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Forsaken
Mark 15:20-39 Jesus let out a loud cry. After speaking words of forsakenness from Psalm 22, Jesus cried out and took in his last breath. With the exhale came his cry, a cry of relief, an exclamation of deliverance. Finally, … Continue reading
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Tagged Crucifixion, Death of Jesus, Forgiveness, Forsaken, Good Friday, Holy Scripture, Jesus, Sin
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Our thankful response
Hebrews 9:1-14 The Lutheran Church, like many others, is one of tradition. If you doubt this, ask a member of any congregation why it is they do something in a particular way. You will likely be met with the response, … Continue reading
Posted in Worship
Tagged Christian, Eucharist, Forgiveness, Jesus, Spirituality, Worship
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Given for you
1 Corinthians 11:23-34 It was the first time the bread had been placed in her hands. The words she heard so many times before, having been said to others are finally said to her; “This is the body of Christ … Continue reading
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Tagged Apostle Paul, Christian, Eucharist, Faith, Forgiveness, Grace, Holy Communion
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What must I do?
Mark 10:17-31 What must I do to inherit eternal life? This is a question much like that asked by so many people today. “What must I do to make it into heaven?” The rich man in the text told Jesus … Continue reading
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Tagged Eternal Life, Faith, Forgiveness, Kingdom of God, Love your neighbor, Spirituality, Teaching of Jesus
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You are dust
Genesis 3:1-19, Romans 5:17-21 “Remember you are dust and to dust you shall return.” These are the words of Ash Wednesday. They are the words said over us as we receive the ashes reminding us of our mortality. We are … Continue reading
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Tagged Ash Wednesday, Confession, Disciple, Forgiveness, Repentance
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Falling at Jesus’ feet
Luke 7:37-50 Have you felt the strong desire to be near Jesus? Is this desire stronger when you are ashamed of your sins, when you feel lonely, or perhaps when you are angry, hurt or betrayed? What would it take … Continue reading
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Tagged Confess sin, Confession, Faith, Forgiveness, Grace, Jesus, Repentance, Sin
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A sure foundation
1 Corinthians 3:1-11 In order to build a structurally sound house, one must begin working from the ground up. To build on top of the soil, you have to dig well below the surface and lay strong foundational support that … Continue reading
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Tagged Church conflict, Discipleship, Faithful, Forgiveness, Gospel, Holy Scripture, Truth
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No Partiality
Acts 10:34-48 The young man sitting next to me in the airport seemed awfully worried. His face reflected the weight of his worry. After some time, I broke the ice. “How are you doing?” I asked him. I could not … Continue reading
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Tagged Christian, Discipleship, Evangelism, Faith, Forgiveness, Prayer, Self esteem
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In the Beginning 