Sunday, February 1, 2026 – The Fourth Sunday After Epiphany

Theme for the Day: A New Kingdom Is Only the Beginning
Epiphany Season Theme: Celebrating Only the Beginning in the Light and Grace of Jesus Christ
Readings: Matthew 5:1–12

This Sunday, we hear the familiar and powerful words of the Beatitudes as Jesus reveals a new way of life in God’s kingdom. In Matthew 5:1–12, Jesus speaks blessings that turn expectations upside down, making known God’s kingdom shaped not by power or success, but by humility, mercy, justice, and grace.

Through these words, Jesus invites us to see the world and our lives differently. The Beatitudes proclaim that God’s kingdom is already breaking into our lives, offering hope, blessing, and purpose even in places of struggle or longing. This vision of God’s kingdom is not an ending, but only the beginning of how God is at work among us.

As we continue the Epiphany season, we are reminded that Christ’s light keeps revealing new beginnings, calling us to live into God’s kingdom with trust and hope.

Please note: This is a text switch. While this Sunday is the Fourth Sunday After Epiphany, we will be hearing the appointed Beatitudes text for this service.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Matthew 5:1–12

• Message: “A New Kingdom Is Only the Beginning”

Join Us:

In Person: Worship at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, Minnesota
Online: Join Lord of Life LIVE at https://www.youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and receive the blessing of God’s kingdom, trusting that in Christ, this new way of life is only the beginning in the light and grace of Jesus Christ.

Faith Quest, our Sunday School program, will meet during our 9:30am service this week!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.