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Preaching and Teaching from St. John Ev. Lutheran Church (Sherman Center), Random Lake, Wisconsin — 3038 episodes
Ask and You Will Receive—John 16:23b-33
Your Sorrow Will Turn to Joy—John 16:16-23
Jeremiah: Introduction
“The Father Himself loves you… pray!” Rogate 2026
"Water. Word. That is the sign. It was always his" — Funeral of Donald Thiel
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Numbers 21:4-9; James 1:22-27
The Work of the Holy Spirit—John 16:5-15
"Christ went where you could not go" Friday of Cantate (observed) 2026
The Comforter in Persecution—John 15:26—16:4
The World’s Hatred—John 15:18-25
As the Father Loved Me, I also Have Loved You—John 15:9-17
I am the Vine—John 15:1-8
"Draw from the well of His salvation, Jesus." Cantate 2026
Heidelberg Disputations: Thesis 27-28 — May 3, 2026
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 12:1-6; James 1:16-21
The Peace of Christ—John 14:27-31
"His commandment is eternal life" Friday of Jubilate 2026
Fellowship with the Holy Trinity—John 14:19-26
If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments—Jn 14:12-18
I Am in the Father and the Father in Me—John 14:7-11
Heidelberg Disputations: Thesis 25-26
The Way the Truth and the Life—John 14:1-6
"Come receive what Chronos cannot touch!" Jubilate 2026
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Lamentations 3:22-33; 1 Peter 2:11-20
The Shepherd Knows the Sheep—John 10:22-42
“The friends of the Bridegroom cannot mourn as long as He is with them” Friday of Misericordias Domini 2026
Jesus Is the Good Shepherd—John 10:7-21
Jesus Is the True Shepherd—John 9:35—10:6
The Pharisees Excommunicate the Healed Man—John 9:13-34
A Man Born Blind Receives His Sight—John 9:1-12
"The Shepherd stayed when it cost Him His life" Misericordias Domini 2026
Heidelberg Disputations: Thesis 23-24
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 34:11-16; 1 Pet. 2:21-25
Jesus Is Confronted by the Unbelieving Jews—John 8:42-59
The Truth Shall Make You Free—John 8:31-41
“Fear and joy together. That is the life of faith.” Friday of Quasimodo Geneti (observed) 2026
Jesus Is the Light of the World—John 8:12-30
The Woman Caught in Adultery—John 7:52–8:12
The Nobleman’s Son Is Healed—John 4:43-54
"Faith is born from the breath of God" Quasimodo Geneti 2026
Heidelberg Disputations: Thesis 22
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 37:1-14; 1 John 5:4-10
Jesus Ordains the Apostles—John 20:19-31
Jesus Eats Broiled Fish in the Upper Room—Luke 24:33-49
"The risen Christ opens what we cannot" Easter Tuesday 2026
Jesus Is Revealed in the Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:28-35
The Disciples on the Road to Emmaus—Luke 24:13-27
The Resurrection—Matthew 28:1-15
"The women came to the tomb expecting death. They found life!" Easter Day 2026
"Christ is risen. He has called you by name!" Easter Dawn 2026
"The Son of David is the answer to every one of David's cries" Good Friday Tenebrae 2026
"Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up!" Good Friday Chief Service 2026
Holy Saturday
"God comes all the way down, down to the floor, down to the cross" Holy Thursday 2026
"I looked, but there was no one to help" Holy Wednesday 2026
"The righteous Man is inconvenient to us" Holy Tuesday 2026
"Zechariah saw it all. Isaiah saw it all!" Holy Monday 2026
"Given for you. Given to you. Full of His forgiveness!" Palm Sunday 2026
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Zechariah 9:9-12; Philippians 2:5-11
Jesus Side Is Pierced—John 19:25-42
Jesus Is Crucified—John 19:1-24
"You do not believe, because you are not of My sheep" Wednesday of Judica 2026
Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—John 18:28-40
Jesus’ Betrayal and Arrest—John 18:1-27
A New Commandment Is Given—John 13:21-38
Heidelberg Disputations: Theses 21
"Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was glad" Judica 2026
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 22:1-14; Hebrews 9:11-15
Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—John 12:1-11
Jesus’ Death and Burial—Matt. 27:45-66
"There is mourning, and there is rejoicing, all the way through Lent" Wednesday of Laetare 2026
The King of the Jews Is Mocked—Matt. 27:27-44
Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—Matt. 27:1-26
"The One who is going to Jerusalem to die is the one who feeds you" Laetare 2026
Jesus Faces the Sanhedrin—Matt. 26:57-75
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 49:8-13; Galatians 4:21-31
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Matthew 26:36-56
Jesus Celebrates the Passover—Matthew 26:17-35
"There is One whose heart was not like yours" Wednesday of Oculi 2026
Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—Matthew 26:2-16
Palm Sunday—Matthew 21:1-17
Heidelberg Disputations: Theses 16-18
"No, Satan. Christ has died for me, and I am forgiven!" Oculi 2026
The LORD Makes His Covenant With Israel—Ex 23:20–24:18
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 26:1-15; Ephesians 5:1-9
The LORD Gives the Ten Commandments—Ex 20:1-24(25-26)
The First Battle—Exodus 17:8-16
Sermon: "The church is the one place on earth where the logic of the world is turned upside down"
The Water from the Rock—Exodus 17:1-7
The Bread from Heaven—Exodus 16:1-35
Bitter Water Made Sweet—Exodus 15:22-27
“O woman, great is your faith! Be it done for you!" Reminiscere 2026
02/28: Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 32:22-32; Romans 5:1-5
02/27: The Song of Moses—Exodus 15:1-19
02/26: The Lord Fights for Israel—Exodus 14:10-31
"Signs don’t create faith in a dead heart. Faith comes by hearing!" Ember Wednesday 2026
02/25: Israel Journeys to the Red Sea—Exodus 13:17—14:9
02/24: The Exodus—Exodus 12:31-42
02/23: The Death of the Firstborn—Exodus 12:21-30
"Your salvation does not hang on your wilderness performance. It hangs on His!" Invocavit 2026
02/21: Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 3:1-21; Hebrews 4:14-16
02/20: The Passover Is Instituted—Exodus 12:1-14
02/19: The Death of the Firstborn Is Announced—Exodus 11:1-10
"Remember that you are dust. And remember whose dust you are." Ash Wednesday 2026
02/18: Ash Wednesday: Consecrate a Fast—Joel 2:12-19
02/17: The Plagues–Ex. 8:1-10, 13-25, 32; 9:1-4, 7-35; 10:3-11, 20-29
"Mercy is asked. Mercy is given. Sight is restored!" Quinquagesima 2026
Heidelberg Disputations: Theses 9-12 — Dead Works, True Fear, and Real Hope
02/16: The Lord Gives Signs—Exodus 6:28—7:25
02/14: Prepare for Sunday—Isaiah 35:3-7; 1 Cor 13:1-13
02/13: The Lord Promises Deliverance—Exodus 6:1-13
Moses Goes to Pharaoh—Exodus 5:1-23
"If justification depended on the perfection of our speech, none would stand" Wed of Sexagesima 2026
02/11: The Lord Goes with Moses to Egypt—Exodus 4:1-31
02/10: I AM Appears to Moses in the Burning Bush—Exodus 3:1-17
Moses Flees to Midian—Exodus 2:11-25
Heidelberg Disputations (1518): Theses 7 & 8
“The Seed and the Soils: Why the Service Is So Word-Heavy” Sexagesima 2026
02/07: Prepare for Sexagesima—Isaiah 55:10-13; Hebrews 4:9-13
02/06: The Birth of Moses—Exodus 1:1—2:10
Joseph Continues to Show Mercy to His Brothers—Gen. 50:15-26—02/05/2026
"The same Lord who calls us last also places Himself beneath us." Wednesday of Septuagesima 2026
Jacob Blessings Before He Dies—Gen. 49:1 (2-27) 28—50:14
Joseph’s Vow; Jacob Blesses Joseph’s Sons—Gen. 47:27–48:21
"Real renewal is throwing wage-thinking into the fire" Septuageisma 2026
Heidelberg Disputations (1518): Theses 5 & 6
Prepare for Septuagesima: Daniel 9:2–10; 1 Cor 9:24—10:5
Jacob Journeys to Egypt to See Joseph—Genesis 46:1-27
Sermon: "Jesus gives Himself in a way that offends the proud, but comforts sinners."
Joseph Forgives His Brothers—Genesis 45:4-28
Judah Intercedes for Benjamin Before Joseph—Gen. 44:18–45:3
Joseph’s Cup Is Found in Benjamin’s Sack—Genesis 44:1-17
Benjamin Returns with His Brothers to Egypt—Genesis 43:1-34
"You get Jesus only, and Jesus is enough." Transfiguration 2026
Heidelberg Disputations (1518): Theses 3&4
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ex 34:29-35; 2 Peter 1:16-21
Joseph Feeds Brothers, Sends Them to Jacob—Gen. 42:25-38
Joseph’s Brothers Journey to Egypt to Buy Food—Gen. 42:1-24
“Today this Scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing!" Wednesday of Epiphany 2 2026
Joseph Becomes the Prince of Egypt—Genesis 41:37-57
Joseph Interprets Pharaoh’s Dreams—Genesis 41:1-36
Heidelberg Disputations (1518): Theses 1&2
"From empty jars to an overflowing cup" Epiphany 2 2026
Joseph Interprets Dreams in Prison—Genesis 40:1-23
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Amos 9:11-15; Romans 12:6-16a
Joseph Is a Slave in Egypt—Genesis 39:1-23
Joseph’s Brothers Sell Him into Slavery—Gen. 37:1-36
"Baptism is God’s public claim: 'This one belongs to Me.'" Octave of Epiphany 2026
The Baptism of Our Lord—Matthew 3:13-17
John the Baptist Prepares the Way of the Lord—Mt 3:1-12
The question is not, “What are we doing here?” but, “What is He doing here?” Epiphany 1 2026
Bible Study: 2 Thessalonians 3
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 42:1-9; Rom. 12:1–6a
The Slaughter of the Holy Innocents—Matthew 2:16-23
"Come to Christ where He has promised to be found" Epiphany 2026
The Flight into Egypt—Matthew 2:13-15
The Epiphany of Our Lord (obs)—Matthew 2:1-12
Simeon and Anna Receive the Christ-child—Luke 2:25-40
Circumcision, Purification, and Presentation—Luke 2:21-24
“The Lord meets you the same way He met Simeon” Christmas 1 2025
Bible Study: 2 Thessalonians 2
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 31:31-34; Galatians 4:1-7
The Ark of the Covenant into the Temple—1 Kings 8:6-13
Circumcision and Name of Jesus: Luke 2:21
“Jesus has put His Name on You!” Circumcision and Name of Jesus 2025
New Year’s Eve: Luke 12:35-40
“Do Not Be Afraid to Go to Egypt”—Genesis 46:1-7
David’s Son Will Build the House of the Lord—2 Sam 7:1-16
"Christ’s kingdom on earth is a cross-kingdom" Holy Innocents 2025
St. John, Apostle and Evangelist: John 21:20-26
St. Stephen, Martyr: Acts 6:8—7:2a, 51-60
"What Christ does not assume, He does not heal" Christmas Day 2025
“The light has entered the darkness, and the darkness will not win!” Christmas Midnight 2025
“Fear not… For unto you is born… a Savior” Christmas Eve 2025
Christmas Eve: The Nativity of Our Lord—Matthew 1:18–25
The Shepherds Visit Bethlehem—Luke 2:15-20
The Birth of Christ Is Announced to Shepherds—Luke 2:8-14
"The preacher is a voice that points not to itself but speaks Christ" Advent 4 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Philippians 4:4-7
The Nativity of Our Lord—Luke 2:1-7
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist—Luke 1:57-66
“God is not far away. God is in the womb!” Advent 3 Midweek 2025
The Visitation—Luke 1:39-45
Christ’s Birth Is Foretold to Joseph—Matthew 1:18-25
The Annunciation of Our Lord—Luke 1:26-38
Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 5:12ff
"How can the present reality fit with what God promised?" Advent 3 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 40:1-11; 1 Corinthians 4:1-5
Jacob Returns to Isaac His Father—Genesis 35:16-20, 22b-29
Jacob Returns to Bethel—Genesis 35:1-15
"Where Christ is preached, and His gifts are given, hearts are turned" Advent 2 Midweek
Jacob and Esau Meet—Genesis 33:1-11
Jacob Wrestles with God—Genesis 32:22-32
Esau Comes to Meet Jacob—Genesis 32:1-21
Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11
“When these things begin to happen, straighten up and lift up your heads" Advent 2 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Song of Solomon 2:8b-14; Romans 15:4-13
Laban’s Covenant with Jacob—Genesis 31:43-55
Laban Pursues Jacob—Genesis 31:22-42
"Repent! The Lord is at Hand!" Advent 1 Midweek 2025
Laban Agrees to Divide the Livestock with Jacob—Gen. 30:25-43
St. Andrew, Apostle (obs)—John 1:35-42a
"Advent is not sentimental. It is sacramental!" Advent 1 2025
Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 23:5-8; Romans 13:8-14
The Children of Jacob—Genesis 29:31—30:24
"Give thanks for the gifts that will not burn" Thanksgiving Eve 2025
Jacob Marries Leah and Rachel—Genesis 29:1-30
Heaven Is Opened at Bethel—Genesis 27:46–28:22
Esau Does Not Receive the Blessing—Genesis 27:30-45
Isaac Blesses Jacob—Genesis 27:1-29
"Christ does not marry the prepared. Christ prepares the ones He marries!" Trinity 27 2025
1 Thessalonians Excursus: Advent
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 65:17-25; 1 Thess. 5:1-11
Isaac and Abimelech—Genesis 26:1-11
"If you can’t forgive, then come to Christ who gives His forgiveness" Wednesday of Trinity 22 2025
Rebekah—Gen. 24:29 (30-31) 32-38 (39-41) 42-49 (50-57) 58-67
Abraham Sends for a Bride for Isaac—Genesis 24:1-28
Sacrifice of Isaac—Abraham’s Faith Is Revealed—Gen. 22:1-19
"Forgiveness is the beating heart of the Church" Trinity 22 2025
Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Micah 6:6-8; Philippians 1:3-11
“Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass” Funeral for Karen Zimmer
Isaac Is Born and Ishmael Is Cast Out—Genesis 21:1-21
Abraham and Abimelech—Genesis 20:1-18
"Christ's outstretched hands haven’t stopped working" Wednesday of Trinity 21 2025
Sodom and Gomorrah Destroyed—Gen 19:1 (2-11) 12-29
Abraham Prays for Sodom—Genesis 18:16-33
The Three Visitors—Genesis 18:1-15
Sunday’s Propers—Exodus 3:1-15; 2 Thess 2:1–8, 13-17; Luke 20:27-40
Sarai’s Name Change—Genesis 17:15-27
Circumcision and Abram’s Name Change—Gen. 17:1-11 (12-14)
"The resurrection banquet has already begun!" Wednesday of Trinity 20 2025
Hagar and Ishmael—Genesis 16:1-16
God’s Covenant with Abram—Promise of a Son—Gen. 15:1-6
"To be a beggar before God is to be blessed with the kingdom of heaven" — All Saints' Day 2025
1 Thessalonians: 2:1-16
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—All Saints’ Day—Revelation 7:2-17; 1 John 3:1-3
Reformation Day—Abram and Lot—Genesis 13:1-18
The Call of Abram—Genesis 12:1-20
"You can’t pour the new life of Christ into the old self" Wednesday of Trinity 19 2025
The Tower of Babel—Genesis 11:1-9
The Flood—The Promise of the Rainbow—Gen. 9:1-17 (18-29)
The Flood—The Lord Remembers Noah—Genesis 8:1-22
"Forgiveness of sins flows from Christ's cross into your life" Trinity 19 2025
1 Thessalonians: 1:1-10
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 44:21–23; Eph 4:22-28
The Flood—Rain for Forty Days and Forty Nights—Gen. 7:1-24
The Flood—Wickedness of Man; God’s Judgment—Gen. 6:5-22
“The Church is a field of sinners—repentant sinners” Wednesday of Trinity 18 2025
Cain Murders Abel; the Birth of Seth—Gen. 4:1-18 (19-24) 25-26
The Curse of the Fall—Genesis 3:16-24
The First Promise of Salvation—Genesis 3:8-15
"That’s love: arms stretched wide, heart pierced, blood poured out" Trinity 18 2025
Thessalonians: Introduction
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Deuteronomy 10:12-21; 1 Corinthians 1:4-9
The Fall of Man into Sin—Genesis 3:1-8
Creation—Man and the Garden of Eden—Genesis 2:8-25
"Look to the One Isaiah saw, the One lifted up for your salvation!" Wednesday of Trinity 17 2025
Creation—The Day of Rest—Genesis 2:1-7
Creation—Days Five and Six—Genesis 1:20-31
Creation—The First Four Days—Genesis 1:1-19
"Your host Jesus comes to you and say, 'Friend, move up higher!'" Trinity 17 2025
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis IX, part 3 and X
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 25:6-14; Ephesians 4:1-6
Jesus Takes the Place of the Guilty—Luke 23:13-25
Wrath Is Poured Out upon Idol Worshippers—Ex. 32:15-35
"Follow Jesus, and you’ll lose some things—but you’ll gain everything" Wednesday of Trinity 16 2025
The Worship of the Golden Calf—Exodus 32:1-14
