"I am not a better Christian now than I was tens year ago. All I have is a better awareness of how bad I am and how gracious Jesus is."
Today we explore the transformation of the disciples from fearful individuals to bold witnesses of Christ's resurrection. It emphasizes that through the power of the Holy Spirit, given at Pentecost, believers are empowered to live courageously and proclaim the gospel despite opposition.
This post explores the profound theme of God's ability to transform situations meant for evil into something good, using the story of Joseph from Genesis as a central example. We delved into how God's providence works even in the midst of suffering and injustice, drawing parallels between Joseph's life, Christ's sacrifice, and our own experiences.
Ever since humanity was expelled from Eden, that is paradise, we have been trying to return. because we know something vitally important is missing in our lives.
The narrative of Abraham and Isaac on Mount Moriah illustrates God's profound provision, foreshadowing Christ's ultimate sacrifice on Mount Calvary. Abraham's faith highlights God's nature of providing, culminating in Jesus as our substitute on the cross. This story invites us to trust in God's love and grace, assuring us that He always provides for our needs.
When we open our Bibles to Genesis 22, we encounter one of the most profound and challenging stories in Scripture. At first glance, it appears to be a tale of Abraham's unwavering faith as he faces an unthinkable test. But as we dig deeper, we discover that this narrative holds a far greater significance –... Continue Reading →
https://videopress.com/v/KrZSU7mF?preloadContent=metadata Wednesday evening worship gatherings the summer of 2021 are focusing upon the Ten Commandments. Today we deal with the Third Commandment, Remember the Sabbath Day by keeping it holy.
Part 2 of 10 in sermon series on the Ten Commandments https://videopress.com/v/OtvxbeZ4?preloadContent=metadata
Summer Sermon Series on theTen Commandments"Accent the Positive" The following sermon, Part 1 of 10, was preached at Christ Lutheran Church Chippewa Falls on 9 June 2021. https://videopress.com/v/I2F73Dah?preloadContent=metadata
Devotions The Advent wreath is lighted, adding the lighting of one candle for each week in Advent. If a rose candle is used, it is lit at the beginning of the third week. Hymn Week 1 O come, Thou Wisdom from on high, Who ord’rest all things mightily; To us the path of knowledge show,... Continue Reading →
A Season of Waiting Advent includes the four Sundays leading up to Christmas and begins this Sunday, November 29. It’s a time of expectancy and preparation for the celebration of Jesus’ birth. To help us observe the beauty of Advent, may I suggest the use of a wreath and candles (this is especially beneficial for homes with... Continue Reading →
Where the forgiveness of sins is given amid a pandemic
"I am not a better Christian now than I was tens year ago. All I have is a better awareness of how bad I am and how gracious Jesus is."
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