Verse by verse, we explore Jeremiah 26:1-15 and both promise and perils of serving God's people as His prophet. Hear the full audio of Bible Study from March 24, 2019. Bible Study Notes from the Third Sunday in Lent, alternate OT reading. From Jeremiah 26:1-15 (ESV) 1 In the beginning of the reign of … Continue reading Bible Study Notes and Audio from 03.24.2019
Do Not Hold Back a Word
Which is more terrifying: to be the last man found holding fast to the Word of the Lord? Or to dwell in a popular but false confidence, swept along with the apostate crowd of people and priests who strive to silence His call to repentance and the Lord's own promised pardon? God preserves His prophetic … Continue reading Do Not Hold Back a Word
Called by the Preached Word into Fellowship with Us
We rejoice as our communities unite and pull together in response to recent flooding, disaster or tragedy! Gladly we offer our prayers and act to lend our hands to provide help, clean up and rebuild. Yet the Lord God calls us to an eternal fellowship which transcends both these moments of extraordinary urgency–and all those … Continue reading Called by the Preached Word into Fellowship with Us
Readings for Quinquagesima (03.03.2019)
We pray: "O Lord, mercifully hear our prayer and having set us free from the bonds of our sins deliver us from every evil; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God now and forever." Amen. 1 Samuel 16:1-13 (ESV) 1 The Lord said … Continue reading Readings for Quinquagesima (03.03.2019)
Readings for Sexagesima (02.24.2019)
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 02.10.2019
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
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
They Fell Down and Worshiped Him
Loud crowds stand, arms waving high, swaying in concert as one to the music...the apostles' often describe a very different posture within and outwardly, when it comes to the worship of Christ, the Lord. Hear the full audio of "They Fell Down and Worshiped Him" A sermon on Matthew 2:1-12 / The Epiphany of Our … Continue reading They Fell Down and Worshiped Him
So Shall They Put My Name on Them
The Lord commands His people to be blessed as they bear His name. Unto you is born a Savior who is Christ Jesus, that very same Lord. Our new year begins in His Name, with His blessing continually given for you. Hear the full audio of "So Shall They Put My Name on Them" A … Continue reading So Shall They Put My Name on Them
This Child is Appointed
Worldwide, Christians united in carols and hymns...but this Child is Appointed to be opposed, even by some who love Christmas music... Hear the full audio of "This Child is Appointed" A sermon on Luke 2:27-35 / First Sunday after Christmas / 30 December 2018 Small Catechism readings for the day: The First CommandmentYou shall have … Continue reading This Child is Appointed
Isaiah 50:4 Blues 