God’s Law Threatens and Accuses—Ex. 20:1-6, 18-21; 31:18
Mission Observance: Luke 24:44-53; Romans 10:11-17
"What no doctor, no medicine, no fortune could do—Christ does with a word!" Trinity 16 2025
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis XI part 2
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:17-24; Ephesians 3:13-21
The Rich Young Ruler—Mark 10:17-31
"Jesus speaks into the world and calls us to a very different life" Wednesday of Trinity 15 2025
Confess Christ, Take Up Your Cross, Follow Him—Mt. 10:32-39
The Fall of Man into Sin—Genesis 3:1-8
Ahab Covets Naboth’s Vineyard—1 Kings 21:1-16
St. Michael and All Angels—Matthew 18:1-11
"The world may cling to mammon, but Christ clings to you" Trinity 15 2025
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis XI
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:8-16; Gal. 5:25—6:10
Jesus Prays for His Enemies—Luke 23:33-43
Bless Those Who Curse—Matthew 5:33-45
"Oh, for the touch of Jesus! For you, it means forgiveness!" Wednesday of Trinity 14 2025
Jesus Comes to Zacchaeus’s House—Luke 19:1-10
Abram Gives Lot the Choice of the Land—Gen. 13:1-12 (13-18)
Christian Education: Jesus Blesses the Children—Luke 18:15-17; Deut. 6:4-15
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis VIII
"Christ called Matthew and set him apart for His good use" St. Matthew 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 4:10-23; Galatians 5:16-24
Jesus Is Tempted by the Devil—Matthew 4:1-11
Joseph Flees from Adultery—Genesis 39:1-21 (22-23)
"The Servant who conquers not by quarreling, but by redeeming" Wednesday of Trinity 13 2025
The Parable of the Good Samaritan—Luke 10:25-37
Cain Murders His Brother Abel—Genesis 4:1-12 (13-15)
Holy Cross Day (obs): John 12:20-33
"Love the neighbor God drops in your path" Trinity 13 2025
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis VII Part 2
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—2 Chron. 28:8-15; Gal. 3:15-22
Ruth and Her Kinsman Redeemer—Ruth 1:1-19a (1:19b–3:18); 4:1-10 (11-22)
"The blind shall see, the deaf hear, the mute sing, the dead rise!" Wednesday of Trinity 12 2025
The Rebellion of Absalom—2 Samuel 15:2-15 (15:16–18:5) 18:6-15 (16-32) 18:33–19:6
Mary Sits at Jesus’ Feet—Luke 10:38-42
The Boy Jesus in the Temple—Luke 2:(40) 41-52
Nativity of the St. Mary—Matthew 1:1–16
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis VII
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 29:17-24; Rom 10:9-17
Peter Denies His Lord—Matthew 26:69-75
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Matthew 26:36-46
Daniel and the Lions’ Den—Daniel 6:1-23 (24)
The Three Men in the Fiery Furnace—Daniel 3:1-28 (29-30)
Labor Day—Do Not Worry about Your Life—Matt. 6:24-34
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis VI
"You are sinner and saint. But in Christ you go home justified!" Trinity 11 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Gen. 4:1-15; 1 Cor. 15:1-10
Your Sorrow Will Turn to Joy—John 16:16-23a
The Work of the Holy Spirit—John 16:5-15
"Woes and Times of the End" Wednesday of Trinity 10
The Comforter in Persecution—John 15:26-16:4
Love and the Hatred of the World—John 15:9-25
Jesus Is the True Vine—John 15:1-8
"Come and See Greater Things!" The Feast of St. Bartholomew 2025
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis V & VI
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 3:1–8; 2 Corinthians 4:7–10
The Parable of the Fig Tree—Luke 21:29-38
Destruction of Jerusalem & Christ’s Coming—Luke 21:20-28
"Faithful in Least and Faithful in Much" Wednesday of Trinity 9
The Signs of the End—Luke 21:5-19
The Widow’s Two Mites—Luke 20:45—21:4
Sadducees Question the Resurrection—Luke 20:27-44
“Take your bill, and write zero — you owe nothing, for I have paid it all.” Trinity 9 2025
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis IV & V
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—2 Samuel 22:26-34; 1 Corinthians 10:6-13
St Mary, Mother of Our Lord—Luke 1:39-56
Render to Caesar the Things That Are Caesar’s—Luke 20:20-26
"A Glass of Cool Water or Worm and Fire?" Wednesday of Trinity 8
The Parable of the Wicked Vinedressers—Luke 20:1-19
The Parable of the Minas—Luke 19:11-28
Jesus Comes to Zacchaeus’s House—Luke 19:1-10
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis III
Sunday’s OT and Second Reading—Jeremiah 23:16-29; Acts 20:27-38
Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus—Luke 18:35-43
The Rich Young Ruler—Luke 18:18-34
"Keep the Bread of Life Unleavened" Wednesday of Trinity 7
The Pharisee and the Tax Collector—Luke 18:9-17
The Parable of the Persistent Widow—Luke 18:1-8
The Kingdom of God—Luke 17:20-37
Homily for Trinity 7
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 2:7-17; Romans 6:19-23
The Ten Lepers Are Cleansed—Luke 17:11-19
"What Must I Do to Inherit Eternal Life?" Wednesday of Trinity 6
Faith as a Mustard Seed—Luke 17:1-10
The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus—Luke 16:14-31
The Parable of the Unjust Steward—Luke 16:1-13
The Parable of the Prodigal Son—Luke 15:11-32
The Office of the Holy Ministry : Thesis II
"What makes a Christian a Christian?" Trinity 6 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 20:1-17; Romans 6:1-11
St James the Elder—Acts 11:27–12:5; Mark 10:35-45
The Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin—Luke 15:1-10
"Jesus' Uniquely Given Call to All" Wednesday of Trinity 5
The Parable of the Great Supper—Luke 14:15-35
St. Mary Magdalene—John 20:1-2, 10-18
Bible Study on Luke 5:1-11 — Pr. Donavon Riley
Sermon for Trinity 5 on the Anniversary of an Ordination
A Man with Dropsy Is Healed on the Sabbath—Luke 14:1-14
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 19:11-21; 1 Corinthians 1:18-25
The Mustard Seed and the Leaven—Luke 13:18-35
A Woman Is Healed on the Sabbath—Luke 13:10-17
"By What Authority Do You Do These Things?" Wednesday of Trinity 4
The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree—Luke 13:1-9
Christ Brings Division and Suffering—Luke 12:49-59
The Faithful Servant—Luke 12:35-48
"No one is righteous, and Christ alone, the righteous one, makes you righteous" Trinity 4 2025
The Office of the Holy Ministry: Thesis I
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 50:15-21; Romans 12:14-21
The Parable of the Rich Fool—Luke 12:13-34
Confessing Christ—Luke 12:1-12
"The Expansive Life Forgiven in Christ" Wednesday of Trinity 3
The Dinner at a Pharisee’s House—Luke 11:37-54
A House Divided Cannot Stand—Luke 11:14-36
The Lord’s Prayer & the Parable of the Friend at Midnight—Luke 11:1-13
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Micah 7:18-20; 1 Peter 5:6–11
Mary and Martha—Luke 10:38-42
The Parable of the Good Samaritan—Luke 10:25-37
The Visitation—Luke 1:39-56
The Seventy Return with Joy—Luke 10:17-24
The Sending Out of the Seventy—Luke 10:1-16
The Church and the Holy Ministry : Theses VIII.C & IX
"Upon this rock, there is reconciliation between dissenting brothers." St. Peter and St. Paul 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Acts 12:1-11; Galatians 2:1–10
Follow Me—Luke 9:57-62
The Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven—Luke 9:46-56
"Renewed in knowledge according to the image of Him who created him!" Wednesday of Trinity 1 2025
A Boy Is Healed—Luke 9:37-45
The Nativity of St John the Baptist—Luke 1:57-80
The Transfiguration of Our Lord—Luke 9:28-36
Sunday’s OT and Epistle— Deuteronomy 6:4–13; 1 John 4:8-21
Peter’s Confession & Jesus’ Prediction of His Suffering—Lk. 9:18-27
The Feeding of the 5,000—Luke 9:10-17
"He is the God of the living for all live to Him" Wednesday of Holy Trinity
The Sending Out of the Twelve—Luke 9:1-9
A Girl Is Raised and a Woman Is Healed—Luke 8:40-56
A Demon-Possessed Man Is Healed—Luke 8:26-39
The Church and the Holy Ministry : Theses VII & VIII — June 15, 2025
"The promise in Baptism gives you the name of the only Son of God" Holy Trinity 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle Reading—Isaiah 6:1-7; Romans 11:33-36
Jesus Stills the Storm—Luke 8:22-25
The Parable of the Sower and the Seed—Luke 8:1-21
Ember Wednesday of Pentecost — June 11, 2025
A Sinful Woman Is Forgiven—Luke 7:36-50
John the Baptist Sends Disciples to Jesus—Luke 7:18-35
Jesus Raises a Widow’s Son—Luke 7:11-17
The Church and the Holy Ministry: Theses V & VI (incomplete) — June 8, 2025
"With communion, we are communicating and in communion with the Holy Spirit" —Pentecost 2025
Sunday’s OT and Second Reading—Genesis 11:1-9; Acts 2:1-21
Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant—Luke 7:1-10
A Disciple and His Teacher—Luke 6:39-49
Love Your Enemies—Luke 6:27-38
The Sermon on the Plain—Luke 6:20-26
The Twelve Apostles—Luke 6:12-19
The Church and the Holy Ministry: Theses IV & V — June 1, 2025
"The Holy Spirit brings a message that cannot be found anywhere: You are forgiven!" Exaudi 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 36:22-28; 1 Peter 4:7-14
Jesus Is Lord of the Sabbath—Luke 6:1-11
"Always Under Jesus' Hands of Blessing" The Ascension of Our Lord — May 29, 2025
Fasting and the Sabbath—Luke 5:33-39
Matthew the Tax Collector—Luke 5:27-32
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralytic—Luke 5:17-26
Jesus Cleanses a Leper—Luke 5:12-16
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Numbers 21:4-9; James 1:22-27
Jesus Calls Fishers of Men—Luke 5:1-11
"Jesus' Unity is Out of This World" Wednesday of Cantate
The Signs of the Messiah—Luke 4:31-44
Jesus Is Rejected in Nazareth—Luke 4:16-30
The Temptation of Our Lord—Luke 4:1-15
The Baptism and Genealogy of Jesus—Luke 3:(1-20) 21-38
The Church and the Holy Ministry: Theses III & IV
"Gathering with Christians around His body and blood is your society" Cantate 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 12:1-6; James 1:16-21
The Life of the Church—Acts 2:37-47
Peter Calls the Church to Repentance—Acts 2:22-36
"The Friend Rejoices at the Bridegroom's Voice" Wednesday of Jubilate 2025
Peter’s Sermon on the Prophet Joel—Acts 2:14-21
The Feast of Pentecost—Acts 2:1-13
Matthias Is Chosen to Fill Judas’s Office—Acts 1:12-26
"The struggle between old and new in this world" Jubilate 2025
The Church and the Holy Ministry : Theses I & II
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 40:25-31; 1 Peter 2:11-20
The Ascension of Our Lord—Acts 1:1-14
Jesus Opens the Scriptures to the Disciples—Luke 24:44-53
"The Father Judges What the Spirit Gives" Wednesday of Easter 3 2025
The Great Commission—Matthew 28:16-20
Jesus Restores Peter—John 21:15-25
Jesus Eats Breakfast by the Sea of Tiberias—John 21:1-14
"The Shepherd is on the loose in the world and is seeking the lost sheep." Misericordias Domini 2025
The Church and the Holy Ministry : Augsburg Confession in Brief
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 34:11-16; 1 Peter 2:21-25
Peter Preaches in the Temple—Acts 3:11–4:4
St Philip and St James, Apostles—John 14:1-14
"Jesus, the Great Shepherd who sheds His Blood" Wednesday of Quasimodo Geneti 2025
Paul Preaches in the Synagogue of Antioch in Pisidia—Acts 13:26-33
The Disciples on the Road to Emmaus—Luke 24:13-27
The Resurrection of Our Lord—Luke 24:1-12
"Jesus moves Thomas from uncertainty to certainty, from unfaith to faith" Quasimodo Geneti 2025
The Bondage of the Will: Deus Absconditus & Sub Contrario
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 37:1-14; 1 John 5:4-10
St Mark, Evangelist—Mark 16:14-20
Jesus Reinstates Peter—John 21:15-25
“Children, have you any food?” Easter Wednesday 2025
Easter Wednesday: Jesus Ordains the Apostles—John 20:19-31
Easter Tuesday: The Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:36-49
Easter Monday: The Emmaus’ Disciples—Luke 24:13-35
"Do not be alarmed; He is risen!” Resurrection Day 2025
“Christ's light shined in the darkness” Resurrection Dawn 2025
Holy Saturday—Matthew 27:57-66; 1 Peter 3:17-22
"The blood and water from Christ’s side" Good Friday Tenebrae 2025
"How to Meditate on Christ's Passion" Good Friday Chief Service 2025
Good Friday: Jesus’ Death and Burial—Luke 23:39-56
"All true love is tethered to faith in Christ, the Word of God" Holy Thursday 2025
Holy Wednesday: Passion According to St. Matthew
Holy Tuesday: John 12:1–36
Holy Monday: St Mark Passion—Mark 14:1—15:47
The Bondage of the Will : The Case of Judas
"Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing!" Palmarum (Palm Sunday) 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Zechariah 9:9-12; Philippians 2:5-11
The Plot to Kill Jesus—John 11:45-57
Lazarus Is Raised from the Dead—John 11:38-44
"Equipped with Brotherly Kindness in Christ" Wednesday of Lent 5 2025
Midweek: Jesus Before the Sanhedrin—Luke 22:63-71
Jesus Is the Resurrection and the Life—John 11:17-37
"We go with Jesus through His suffering and death year-over-year" Judica 2025
The Bondage of the Will: The Real Patriarchal Trial (Genesis 22)
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 22:1-14; Hebrews 9:11-15
The Pharisees Excommunicate the Man—Jn 9:13-34
A Man Born Blind Receives His Sight—John 9:1-12
“Godliness is to see all of one’s life as worship and confession” Lent 4 Midweek 2025
Midweek: Peter Denies His Lord—Luke 22:54-62
The Woman Caught in Adultery—John 7:53—8:12
The Promise of the Holy Spirit—John 7:37-52
The Bondage of the Will: The Hardening of Pharaoh (Exodus)
"Every good gift is already yours in the seemingly ordinary" Laetare 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 16:2-21; Gal 4:21-31
Is This the Christ?—John 7:25-36
Jesus at the Feast of Tabernacles—John 7:1-24
"Supplement your faith with... Endurance" Wednesday of Lent 3
Midweek: Jesus’ Arrest—Luke 22:47-55
Annunciation of Our Lord—Luke 1:26-38; Hebrews 10:4-10
Jesus Is Rejected by His Own—John 6:(45-46) 47-69
"Jesus Christ remakes you into a palace in which He lives" Oculi 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 8:16-24; Ephesians 5:1-9
Jesus Is the Bread from Heaven—John 6:22-44
"Now Psalm 23 is fulfilled for Ralph" - Funeral for Ralph Becker
The Feeding of the Five Thousand—John 6:1-21
"Self-control is a gift of the Holy Spirit" Wednesday of Lent 2
Midweek: Jesus Prays in the Garden—Lk. 22:31-46
The Fourfold Witness—John 5:31-47
Life and Judgment through the Son—John 5:24-30
"A fighting faith that conquers God" Reminiscere 2025
The Bondage of the Will: The Trial of Jacob by the Jabbok (Genesis 32)
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 32:22-32; 1 Thess. 4:1-7
The Jews Seek to Kill Jesus for Breaking the Sabbath—John 5:10-23
The Pool of Bethesda—John 5:1-15
Make Your Call and Election Sure: Knowledge
Midweek: Jesus Celebrates the Passover—Lk 22:14-30
The Nobleman’s Son Is Healed—John 4:43-54
Jesus Food Is to Do the Father’s Will—John 4:31-38
The Bondage of the Will : Christ and Salvation pt. 2
"Jesus was led by the Holy Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil" Invocavit 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 3:1-21; 2 Corinthians 6:1-10
The Woman at the Well—John 4:1-30, 39-42
John the Baptist Exalts the Christ—John 3:22-36
"Be even more diligent to make your call and election sure" Ash Wednesday 2025
Midweek: The Preparation of the Passover—Luke 22:1-13
Jesus Catechizes Nicodemus—John 3:16-21
Nicodemus Comes to Jesus by Night—John 3:1-16
The Bondage of the Will: Christ and Salvation pt. 1 — March 2, 2025
"Jesus opens your blind eyes to see Him" Quinquagesima 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Samuel 16:1-13; 1 Cor 13:1-13
The Israelites Confess Their Sins—Nehemiah 9:1-38
Ezra Reads from the Torah—Nehemiah 7:73c–8:12
"Make the Tree Good" Wednesday of Sexagesima 2025
Nehemiah’s Prayer—Nehemiah 1:1–2:6
The Lutheran Congregation and its Day School (with Commentary)
“Bid Thou our sad divisions cease, and be Thyself our King of Peace.”
