In our gospel lesson for today Jesus laments the fate of the city of Jerusalem. Rich and wonderful gifts had come to the people in that place. There the prophets had proclaimed the word of God. There the ceremonies had foreshadowed the coming of the Messiah Himself. There the Christ […]
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Sermon from 07-20-08 Online
ANCIENT EXAMPLES OF GOD’S WRATH PRESERVED FOR TODAY’S CHILD OF GOD
One of the objections that I hear levied against the Bible is the stark anger of God toward sin. The emotion (one can hardly call it a thought) that goes along with the objection is the resentment that people feel toward God and His holiness. “How dare God treat people that […]
Read MoreGOD BLESS OUR NATIVE LAND
In the pastor’s copy of the Lutheran Liturgy there are several forms of the general prayer. In some of them we pray for “the president of these United States, the members of congress, the governor of this state and for all legislatures and magistrates.” If the pastor is serving in Canada, he […]
Read MoreFAITH IN WHAT?
In the Thursday, June 26 edition of the Chicago Tribune, Eric Zorn wrote a column headed, “A majority places faith in one another.” He cites a Pew poll that reported 70% of religious Americans agreeing that “Many religions[1] can lead to eternal life.” From this Zorn rejoices that a “Humble Majority” […]
Read MoreFirst Looks – Sunday June 15
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. (Romans 8:18) One thing I have noticed over the years is the frequency with which individuals in the military express faith, particularly faith in Christ. It doesn’t go so far […]
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