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Advent 1 2014, What does the Bible say about Christ?
Advent 1 2014 Matthew 21:1-11 [Each Sunday this year we will consider a different theme from the One Year Historic Lectionary Series. This weeks’ theme is “What does the Bible say about Christ?”] What does the Bible say about Christ? … Continue reading
What does the Bible say?
[This is an excerpt from the Seed of Life our monthly newsletter. Look for the audio and sermon text of this year long series here at our blog beginning on November 30th, 2014.] Beloved in Christ, What does the Bible say? You may often … Continue reading
Sermon: Trinity 9 Luke 16:1-9
Christ was defrauded upon the cross for you. Though he was guilty of no sin he took your crimes into himself. He willingly paid the full price for your redemption. As the dishonest manager found relief for his misery by relying on the mercy of the master, how much more will Christ help you in your misery as you trust his mercy! You are redeemed, not by means of silver or gold, the unrighteous wealth of this world, but the very blood of God. Continue reading
Devotion: Saint Mary, Mother of Our Lord
Psalm 45:10-17 Hear, O daughter, and consider, and in- | cline your ear:* forget your people and your | father’s house, and the king will desire your | beauty.* Since he is your lord, | bow to him. The people … Continue reading
Sermon: Easter 4 John 16:16-22
In the name of our risen Lord Jesus, amen. How many of you have heard the little phrase “In a little while…” before? How many of you have said it? I have said it more times than I can count … Continue reading
Sermon: Easter 3 John 10:11-16
Easter 3 Christ the Good Shepherd John 10:11-16 There’s a common term used by conspiracy theorists and fringe political groups to describe the helpless masses. They call them “sheeple.” I don’t think I need to translate too much for you. … Continue reading
Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus
For the next two weeks our Adult Bible Study is viewing and discussing this talk by Dr. Nabeel Quereshi. Dr. Quereshi discusses how his historical investigation of Christianity led to his conversion from Islam. Attached below is also a handout … Continue reading
Sermon: Easter 2 John 20:19-31
Easter 2 John 20:19-31 “That you may believe…” Sermon Audio: For the video and Bible Study material mentioned in the audio version of this sermon please click here. “These things are written that you may believe that Jesus … Continue reading
Sermon: Easter Day Mark 16:1-8
Easter Day Mark 16:1-8 “Death’s A Gardener At Best” Jesus speaking of his resurrection before his crucifixion said, “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit.” … Continue reading
Sermon: Easter Sunrise Isaiah 25:6-9
Easter Sunrise Isaiah 25:6-9 “The Party’s Not Over” The first Easter began much more subtly and somberly then it does now that we have the entire picture. It began graveside and with the tears of Mary Magdalene. Easter began with … Continue reading
Lutheran Church of the Redeemer 