The Rebuilding of the Temple—Ezra 3:1-13
The End of the Babylonian Captivity—Ezra 1:1-11
The Bondage of the Will — The Argument About Our Willing pt.2
"You who have been given ears to hear, listen!" Sexagesima 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 55:10-13; 2 Cor. 11:19–12:9
The Proclamation of Cyrus the King of Persia—2 Chron. 36:22-23
Daniel’s Vision of a Man—Daniel 10:1–11:4 (12:1-13)
"Exposed Bare and Forgiven in the High Priest" Wednesday of Septuagesima 2025
Daniel’s Prayer—Daniel 9:1-6, 17-27
Daniel’s Dream of the Four Beasts—Daniel 7:1-28
"Written in large blood red letters, is one word: Forgiven" Septuagesima 2025
The Bondage of the Will — The Argument About Our Willing
The Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard—Matthew 20:1-16
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 17:1-7; 1 Cor. 9:24—10:5
Daniel and the Lions’ Den—Daniel 6:1-23
King Belshazzar and the Handwriting on the Wall—Daniel 5:1-30
The Humbling of Nebuchadnezzar—Daniel 4:1-37
The Three Men in the Fiery Furnace—Daniel 3:1-28
Daniel Interprets King Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream—Daniel 2:24-49
The Bondage of the Will - The Argument About God
“The Two Aspects of Christ’s Glory” Transfiguration 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 3:1-14; 2 Peter 1:16-21
King Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream—Daniel 2:1-23
Daniel and His Three Friends Are Taken to Babylon—Daniel 1:1-21
"The Radical Discipleship of Jesus" — Wednesday of Epiphany 4 2025
Ezekiel Is Called to Be a Prophet to an Exiled People—Ez. 2:1—3:3
Ezekiel’s Vision—Ezekiel 1:1-28
The Fall of Judah to Babylon—2 Chronicles 36:11-21; Jer 39:1-18
The Bondage of the Will - The Argument About Scripture
"Presented to God with pure and clean hearts in Jesus' Blood" Candlemas 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle— 1 Samuel 1:21–28; Malachi 3:1-4
The Fall of Jerusalem—2 Kings 25:1-21
Jeremiah Is Thrown into a Cistern—Jeremiah 38:1-28
"Even the ordinary gifts of healing are extraordinarily" Wednesday of Epiphany 3 2025
Jeremiah Is Put into Prison—Jeremiah 37:1-21
King Josiah Celebrates the Passover—2 Chronicles 35:1-27
King Josiah Restores the Worship—2 Chronicles 34:29-33
The Bondage of the Will - Introduction
"Under the authority of the Word is every promise of Jesus" (Epiphany 3)
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—2 Kings 5:1-15a; Rom 12:16-21; Conversion of St Paul—Acts 9:1-22
Jeremiah the Priest Is Called to Be a Prophet—Jeremiah 1:1-19
King Josiah of Judah—2 Chronicles 34:1-28
"In persona Christi" Wednesday of Epiphany 2
King Manasseh of Judah—2 Chronicles 33:1-20
King Hezekiah Receives Envoys from Babylon—2 Kings 20:12-21
King Hezekiah’s Life Is Extended—2 Kings 20:1-11
"With Christ and his gifts of salvation at the center" Epiphany 2 2025
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 12:9-14
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Amos 9:11-15; Romans 12:6-16; Confession of St Peter—Mark 8:27–9:1
The Destruction of Sennacherib’s Army—2 Chr 32:1-23
Hezekiah Celebrates the Passover—2 Chronicles 30:1—31:1
"One Baptism from One Jesus" Baptism of Our Lord 2025
Hezekiah Purifies the Temple—2 Chronicles 28:22—29:36
King Hezekiah of Judah—2 Kings 18:1-8
Isaiah Is Called to Preach in Israel and Judah—Isaiah 6:1-13
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 12:1-8
"The Christian Family Lives, Moves, and Breathes in Jesus" — Epiphany 1 2025
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 8:6-13; Romans 12:1-5
King Uzziah of Judah—2 Chronicles 26:1-5, 16-23
"Never Home but Always Home with Jesus" Epiphany Wednesday 2025
Israel Is Carried Away by the Assyrians—2 Kings 17:5-18 (19-41)
The Death of Elisha—2 Kings 13:10-25
Joash Repairs the Temple—2 Kings 12:1-16
Athaliah and Joash—2 Kings 11:1-21
"The still, small light of the world, Jesus Christ, the infant King" Epiphany 2025
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 11:5-10
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 60:1–6; Ephesians 3:1–12
The Flight into Egypt—Matthew 2:13-15
The Epiphany of Our Lord—Matthew 2:1-12
The Circumcision and Name of Jesus — January 1, 2025
New Year’s Eve: The Faithful Servant—Luke 12:35-40
"Christ's gifts are yours with no obligations and no strings attached" Christmas 1 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 10:16-11:4
“Do Not Be Afraid to Go to Egypt”—Genesis 46:1-7
The Holy Innocents, Martyrs—Matthew 2:13-18
St John, Apostle and Evangelist—John 21:20-25
St Stephen, Martyr—Acts 6:8–7:2a, 51-60
"Light shines forth for you today in enlightening gifts" Christmas Day 2024
"EMMANUEL" Christmas Midnight 2024
"In this cosmic cradle, the Bread of Life invites us to partake" Christmas Eve 2024
Christmas Eve: The Nativity of Our Lord—Luke 2:1-20
The Birth of Christ is Foretold to Joseph—Mt 1:18-25
"John the Baptizer is a bridge between the old and the new" Advent 4 2024
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Philippians 4:4-7
Jehu, the Avenger of Blood—2 Kings 9:1-37
Sermon: The Ox and the Ass — Advent Midweek 3
Midweek: Mary Visits Elizabeth—Luke 1:39-56
Watch and Pray—Luke 21:25-36
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Matthew 26:36-45
Sermon: "The gifts He freely gives for peace, joy, and hope" Advent 3 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 9:13–10:7
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 40:1-11; 1 Corinthians 4:1-5
Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer—John 17:1-26
Jesus Teaches Us to Pray—Mt. 6:5-15
Sermon for Advent Midweek 2: The Advent Wreath
Midweek: Christ’s Birth Announced to Mary—Luke 1:26-38
The Pharisee and the Tax Collector—Luke 18:9-14
Parable of the Rich Fool—Luke 12:13-21
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13
Stephen Prays for His Enemies—Acts 7:51-60
Parable of the Persistent Widow—Luke 18:1-8
Advent Midweek 1: The Christmas Tree
John’s Birth Announced to Zacharias—Luke 1:1-25
Daniel and the Lions’ Den—Daniel 6:1-23
The Stilling of the Storm—Mark 4:35-41
"The Two Sides of Advent" Advent 1 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 9:5-12
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 23:5-8; Romans 13:8-14
Do Not Worry about Your Life—Luke 12:22-34
"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, and in everything, give thanks!" Thanksgiving Eve 2024
Thanksgiving of the Samaritan—Luke 17:11-19
A Canaanite Woman Prays for Her Daughter—Mt 15:21-28
The Centurion Prays to Jesus for His Servant—Matthew 8:5-13
Jesus Teaches His Disciples to Pray—Luke 11:1-13
Sermon: "Jesus is giving wisdom, oil and wicks for your lamps" Trinity 27 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 8:13-9:4
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 65:17-25; 1 Thess. 5:1-11
Famine in Besieged Samaria—2 Kings 6:24–7:20
Elisha Escapes the Arameans—2 Kings 6:8-23
Wednesday of Trinity 25
Elisha and the Floating Axehead—2 Kings 6:1-7
Elisha Feeds His People—2 Kings 4:38-44
Elisha Raises the Shunammite’s Son—2 Kings 4:8-37
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 8:1-14
“But for the sake of the elect those days will be cut short!” Trinity 25 2024
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Job 14:1-6; 1 Thess. 4:13-18
Elisha and the Widow’s Oil—2 Kings 4:1-7
Elisha and the Water from Edom—2 Kings 3:1-27
"The Widow's Mite Doesn't Fulfill the Law... Jesus Does!" Wednesday of Trinity 24
Elisha Performs Miracles—2 Kings 2:19-25
Elijah Ascends to Heaven—2 Kings 2:1-15
The LORD Condemns Ahab—1 Kings 21:17-29
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 51:9-16; Colossians 1:9-14
Naboth’s Vineyard—1 Kings 21:1-16
The LORD’S Revelation to Elijah—1 Kings 19:9b-21
"Christ Jesus Gives the Law and Keeps It For You" Wednesday of Trinity 23 2024
The Drought Ends and Elijah Escapes Jezebel—1 Ki 18:41–19:9a
All Saints’ Observed—Revelation 7:2–17; 1 John 3:1–3; Matthew 5:1–12
Reformation Observed—Revelation 14:6–7; Romans 3:19–28; Matthew 11:12–19 or John 8:31–36
"Your Jesus is King of Kings and Lord of Lords" Trinity 23 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 7:23—8:9
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 8:11-22; Philippians 3:17-21
The LORD’S Victory on Mount Carmel—1 Ki 18:20-40
Elijah’s Message to Ahab—1 Kings 18:1-19
"Eyes Opened to Believe and Be Saved" Wednesday of Trinity 22
The Prophet Elijah Goes to the Widow of Zarephath—1 Ki 17:8-24
King Ahab and the Drought—1 Kings 16:29–17:7
The House of Rehoboam & the Southern Kingdom—1 Ki 14:21-31
"Forgiveness is the Heart of the Christian Life" Trinity 22 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 7:11-22
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Micah 6:6-8; Philippians 1:3-11
The House of Jeroboam and the Northern Kingdom—1 Kings 14:1-20
The Man of God Comes to Bethel—1 Kings 13:1-34
"Impossible for You but Always Possible for You in Jesus" Wednesday of Trinity 21 2024
Jeroboam and the Golden Calves—1 Kings 12:20-33
Solomon’s Death & the Revolt Against Rehoboam–1 Kgs 11:41–12:19
Solomon’s Heart Turns from the LORD—1 Kings 11:1-13
"Hear, know, believe, and trust that peace with God is once more made for you!" Trinity 21 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 7:1-10
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 1:1–2:3; Ephesians 6:10-17
The Queen of Sheba and Solomon’s Wealth—1 Kings 10:1-13
God’s Word to Solomon—1 Kings 9:1-9
"Even by Humor, Jesus is Working Faith and Salvation for You" Wednesday of Trinity 20 2024
Solomon’s Prayer at the Temple Dedication—1 Kings 8:22-40
The Ark of the Covenant Is Brought into the Temple—1 Ki 8:1-21
Solomon Builds the Temple—1 Kings 6:1, 7, 11-30
"Christ teaches us the doctrine of election" Trinity 20
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 6:1-12
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 55:1-9; Ephesians 5:15-21
Solomon Prepares to Build the Temple—1 Kings 5:1-18
Solomon’s Kingdom—1 Kings 4:1, 20-34
"Marriage by way of the Law or the Gospel?" Wednesday of Trinity 19
Solomon’s Wise Judgment—1 Kings 3:16-28
Solomon Prays for Wisdom—1 Kings 3:1-15
David Appoints Solomon to Succeed Him—1 Kings 1:1 (2-27) 28-35
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 28:10-17; Ephesians 4:22-28
David’s Sacrifice—1 Chronicles 21:1—22:1
Absalom’s Defeat and Death—2 Samuel 18:1, 5-18, 31—19:6
"All Things Ordered that the Gospel Be Preached" — Wednesday of St. Michael 2024
Absalom Dishonors His Father by Treason—2 Samuel 15:1-15
David’s Son Dies and Solomon Is Born—2 Samuel 12:16-25
The Prophet Nathan Confronts David—2 Sam. 11:26–12:15
"See that you do not despise one of these little ones" St. Michael and All Angels 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 5:1-9
Sunday’s OT and Second Reading—Daniel 10:10-14; 12:1-3; Revelation 12:7-12
David and Bathsheba—2 Samuel 11:1-17, 22-25
David Shows Kindness to Mephibosheth—2 Samuel 9:1-13
"Whoever receives one of these little children in My name receives Me!" Wednesday of Trinity 17 2024
David’s Thanksgiving to God—2 Samuel 7:18-29
God’s Covenant with David—2 Samuel 7:1-17
The Ark Is Brought to Jerusalem—2 Samuel 6:1-19
"Jesus who invited you comes and says to you: Friend, go up higher!" Trinity 17 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 4:13—5:1
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 25:6-14; Ephesians 4:1-6
David Mourns the Death of Saul—2 Samuel 1:1-16 (17-27)
"Lord, I Believe! Help My Unbelief!" Wednesday of Trinity 16 2024
Saul Seeks Counsel from a Medium—1 Samuel 28:3-25
David Spares Saul’s Life a Second Time—1 Samuel 26:1-25
“Young man, I say to you, arise!” Trinity 16 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 4:4-12
David and Abigail—1 Samuel 25:2-44
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:17-24; Holy Cross Day—1 Corinthians 1:18-25
David Spares Saul’s Life—1 Samuel 24:1–25:1
David Hides in the Wilderness—1 Samuel 23:14-29
"Jesus Opens Ears, Looses Tongues, and Casts Out Demons For You" Wednesday of Trinity 15 2024
David Saves the City of Keilah—1 Samuel 23:1-13
Saul Murders the Priests of Nob—1 Samuel 22:3-23
David Flees from Saul—1 Samuel 21:1—22:2
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 3:16—4:3
"Why are you worried about food, drink, and clothing?" Trinity 15 2024
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:8-16; Galatians 5:25–6:10
Jonathan Keeps His Promise to David—1 Samuel 20:24-42
Jonathan Befriends David—1 Samuel 20:1-23
"Not the hands or the stomach but the ears and the heart" Wednesday of Trinity 14 2024
Saul Persecutes David—1 Samuel 19:1-18 (19-24)
The Greatest Commandment—Mark 12:28-44
The Sadducees Question Jesus About the Resurrection—Mark 12:18-27
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15
“Rise up, go your way. Your Jesus has saved you" Trinity 14 2024
Render to Caesar the Things That Are Caesar’s—Mark 12:13-17
The Parable of the Wicked Vinedressers—Mark 12:1-12
"Laying aside the commandment of God, you hold the tradition of men" Wednesday of Trinity 13 2024
The Fig Tree and the Cleansing of the Temple—Mark 11:12-19
Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus—Mark 10:46-52
Jesus Predicts His Death a Third Time—Mark 10:32-45
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 2:11-26
"The Way to Life Is Jesus" Trinity 13 2024
The Rich Young Ruler—Mark 10:17-31
Jesus Blesses the Children—Mark 10:13-16
Jesus Teaches on Marriage and Divorce—Mark 10:1-12
"You have the Words of Eternal Life" Wednesday of Trinity 12 2024
Who Is the Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven?—Mk 9:33-50
A Boy Is Healed—Mark 9:14-32
The Transfiguration of Our Lord—Mark 9:2-13
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 2:1-10
The Confession of Peter and His Rebuke—Mk 8:27—9:1
A Blind Man Is Healed at Bethsaida—Mark 8:22-26
The Pharisees Seek a Sign—Mark 8:11-21
"And they shall all be taught by God" Wednesday of Trinity 11 2024
The Feeding of the 4,000—Mark 8:1-10
Jesus Heals a Deaf Mute—Mark 7:31-37
A Canaanite Woman Trusts Jesus’ Word—Mark 7:24-30
"Jesus exalts you as He forgives, restores, and resurrects you from the death of sin to life with God" Trinity 11 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 1:12-18
Out of Man’s Heart Proceed Evil Thoughts—Mark 7:1-23
Jesus Walks on the Water—Mark 6:45-56
"Your Messiah King with Bread that Gives Life" Wednesday of Trinity 10 2024
The Feeding of the 5,000—Mark 6:30-44
John the Baptist Is Beheaded—Mark 6:14-29
Jesus Is Rejected at Nazareth—Mark 6:1-13
A Girl Is Raised and a Woman Is Healed—Mk 5:21-43
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes 1:1-11
"The ministry of the forgiveness of sins makes for your peace" Trinity 10 2024
A Demon-Possessed Man Is Healed—Mark 5:1-20
Jesus Stills the Storm—Mark 4:35-41
"The Preached Word is the Confidence of Our Prayers" Wednesday of Trinity 9 2024
Jesus Tells Parables of the Kingdom of God—Mark 4:21-34
The Parable of the Sower and the Seed—Mark 4:1-20
The Twelve Apostles—Mark 3:13-35
Healing on the Sabbath—Mark 3:1-12
"Steward Jesus takes those possessions of heaven and gives them away freely" Trinity 9 2024
Bible Study: Ecclesiastes (Intro)
Fasting and the Sabbath—Mark 2:18-28
Matthew the Tax Collector—Mark 2:13-17
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralytic—Mark 2:1-12
Jesus Preaches in Galilee and Cleanses a Leper—Mark 1:35-45
The Signs of the Messiah—Mark 1:21-34
Jesus Begins His Public Ministry—Mark 1:14-20
"By Jesus's fruits, you know Him, and He knows you" Trinity 8 2024
Bible Study: Colossians (Conclusion)
The Beginning of the Gospel According to St. Mark—Mark 1:1-13
Paul’s Ministry at Rome—Acts 28:11-31
Paul Is Shipwrecked on Malta — Acts 27:39-28:10
"I Will Speak Your Testimonies Before Kings" Wednesday of Trinity 7
Paul’s Ship Is Caught in Violent Seas—Acts 27:13-38
Paul’s Voyage to Rome Begins—Acts 27:1-12
Paul Begins His Testimony to King Agrippa—Acts 26:12-32
“How can one satisfy these people with bread here in the wilderness?” Trinity 7 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 4:2 ff July 13, 2024
Paul Appears Before King Agrippa—Acts 25:13-27
Paul Appeals to Caesar—Acts 24:24—25:12
Paul Appears Before Felix the Governor—Acts 24:1-23
The Plot Against Paul—Acts 23:11-35
Paul Appears Before the Sanhedrin—Acts 22:30—23:10
Paul Is Protected as a Roman Citizen—Acts 22:17-29
Paul Preaches to the Mob—Acts 21:37—22:16
