The example set before us of St. Peter is one which we do well to consider regularly. Peter was a man of great faith. Usually, he was the boldest and first to speak up. Yet he also suffered some of the … Continued
The Baptism of Our LordSt. Matthew 3:13-1711 January, Anno Domini 2026 Beloved sons and daughters of the true Father, God Almighty, born of water and the word and given the new birth of the Holy Spirit, Grace to you and … Continued
As we continue to think about our congregation’s theme for this year, “Many members. One body united in Christ.”, the Baptism of our Lord provides us with a good opportunity to think about the root of our unity as a … Continued
The Festival of the Epiphany of Our LordSt. Matthew 2:1-126 January, Anno Domini 2026 Beloved Gentiles grafted into the living vine our Lord Jesus Christ, Grace, mercy, and peace to you this night from God our Father and from our … Continued
The Second Sunday after Christmas1 Peter 4:12-194 January, Anno Domini 2026 Beloved saints of God who bear the precious Name of Jesus given to you in the waters of Holy Baptism, Grace, mercy, and peace to you from God our … Continued
In the afterglow of “Silent Night” and peace on earth, the world’s murderous unbelief is unleashed. Gentiles from afar had come to worship the world’s redeemer and instead of using his authority to announce the good news that will be … Continued
The world’s hatred of God knows no limits. The little boys of Bethlehem learned this in a terrible way when their blood was spilled by Herod as he sought to exterminate the Lord Jesus who he falsely and foolishly believed … Continued
Rorate CoeliSt. John 1:19-2820 December, Anno Domini 2025 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Beloved of God, At the heart of all sin lies pride, the desire to elevate ourself, … Continued
In this week’s study we see how God answers our prayer that His kingdom come by sending us His Word. Elijah was sent back to king Ahab who had troubled Israel by encouraging idolatry. God demonstrated that He alone is … Continued
There is only one Christ. There are not different versions of this Christ for different people. That is because there is only one salvation that all people need – the salvation from sin. And there is only one way that … Continued