We pray: "O God, the strength of all who put their trust in You, mercifully grant that by your power we may be defended against all adversity; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever." Amen. Isaiah 55:10-13 (ESV) 10 “For as … Continue reading Readings for Sexagesima (02.24.2019)
Bible Study Notes and Audio from 02.17.2019
Verse by verse, we dig deeper into Matthew 20:1-16... Hear the full audio of Bible Study from February 17th 02/17/19 Notes for Study of Matthew 20:1-16 INTRODUCTION: Today we have before us a Parable. When we Lutherans say we read the Bible "literally," we do not mean that every verse reports a historical fact and … Continue reading Bible Study Notes and Audio from 02.17.2019
Readings for Septuagesima (02.17.2019)
We Pray: "O Lord, graciously hear the prayers of Your people that we who justly suffer the consequence of our sin may mercifully be delivered by Your goodness to the glory of Your name; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and … Continue reading Readings for Septuagesima (02.17.2019)
Bible Study Notes and Audio from 02.10.2019
Verse by verse, together we dig into Matthew 17:1-9 (ESV)… Hear the full audio of Bible Study from 10 February 2019 2/10/19 Notes for Study INTRODUCTION: "What does this mean?" Lutherans grow very familiar with this question as we learn the Small Catechism. We learn to ask this question following each Commandment, each article of … Continue reading Bible Study Notes and Audio from 02.10.2019
They Saw No One But Jesus
In his excitement, Peter interrupts a beautiful conversation between Jesus and Moses and Elijah. But the Father interrupts Peter--and indeed our own presumptuous and misguided thoughts--to reveal His beloved Son in glory, urging us all "Listen to Him!" Hear the full audio of "They Saw No One But Jesus" A sermon on Matthew 17:1-9 / … Continue reading They Saw No One But Jesus
Readings for the Transfiguration of our Lord (02.10.2019)
We pray: "O God, in the glorious transfiguration of Your beloved Son You confirmed the mysteries of the faith by the testimony of Moses and Elijah. In the voice that came from the bright cloud You wonderfully foreshadowed our adoption by grace. Mercifully make us co-heirs with the King in His glory and bring us … Continue reading Readings for the Transfiguration of our Lord (02.10.2019)
We Groan and Wait Eagerly
You can't avoid all suffering. Fearful, we do try and often groan. Still, its end in Christ is well worth the wait... Hear the full audio of "We Groan and Wait Eagerly" A sermon on Romans 8:18-23 / 4th Sunday after Epiphany / 03 February 2019 Thanks for reading! Share with a friend if you … Continue reading We Groan and Wait Eagerly
Bible Study Notes and Audio from 02.03.2019
Verse by verse, together we dig into Romans 8:18-23 (ESV)… Hear the full audio of Bible Study from 03 February 2019... INTRODUCTION: A recipe from a cookbook calls for one large egg and 2 cups of flour. We read that book differently than we might read the Dr. Seuss books "One Fish, Two Fish" or … Continue reading Bible Study Notes and Audio from 02.03.2019
Readings for the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany (02.03.2019)
We pray: "Almighty God, You know we live in the midst of so many dangers that in our frailty we cannot stand upright. Grant strength and protection to support us in all dangers and carry us through all temptations; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy … Continue reading Readings for the Fourth Sunday after Epiphany (02.03.2019)
Bible Study Notes and Audio from 01.27.2019
Verse by verse, together we dig into 2 Kings 5:1-15 (ESV)... Hear the full audio of Bible Study from 17 January 2019 INTRODUCTION: The Catechism as Bible Study Tool The Small Catechism is much more than a child's initiation into the Christian faith. It is certainly also meant to be a parents' handbook. The catechism … Continue reading Bible Study Notes and Audio from 01.27.2019
Isaiah 50:4 Blues 