Paul Is Arrested in the Temple—Acts 21:18-36
Paul Returns to Jerusalem—Acts 21:1-17
Paul Preaches to the Ephesian Elders—Acts 20:17-38
Eutychus Falls from a Window at Troas—Acts 20:1-16 & The Visitation—Luke 1:39-45
The Riot at Ephesus—Acts 19:21-41
"Nevertheless, at Your word, I will let down the net" Trinity 5 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 3:17–4:1 Part 2
The Miracles Worked by Paul—Acts 19:11-20
Paul’s Third Missionary Journey Begins—Acts 18:23—19:10
The Ministry of Paul in Corinth—Acts 18:1-22
"Do You Not Care that We Are Perishing?" Wednesday of Trinity 4
Paul Preaches in the Areopagus of Athens—Acts 17:16-34
Paul Preaches in the Synagogues —Acts 17:1-15
Paul, the Roman Citizen, Leaves Philippi—Acts 16:35-40
"What needs to change for your world to change" Trinity 4 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 3:17–4:1
Paul and Silas Are Imprisoned at Philippi—Acts 16:16-34
Paul’s Second Missionary Journey —Acts 15:36—16:15
The Decree of the Jerusalem Council—Acts 15:22-35
"Christ Grows His Church from a Shoot and Seed" Wednesday of Trinity 3
The Jerusalem Council—Acts 15:1-21
Paul and Barnabas Are Mistaken for Greek Gods—Acts 14:8-28
Paul and Barnabas Preach in Iconium—Acts 13:42—14:7
Bible Study: Colossians 3:5-17
Paul Preaches in the Synagogue of Antioch—Acts 13:13-42
Saul & Barnabas Begin 1st Missionary Journey—Acts 12:25-13:12
Herod Beheads James & the Lord Delivers Peter—Acts 12:1-24
"The Gospel of Jesus Christ is Out of Your Mind" Wednesday of Trinity 2
Barnabas and Saul Are Sent to Antioch—Acts 11:19-30
Peter Preaching the Gospel to the Gentiles—Acts 11:1-18
Peter Preaches to the Household of Cornelius—Acts 10:24-48
Bible Study: Colossians 3:1-7
"Those who come to this supper will be satisfied!" Trinity 2 2024
Peter’s Vision—Acts 10:1-23
Peter Heals Aeneas and Raises Tabitha—Acts 9:32-43
The Lord Delivers Saul from Death—Acts 9:23-31
"The Sabbath was given by God to Bless You." Wednesday of Trinity 1
The Baptism of Saul—Acts 9:10-22
The Lord Calls Saul on the Road to Damascus—Acts 9:1-9
Philip Baptizes the Ethiopian Eunuch—Acts 8:26-40
"We are all beggars needing Jesus' forgiveness, a new life, and eternal salvation"
Bible Study: Colossians 3:1-4
The Sin of Simon the Sorcerer—Acts 8:14-25
Commencement for the 169th School Year
The Ministry of Philip—Acts 8:1-13
The Martyrdom of Stephen—Acts 7:37-60
Catechetical Sermon on the Sacrament
Stephen Bears Witness Before the Sanhedrin—Acts 7:17-36
Stephen Is Accused of Blasphemy—Acts 6:8—7:16
The Choosing of the Seven—Acts 6:1-7
"God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit works all things together for your faith, eternal life, and salvation" Holy Trinity 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 2:16-23
An Angel Frees the Apostles from Prison—Acts 5:17-42
Ananias and Sapphira Lie to the Holy Spirit—Acts 4:32—5:16
Peter and John Give Thanks for Being Persecuted—Acts 4:23-31
"Jesus Leads You Into the Green Pastures of His Temple" Pentecost Tuesday (observed) 2024
Peter and John Are Arrested—Acts 4:5-22
Peter Preaches in the Temple—Acts 3:11—4:4
Peter and John Heal the Lame Man—Acts 3:1-10
Bible Study: Colossians 2:10-17
"The Christian life is ascending and descending and back again" Pentecost 2024
The Life of the Church—Acts 2:37-47
Peter Calls the Church to Repentance—Acts 2:22-36
Peter’s Sermon on the Prophet Joel—Acts 2:14-21
"The Spirit Gives Us to Know Jesus and Jesus the Father" Pentecost Eve 2024
The Feast of Pentecost—Acts 2:1-13
The Command to Preach the Gospel—Mark 16:9-20
The Great Commission—Matthew 28:16-20
"The Holy Spirit will comfort and sustain us to the end!" Exaudi 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 2:8-15
The Call of the Gospel Goes Out to the Nations—Ezekiel 36:22-28; 1 Peter 4:7-14
Matthias is Chosen to Fill Judas’s Office—Acts 1:12-26
The Ascension of Our Lord—Acts 1:1-14
"The Triumphant Victor - Enemies Defeated, Gifts Given, and Captives Redeemed!" Ascension Day 2024
Saul Resents David—1 Samuel 17:55—18:16
David Kills Goliath—1 Samuel 17:32, 37-54
David Journeys to the Battlefield—1 Samuel 17:20-37
"The saints and angels and the whole host of heaven pray with you to Christ Jesus" Rogate 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 2:6-10
The Bronze Serpent—Numbers 21:4-9; 1 Timothy 2:1-6
Goliath the Philistine Giant—1 Samuel 17:1-19
David Plays the Harp for Saul—1 Samuel 16:14-23
David Is Anointed King—1 Samuel 16:1-13
Saul Is Rejected by the Lord—1 Samuel 15:10-35
Saul’s Wars and His Unfaithfulness—1 Sam 14:52—15:9
"All faithful singing will sing of the faith we have received in the Gospel" Cantate 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 1:24–2:5
The Song of Isaiah—Isaiah 12:1-6; James 1:16-21
Saul’s Unlawful Sacrifice—1 Samuel 13:1-14
Samuel’s Address at Saul’s Coronation—1 Samuel 12:1 (2-13) 14-25
"Unity of the Body in Christ with Multiplicity of Vocation" — St. Mark, Evangelist
Saul Saves Jabesh Gilead—1 Samuel 11:1-15
Saul Is Proclaimed King—1 Samuel 10:17-27
"Who Was and Is and Will Always Be" Funeral of Beverly Behnke
Saul Is Anointed King—1 Samuel 9:25—10:16
"Your Dying and Rising is But a Little While" The Sunday of Christian Joy 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 1:21-24
The Steadfast Love of the Lord —Lam 3:22-33; 1 Pet 2:11-20
Saul Is Chosen to Be King—1 Samuel 9:1-6 (7-9) 10-24
Israel Demands a King—1 Samuel 8:1-22
"A Very Ordinary Easter" Wednesday of Easter 3 2024
Samuel Judges Israel—1 Samuel 7:2-17
The Ark of the Covenant Is Returned—1 Sam 6:1—7:1
The Ark Brings Judgment—1 Samuel 5:1—6:1
"Jesus is the Shepherd King who rules with goodness, truth, and love" Misericordias Domini 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 1:19-23
I Will Search for My Sheep—Ezekiel 34:11-16; 1 Peter 2:21-25
Jesus Ordains the Apostles—John 20:19-31
Jesus Eats Broiled Fish in the Upper Room—Luke 24:33-49
The Feast of the Annunciation (observed) 2024
Jesus Is Revealed in the Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:28-35
The Disciples on the Road to Emmaus—Luke 24:13-27
The Resurrection—Mark 16:1-8
“Reach your finger here and your hand here, and put it into My side.” Quasimodo Geneti 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 1:15-18
"Lo! I Will Be You Always!" The Funeral of Merlin W. Spieker
The Valley of the Dry Bones—Ezekiel 37:1-14
The Song of Moses—Exodus 15:1-18
Jesus Reinstates Peter—John 21:15-25
"O Foolish Ones and Slow of Heart to Believe!" Resurrection Evening (observed) 2024
Easter Wednesday: The Resurrection Catch—John 21:1-14
Easter Tuesday: The Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:36-49
Easter Monday: The Emmaus’ Disciples—Luke 24:13-35
"Jesus speaks the Word of life that death cannot stand" Resurrection of Our Lord 2024
"Keeping a night watch is received from Christ and His Apostles" Easter Vigil 2024
Holy Saturday: Daniel 6; 1 Peter 3; Matthew 27:57-66
"Against the Lord and against His Anointed" Tenebrae 2024
"All history is made most vivid today as Christ Jesus fulfills it all" Good Friday 2024
"As I have loved you, you also love one another" Holy Thursday 2024
Holy Thursday: Exodus 12:1-28
Holy Wednesday: Passion according to St. Luke
Holy Tuesday 2024
Holy Monday: John 12:1-36
"The donkey serves Christ faithfully and nobly" Palm Sunday 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 1:9-14
The Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem—Zechariah 9:9-12; Philippians 2:5-11
Jesus’ Death and Burial—Mark 15:33-47
The King of the Jews Is Mocked—Mark 15:16-32
"Redeemed in Jesus the Crucified" Lent 5 Midweek 2024
Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—Mark 15:1-15
St. Joseph, Guardian of Jesus—2 Samuel 7:4–16; Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23
Jesus Faces the Sanhedrin—Mark 14:53-72
"If anyone will keep My Word, He will not see death eternally" Judica 2024
Bible Study: The Colossians Heresy
The Sacrifice of Isaac—Genesis 22:1-14; Hebrews 9:11-15
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Mark 14:32-52
Jesus Celebrates the Passover—Mark 14:22-31
"We celebrate the most despised: the death and cross" Wednesday of Lent 4 2024
Jesus Prepares the Passover—Mark 14:12-21
Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—Mark 14:1-11
Palm Sunday—Mark 11:1-19
"The daily bread that never perishes: Jesus’s Word and Sacrament" Laetare 2024
Bible Study: Colossians 1:1-8
The Time of Favor—Isaiah 49:8-13; Acts 2:41-47
Jesus Is Rejected by His Own—John 6:47-69
Jesus Is the Bread from Heaven—John 6:32-44
Wednesday of Lent 3: Christ Crucified, The Wisdom of God
The Sign of the Manna—John 6:22-33
The Feeding of the Five Thousand—John 6:1-21
People Crave Meat—Numbers 11:4-6, 10, 13, 18-23, 31-34
"Christ, the Stronger One overcomes the devil for You in Baptism " — Oculi 2024
Bible Study: Colossians Introduction
The Word Is Preached to Call to Repentance—Jer 26:1-15; Ephesians 5:1-9
Touching the Hem of His Garment—Luke 8:40-56
"In Jesus, we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins"
Lent: Jesus Forgives the Paralytic—Mark 2:1-17/Confession
The Water from Rock—Exodus 17:1-7
The Bread from Heaven—Exodus 16:1-15, 31
"Jesus just keeps on forgiving, healing, and loving." Reminiscere 2024
Bible Study: Ezekiel 48
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 32:22-32; Romans 5:1-5
St. Matthias, Apostle (observed) — Acts 1:15-26
The Wedding in Cana of Galilee—John 2:1-11
Philippians 1:27–2:11 — Bless Us with the Mind of Christ Crucified
The Passover—Exodus 12:1-14, 17
Man Eats the Forbidden Fruit—Genesis 3:1-24
BONUS: "St. Mark Gives You to See the World as it Is"
Tree of Knowledge and Tree of Life—Gen. 2:4-17
"The Son of David Goes Forth to War for You" Invocavit 2024
Bible Study: Ezekiel 47:1-23
David and Goliath—1 Samuel 17:40-51; 2 Corinthians 6:1-10
Parable of the Unforgiving Servant—Mt. 18:21-35
Holy Absolution for the Erring Brother—Matthew 18:14-22
"To love God is to remain in His love" Ash Wednesday 2024
ASH WEDNESDAY: Jesus Sends Out the Twelve—Matthew 9:35—10:20, 40
Jesus Forgives the Paralytic—Matthew 9:1-13
The Miraculous Catch of Fish—Luke 5:1-11
"Jesus promises to hear our cries of “Kyrie eleison!” and answer them!" Quinquagesima 2024
Bible Study: Ezekiel 47:1-12
Prepare for Quinquagesima: The Anointing of David—1 Samuel 16:1-13
The Prophet Nathan Confronts David—2 Samuel 12:1-25
David’s Sin with Bathsheba—2 Samuel 11:1-27
"Jesus Cares for all of you by preaching the Gospel" Wednesday of Sexagesima 2024
The Parable of the Prodigal Son (Part 2)—Luke 15:25-32
The Parable of the Prodigal Son (Part 1)—Luke 15:11-24
Parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin—Lk 15:1-10
"To you it has been given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God" Sexagesima 2024
Bible Study: Ezekiel 46:19ff
Prepare for Sexagesima: The Power of the Word of God—Isaiah 55:10-13
Purification of Mary and Presentation—Luke 2:22-32
Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet—John 13:1-15
"The One Who Speaks With Authority" Wednesday of Septuagesima 2024
Jesus Walks on the Water—Matthew 14:22-36
The Sign of Jonah—Matthew 12:38-45
Jonah Is Swallowed by the Great Fish—Jonah 1:1—2:10
Bible Study: Ezekiel 45:18ff
"God's good and gracious will for your whole life" Septuagesima 2024
Prepare for Septuagesima: The Israelites Demand Water—Exodus 17:1-7
Naaman’s Leprosy Is Cleansed—2 Kings 5:1-14
Israel Crosses the Jordan—Joshua 1:1-2, 10-11; 3:1-17
"The Moment, the Kingdom, and the Gospel" Wednesday of the Transfiguration 2024
The Red Sea—Exodus 13:17—14:31
Noah and the Flood—Genesis 8:1, 15-22; 9:1-17
Noah and the Flood—Gen. 6:5, 13, 17-19; 7:11-12, 16-17, 21-23
"Lift up your eyes and see Jesus only" Transfiguration 2024
Bible Study: Ezekiel 44:28ff
The Glory of God Is Reflected in Moses’ Face—Ex 34:29-35; 2 Peter 1:16-21
The Pool of Bethesda—John 5:1-15
The Woman at the Well—John 4:1-30, 39-42
"Getting the Direction of the Salvation Verbs Right" Epiphany 2B 2024
Nicodemus Comes to Jesus by Night—John 3:1-16
Behold the Lamb of God—John 1:19-34
The Baptism of Our Lord—Matthew 3:1-6, 13-17
"Cleansing Blood and Springs Fountain Flows from Jesus" Epiphany 2 2024
Bible Study: Ezekiel 44:10ff
The Lord Shows Moses His Glory—Exodus 33:12-23; Ephesians 5:22-33
The Ark of the Covenant Is Captured—1 Samuel 3:21—4:22
The Lord Calls to the Boy Samuel—1 Sam 2:12, 18-21; 3:1-20
"Jesus' Baptism Is Your Baptism, Too" Baptism of Our Lord 2024
The Song of Hannah—1 Samuel 2:1-11
The Prophet Samuel Is Born—1 Samuel 1:19—2:2
Hannah Prays for a Son—1 Samuel 1:1-18
"The Spirit will give you to grow in wisdom, and in favor with God and men" Epiphany 1 2024
Bible Study: Ezekiel 44:1-9
The Ark Is Brought into the Temple—1 Kings 8:6-13; Romans 12:1-5
The Boy Jesus in the Temple–Luke 2:41-52
The Slaughter of the Holy Innocents—Matthew 2:16-23
"Drawn out of the Nations by Word and Spirit for Worship and Thanksgiving" Epiphany (observed) 2024
The Flight into Egypt—Matthew 2:13-15
The Visit of the Magi—Matthew 2:1-12
Circumcision and Name of Jesus—Luke 2:21
"The Lord’s Christ, the Consolation of Israel, the redemption of Jerusalem" Christmas 1, 2023
"Innocent in the Blood of Jesus" Holy Innocents 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 43:13ff
The Spirit of the Lord Shall Rest Upon Him—Isaiah 11:1-5; Galatians 4:1-7
The Rest in Returning to the Lord—Isaiah 30:8-17; Romans 8:31b-39
Holy Innocents, Martyrs: Matthew 2:13-18; Jeremiah 31:10-17
St. John, Apostle and Evangelist: John 21:20-25; 1 John 1:1—2:2
St. Stephen, Martyr: Acts 6:8—7:60; Matthew 23:34-39
"By becoming man, Jesus assumes everything you are" Christmas Day 2023
"Messengers from God proclaiming the Good News of Christ’s birth!" Christmas Dawn 2023
"In the cradle of obscurity, our Savior is born." Christmas Midnight 2023
"Joseph is the noble defender of woman and child that Jesus be given to us" Vigil of Christmas 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 43:1-12
Prepare for the Vigil of Christmas: Isaiah 7:10-14; Romans 1:1-6
St. Thomas, Apostle (observed): John 20:24-29
The Shepherds Visit Bethlehem—Luke 2:15-20
"Christians suffer persecution for confessing the truth of God’s Word" Wednesday of Advent 3 2023
The Birth of Christ Is Announced to Shepherds—Luke 2:8-14
The Nativity of Our Lord—Luke 2:1-7
Christ’s Birth Is Foretold to Joseph—Matthew 1:18-25
“What Child Is This?” Children's Program 2023
"Our doubts can always be conquered by learning to know Christ himself" Advent 3 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 43 Excursus
Comfort My People—Isaiah 40:1-11; 1 Corinthians 4:1-5
The Benedictus—Luke 1:67-80
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist—Luke 1:57-66
"The call to repentance comes, and in faith, the Spirit directs us to Christ" Advent Midweek 2 2023
The Visitation—Luke 1:39-56
The Annunciation of Our Lord—Luke 1:26-38
Gabriel Appears to Zachariah—Luke 1:5-25
“Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will by no means pass away" Advent 2 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 41:21–43:5
The Day of the Lord—Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13
Boaz Receives the Right of Redemption from the Near Kinsman—Ruth 4:1-22
Boaz Decides to Redeem Ruth—Ruth 2-3
"Receive John’s call to repentance and follow in the Savior’s way of forgiveness and life" Advent 1 2023
The Family of Elimelech and Naomi—Ruth 1:1-22
Samson and Delilah—Judges 16:1-31
The Foxes, the Torches, and the Jawbone of a Donkey—Judges 15:1-20
"Behold, your King is coming to you, Lowly, and sitting on a donkey" Advent 1 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 40-41:20
Christ is our Righteousness—Jeremiah 23:5-8; Romans 13:8-14
Samson’s Philistine Wife and His Riddle—Judges 14:1-20
"Jesus Makes You His Sheep in His Righteousness" Wednesday of the Last Sunday 2023
The Lord Gives Victory to Gideon with 300 Men—Judges 7
The Sign of the Fleece—Judges 6:28-40
The Angel of the Lord Appears to Gideon—Judges 6:1- 6, 11-27
“Behold, the bridegroom is coming; go out to meet him!” Trinity 27 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 40-48 Introduction
The New Heavens and New Earth—Isaiah 65:17-25; 1 Thess. 5:1-11
Thanksgiving Break— Remember How the Lord Has Led You—Deuteronomy 8:1-10
"Here's Your Free Talents" Thanksgiving Eve 2023
Thanksgiving Break—The Cleansing of the Ten Lepers—Luke 17:11-19
