Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God [1 John 4:7] Alleluia! Christ is risen! It has been a while since I’ve posted anything new on this blog. Even my most recent post was a duplication of something I’d written a few years ago. I confess it has been a struggle toContinueContinue reading “BELOVED, LET US LOVE ONE ANOTHER”
Category Archives: Baptism
Now You Are Dismissing Your Servant in Peace
Sermon Preached at the Final Worship ofBethlehem Lutheran ChurchYoungstown, OhioDecember 28, 2014Isaiah 61:10-62:3; Psalm 148; Galatians 4:4-7; Luke 2:22-40 “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all people.”[Luke 2:29-30] We give thanks to GodContinueContinue reading “Now You Are Dismissing Your Servant in Peace”
FOR ALL THE SAINTS
Each Monday morning our synod staff gathers for devotions. Most of the time they consist of one or two readings and a reflection by whoever the leader is that day, and usually we close with the responsive prayer. This past Monday (November 3) I felt a need to worship and honor the memory of thoseContinueContinue reading “FOR ALL THE SAINTS”
Walking Together in Faith 