29
Jul

The Son of God Has Redeemed Us for Himself with His Holy and Precious Blood

Text: Deuteronomy 7:6–9; Romans 8:28–39; Matthew 13:44–52 Preaching: Rev. R. Beinert – The Lord our God has chosen us to be “his treasured possession,” not because of any strength in us, but solely “because the Lord loves” us (Deut. 7:6–8). He is faithful, and He “keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him […]

05
Jul

Jesus Christ, Our Savior, Is Our True Peace and Sabbath Rest

Text: Matthew 11:25-30 – Rev. Harald Schoubye Though we have died with Christ in Holy Baptism, and we are raised to new life in Him, we find “another law waging war” in our body and life, that is, between our old Adam and the new man (Rom. 7:23). By the Spirit of Christ, we “desire […]

21
Jun

Over My Dead Body

Text: Romans 6:12-23 We sometimes hear (or say) that phrase “over my dead body” when someone is going to do something that someone else REALLY does not want them to do.  Whether it’s because it’s dangerous, or because it is not a positive or beneficial thing to their life.  As we hear Paul speak in […]

07
Jun

Tax Collectors and Sinners

Text: Matthew 9:9-13 Matthew the tax collector is called to come and follow Jesus, and then they gather at Matthew’s house with other tax collectors, and sinners for a meal.  The Pharisees see this and question the disciples of Jesus why Jesus would eat with tax collectors and sinners?  Is Jesus doing this to show […]