Thanksgiving Break—1 Timothy 2:1-4
Deborah the Prophetess Judges Israel—Judges 4:1-24
Sermon: "Everyone who sees the Son and believes in Him may have everlasting life"
Ehud, Israel’s Left-Handed Judge—Judges 3:12-30 (31)
"He went in and took her by the hand, and the girl arose!" Trinity 24, 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 39
The Lord Alone Is Our Comfort—Isaiah 51:9-16; Colossians 1:9-14
Othniel, Israel’s First Judge—Judges 3:7-11
Israel’s Unfaithfulness and the Judges—Judges 2:7-23
"Afflict the Comfortable and Comfort the Afflicted" Wednesday of Trinity 23 2023
The Conquest of Canaan Continues—Judges 1:1-9, 27-33; 2:1-6
The Death of Joshua—Joshua 24:13-31
Joshua’s Farewell Address—Joshua 23:1-4; 24:2-14
The Excellence of Wisdom—Proverbs 8:11-22; Phil. 3:17-21
Joshua’s Conquests—Joshua 11:15-20; 13:1-7; 18:1-2, 10; 21:43-45
The Sun and Moon Stand Still—Joshua 10:1-15 (16-28)
The Fall of Ai—Joshua 8:1-29
The Sin of Achan—Joshua 7:1-26
The Destruction of Jericho—Joshua 6:1-27
To Do Justly and to Love Mercy—Micah 6:6-8; Philippians 1:3-11
Israel Celebrates the Passover in the Promised Land—Joshua 5:10-15
Israel Crosses over the Jordan—Joshua 3:1-17
"Washed Their Robes and Made Them White in the Blood of the Lamb" All Saints’ Day 2023
Rahab the Harlot Hides the Spies—Joshua 2:1-24
Joshua Takes Moses’ Place and Prepares to Cross the Jordan–Joshua 1:1-18; Reformation—Romans 3:19-28
Moses Dies on Mount Nebo—Deuteronomy 32:48-52; 34:1-12
"In the Word of Jesus, you receive every hope, joy, and comfort God gives" Trinity 21 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 38 — October 29, 2023
Prepare for Sunday—Genesis 1:1–2:3; Ephesians 6:10-17
The Lord Will Raise Up a Prophet Like Moses—Deuteronomy 18:9-22
Moses Warns the People Against Rebelling—Deuteronomy 5:32—6:25
"Law and Gospel, Two Kingdoms, and One God" Wednesday of Trinity 20
Moses Reminds the People of God’s Law—Dt. 1:1a, 3; 5:1-11a, 12, 16-22
Joshua Is Ordained to Take Moses’ Place—Numbers 27:12-23
The Sin of Peor—Numbers 25:1-18
"Come, eat, and drink at Christ’s wedding feast, the marriage supper of the Lamb" Trinity 20 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 38-39 Introduction
The Call of God’s Grace—Isaiah 55:1-9; Eph 5:15-21
Balaam’s Donkey (Part 2)—(survey ch. 23 and 24) 24:10-13 (14-19) 25
Balaam’s Donkey (Part 1)—Numbers 22:1 (2-4a) 4b-5, 12-38
St. Luke, the Physician Who Delivers the Great Physician
The Bronze Serpent—Numbers 21:(1-3) 4-9
Moses Strikes the Rock—Numbers 20:1-13 (14-29)
The Budding of Aaron’s Rod—Numbers 16:41—17:13
"Our faith is the victory which overcomes the world" Trinity 19 2023
The Lord Promises Salvation to Jacob—Gen 28:10-17; Ephesians 4:22-28
The Lord Confirms That Moses Is His Prophet—Num 16:19b-40
Rebellion Against Moses and Aaron—Num 16:1-19a
"Two pillars joined together by the capstone Jesus" Wednesday of Trinity 18
The Rebels Are Sentenced to Death—Num 14:26-45
Israel Refuses to Enter Canaan; Moses Intercedes—Numbers 14:1-24
Spies Are Sent into Canaan—Num 13:1-3 (4-16) 17-33
"David, inspired by the Holy Spirit, speaks of Christ" Trinity 18 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 37:1-14
The Essence of the Law—Deuteronomy 10:12-21; 1 Cor 1:1-9
Aaron and Miriam Speak Against Moses—Num 12:1-16
The Lord Feeds His Grumbling People with Quail—Num 11:18-35
"Another kind of authority belongs to Jesus" Wednesday of Trinity 17
The People of Israel Complain Against the Lord—Num 11:1-17
Israel Departs from Sinai—Numbers 10:11-14a, 29-36
A Pillar of Cloud by Day & A Pillar of Fire by Night—Num. 9:15-23
"Is it lawful to heal on the sabbath?" Trinity 17 - October 1, 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 36:26ff
The Wisdom of Solomon—Proverbs 25:6-14; Ephesians 4:1-6
The Second Passover—Numbers 9:1-14
St. Michael and All Angels (observed)
The Priestly Blessing—Numbers 6:22-27
The Levites Are Called to Serve as Priests—Numbers 3:1-16, 39-51
The Lord Commands a Census of Israel—Numbers 1:1-4, 17-19, 45-54
The Day of Atonement—Lev 16:1-22, 34
"Because Jesus lives, all those who are in Jesus will never die but shall live" Trinity 16 2023
Bible Study: Resilience in the Parish
Adult Catechumenate #13: Church Membership and Confirmation
The Lord Raises the Widow’s Son—1 Kings 17:17-24; Ephesians 3:13-21
The Profane Fire of Nadab and Abihu—Leviticus 10:1-7
The Ministry of the Priests Begins—Lev 9:1-16, 22-24
"Forgiveness is Free and Boundless"
The Restitution Offering—Leviticus 5:14—6:7
The Sin Offering—Leviticus 4:1-2, 5:1-13
The Burnt Offering—Leviticus 1:1-17
"We ask for what we believe God the Father, Son, and Spirit alone can give" Trinity 15 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 35:26-25
The Widow of Zarephath—1 Kings 17:8-16; Gal. 5:25—6:10
Moses Sets Up the Tabernacle—Exodus 40:1-3, 16-38
Lord Renews His Covenant with Israel–Ex. 33:1-5; 34:1-10, 27-35
God’s Wrath Is Poured Out upon Idol Worshipers—Exodus 32:15-35
The Worship of the Golden Calf—Exodus 32:1-14
"Christ is the power of God and the wisdom of God" Trinity 14 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 35:1-15
The Security of Wisdom—Proverbs 4:10-23; Galatians 5:16-24
The Ransom Money—Exodus 30:11-16
The Priestly Garments—Exodus 28:1-43
The Ark of the Covenant—Exodus 25:1-22
Moses Receives the Law —Exodus 24:1-18
Labor Day: Warning Against Idleness—2 Thess 3:1-15
"See with Eyes of Faith" Trinity 13 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 34:23-31
Israel Returns the Captives—2 Chronicles 28:8-15; Gal 3:15-22
Paul Preaches Farewell to the Elders—Acts 20:17-38
Eutychus Falls from a Window at Troas—Acts 20:1-16
"Forgiveness is Not a Tool for Coercion but for Freedom of Conscience in Christ" Proper 16A 2023
The Riot at Ephesus—Acts 19:21-41
The Miracles Worked by Paul—Acts 19:11-20
Paul's Third Missionary Journey Begins—Acts 18:23—19:10
“He has done all things well. He makes both the deaf to hear and the mute to speak" Trinity 12 2023
Bible Study—Ezekiel 34:1-22
Prepare for Trinity 12: Isaiah 29:17-24; 2 Corinthians 3:4-11
The Second Coming in Judgment—Matthew 25:31-46
The Parable of the Talents—Matthew 25:14-30
The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins—Matthew 25:1-13
The Faithful Servant—Matthew 24:43-51
The Parable of the Fig Tree—Matthew 24:32-42
"I call you my brothers and sisters, that you may love each other as I love you" Trinity 11 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 33:23-33
The Great Tribulation—Matthew 24:15-31
Jesus Predicts the Signs of the End—Matthew 23:37—24:14
Woe to the Scribes and Pharisees—Matthew 23:1-36
"Mary Knew the Day of Her Visitation" — St. Mary, Mother of Our Lord 2023
The Greatest Commandment—Matthew 22:34-46
Questions About the Resurrection—Matthew 22:23-33
Render to Caesar the Things That Are Caesar’s—Mt. 22:15-22
The Sunday of the Cleansing of the Temple — August 13, 2023
The Parable of the Wedding Feast—Matthew 22:1-14
The Parable of the Wicked Vinedressers—Mt 21:33-46
"God is interested in all of you—body and soul" Wednesday of Trinity 9 2023
The Parable of the Two Sons—Matthew 21:28-32
The Fruitless Fig Tree—Matthew 21:18-27
Jesus Cleanses the Temple—Matthew 21:12-17
Two Blind Men Receive Their Sight—Matthew 20:29-34
"The gifts of Jesus are true riches greater than life, freedom, or any earthly happiness" Trinity 9 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 33
Jesus Predicts His Passion a Third Time—Matthew 20:17-28
The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard—Mt 20:1-16
The Rich Young Ruler—Matthew 19:16-30
"You are the Treasure in the Field" Wednesday of Trinity 8 2023
Jesus Blesses the Children—Matthew 19:13-15
Sermon for Trinity 8 - Rev. Dr. Charles Cortright
Jesus Teaches on Marriage and Divorce—Matthew 19:1-12
The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant—Matthew 18:21-35
If Your Brother Sins—Matthew 18:15-22
Who Is the Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven—Mt 18:1-14
Jesus Predicts His Death & Resurrection—Mt 17:22-27
A Boy Is Healed—Matthew 17:14-21
The Transfiguration—Matthew 17:1-13
Take Up Your Cross and Follow Me—Mt 16:24-28
"The economy of the Christian Church is impossible and absurd" Trinity 7 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 32
The Confession of Peter and His Rebuke—Matthew 16:13-23
"Given To Be From God" Mary Magdalene (observed) 2023
The Pharisees and Sadducees Seek a Sign—Matthew 16:1-12
The Feeding of the 4,000—Matthew 15:32-39
A Canaanite Woman Trusts Jesus’ Word—Matthew 15:21-31
Out of Man’s Heart Proceed Evil Thoughts—Matthew 15:1-20
Jesus Walks on the Water—Matthew 14:22-36
"Your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees" Trinity 6 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 31
Adult Catechumenate #12: Prayer, Table of Duties, Lord’s Supper
The Feeding of the 5,000—Matthew 14:14-21
John the Baptist Is Beheaded—Matthew 14:1-13
The Parable of the Dragnet—Matthew 13:47-58
"The Inner Conflict of Every Christian" Wednesday of Trinity 5
Parables of the Kingdom—Matthew 13:36-46
The Parable of the Wheat and the Tares—Matthew 13:24-35
The Purpose of Parables—Matthew 13:10-23
"The Third and Seventh Commandments Are Not Opposed to Each Other" Trinity 5 2023
Adult Catechumenate #11: Private Confession and Absolution
Bible Study: Ezekiel 30
The Parable of the Sower and the Seed—Mt 13:1-9
A Tree Is Known by Its Fruit—Matthew 12:33-50
A House Divided Cannot Stand—Matthew 12:22-32
"The First New Testament Convention, Gathered by the Spirit" The Visitation (observed) 2023
Jesus Heals on the Sabbath—Matthew 12:9-21
Jesus Is Lord of the Sabbath—Matthew 12:1-8
Jesus Preaches Repentance and Faith—Mt 11:20-30
"When Christ says, 'Judge not, condemn not,' He means gossips and slanderers" Trinity 4 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 29
John the Baptist Sends Disciples to Jesus—Matthew 11:2-19
Confessing Christ Before Men—Matthew 10:32—11:1
The Promise of Persecution—Matthew 10:16-31
"How Christians Can Reconcile" St. Peter and St. Paul 2023
The Sending Out of the Twelve—Matthew 9:35—10:15
Two Blind Men Are Healed—Matthew 9:27-34
A Girl Is Raised and a Woman Is Healed—Matthew 9:14-26
"The Good Shepherd would not let us perish" Trinity 3 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 28
Adult Catechumenate #10: The Lord’s Prayer
Matthew the Tax Collector—Matthew 9:9-13
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralytic—Matthew 9:1-8
Finally! God's Promises Are Fulfilled!" Nativity of St. John the Baptist 2023
Two Demon–Possessed Men Are Healed—Matthew 8:28-34
Jesus Stills the Storm—Matthew 8:23-27
Jesus Heals Peter’s Mother-in-law—Matthew 8:14-22
Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant—Matthew 8:5-13
"Today, the Lord is having His Supper!" Trinity 2 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 26–28:10
Adult Catechumenate #9: The Sacrament of Baptism
Jesus Cleanses a Leper—Matthew 8:1-4
The Wise Man Builds His House on the Rock—Mt 7:15-29
Jesus Is the Narrow Way—Matthew 7:1-14
"It isn’t about you. It’s all about Jesus" St. Barnabas 2023
Lay Up for Yourselves Treasure in Heaven—Mt 6:19-34
The Lord’s Prayer—Matthew 6:1-18
Love Your Enemies—Matthew 5:38-48
"Thinking he has everything, the rich man fails to see that he has nothing that matters" Trinity 1 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 25
Adult Catechumenate #8: The Lord’s Prayer
You Shall Not Give False Testimony—Matthew 5:33-37
You Shall Not Commit Adultery—Matthew 5:27-32
You Shall Not Murder—Matthew 5:21-26
"Go on discipling, Baptizing in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit" Trinity Wednesday 2023
Christ’s Righteousness Fulfills the Law—Mt 5:13-20
The Sermon on the Mount: The Beatitudes—Mt 5:1-12
Jesus’ Ministry and the Call of the Fishermen—Mt 4:12-25
"Nicodemus was looking for the kingdom of God apart from Jesus" Holy Trinity 2023
Adult Catechumenate #7: The Creed: The Third Article
Bible Study: Ezekiel 24
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 6:1-7; Rom. 11:33-36
The Temptation of Our Lord—Matthew 4:1-11
The Baptism of Our Lord—Matthew 3:13-17
"The Holy Spirit's Works Invidiually AND Corporately" Wednesday of Pentecost 2023
The Genealogy of Jesus—Matthew 1:1-17
Pentecost Tuesday: Acts 8:14-17
Pentecost Monday: Acts 10:34a, 42-48
"The day of Pentecost and every day for the Church since has been a gift of God" Pentecost 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 23
Sunday’s OT and Second Reading—Genesis 11:1-9; Acts 2:1-21
The Life of the Church—Acts 2:37-47
"Wisdom for the Hot Mess" Commencement 2023
Peter Calls the Church to Repentance—Acts 2:22-36
"The Spirit Overcomes Our Hatred of Jesus and His Word" Pentecost Eve 2023
Peter’s Sermon on the Prophet Joel—Acts 2:14-21
The Feast of Pentecost—Acts 2:1-13
Watch and Pray for Jesus’ Coming—Matthew 24:4-14, 36-44
Bible Study: Ezekiel 22
Adult Catechumenate #6: The Creed: The Second Article
"With the Spirit, we can face whatever the devil, the world, and our flesh throw at us" Exaudi 2023
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 36:22-28; 1 Peter 4:7-14
Matthias Is Chosen to Fill Judas’s Office—Acts 1:12-26
Ascension of Our Lord: Acts 1:1-14
“Sit at My right hand, Till I make Your enemies Your footstool” — Ascension of Our Lord 2023
Jesus Opens the Scriptures to the Disciples—Luke 24:44-53
St. Mark Records the Command to Preach the Gospel—Mark 16:9-20
Commission to Baptize and Teach All Nations—Mt. 28:16-20
"Learning to Pray" — Rogate 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 21
Adult Catechumenate #5: The Creed: The First Article
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Numbers 21:4-9; James 1:22-27
Jesus Prays for All Who Will Believe in Him— John 17:20-26
Jesus Prays for the Apostles—John 17:11-19
"Jesus tells you that the Way is the way of the Martyr Stephen" Easter 5a 2023
Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer—John 17:1-10
Ask and You Will Receive—John 16:23b-33
Your Sorrow Will Turn to Joy—John 16:16-23
"The Spirit of truth will guide you into all truth" — Cantate 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 20
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 12:1-6; James 1:16-21
The Work of the Holy Spirit—John 16:5-15
The Comforter in Persecution—John 15:26—16:4
Wednesday of Easter 4 (Easter Wednesday Observed)
The World’s Hatred—John 15:18-25
As the Father Loved Me, I also Have Loved You—John 15:9-17
I am the Vine—John 15:1-8
"For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain" Jubilate 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 19
Adult Catechumenate #3: The Divine Service pt.2
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Lamentations 3:22-33; 1 Peter 2:11-20
Fellowship with the Holy Trinity—John 14:24-31
If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments—John 14:15-23
"What Does It Mean that Jesus is King of Kings and Lord of Lords?" Wednesday of Easter 3 2023
I Am in the Father and the Father in Me—John 14:7-14
St. Mark, Evangelist: Mark 16:14-20
The Way the Truth and the Life—John 14:1-6
"The false shepherd is always an imposter" Misericordias Domini 2023
Adult Catechumenate #2: The Divine Service pt.1
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 34:11-16; 1 Peter 2:21-25
Jesus Ordains the Apostles—John 20:19-31
Jesus Eats Broiled Fish in the Upper Room—Luke 24:33-49
"The Service of the Word and Sacrament Established" (Easter Evening Observed)
Jesus Is Revealed in the Breaking of the Bread—Lk 24:28-35
The Disciples on the Road to Emmaus—Luke 24:13-27
The Resurrection—Matthew 28:1-15
"The promise of forgiveness—Peace be with you!" Quasimodo Geneti 2023
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 37:1-14; 1 John 5:4-10
The Song of Moses—Exodus 15:1-18
Jesus Reinstates Peter—John 21:15-25
"Don't Skip the Messy Bits on the Way to Easter" (Sunrise Observed)
Easter: The Resurrection Catch—John 21:1-14
Easter: The Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:36-49
Easter: The Emmaus’ Disciples—Luke 24:13-35
"The future is known, and Jesus is with you!" - The Resurrection of Our Lord — April 9, 2023
Holy Saturday
"God's High Priest, God's Temple, and God's sacrificial Lamb" — Good Friday 2023
Friday of Holy Week — Catechesis on the Cross
"The Lord invites you to His Table, family, and fellowship" — Thursday, April 6, 2023
Thursday of Holy Week — Passion According to St. John cont.
