301 The Text and The Pretext

Send us Fan Mail   Summary:  Many people, and most Christians, know John 3:16 by heart. They know the text. But they often don’t know its context so they look for a pretext, an excuse. Today, we’re going to find out why a Lenten focus makes that totally unnecessary.    Referenced Bible verses:  John 3:14-21; Numbers 21:4-9     Please note that Rev. Sally Welch appears on-screen in the first 30-or so of our videos to bring encouragement and benediction.   Our Email Address:  [email protected]   Here’s the link for a free digital version of Luther’s Small Catechism on the basics of the Christian faith: https://www.augsburgfortress.org/store/product/22879/Luther-Small-Catechism-App    Here are our related links:   Facebook Page (for live video): https://www.facebook.com/dberkedal/  and advance broadcasts at www.facebook.com/solwpage    Blog (for theme text):  pastorberkedalsblog.blogspot.com    Podcast (for downloadable audio) at:  https://livingwaterradio.buzzsprout.com   YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB7KnYS1bpHKaL2OseQWCnw        **Please click or tap on Subscribe to receive notifications of future videos. It’s free!**