In uncertain times, we can take shelter in the cross of Christ, from a sermon, “Reading the Signs,” based on Luke 21:5-28 for Proper 28C
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Confession and Absolution for Proper 28C
Confession & Absolution for Proper 28C, based on these readings: Psalm 98, Malachi 4:1-6, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-28 P The day is coming, burning like a furnace, when all the arrogant and everyone who commits wickedness will become stubble, … Continue reading →
Image: Moldy Heart
An illustration used for a sermon, “Standing Firm in the Swamp,” based on 2 Thessalonians 2:1-8,13-17 (Proper 27C), I discussed how the description of the “man of lawlessness” (antichrist) corresponds to the Old Adam in the heart of a Christian.
Confession & Absolution for Proper 27C
Confession & Absolution based on the readings for Proper 27C: Psalm 148, Exodus 3:1-15, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-8, 13-17, Luke 20:27-40 P The place where you are standing is holy ground. In the presence of God and each other, we confess … Continue reading →
Image: Drowning Victory #IDOP
An illustration for a sermon, “A Reason for Singing,” based on Psalm 149 for All Saints Sunday C & International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church 2019.
Confession & Absolution for All Saints’ Day, Series C
Confession & Absolution drawn from the readings for All Saints C: Psalm 149, Revelation 7:9-17, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12 P The LORD takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation. Therefore, we humbly confess our sin. … Continue reading →
Confession and Absolution for Proper 23C
Confession and Absolution based on the readings for Proper 23C: Psalm 111; Ruth 1:1-19a; 2 Timothy 2:1-13; Luke 17:11-19 P The works of the Lord’s hands are truth and justice; all his instructions are trustworthy. Therefore, we confess our sin … Continue reading →
Image: Crucifix Dice
Title image for the sermon, “Gamble on Generosity” based on Luke 16:1-15 for Proper 20C
Also, a slow motion video of rolling dice: craps based on the gambling theme
Confession & Absolution for Proper 20C
Based on the readings for Proper 20C: Psalm 113, Amos 8:4-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-15, Luke 16:1-15 P Hear this, you who trample on the needy and do away with the poor of the land: The LORD has sworn by the … Continue reading →
Image: Cross Training
For the sermon, “How to Strengthen the Heart” based on Hebrews 13:1-17
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