Passion According to St. Luke — Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Passion According to St. Mark — Holy Tuesday
Monday of Holy Week 2023
Your Beggar King Comes For You! - Palm Sunday 2023
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Zechariah 9:9-12; Philippians 2:5-11
Jesus Side Is Pierced—John 19:25-42
Jesus Is Crucified—John 19:1-24
"Jesus’ command and His promise" Wednesday of Lent 5 2023
Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—John 18:28-40
Jesus’ Betrayal and Arrest—John 18:1-27
A New Commandment Is Given—John 13:21-38
"Vindicate me, O God, And plead my cause!" The Sunday of the Passion 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 17
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 22:1-14; Hebrews 9:11-15
Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet—John 13:1-20
Palm Sunday—John 12:12-26
Christian Questions and Answers 17-18
Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—John 12:1-11
Jesus’ Death and Burial—Matthew 27:45-66
The King of the Jews Is Mocked—Matthew 27:27-44
"A lovely picture of the life of the faithful Christian" Laetare— March 19, 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 16:35-64
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 49:8-13; Galatians 4:21-31
St. Patrick’s Day—Psalm 69
Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—Matthew 27:1-26
"By Word of Christ, I believe!" — Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Jesus Faces the Sanhedrin—Matthew 26:57-75
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Matthew 26:36-56
Jesus Celebrates the Passover—Matthew 26:17-35
"No, Satan, I am not yours. Christ has died for me, and I am forgiven." Oculi 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 16:15-34
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 26:1-15; Ephesians 5:1-9
Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—Matthew 26:2-16
Palm Sunday—Matthew 21:1-17
"Forgiveness Received and Given" Wednesday of Lent 2 2023
The Lord’s Covenant with Israel—Exodus 23:20—24:18
The Ten Commandments—Exodus 20:1-24 (25-26)
Israel Encamps at Mount Sinai—Exodus 19:1-25
Faith trusts that Jesus alone saves. He saves by a Word: “Let it be done for you!” Reminiscere 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 16:1-14
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 32:22-32; Romans 5:1-5
The First Battle—Exodus 17:8-16
The Water from the Rock—Exodus 17:1-7
"In Whom Then Do You Trust? My Lord Jesus Christ!" Wednesday of Lent 1 2023
The Bread from Heaven—Exodus 16:1-35
Bitter Water Made Sweet—Exodus 15:22-27
The Song of Moses—Exodus 15:1-19
"The devil attacks the promises given. That’s how the devil always works." Invocavit 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 15:1-8
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 3:1-21; Heb 4:14-16
The Lord Fights for Israel—Exodus 14:10-31
"When You Fast... When You Pray... When You Give Alms" Ash Wednesday 2023
Israel Journeys to the Red Sea—Exodus 13:17—14:9
Ash Wednesday: The Exodus—Exodus 12:31-42
The Death of the Firstborn—Exodus 12:21-30
Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21
"We cry out to Jesus for mercy!" - The Sunday on the Way to Jerusalem 2023
Funeral of Edward Liermann - February 19, 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 14:12-23
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 35:3-7; 1 Corinthians 13:1-13
The Passover Is Instituted—Exodus 12:1-14
The Death of the Firstborn Is Announced—Exodus 11:1-10
"The Way of Life and Blessing and the way of Death and Curse"
The Plagues–Ex. 8:1-4 (7-10) 13-25, 32; 9:1-4, 7-35; 10:3-6 (7-11) 20-29
The Lord Gives Signs—Exodus 6:28—7:25
The Lord Promises Deliverance—Exodus 6:1-13
"The Word of God is an invasive species" Sexagesima 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 14:1-8
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 55:10-13; Hebrews 4:9-13
Moses Goes to Pharaoh—Exodus 5:1-23
The Lord Goes with Moses to Egypt—Exodus 4:1-31
"What good is salt if it's lost its saltiness?" Wednesday of Septuagesima 2023
I AM Appears to Moses in the Burning Bush—Exodus 3:1-17
Moses Flees to Midian—Exodus 2:11-25
The Birth of Moses—Exodus 1:1—2:10
Bible Study: Ezekiel 13
"There’s nothing about Christ's kingdom that the state can replicate" Septuagesima 2023
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 17:1-7; 1 Cor. 9:24—10:5
Joseph Continues to Show Mercy to His Brothers—Gen. 50:15-26
Jacob Blessings Before He Dies—Gen. 49:1 (2-27) 28—50:14
"Now You Are Letting Your Servant Depart in Peace" Candlemas 2022
Joseph’s Vow; Jacob Blesses Joseph’s Sons—Gen. 47:27–48:21
Jacob Settles in the Land of Goshen—Genesis 46:28—47:12
Jacob Journeys to Egypt to See Joseph—Genesis 46:1-27
"With the bright cloud, Jesus said I am here for you" Transfiguration 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 12:1-28
Transfiguration: Moses Reflects the Glory of God—Ex. 34:29-35; 2 Peter 1:16-21
Joseph Forgives His Brothers—Genesis 45:4-28
Judah Intercedes for Benjamin Before Joseph—Gen. 44:18–45:3
"The Lord Jesus... has sent me so that you may regain your sight!" Conversion of St. Paul 2023
Joseph’s Cup Is Found in Benjamin’s Sack—Genesis 44:1-17
Benjamin Returns with His Brothers to Egypt—Genesis 43:1-34
Bible Study: Ezekiel 11:14-21
"Lord, if you will, you can. Heal my daughter, and she will be healed!" Epiphany 3 2023
Joseph Feeds Brothers, Sends Them to Jacob—Gen. 42:25-38
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—2 Kings 5:1-15a; Romans 12:16-21
House Built on the Rock—Mt 7:21-29
Joseph’s Brothers Journey to Egypt to Buy Food—Gen. 42:1-24
"Christ's Suffering and Crucifixion is the Heart and Content of the Church" Confession of St. Peter 2023
Joseph Becomes the Prince of Egypt—Genesis 41:37-57
Joseph Interprets Pharaoh’s Dreams—Genesis 41:1-36
Joseph Interprets Dreams in Prison—Genesis 40:1-23
"Jesus loves weddings. He cares for marriage." Epiphany 2 2023
Bible Study: Ezekiel 10–11:1-13
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Amos 9:11-15; Romans 12:6-16
Joseph Is a Slave in Egypt—Genesis 39:1-23
Joseph’s Brothers Sell Him into Slavery—Genesis 37:1-36
"But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise" Baptism of Our Lord 2022
The Baptism of Our Lord—Matthew 3:13-17
John the Baptist Prepares the Way of the Lord—Matthew 3:1-12
The Boy Jesus in the Temple—Luke 2:41-52
"Jesus not only shows us but gives us to be most human" Epiphany 1 2023
Ezekiel 9 - January 8, 2023
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 8:6–13; Rom. 12:1–5
The Slaughter of the Holy Innocents—Mt 2:16-23
The Flight into Egypt—Matthew 2:13-15
"Not So Exotic but Rather Ordinary" The Epiphany of Our Lord (observed)
Epiphany of Our Lord—Matthew 2:1-12
Simeon & Anna Receive the Christ-child—Lk 2:25-40
Circumcision, Purification, & Presentation—Lk 2:21-24
"Yahweh has saved you; His name is Jesus" Circumcision and Name of Jesus 2022
New Year’s Eve: Isaiah 30:8–17; Romans 8:31b-39; Luke 12:35-40
The Ark of the Covenant into the Temple—1 Kings 8:6-13
David’s Son Will Build the House of the Lord—2 Samuel 7:1-16
The Holy Innocents, Martyrs: Jeremiah 31:15-17; Matthew 2:13-18
St. John, Apostle and Evangelist: 1 John 1:1—2:2; John 21:20-25
St. Stephen, Martyr: Acts 6:8—7:2a, 51-60; Matthew 23:34-39
"The glory of God has gone out into the world, dwelling among the people" Christmas Day 2022
"Jesus is given for you and for all who would believe" Christmas Midnight — December 25, 2022
"He came to save you and all His messy, mixed-up family" Christmas Eve — December 25, 2022
Christmas Eve: Old Testament and Epistles for the Feast
The Shepherds Visit Bethlehem—Luke 2:15-20
The Birth of Christ Is Announced—Luke 2:8-14
“Amen. Come now, Lord Jesus! Μαρὰν ἀθά!” Advent Midweek 4 — Wednesday, December 21, 2022
St. Thomas: The Nativity of Our Lord—Luke 2:1-7
The Funeral of Beverly C. Depies — Tuesday, December 20, 2022
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist—Luke 1:57-80
The Visitation & Magnificat—Luke 1:39-56
"A Prophet Like You... Jesus!" Advent 4 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 8 — December 18, 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Philippians 4:4-7
Christ’s Birth Is Foretold to Joseph—Matthew 1:18-25
Gabriel Appears to Zachariah—Luke 1:5-25
"Soon will come that hour!" Advent 3 Midweek - December 14, 2022
Gabriel Appears to Zachariah—Luke 1:5-25
Jacob Returns to Isaac His Father—Gen 35:16-20, 22b-29
Jacob Returns to Bethel—Genesis 35:1-15
"Everybody needs a preacher" Advent 3 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 7
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 40:1-11; 1 Cor. 4:1-5
Jacob and Esau Meet—Genesis 33:1-11
Jacob Wrestles with God—Genesis 32:22-32
"Now and here. Jesus gently led you to this place today." Advent Midweek 2 2022
Esau Comes to Meet Jacob—Genesis 32:1-21
Laban’s Covenant with Jacob—Genesis 31:43-55
Laban Pursues Jacob—Genesis 31:22-42
“Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.” - Funeral of Magdalene E. “Mickie” Trott Lochman
"Don't Be Distracted from Jesus and His Word" (Advent 2) - December 4, 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 6
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13
Jacob Flees from Laban—Genesis 31:1-21
Laban Agrees to Divide the Livestock with Jacob—Gen. 30:25-43
"It is good to begin Advent with St. Andrew’s day" Advent Midweek 1 2022
"The Promises of Jesus Give Confident Hope" - The Funeral of Willis A. Liepert - November 30, 2022
The Children of Jacob—Genesis 29:31—30:24
Jacob Marries Leah and Rachel—Gen. 29:1-30
Heaven Is Opened at Bethel—Genesis 27:46–28:22
"Everything rides on the anointed one, Jesus saving you from your sins" - Advent 1 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 23:5-8; Rom. 13:8-14
Thanksgiving Break—Philippians 4:6-20; Prov. 3:1-18
Thanksgiving Day—Luke 12:13-21; Prov. 2:1-22
"The Three Article Thanksgiving Feast" Thanksgiving Eve 2022
No School—A Canaanite Woman Prays for Her Daughter—Matthew 15:21-28
Esau Does Not Receive the Blessing—Gen. 27:30-45
Isaac Blesses Jacob—Genesis 27:1-29
"Awake, arise, and meet Jesus as He speaks His Word of Life" Trinity 27 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 5
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 65:17-25; 1 Thess. 5:1-11
Isaac and Abimelech—Genesis 26:1-11
Jacob and Esau—Esau Sells His Birthright—Genesis 25:19-34
"Jesus's Warning of the Last Day is for Catechesis" Wednesday of Trinity 26
Rebekah—Gen. 24:29 (30-31) 32-38 (39-41) 42-49 (50-57) 58-67
Abraham Sends for a Bride for Isaac—Genesis 24:1-28
Sacrifice of Isaac—Abraham’s Faith Is Revealed—Gen. 22:1-19
"Everything depends on your relationship with Jesus, what the Scripture calls faith" Trinity 26 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 4
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Daniel 7:9-14; 2 Peter 3:3-14
Isaac Is Born and Ishmael Is Cast Out—Genesis 21:1-21
Abraham and Abimelech—Genesis 20:1-18
"Living by Faith in the Promises Not Yet Seen" Wednesday of Trinity 21 2022
Sodom and Gomorrah Are Destroyed—Genesis 19:1 (2-11) 12-29
Abraham Prays for Sodom—Genesis 18:16-33
The Three Visitors—Genesis 18:1-15
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 1:1—2:3; Eph 6:10-17
Sarai’s Name Change—Genesis 17:15-27
Circumcision and Abram’s Name Change—Gen. 17:1-11 (12-14)
"Made Saints By God's Declaration" All Saints' Day (observed) 2022
Hagar and Ishmael—Genesis 16:1-16
All Saints’ Day: God’s Covenant with Abram—Promise of a Son—Gen. 15:1-6
Reformation: Abram Rescues Lot; Pays a Tithe to Melchizedek—Gen. 14:8-23
Bible Study: Ezekiel 3:1-17 - October 30, 2022
"He gives Himself entirely and thoroughly for you and your salvation" Trinity 22 2022
"I will betroth you to Me... and you shall know the Lord" Hosea 2:18-23
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 55:1-9; Ephesians 5:15-21
Paul Speaks in Athens—Acts 17:16-34
Abram and Lot—Genesis 13:1-18
"The World Hates You Because They Hate Jesus' Word" St. Simon and St.Jude 2022
The Call of Abram—Genesis 12:1-20
The Tower of Babel—Genesis 11:1-9
The Promise of the Rainbow—Gen. 9:1-17 (18-29)
“Son, be of good cheer; your sins are forgiven you" Trinity 19 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 2:1-10
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 28:10-17; Ephesians 4:22-28
The Lord Remembers Noah—Genesis 8:1-22
Rain for Forty Days and Forty Nights–Gen. 7:1-24
"God Hides Himself Under the Opposite But Gives Himself For You" Proper 24 2022
Wickedness of Man; God’s Judgment—Gen. 6:5-22
Cain Murders Abel—Gen. 4:1-18 (19-24) 25-26
The Curse of the Fall—Genesis 3:16-24
"Without Jesus, you cannot know love" Trinity 18 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 1:22ff
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Deuteronomy 10:12-21; 1 Corinthians 1:1-9
The First Promise of Salvation—Genesis 3:8-15
The Fall of Man into Sin—Genesis 3:1-8
Creation—Man and the Garden of Eden—Gen 2:8-25
Creation—The Day of Rest—Genesis 2:1-7
Creation—Days Five and Six—Genesis 1:20-31
"Is It Lawful?" Is the Wrong Question - Trinity 17 2022
Missionaries Jonathan and Carrie Federwitz
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 25:6-14; Ephesians 4:1-6
Creation—The First Four Days—Genesis 1:1-19
Jesus Takes the Place of the Guilty—Luke 23:13-25
"The Faith Needed for Vocation" Wednesday of Trinity 16 2022
God’s Wrath Is Poured Out upon Idol Worshippers—Ex. 32:15-35
The Worship of the Golden Calf—Exodus 32:1-14
God’s Law Threatens and Accuses—Ex. 20:1-6, 18-21; 31:18
"With the big-D Death defeated, the big-R Resurrection is yours!" Trinity 16 - October 2, 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel 1:1-22
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:17-24; Eph. 3:13-21
The Rich Young Ruler—Mark 10:17-31
St. Michael and All Angels: Daniel 10:10-14; 12:1-3; Revelation 12:7-12
"Let Your Holy Angel Be With me" St. Michael and All Angels (observed) 2022
Confess Christ, Take Up Your Cross, Follow Him—Mt. 10:32-39
The Fall of Man into Sin—Genesis 3:1-8
Ahab Covets Naboth’s Vineyard—1 Kings 21:1-16
"Do not worry because you are in Christ Jesus" Trinity 15 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:8-16; Galatians 5:25—6:10
Jesus Prays for His Enemies—Luke 23:33-43
Bless Those Who Curse—Matthew 5:33-45
St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist—Mt. 9:9-13
Jesus Comes to Zacchaeus’s House—Luke 19:1-10
Abram Gives Lot the Choice of the Land—Gen. 13:1-12 (13-18)
“Rise and go your way. Your faith [in Jesus] has saved you!” Trinity 14 2022
Bible Study: Ezekiel - Introduction
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 4:10-23; Galatians 5:16-24
Jesus Is Tempted by the Devil—Matthew 4:1-11
Joseph Flees from Adultery—Genesis 39:1-21 (22-23)
"When You Rise, Make the Sign of the Holy Cross" Holy Cross Day 2022
Holy Cross Day: Numbers 21:4-9; 1 Cor. 1:18-25
The Parable of the Good Samaritan—Luke 10:25-37
Cain Murders His Brother Abel—Gen 4:1-12 (13-15)
"Christ Jesus will always have compassion" Trinity 13 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—2 Chron. 28:8-15; Gal. 3:15-22
Ruth and Her Kinsman Redeemer—Ruth 1:1-19a (1:19b–3:18); 4:1-10 (11-22)
The Rebellion of Absalom—2 Samuel 15:2-15 (15:16–18:5) 18:6-15 (16-32) 18:33–19:6
"God Gives What Is Good that You Live" Wednesday of Trinity 12
Mary Sits at Jesus’ Feet—Luke 10:38-42
The Boy Jesus in the Temple—Luke 2:(40) 41-52
Do Not Worry about Your Life—Matthew 6:24-34
"He Makes the Deaf Hear and the Mute Speak" Trinity 12 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 14
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 29:17-24; 2 Cor. 3:4-11
Peter Denies His Lord—Matthew 26:69-75
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Matthew 26:36-46
"Not the fires of Hell, nor the lion's jaws, not even the Executioner's axe" Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist 2022
Daniel and the Lions’ Den—Daniel 6:1-23 (24)
The Three Men in the Fiery Furnace—Daniel 3:1-28 (29-30)
The Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist—Revelation 6:9-11; Romans 6:1-5
Bible Study: Zechariah 13
"God, be merciful to me a sinner!" Trinity 11 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Gen. 4:1-15; 1 Cor. 15:1-10
The Israelites Confess their Sins—Nehemiah 9:1-38
Ezra Reads from the Torah—Nehemiah 7:73c—8:12
Adult Catechumenate #12 - Daily Prayer & Table of Duties
Nehemiah’s Prayer—Nehemiah 1:1—2:6
The Rebuilding of the Temple—Ezra 3:1-13
The End of the Babylonian Captivity—Ezra 1:1-11
“If you had known the things that make for your peace!" Trinity 10 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 12:10ff
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 7:1-11; 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
The Parable of the Fig Tree—Luke 21:29-38
Destruction of Jerusalem and Signs of Christ’s Coming—Luke 21:20-28
"Your LORD and Mary's LORD" St. Mary, Mother of God 2022
Adult Catechumenate #11: Human Nature—Romans 1-3
St. Mary, Mother of Our Lord (celebrated)—Isaiah 61:7-11; Galatians 4:4-7
The Signs of the End—Luke 21:5-19
The Widow’s Two Mites—Luke 20:45—21:4
“That’s just the way the world works" Trinity 9 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 12:1-9
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—2 Samuel 22:26-34; 1 Cor 10:6-13
Sadducees Question Jesus About the Resurrection—Luke 20:27-44
Render to Caesar the Things That Are Caesar’s—Luke 20:20-26
"Believing with Assurance and Conviction" Wednesday of Trinity 8
Adult Catechumenate #10: The Sacrament of the Altar
The Parable of the Wicked Vinedressers—Luke 20:1-19
The Parable of the Minas—Luke 19:11-28
Jesus Comes to Zacchaeus’s House—Luke 19:1-10
“You will know them by their fruits" Trinity 8 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 11
Sunday’s OT and Second Reading—Jeremiah 23:16-29; Acts 20:27-38
Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus—Luke 18:35-43
