If we solely focus on verse 13 of our Scripture passage, there is a risk that we become weighed down by God’s law. That makes the Gospel in these verses so reassuring. … More Reassurance for the Christian Life
I’m confident readers of this devotion have had similar experiences. We do end up gaining more full knowledge of Christ in sharing the faith, albeit from the Bible. … More Blessings of Sharing the Faith
There’s a very human tendency to become desensitized over a period of time. Today’s Scripture passage is an example of how God might resensitize us to key Scriptural teachings. … More Divine Creativity
This teaching is especially difficult because Jesus is referring to God’s original chosen people. How much more would this apply to Gentiles who reject Jesus as Savior and Lord? … More A Challenging Parable
Since Lent is a season of reflection, take a moment to consider after whom you have modeled your life as a Christian. … More Imitators and Emulators
This passage is a prophesy about Jesus, a striking image of the Messiah. Jesus is the righteousness that went forth as brightness, the Christ who brought salvation as a burning torch. … More Jesus Shining Forth
Then Paul surprises us. God can do this with the power that is already at work inside of those of who believe in Jesus. Let that sink in for a moment. Inside of you and inside of me is a power than can do more than we can ask or think. … More Doxology
[2] We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, [3] remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Thessalonians 1:2–3) What do fellow Lutherans in sister churches say about your church? Is … More Church Relationships
If you are like me, there are times when God’s law weighs heavily upon you. Our Scripture passage illustrates one way God helps us in our struggle with sin. … More Love and the Law
I learned first-hand as a parish pastor that the so called “Prosperity Gospel” could wreck a Christian’s faith. When a recent study found Protestants are increasing buying into this false Gospel, it seemed time to raise a caution flag. … More Guarding Against the Prosperity Gospel
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