Tag: bible
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The Patience of the Sower
The sermon discusses the parable of the wheat and the weeds, emphasizing God’s patience amid evil in the world. It explains that while we may wish for immediate justice, God is gathering His harvest, extending grace to sinners. Ultimately, believers are assured of their place in God’s kingdom, where righteousness prevails.
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Jeremiah’s Complaint; Jeremiah’s Praise
Click here to listen to this sermon. The text for today is our Old Testament reading, Jeremiah 20:7-13. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! Pashhur is a priest who oversees Jerusalem’s temple. His job description is simple: Make sure nothing changes. Pashhur’s mantra? “This is the temple…
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With Gentleness and Respect
Click here to listen to this sermon. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! “But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do…
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The Trust Way
Click here to listen to this sermon. [Jesus said:] “Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in Me. In My Father’s house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a…
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Sermon for the Funeral of Virginia Eckmann
In a somber reflection on faith and salvation, the message emphasizes Jesus as the Way, the Truth, and the Life for believers. It recounts the assurance given to the disciples during Jesus’ impending crucifixion and extends this promise to Virginia, highlighting God’s unwavering faithfulness and the hope of eternal life in heaven.
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A Dark Saying and the Shepherd’s Voice
In this sermon, Jesus illustrates that He is the true Shepherd and the door to God’s flock, warning against spiritual thieves who mislead. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing His voice through Scripture and understanding the distinction between Law and Gospel. Genuine leaders guide others toward salvation through faith in Him.
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Hidden in Plain Sight
This sermon reflects on the encounter of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, emphasizing how Christ is often hidden in plain sight within Scripture and Sacraments. The narrative illustrates their struggle with faith and the joy of recognizing Jesus through His teachings, ultimately encouraging believers to seek Him in all aspects of life.
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Baptism: Born Again, Born from Above
Click here to listen to this sermon. “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God” (John 3:5). Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ! At one time or another, every Christian feels the need to have some sort…
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The “Folly” of the Cross
The sermon emphasizes that what appears foolish to the world, like the crucifixion of Christ, is, in fact, the profound wisdom and power of God for salvation. It also critiques human reliance on wisdom and reason over faith, illustrating this through historical examples of perceived follies that ultimately proved wise, reaffirming the core Christian belief…
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