The Rich Young Ruler—Luke 18:18-34
"Think on Things That Are Above" Wednesday of Trinity 7
The Pharisee and the Tax Collector—Luke 18:9-17
The Parable of the Persistent Widow—Luke 18:1-8
The Kingdom of God—Luke 17:20-37
"Christ is the gracious, merciful giver who is eager to help and come alongside everyone" Trinity 7 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 10
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 2:7-17; Romans 6:19-23
The Ten Lepers Are Cleansed—Luke 17:11-19
Faith as a Mustard Seed—Luke 17:1-10
"Not Lords but Servants of the Greatest Servant" St. James the Elder (observed)
Adult Catechumenate #9: Confession, Absolution, & the Office of the Keys
The Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus—Luke 16:14-31
The Parable of the Unjust Steward—Luke 16:1-13
St. James the Elder—Acts 11:27—12:5; Mark 10:35-45
"A reconciled relationship begins with reconciliation between you and God" Trinity 6 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 9:9ff
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 20:1-17; Romans 6:1-11
St. Mary Magdalene—Luke 7:36-50
The Parable of the Prodigal Son—Luke 15:11-32
"We have a new story in Jesus' New Testament" St. Mary Magdalene (observed) 2022
Adult Catechumenate #8: The Sacrament of Holy Baptism
The Parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin—Luke 15:1-10
The Parable of the Great Supper—Luke 14:15-35
A Man with Dropsy Is Healed on the Sabbath—Luke 14:1-14
"They forsook all and followed Him" Trinity 5 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 9:1-8
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 19:11-21; 1 Cor. 1:18-25
The Mustard Seed and the Leaven—Luke 13:18-35
"Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her" Wednesday of Trinity 4
A Woman Is Healed on the Sabbath—Luke 13:10-17
The Parable of the Barren Fig Tree—Luke 13:1-9
Christ Brings Division and Suffering—Luke 12:49-59
The Faithful Servant—Luke 12:35-48
"Now you see before your eyes the wood of the cross and Christ crucified upon it" Trinity 4 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 8
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 50:15-21; Romans 12:14-21
The Parable of the Rich Fool—Luke 12:13-34
Confessing Christ—Luke 12:1-12
"Mary Spoke the Word in Blessing the Spirit Was Given" The Visitation (observed) 2022
The Dinner at a Pharisee’s House—Luke 11:37-54
A House Divided Cannot Stand—Luke 11:14-36
The Lord’s Prayer & the Parable of the Friend at Midnight—Lk. 11:1-13
Bible Study: Zechariah 7
“This Man [Jesus] receives sinners and eats with them.” Trinity 3 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle: Micah 7:18-20; 1 Peter 5:6-11
Mary and Martha—Luke 10:38-42
The Parable of the Good Samaritan—Luke 10:25-37
"The Face and the Blood of Jesus" St. Peter and St. Paul 2022
Adult Catechumenate #7 - The Third Article
St. Peter and St. Paul, Apostles—Acts 15:1-21
The Seventy Return with Joy—Luke 10:17-24
The Sending Out of the Seventy—Luke 10:1-16
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 9:1-10; 1 John 3:13-18
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist—Luke 1:57-80
Follow Me—Luke 9:57-62
"Zacharias Believed and Confessed by the Spirit's Working" The Nativity of St. John the Baptist 2022
The Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven—Luke 9:46-56
A Boy Is Healed—Luke 9:37-45
The Transfiguration of Our Lord—Luke 9:28-36
"There is a great chasm between you and sin, death, and Satan" Trinity 1 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 6
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 15:1-6; 1 John 4:16-21
Peter’s Confession & Jesus’ Prediction of His Suffering—Lk. 9:18-27
The Feeding of the 5,000—Luke 9:10-17
The Sending Out of the Twelve—Luke 9:1-9
A Girl Is Raised and a Woman Is Healed—Luke 8:40-56
A Demon-Possessed Man Is Healed—Luke 8:26-39
"Believing comes by the Name doing what the Name loves to do for you" Holy Trinity 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 5
St. Barnabas, Apostle—Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3; Mark 6:7-13
Jesus Stills the Storm—Luke 8:22-25
The Parable of the Sower and the Seed—Luke 8:1-21
Adult Catechumenate #5: The Second Article
A Sinful Woman Is Forgiven—Luke 7:36-50
John the Baptist Sends Disciples to Jesus—Lk 7:18-35
Jesus Raises a Widow’s Son—Luke 7:11-17
"The Spirit never fails to return you to learn and receive what Christ has done for you" Pentecost 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 4
Sunday’s OT and Second Reading—Genesis 11:1-9; Acts 2:1-21
Jesus Heals a Centurion’s Servant—Luke 7:1-10
"The Holy Spirit Repents You" Pentecost Eve 2022
Adult Catechumenate #4: The First Article
A Disciple and His Teacher—Luke 6:39-49
Love Your Enemies—Luke 6:27-38
The Sermon on the Plain—Luke 6:20-26
Memorial Day—The Twelve Apostles—Luke 6:12-19
“These things they will do to you because they have not known the Father nor Me” Exaudi 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 3
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 36:22-28; 1 Peter 4:7-14
Jesus Is Lord of the Sabbath—Luke 6:1-11
"A Great Milestone in the History of the World... But Not the Last" Ascension Day (observed) 2022
Adult Catechumenate #4: The Law
Matthew the Tax Collector—Luke 5:27-32
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralytic—Luke 5:17-26
Jesus Cleanses a Leper—Luke 5:12-16
"God’s Word promises to give, sustain, preserve, and deliver your faith" Rogate 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Numbers 21:4-9; James 1:22-27
Jesus Calls Fishers of Men—Luke 5:1-11
The Signs of the Messiah—Luke 4:31-44
"When Jesus Prays for You, He Gives You His Promises" - Wednesday of Easter 5 - May 18, 2022
Adult Catechumenate #3: The Divine Service
Jesus Is Rejected in Nazareth—Luke 4:16-30
The Temptation of Our Lord—Luke 4:1-15
The Baptism and Genealogy of Jesus—Luke 3:(1-20) 21-38
"Whatever God gives is a good gift from Him because His word of truth says so" Cantate 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 1:18—2:13
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 12:1-6; James 1:16-21
The Life of the Church—Acts 2:37-47
Peter Calls the Church to Repentance—Acts 2:22-36
Peter’s Sermon on the Prophet Joel—Acts 2:14-21
The Feast of Pentecost—Acts 2:1-13
Matthias Is Chosen to Fill Judas’s Office—Acts 1:12-26
"Jesus points His disciples forward to that death as a birth of new life" Jubilate 2022
Bible Study: Zechariah 1:7-18
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Lamentations 3:22-33; 1 Peter 2:11-20
The Ascension of Our Lord—Acts 1:1-14
Jesus Opens the Scriptures to the Disciples—Luke 24:44-53
"Every Saint of God Belongs in His Holy Temple" St. Philip and St. James 2022
Adult Catechumenate #2: The Sole Rule for Faith and Life - May 4, 2022
The Great Commission—Matthew 28:16-20
Jesus Restores Peter—John 21:15-25
Jesus Eats Breakfast by the Sea of Tiberias—John 21:1-14
"You have a good shepherd Jesus who has more for you" Misericordia Domini 2022
Bible Study: Introduction to Zechariah
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 34:11-16; 1 Peter 2:21-25
Jesus Ordains the Apostles—John 20:19-31
Jesus Eats Broiled Fish in the Upper Room—Luke 24:33-49
"The Signs that Accompany Baptism" St. Mark 2022
Jesus Is Revealed in the Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:28-35
The Disciples on the Road to Emmaus—Lk 24:13-27
The Resurrection of Our Lord—Luke 24:1-12; St Mark, Evangelist—Mark 16:14-20
"You are forgiven! Peace Be With You!" Quasimodo Geniti 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Ezekiel 37:1-14; 1 John 5:4-10
The Song of Moses—Exodus 15:1-18
Jesus Reinstates Peter—John 21:15-25
“Why do you seek the living among the dead?" Easter Wednesday 2022
The Resurrection Catch—John 21:1-14
The Breaking of the Bread—Luke 24:36-49
The Emmaus’ Disciples—Luke 24:13-35
"Have all of Jesus" - The Resurrection of Our Lord - April 17, 2022
"The Vigil unto life that gives hope" - The Great Vigil of Easter 2022
Holy Saturday—1 Peter 3:17-22; Matthew 27:57-66
“Free among the dead" Good Friday Tenebrœ 2022
"A clean conscience is yours!" Good Friday Chief Service 2022
"When you listen to the Words of Institution, listen real close" Holy Thursday 2022
Jesus’ Death and Burial—Jn 19:25-42
Passion: Jesus Is Crucified—John 19:1-24
Passion: Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—Jn 18:28-40
Passion: Jesus’ Betrayal and Arrest—John 18:1-27
Bible Study: The Purpose of Hymns
“His disciples did not understand these things at first" Palmarum 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Zechariah 9:9-12; Philippians 2:5-11
Passion: A New Commandment Is Given—John 13:21-38
Passion: Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet—John 13:1-20
"Naming our enemies as we pray against them" Lent 5 Midweek 2022
Passion: The Preparation of the Passover—John 12:12-26
Passion: Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—John 12:1-11
Passion: Jesus’ Death and Burial—Luke 23:39-56
"The Gospel is the power of God that saves all who believe in Him" Judica 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 22:1-14; Hebrews 9:11-15
The King of the Jews Is Mocked—Luke 23:13-38
Before Pontius Pilate and King Herod—Lk. 23:1-12
"Restore us, O God of hosts; Cause Your face to shine, And we shall be saved!” Lent 4 Midweek 2022
Pray the Lord to Send Laborers—Matt 9:35-39
Jesus Before the Sanhedrin—Luke 22:63-71
Peter Denies His Lord—Luke 22:54-62
"On the mountain, Jesus has gathered His church" Laetare 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 49:8-13; Galatians 4:21-31
Passion: Jesus’ Arrest—Luke 22:47-55 ; Annunciation of Our Lord—Luke 1:26-38
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Luke 22:31-46
"The deliberate vigil of a man who is fighting sleep" Lent 3 Midweek 2022
MIDWEEK: Daniel and the Lions’ Den—Daniel 6:1-23
Jesus Celebrates the Passover—Luke 22:14-30
The Preparation of the Passover—Luke 22:1-13
The Bible Study - The Creed: Same Saying
"A real battle, not some pre-modern myth" Oculi 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 26:1-15; Ephesians 5:1-9
The Plot to Kill Jesus—John 11:45-57
Lazarus Is Raised from the Dead—John 11:38-44
"The Light of the World who rescues us from the chaos, the darkness, the void" Lent 2 Midweek 2022
Abraham Prays for Sodom—Genesis 18:23-32
Jesus Is the Resurrection and the Life—John 11:17-37
The Death of Lazarus—John 11:1-16
"Jesus speaking and you listening is not child’s play" Reminiscere 2022
Bible Study - The Creed: The Holy Trinity
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 32:22-32; Romans 5:1-5
Pharisees Excommunicate the Healed Man—John 9:13-34
A Man Born Blind Receives His Sight—John 9:1-12
"The prayer of an individual or a people, sorely tried concerning the faith" Lent Midweek 1 2022
The Parable of the Persistent Widow—Luke 18:1-8
The Woman Caught in Adultery—John 7:53—8:12
The Promise of the Holy Spirit—John 7:37-52
The Nicene Creed: Our Confession before Men
"The Holy Spirit leads you or even drives you to gather today" Invocavit 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 3:1-21; Hebrews 4:14-16
Daniel’s Prayer—Daniel 9:1-6, 17-27
Daniel’s Dream of the Four Beasts—Daniel 7:1-28
"Before you lament in faith, confess!" Ash Wednesday 2022
Nehemiah’s Prayer—Nehemiah 1:1—2:6
Daniel and the Lions’ Den—Daniel 6:1-23
King Belshazzar and the Handwriting on the Wall—Daniel 5:1-30
The Divine Service: The Holy Gospel - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John
"First comes the Word, and we see through hearing" Quinquagesima 2022
The Humbling of Nebuchadnezzar—Daniel 4:1-37
The Three Men in the Fiery Furnace—Daniel 3:1-28
"Mostly Unknown and That's a Good Thing" St. Matthias, Apostle 2022
Daniel Interprets King Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream—Daniel 2:24-49
King Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream—Daniel 2:1-23
Daniel and His Three Friends Are Taken to Babylon—Daniel 1:1-21
"Jesus never stops sowing His sweet Word of forgiveness" Sexagesima 2022
The Divine Service: Alleluia and Epistle
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 55:10-13; Hebrews 4:9-13
Ezekiel - Outline and Theological Emphases
Ezekiel Is Called Prophet to an Exiled People—Ez. 2:1—3:3
"Chief of Sinners Who Was Lost is Found" Conversion of St. Paul 2022
Ezekiel’s Vision—Ezekiel 1:1-28
The Fall of Judah to Babylon—Jeremiah 39:1-18
The Fall of Judah to Babylon—2 Chron. 36:11-21
"The reward of grace, a pure gift" Septuagesima 2022
The Bible Study - The Epistle
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 17:1-7; 1 Cor. 9:24—10:5
The Fall of Jerusalem—2 Kings 25:1-21
Jeremiah Is Thrown into a Cistern—Jeremiah 38:1-28
"The Pastor as Shepherd, Example, and Confessing Sinner" St. Timothy 2022
Jeremiah Is Put into Prison—Jeremiah 37:1-21
King Josiah Celebrates the Passover—2 Chr 35:1-27
King Josiah Restores the Worship—2 Chr 34:29-33
The Divine Service: The Prophets according to Acts 3
"No one but Jesus only" Transfiguration 2022
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Exodus 3:1-14; 2 Peter 1:16-21
Jeremiah the Priest Is Called to Be a Prophet—Jeremiah 1:1-19
King Josiah of Judah—2 Chronicles 34:1-28
"You are Purified and Presented in, through, and by Jesus" Candlemas 2022
King Manasseh of Judah—2 Chronicles 33:1-20
King Hezekiah Receives Envoys from Babylon—2 Kings 20:12-21
King Hezekiah’s Life Is Extended—2 Kings 20:1-11
“Awake! Why do You sleep, O Lord? Arise!" (Epiphany 4) - January 30, 2022
The Divine Service: The Law
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jonah 1:1-17; Romans 8:18-23
The Destruction of Sennacherib’s Army—2 Chr 32:1-23
Hezekiah Celebrates the Passover—2 Chronicles 30:1—31:1
"Jesus Brings Order to the Chaos of the World" St. Titus, Pastor and Confessor 2022
Hezekiah Purifies the Temple—2 Chronicles 28:22—29:36
King Hezekiah of Judah—2 Kings 18:1-8 ; Conversion of St Paul—Acts 9:1-22
Isaiah Is Called to Preach in Israel and Judah—Isaiah 6:1-13; St Timothy, Pastor—Acts 16:1-5
"God has ordered all things in heaven and earth for your faith and life" Epiphany 3 2022
The Divine Service: The Old Testament
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—2 Kings 5:1-15a; Romans 12:16-21
Daily Prayer: The Sacrament of Holy Baptism
"You are the Christ! But which Christ?" The Confession of St. Peter (observed)
King Uzziah of Judah—2 Chron. 26:1-5, 16-23
Israel Is Carried Away by the Assyrians—2 Kings 17:5-18 (19-41)
The Death of Elisha—2 Kings 13:10-25
Joash Repairs the Temple—2 Kings 12:1-16
"Marriage and family with Christ at its center" (Epiphany 2) - Sunday, January 16, 2022
Bible Study: The Divine Service - The Collect
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Amos 9:11-15; Romans 12:6-16
Athaliah and Joash—2 Kings 11:1-21
The Destruction of Ahab’s House & the Prophets of Baal– 2 Kgs 10:1-36
Jehu, the Avenger of Blood—2 Kings 9:1-37
Famine in Besieged Samaria—2 Kings 6:24–7:20
The Boy Jesus in the Temple—Luke 2:41-52
“The Lord is in His holy temple!” Epiphany 1 2022
Bible Study: The Divine Service - The Saluation
Prepare for the First Sunday after Epiphany—Isaiah 42:1-7; 1 Cor 1:26-31
The Slaughter of the Holy Innocents—Matthew 2:16-23
"Arise! Shine! For Your Light Has Come!" Epiphany of Our Lord (observed) 2022
The Flight into Egypt—Matthew 2:13-15
The Epiphany of Our Lord—Matthew 2:1-12
Simeon and Anna Receive the Christ-child—Luke 2:25-40
Circumcision, Purification of Mary, and Presentation—Luke 2:21-24
"Nothing stands now between you and your loving Friend" Christmas 2 2022
Bible Study: Gloria in Excelsis (2)
The Circumcision of Our Lord: Luke 2:21
New Year’s Eve: Luke 12:35-40
No School - The Ark of the Covenant into the Temple—1 Kings 8:6-13
"Returning and Rest is Your Salvation" New Years' Eve (observed) 2021
“Do Not Be Afraid to Go to Egypt”—Genesis 46:1-7
The Holy Innocents, Martyrs: Matthew 2:13-18
"Wide Open Stand the Gates!" St. Stephen, Protomartyr
St. John, Apostle and Evangelist: John 21:20-25
"And It Happened!" Christmas Day 2021
"God has given us a future in the Mystery of the Incarnation" Christmas Midnight 2021
"Jesus comes to save a world that's dark, lost, and hopeless" Christmas Eve 2021
The Birth of Christ is Foretold to Joseph—Matthew 1:18-25
Prayer for God’s Final Judgment—2 Thess. 1:3-12
St. Thomas, Apostle: John 20:24-29
The Annunciation—Luke 1:26-38
"Like John, the preacher points to Christ in the manager" Advent 4 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Philippians 4:4-7
The Shepherds Visit Bethlehem—Luke 2:15-20
The Birth of Christ Is Announced to Shepherds—Luke 2:8-14
"Love your neighbor and hate your enemy?" Advent 3 Midweek 2021
Raised at Christ’s Coming—1 Thess. 4:13-18; John 11:21-27
The Nativity of Our Lord—Luke 2:1-7
Christ’s Birth Is Foretold to Joseph—Matthew 1:18-25
"Jesus comes to make Himself yours with his Word and gifts" Advent 3 2021
The Divine Service: Kyrie
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 40:1-11; 1 Corinthians 4:1-5
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist—Luke 1:56-80
The Visitation—Luke 1:39-56
"Watch and Pray for His Coming" Advent Midweek 2 2021
Watch and Pray for His Coming—Mt. 24:4-14, 36-44
The Annunciation of Our Lord—Luke 1:26-38
Gabriel Appears to Zachariah—Luke 1:5-25
"The coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord" Advent 2 2021
Bible Class: The Introit
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Malachi 4:1-6; Romans 15:4-13
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane—Matthew 26:36-45
"God does not and will not abandon His people" Advent Midweek 1 2021
Watch and Pray—Luke 21:25-36
The Stilling of the Storm—Mark 4:35-41
Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer—John 17:1-26
Jesus Teaches Us to Pray in the Sermon on the Mount—Mt. 6:5-15
Holy Absolution – I Forgive You Your Sins
“Behold, the days are coming that I will raise to David a Branch of righteousness" Advent 1 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Jeremiah 23:5-8; Romans 13:8-14
