Guest Post — A Vision for FiveTwo by Rev. Brian Flamme
Vision for Five Two by Rev. Brian Flamme of Hope Lutheran Church, Aurora, Colorado We have been learning a lot from Bill Woolsey…
Month: February 2016
Luther’s Notes on the Gospel: Fourth Sunday in Lent: Laetare – Bread of Life: Jesus Feeds Five Thousand
John 6:1-15 6 After these things Jesus went over the Sea of Galilee, which is the Sea of Tiberias. 2 Then a great…
Sir Patrick Hamilton, The First Lutheran Martyr in Scotland
Growing up, I had no idea that Lutheran was almost synonymous with German heritage (sorry, Preuses, et al.). The little country parish where…
“Love Versus Lust” — Sermon by Pastor Rolf Preus
The Third Sunday in Lent February 28, 2016 “Love Versus Lust” Ephesians 5:1-9 Therefore be imitators of God as dear children. And walk…
“Examples from the Exodus” (Sermon on 1 Corinthians 10:1-13, by Pr. Charles Henrickson)
“Examples from the Exodus” (1 Corinthians 10:1-13) Some good examples can be instructive for us on what to do. We learn from watching…
Gospel Notes for Lent 4
The Gospel Notes for the Fourth Sunday in Lent (Laetare) of the One-Year Lectionary from the Lutheran Service Book is now available. You…
The Secret to Church Growth
On one occasion after Jesus finished teaching in the synagogue, a number of his disciples were offended at His teaching and said, “This…
Preparing Rudderless Ships
The Apostle Paul instructs the young pastor Timothy to “wage the good warfare, holding faith and a good conscience” (I Tim. 1:18-19) and…
Poem on the Introits for Lent
A good devotion for Lent, and really any time of the Church year, is to review the Introit for each upcoming Sunday. At…
“Today you will be with Me in Paradise” — Sermon by Pastor Rolf Preus
Wednesday Vespers February 24, 2016 “Today you will be with Me in Paradise” Luke 23:39-43 Two evildoers — criminals – were facing their…
Luther’s Notes on the Gospel: Third Sunday in Lent: Oculi – Triumph over Satan: Jesus Casts Out A Demon
Luke 11:14-28 14 And He was casting out a demon, and it was mute. So it was, when the demon had gone out,…
Luther’s Notes on the Gospel: St. Matthias the Apostle February 24
Matt. 11:25-30 25 At that time Jesus answered and said, “I thank You, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, that You have hidden…
Sermon — Pr. Tony Sikora — Lent 2
February 21, 2016 — Lent II Sermon Text — Luke 13:31-35 Audio — Come back later for audio of this sermon. For…
Why Parents “Can’t” Bring Their Kids to Church
One of the biggest challenges congregations face when it comes to catechizing their children is the demanding schedule of sports and extra curricular activities. It’s…
“When It Seems God Won’t Help You” — Sermon by Pastor Rolf Preus
The Second Sunday in Lent February 21, 2016 “When It Seems God Won’t Help You” Matthew 15:21-28 When afflictions sore oppress you, Low…
“Our Citizenship Is in Heaven” (Sermon on Philippians 3:17 – 4:1, by Pr. Charles Henrickson)
“Our Citizenship Is in Heaven” (Philippians 3:17 – 4:1) Citizenship is a big deal in our country right now, especially since this is…
Gospel Notes for Lent 3
The Gospel Notes for the Third Sunday in Lent (Oculi) of the One-Year Lectionary from the Lutheran Service Book is now available. You…
Encouragement for the Discouraged
Rust never sleeps – neither does Satan. Some of you are discouraged by what’s happening in your congregation, either by word or deed….
“The First Commandment: Have No Other Gods” (Sermon on the Ten Commandments, by Pr. Charles Henrickson)
“The First Commandment: Have No Other Gods” (The Ten Commandments) “You shall have no other gods.” OK, that sounds pretty simple. “Have No…
Unified Congregational Catechesis — Printer Ready, Aesthetically Pleasing
Pastor Michael Mohr, Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Strasburg, Illinois (LCMS) has developed a complete program of congregational catechesis. This is a coordinated approach…
“Father, Forgive Them” — Sermon by Pastor Rolf Preus
Ash Wednesday February 10, 2016 “Father, Forgive Them” Luke 23:32-34 “There were also two others, criminals, led with Him to be put to…
Book Review of Stitched Crosses: Crusade
From the beginning of Genesis to the end of Revelation, God tells us a story, the true story of our sin and salvation…
“Between God and the Devil” — Sermon by Pastor Rolf Preus
“Between God and the Devil” + + + The First Sunday in Lent February 14, 2016 St. Matthew 4:4 Trinity Lutheran Church, Sidney,…
Satan, the World’s First Feminist
Adam did battle with Satan in the Garden Paradise and lost. It was a no-contest, really. By the time round two came around,…
Gospel Notes for Lent 2
The Gospel Notes for the Second Sunday in Lent (Reminiscere) of the One-Year Lectionary from the Lutheran Service Book is now available. You…