Below is a video I was tagged in from Facebook. It would be nice if we all would have the wit to respond when our faith is challenged. Although the response does not hold a definitive response to the question of a God or not (which comes only in faith through the Holy Spirit), it … [Read more…]
Sunday, May 8, 2016 Seventh Sunday of Easter First Reading Acts 16:16–34 Psalm Psalm 97:1-12 New Testament Revelation 22:12–14, 16–17, 20–21 Gospel John 17:20–26 Click here for the audio of the sermon
From a “Buddy Christ” question that was addressed in a newsletter. Dear buddy, what does God say about gossip? Another good question this month. I love that you are willing to ask the tough questions. I am going to get a little technical on you first, so that we can come to … [Read more…]
Below is the link to an audio version of a sermon delivered at Calvary Lutheran in Minong. Sermons Sunday, May 1, 2016 | Easter Sixth Sunday of Easter Year C First Reading Acts 16:9–15 Psalm Psalm 67 New Testament Revelation 21:10, Revelation 21:22–22:5 Gospel John 5:1–9 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software, 2009). … [Read more…]
Below is the blessing that I used for equipment and persons for this fishing season of 2016. Below was adapted from a blessing of the fleet. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blessing_of_the_Fleet Most gracious Lord, who numbered among your apostles the fishermen Peter, Andrew, James and John, we pray you to consecrate this fishing equipment to righteous work in your … [Read more…]
Below is a very interesting article about bullies in the church. In the past I have seen this behavior by members of a church. I saw a pastor leave a congregation following some of this behavior. The title is indicates that there are good reasons, however the good reasons are from the bully perspective. The … [Read more…]
It is very interesting that it seems so difficult for people, and at times I include myself in this, to follow the words of Jesus. Jesus tells us just how to handle conflict, especially with other believers. Yet, why is it that becomes so difficult to follow? I am not sure if is out of … [Read more…]
Easter is a special time of the year. I use to put the emphasis on Christmas, and yes I realize that there is no Easter without Christmas, however Easter is the ALL of the Christian message. Easter is what God does for us out of God’s love for us. Easter is the God in flesh … [Read more…]
If you would like a schedule of readings that will help you read through the entire New Testament during Lent, see the link below. The readings start today and end on Easter Vigil. There are no readings on Sundays. Read NT during Lent