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 God. Therefore, we confess our sin to Him. C Lord, … 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 his people with peace. Therefore, we confess our sin to … 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 King in confession. C Lord of the nations, the wise … 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 is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. P … 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 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.