kingdom with you. No need to kill him. We grow tired of our vocations, and sometimes even of being in God’s vineyard. God will always send his servants, even then.
Oct 08, 202322:16
Jesus Commands Angels for You Revelation 12

Jesus Commands Angels for You Revelation 12

Jesus uses his angels to give us his Word, to comfort us, to fight for us, to watch over who is forgotten or neglected.
Oct 01, 202326:02
We’re all getting the same thing! Matthew 20:1-16 🤷🏻

We’re all getting the same thing! Matthew 20:1-16 🤷🏻

No matter when you started working in His Kingdomc we’re all getting the same gift— it ain’t payment for anything we’ve done!
Sep 24, 202317:38
Forgive! Matthew 18:21-35

Forgive! Matthew 18:21-35

Pastor, what if I can’t forgive?
Sep 17, 202321:25
Teach the Young! Matthew 18:1-8

Teach the Young! Matthew 18:1-8

Can I teach my kids or grandkids the faith, even if I don’t know everything about the Bible?
Sep 10, 202318:53
A Mother’s Testimony - Matthew 16:21-28

A Mother’s Testimony - Matthew 16:21-28

Monica prayed for her son for years and never gave up on her hope that Jesus Christ would deliver him. May we inimitate her faith as she imitates Christ.
Sep 03, 202317:11
The Keys to the Kingdom: Matthew 16:13-20

The Keys to the Kingdom: Matthew 16:13-20

Jesus gives all Christians the Keys to forgive, to be like God.
Aug 27, 202320:56
The faith of a Canaanite woman. 
- Matthew 15:21-28

The faith of a Canaanite woman. - Matthew 15:21-28

Faith looks like begging
Aug 20, 202323:37
Fear of Jesus Conquers Fear of the World - Matthew 14:22-33

Fear of Jesus Conquers Fear of the World - Matthew 14:22-33

How have you navigated properly fearing the LORD? Jesus reached us how in the stormy sea. Matthew 14:22-33 Job 38:4-18
Aug 13, 202320:18
The Bread that feeds body and soul Matthew 14:13-21

The Bread that feeds body and soul Matthew 14:13-21

Jesus is the same God who had compassion on the Old Testament Hebrews as they wandered the desert. Christ always provides for us, both spiritually and physically. The world can only promise us short term physical pleasures and can never satisfy the soul. Matthew 14:13-21
Aug 06, 202316:02
Mary Magdalene, Model Servant of Christ: John 20

Mary Magdalene, Model Servant of Christ: John 20

Today we celebrate the Feast of St Mary Magdalene.
Jul 23, 202318:48
Isaiah 55 - The Cursed Cycle is Broken!

Isaiah 55 - The Cursed Cycle is Broken!

The Lord sends his word like rain on the earth. And that water wants to do is grow the Seed and let it bear fruit.
Jul 16, 202315:21