Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church

Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church in Vienna, Virginia is a parish in the one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church and a member of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. Worship at St. Athanasius is according to the historical Liturgy of the Church. Services at St. Athanasius are not designed for entertainment or sensation, but to prepare broken repentant sinners to receive these gifts of Word and Sacrament, and to know the truth of the incomparable riches of the grace showered on us by our gracious and loving Heavenly Father. In this weekly podcast, we present the sermons preached by our pastor, Reverend James Douthwaite.

Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church is a religion podcast hosted by Reverend James Douthwaite, with 483 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Reverend James Douthwaite hosts Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church, a religion show with 483 episodes published.

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  Caught in the Trap, Set Free by the Cross

  Sep 6, 202616 min

  In this sermon for Pentecost 15, Rev. James Douthwaite discusses the contrast between the 'kingdom of the left' (the world, ruled by Law and merit) and the 'kingdom of the right' (the kingdom of heaven, ruled by Gospel and grace). He emphasizes that greatness in heaven is found in those who recognize their own need and receive God's mercy as children. Rev. Douthwaite warns against the trap of sin and self-reliance, pointing instead to the cross of Christ, who took the penalty of sin to set believers free and invite them into a life of grace.

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  Jesus’ Life Preserver

  Aug 30, 202616 min

  In this sermon for Pentecost 14, Rev. James Douthwaite explores the theme of spiritual surrender and the 'life preserver' found in Christ. Drawing from the struggle of the Apostle Peter, who repeatedly found himself sinking—first in a physical storm and then in the face of the cross—Rev. Douthwaite emphasizes that true life is found not in seizing the day or saving oneself, but in 'drowning' the old sinful nature through Baptism and daily repentance. By embracing the cross and relying on Jesus rather than human effort, believers are anointed to a new, eternal life of loving and serving others.

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  Miraculous Growth

  Jul 12, 202616 min

  In this sermon, Reverend James Douthwaite explores the Parable of the Sower, reminding the congregation that despite the attacks of the devil, the world, and our own sinful natures, it is a miracle that the Word of God grows in us. He emphasizes that this growth is entirely the work of Jesus, who transforms our hard hearts into good soil through baptism and the continuous sowing of His Word through Scripture and Liturgy.

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  Rightly Ordered Loves

  Jun 28, 202619 min

  In this sermon, Pastor Douthwaite explores the challenging words of Jesus regarding family division and the cost of discipleship. He emphasizes that while the Gospel can cause earthly friction, it is the power of God for salvation, calling believers to order their loves rightly—prioritizing their relationship with Christ above all else. By looking forward to the Lord and waiting for His salvation, Christians find a new, sanctified identity that transcends earthly persecution and fear.

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  He Had Compassion

  Jun 14, 202617 min

  In this sermon for Pentecost 3, the focus is on the profound compassion of Jesus. He sees humanity as 'harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd,' and responds not just with pity, but with action—teaching, healing, and calling his disciples to be laborers in the harvest. The message emphasizes that while the world prioritizes competition and the 'survival of the fittest,' the Church's authority and strength lie solely in the Word of God, which provides abounding grace and forgiveness to the ungodly and the weak. Ultimately, the sermon invites the weary and frightened to trust in the Good Shepherd who died for sinners to bring them eternal life and a peace that passes all understanding.

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