Fourth Sunday of Epiphany

In this Epiphany sermon, Pastor Lanier sets the Sermon on the Mount within the sweeping story of Matthew’s Gospel. From Jesus’ genealogy and baptism to his temptation and calling of the disciples, we see how Christ identifies with sinners and inaugurates God’s kingdom. Reflecting on the Beatitudes, this message explores what true blessing looks like—not as the world defines it, but as Jesus reveals it to the poor, the mournful, the meek, and the hungry for righteousness. Drawing on the witness of St. Brigid of Ireland, Pastor Lanier shows how Christ’s grace forms merciful, pure-hearted peacemakers whose lives overflow with generosity and hope.