Confession and Absolution for Epiphany 2A
Confession & Absolution based on the readings for Epiphany 2A: Isaiah 49:1-7, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, John 1:29-42a P Our vindication is with the Lord, and our reward is with our … Continue reading →
Images: A smoldering wick, He will not snuff out
A collection of candle and flame-related images for a sermon based on Isaiah 42:1-7 with a nod to the Epistle lesson, Romans 6:1-11. He restored us when we were united with Him in His death.
Confession & Absolution for Epiphany 1C (The Baptism of our Lord)
Based on the readings for Epiphany 1C (The Baptism of our Lord): Psalm 29, Isaiah 42:1-9, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 3:13-17 P The LORD gives his people strength; the LORD blesses … Continue reading →
Confession and Absolution for the Feast of Epiphany
Based on Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12 P In Christ Jesus and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence, so we kneel before our … Continue reading →
Responsive Reading for Epiphany
P At the name of Jesus every knee will bow — in heaven and on earth and under the earth — C and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ … Continue reading →
Image: Shelter of the Cross
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
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 … 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. … 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 … 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; … 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 … Continue reading →
Image: Cross Training
For the sermon, “How to Strengthen the Heart” based on Hebrews 13:1-17
Confession & Absolution for Proper 17C
Based on the following readings: Psalm 131, Proverbs 25:2-10, Hebrews 13:1-17, Luke 14:1-14 P Jesus suffered outside the city gate to make the people holy through his own blood. Let … Continue reading →
Confession/Absolution for Proper 12C
Confession & Absolution drawn from the following readings: Genesis 18:20–33 Psalm 138 Colossians 2:6–19 Luke 11:1–13 (with a specific emphasis on the Genesis text, Abraham pleading for Sodom) P Because … Continue reading →
How churches can get ahead of the culture and technology curve
I’ve been looking at the leaks of Apple’s upcoming announcements for hardware & software. Looks like some cool stuff coming, but more consolidating what can already be done under their … Continue reading →
Images: Sunrise Horizon
These images were created for “Getting There,” a sermon drawn from Deuteronomy 34:4-12, Transfiguration C.
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Image: Babel Inverted
Here’s an image that I created for a sermon on 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 that uses “Tour de babel” (Tower of Babel) by Lucas van Valckenborch and inverts it into a torch, signifying Pentecost.
Note that it’s designed to be used against a black background.
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