Thanksgiving Break—Philippians 4:6-20; Proverbs 3:1-18
"One's Life Consists in the Abundance of Christ" - Thanksgiving Day 2021
A Canaanite Woman Prays for Her Daughter—Matthew 15:21-28
The Centurion Prays to Jesus for His Servant—Mt 8:5-13
Jesus Teaches His Disciples to Pray—Luke 11:1-13
"Wake up! Here is the bridegroom!" Trinity 27 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 65:17-25; 1 Thess. 5:1-11
Elisha Escapes the Arameans—2 Kings 6:8-23
Elisha and the Floating Axehead—2 Kings 6:1-7
"I am He who comforts you. Who are you that you should be afraid?" Wednesday of Trinity 26
Elisha Feeds His People—2 Kings 4:38-44
Elisha Raises the Shunammite’s Son—2 Kings 4:8-37
Holy Absolution—In the Stead and By the Command
Elisha and the Widow’s Oil—2 Kings 4:1-7
"The Least of the Brethren" Trinity 26 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Daniel 7:9-14; 2 Peter 3:3-14
Elisha and the Water from Edom—2 Kings 3:1-27
Elisha Performs Miracles—2 Kings 2:19-25
"Jesus Overcomes the Abomination of Desolation" Wednesday of Trinity 25
Elijah Ascends to Heaven—2 Kings 2:1-15
"Our Faith in Christ Prepares Us for the End" (Trinity 25) - November 7, 2021
Commemoration of Martin Chemnitz, Pastor and Confessor
Commemoration of Johannes von Staupitz, Luther's Father Confessor
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Job 14:1-6; 1 Thess. 4:13-18
The LORD Condemns Ahab—1 Kings 21:17-29
Naboth’s Vineyard—1 Kings 21:1-16
"Blessed are You His Saints" All Saints' Day (observed) 2021
The LORD’S Revelation to Elijah—1 Kings 19:9b-21
The Drought Ends and Elijah Escapes Jezebel—1 Kings 18:41–19:9a
The LORD’S Victory on Mount Carmel—1 Kings 18:20-40
"Cast off whatever gets in the way of faith in Jesus" Reformation 2021
Sunday’s First Reading and Epistle—Revelation 14:6-7; Romans 3:19-28
Elijah’s Message to Ahab—1 Kings 18:1-19
Elijah Goes to the Widow of Zarephath—1 Kings 17:8-24
"Love, Word, and Rejection" St. Simon and St. Jude 2021
King Ahab and the Drought—1 Kings 16:29–17:7
The House of Rehoboam—1 Kings 14:21-31
The House of Jeroboam—1 Kings 14:1-20
The Confession of Sins—Thoughts, Words, and Deeds
“We do not wrestle against flesh and blood" Trinity 21 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 1:1—2:3; Ephesians 6:10-17
Jeroboam and the Golden Calves—1 Kings 12:20-33
Solomon’s Death & the Revolt Against Rehoboam–1 Kgs 11:41–12:19
"Reconciled in the Blood of Jesus" - St. James the Just, Brother of Jesus and Martyr (observed) 2021
Solomon’s Heart Turns from the LORD—1 Kings 11:1-13
The Queen of Sheba and Solomon’s Wealth—1 Kings 10:1-13
God’s Word to Solomon—1 Kings 9:1-9
"Shaped with purpose" - CONCORDIA SUNDAY, October 17, 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Isaiah 55:1-9; Ephesians 5:15-21
Fall Break: 2 Timothy 4:5-18
Fall Break: Proverbs 1:20-33
"You had one job! Heal the Sick in the Forgiveness of Sins" - The Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist (observed) 2021
Solomon’s Prayer at the Temple —1 Kings 8:22-40
The Ark of the Covenant Is Brought Into the Temple —1 Kings 8:1-21
Solomon Builds the Temple—1 Kings 6:1, 7, 11-30
"Forgiveness and life are intertwined" Trinity 19 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Genesis 28:10-17; Ephesians 4:22-28
Solomon Prepares to Build the Temple—1 Ki 5:1-18
Solomon’s Kingdom—1 Kings 4:1, 20-34
Solomon’s Wise Judgment—1 Kings 3:16-28
Solomon Prays for Wisdom—1 Kings 3:1-15
David Appoints Solomon —1 Kings 1:1 (2-27) 28-35
"Baptizing and Teaching In Spanish to Sheboygan County" Matthew 28:16-20
Bible Study: Calling on the Name of the Lord Today
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Deuteronomy 10:12-21; 1 Cor 1:1-9
David’s Sacrifice—1 Chronicles 21:1—22:1
"Surely I am with you always to the very end of the age" - Funeral of Kay R. Winter
Absalom’s Defeat and Death—2 Sam 18:1, 5-18, 31—19:6
"War is Hell" St. Michael and All Angels 2021
Absalom Dishonors His Father by Treason—2 Sam 15:1-15
David’s Son Dies and Solomon Is Born—2 Samuel 12:16-25
The Prophet Nathan Confronts David —2 Sam 11:26–12:15
"Submitting with Humility" Trinity 17 - September 26, 2021
Bible Study: Calling on the Name of the Lord—The Lord gives us His Name to Call Upon
"I desire mercy and not sacrifice" St. Matthew 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Proverbs 25:6-14; Ephesians 4:1-6
David and Bathsheba—2 Samuel 11:1-17, 22-25
David Shows Kindness to Mephibosheth—2 Samuel 9:1-13
David’s Thanksgiving to God—2 Samuel 7:18-29
God’s Covenant with David—2 Samuel 7:1-17
"The only way to live content is to live in faith in Jesus" Trinity 16 2021
The Ark Is Brought to Jerusalem—2 Samuel 6:1-19
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:17-24; Ephesians 3:13-21
David Reigns over All Israel—2 Sam 5:1-5 (6-8) 9-10 (11-25)
David Mourns the Death of Saul—2 Sam 1:1-16 (17-27)
"In the morning when you get up, make the sign of the holy cross" - Holy Cross Day (observed) 2021
The Tragic Death of King Saul—1 Samuel 31:1-13
Saul Seeks Counsel from a Medium—1 Samuel 28:3-25
David Spares Saul’s Life a Second Time—1 Sam 26:1-25
"Jesus is your past and He has promised you your future" Trinity 15 2021
Calling on the Name of the Lord — The Family of Seth
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—1 Kings 17:8-16; Galatians 5:25—6:10
“Ask, and it will be given to you" Funeral of Janis Myra Liepert
David and Abigail—1 Samuel 25:2-44
David Spares Saul’s Life—1 Samuel 24:1–25:1
David Hides in the Wilderness—1 Samuel 23:14-29
David Saves the City of Keilah—1 Samuel 23:1-13
Labor Day: Proverbs 1:1-19
Military Metaphors for Christianity—Ephesians 6:10-20
"Hear, my son... I have taught you in the way of wisdom" Trinity 14 2021
Sunday’s OT and Epistle—Prov. 4:10-23; Gal. 5:16-24
Saul Murders the Priests of Nob—1 Samuel 22:3-23
David Flees from Saul—1 Samuel 21:1—22:2
Jonathan Keeps His Promise to David—1 Samuel 20:24-42
Jonathan Befriends David—1 Samuel 20:1-23
Saul Persecutes David—1 Samuel 19:1-18 (19-24)
"I will speak of Your testimonies also before kings, And will not be ashamed" Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist
Military Metaphors for Christianity - 2 These 3:11-14; Gal 1:6 / 1 Timothy 4:1 / 2 Timothy 4:3-4
A Blind Man Is Healed at Bethsaida—Mark 8:22-26
The Pharisees Seek a Sign—Mark 8:11-21
The Feeding of the 4,000—Mark 8:1-10
Jesus Heals a Deaf Mute—Mark 7:31-37
A Canaanite Woman Trusts Jesus’ Word—Mark 7:24-30
"Jesus is still going about this world speaking that word, Ephphatha!” Trinity 12 — August 22, 2021
Out of Man’s Heart Proceed Evil Thoughts—Mark 7:1-23
Military Metaphors for Christianity: 1 Corinthians 14:8; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-14
Jesus Walks on the Water—Mark 6:45-56
The Feeding of the 5,000—Mark 6:30-44
John the Baptist Is Beheaded—Mark 6:14-29
Jesus Is Rejected at Nazareth—Mark 6:1-13
A Girl Is Raised and a Woman Is Healed—Mark 5:21-43
A Demon-Possessed Man Is Healed—Mark 5:1-20
"He who is mighty has done great things for me!" St. Mary, Mother of God - August 15, 2021
Military Metaphors for Christianity: 2 Timothy 2:3-4 & Galatians 6:17
Jesus Stills the Storm—Mark 4:35-41
Jesus Tells Parables of the Kingdom of God—Mark 4:21-34
The Parable of the Sower and the Seed—Mark 4:1-20
The Twelve Apostles—Mark 3:13-35
Healing on the Sabbath—Mark 3:1-12
Fasting and the Sabbath—Mark 2:18-28
"The Things that Make For Your Peace" Trinity 10 - August 8, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews 13:18ff & Conclusion
Matthew the Tax Collector—Mark 2:13-17
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralytic—Mark 2:1-12
Jesus Preaches in Galilee and Cleanses a Leper—Mark 1:35-45
The Signs of the Messiah—Mark 1:21-34
Jesus Begins His Public Ministry—Mark 1:14-20
The Beginning of the Gospel according to St. Mark—Mark 1:1-13
"The injustice of your world is the example of God’s mercy" (Trinity 9) - August 1, 2021
Paul’s Ministry at Rome—Acts 28:11-31
Paul Is Shipwrecked on the Island of Malta—Acts 27:39—28:10
Paul’s Ship Is Caught in Violent Seas—Acts 27:13-38
Paul’s Voyage to Rome Begins—Acts 27:1-12
Paul Concludes His Testimony to King Agrippa—Acts 26:12-32
Paul Appears Before King Agrippa—Acts 25:13—26:11
"Jesus never gives any two of us the same" St. James the Elder 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews 13:6-17
Paul Appeals to Caesar—Acts 24:24—25:12
Paul Appears Before Felix the Governor—Acts 24:1-23
The Plot Against Paul—Acts 23:11-35; St. Mary Magdalene—John 20:1-2, 10-18
Paul Appears Before the Sanhedrin—Acts 22:30—23:10
Paul Is Protected as a Roman Citizen—Acts 22:17-29
Paul Preaches to the Mob—Acts 21:37—22:16
"I have compassion on the multitude!" Trinity 7 - July 18, 2021
Paul Is Arrested in the Temple—Acts 21:18-36
Paul Returns to Jerusalem—Acts 21:1-17
Paul Preaches Farewell to the Ephesian Elders—Acts 20:17-38
Eutychus Falls from a Window at Troas—Acts 20:1-16
The Riot at Ephesus—Acts 19:21-41
The Miracles Worked by Paul—Acts 19:11-20
"Jesus by His Word is accomplishing a wholesale, complete transformation of you" Trinity 6 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews 12:18-29
Paul’s Third Missionary Journey Begins—Acts 18:23—19:10
The Ministry of Paul in Corinth—Acts 18:1-22
Paul Preaches in the Areopagus of Athens—Acts 17:16-34
Paul Preaches in the Synagogues at Thessalonica & Berea—Acts 17:1-15
Paul, the Roman Citizen, Leaves Philippi—Acts 16:35-40
Paul and Silas Are Imprisoned at Philippi—Acts 16:16-34
"Jesus is preserving you and all his 'fish' in His Word" - Trinity 5 2021
Paul’s Second Missionary Journey Begins—Acts 15:36—16:15
The Decree of the Jerusalem Council—Acts 15:22-35
The Jerusalem Council—Acts 15:1-21
Paul and Barnabas Are Mistaken for Greek Gods—Acts 14:8-28
Paul and Barnabas Preach in Iconium—Acts 13:42—14:7
Paul Preaches in the Synagogue of Antioch in Pisidia—Acts 13:13-42
Saul and Barnabas Begin First Missionary Journey—Acts 12:25—13:12
Herod Beheads James and the Lord Delivers Peter—Acts 12:1-24
Barnabas and Saul Are Sent to Antioch—Acts 11:19-30
Peter Defends Preaching to the Gentiles—Acts 11:1-18
Peter Preaches to Cornelius—Acts 10:24-48
Peter’s Vision—Acts 10:1-23
"Only your long-suffering, patient, loving Father in heaven can do" Trinity 3 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 12:7-17
Peter Heals Aeneas and Raises Tabitha—Acts 9:32-43
The Lord Delivers Saul from Death—Acts 9:23-31
The Baptism of Saul—Acts 9:10-22
The Lord Calls Saul on the Road to Damascus—Acts 9:1-9
Philip Baptizes the Ethiopian Eunuch—Acts 8:26-40
The Sin of Simon the Sorcerer—Acts 8:14-25
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 12:1-6
"There’s a problem with the Great Supper of Lamb" Trinity 2 2021
The Ministry of Philip—Acts 8:1-13
The Martyrdom of Stephen—The Congregation at Prayer for June 11, 2021
Stephen Bears Witness Before the Sanhedrin—The Congregation at Prayer for June 10, 2021
Stephen Is Accused of Blasphemy—The Congregation at Prayer for June 9, 2021
The Choosing of the Seven—The Congregation at Prayer for June 8, 2021
An Angel Frees the Apostles from Prison—The Congregation at Prayer for June 7, 2021
"Only Jesus can save him from his consumed consumer life" Trinity 1 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 11:32-40
Ananias & Sapphira Lie—The Congregation at Prayer for June 5, 2021
Peter & John Give Thanks Persecution—The Congregation at Prayer for June 4, 2021
Peter and John Are Arrested—The Congregation at Prayer for June 3, 2021
Peter Preaches in the Temple—The Congregation at the Prayer for June 2, 2021
Peter and John Heal the Lame Man—The Congregation at Prayer for June 1, 2021
The Life of the Church—The Congregation at Prayer for May 31, 2021
"All of God's love and life opened up to Nicodemus as gift" Holy Trinity 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 11:20-31
The Call of Isaiah—The Congregation at Prayer for May 29, 2021
Peter Calls the Church to Repentance—The Congregation at Prayer for May 28, 2021
Peter’s Sermon on the Prophet Joel—The Congregation at the Prayer for May 27, 2021
The Feast of Pentecost—The Congregation at Prayer for May 26, 2021
Matthias is Chosen to Fill Judas’s Office—The Congregation at Prayer for May 25, 2021
The Ascension of Our Lord—The Congregation at Prayer for May 24, 2021
"Christianity is a concrete and real religion" Pentecost 2021
The Tower of Babel—The Congregation at Prayer for May 22, 2021
David Journeys to the Battlefield—The Congregation at Prayer for May 21, 2021
Goliath the Philistine Giant—The Congregation at Prayer for May 20, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 11:1-19
David Plays the Harp for Saul—The Congregation at Prayer for May 19, 2021
David Is Anointed King—The Congregation at Prayer for May 18, 2021
Saul Is Rejected by the Lord—The Congregation at Prayer for May 17, 2021
“Do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial" Exaudi 2021
Bible Study: The Gospel of John Chapter 21:15ff
The Nations Will Know the Lord—The Congregation at Prayer for May 15, 2021
Jesus Opens the Scriptures to the Disciples—The Congregation at Prayer for May 14, 2021
The Command to Preach the Gospel—The Congregation at Prayer for May 13, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 10:26-39
The Great Commission—The Congregation at Prayer for May 12, 2021
Saul’s Wars and His Unfaithfulness—The Congregation at Prayer for May 11, 2021
Saul’s Unlawful Sacrifice—The Congregation at Prayer for May 10, 2021
“Whatever” things should we ask “in Jesus’ Name?” Rogate 2021
Bible Study: The Gospel of John Chapter 20:30—21:14
Prepare for the Sunday of Christian Prayer - The Congregation at Prayer for May 8, 2021
Samuel’s Address at Saul’s Coronation—The Congregation at Prayer for May 7, 2021
Saul Saves Jabesh Gilead—The Congregation at Prayer for May 6, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 10:19-25
Saul Is Proclaimed King—The Congregation at Prayer for May 5, 2021
Saul Is Anointed King—The Congregation at Prayer for May 4, 2021
Saul Is Chosen to Be King—The Congregation at Prayer for May 3, 2021
"The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?” Cantate 2021
Bible Study: The Gospel of John Chapter 20:19-31
St. Philip and St. James, Apostles—The Congregation at Prayer for May 1, 2021
Israel Demands a King—The Congregation at Prayer for April 30, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 10:1-18
Samuel Judges Israel—The Congregation at Prayer for April 29, 2021
The Ark of the Covenant Is Returned to Israel—Ther Congregation at Prayer for April 28, 2021
The Ark Brings Judgment upon the Philistines—The Congregation at Prayer for April 27, 2021
The Ark of the Covenant Is Captured—The Congregation at Prayer for April 26, 2021
"The older, better, brighter Christian faith and love" Jubilate 2021
Bible Study: The Gospel of John Chapter 20:1-19
Preparing for Jubilate Sunday - The Congregation at Prayer for April 24, 2021
The Lord Calls to the Boy Samuel—The Congregation at Prayer for April 23, 2021
The Song of Hannah—The Congregation at Prayer for April 22, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 9:15-28
The Prophet Samuel Is Born—The Congregation at Prayer for April 21, 2021
Jesus Restores Peter—The Congregation at Prayer for April 20, 2021
Jesus Eats Breakfast by the Sea of Tiberias—The Congregation at Prayer for April 19, 2021
“There will be one flock, one shepherd” Misericordias Domini 2021
I Will Search for My Sheep—The Congregation at Prayer for April 17, 2021
Jesus Ordains the Apostles—The Congregation at Prayer for April 16, 2021
Jesus’ Side Is Pierced—The Congregation at Prayer for April 15, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Chapter 9:1-14
Jesus Is Crucified—The Congregation at Prayer for April 14, 2021
Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—The Congregation at Prayer for April 13, 2021
Jesus’ Betrayal and Arrest—The Congregation at Prayer for April 12, 2021
"Do not be unbelieving, but believing" Quasimodo Geneti 2021
The Valley of the Dry Bones—The Congregation at Prayer for April 10, 2021
The Song of Moses—The Congregation at Prayer for April 9, 2021
Jesus Reinstates Peter—The Congregation at Prayer for April 8, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews -- Excursus: Sacrifice of the Mass
Easter Wed: The Resurrection Catch—The Congregation at Prayer for April 7, 2021
Easter Tuesday: Jesus Eats Broiled Fish in the Upper Room—The Congregation at Prayer for April 6, 2021
Easter Monday: The Emmaus’ Disciples—The Congregation at Prayer for April 5, 2021
"The stone is rolled away" Easter 2021
"Easter is the eighth day, the beginning of a new week and our new life with Christ" - Easter Vigil 2021
Holy Saturday: Daniel Is Cast into the Den of Lions—Daniel 6:1-24
"Jesus’ universal forgiveness transforms us from being murders into being forgivers" Good Friday Tenebrae Vespers 2021
"Blood and Water" Good Friday Chief Service 2021
Good Friday: Passion According to St. John 15-17 - The Congregation at Prayer for April 2, 2021
"Love and the Sacrament" Maundy Thursday 2021
Holy Thursday: Passion According to St. John 13-14
Holy Tuesday: Passion According to St. John
Holy Monday: Passion According to St. Mark
"Bless Him and give Him thanks for all that He has done" Palmarum 2021
Bible Study: The Liturgies of Holy Week
Prepare for Palmarum: The Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem—The Congregation at Prayer for March 27, 2021
A New Commandment Is Given—The Congregation at Prayer for March 26, 2021
"The love of Christ is stronger than the hatred of the world" Lent Midweek 5 2021
Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet—The Congregation at Prayer for March 25, 2021
Sanhedrin Murders Stephen—The Congregation at Prayer for March 24, 2021
Palm Sunday—The Congregation at Prayer for March 23, 2021
Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—The Congregation at Prayer for March 22, 2021
"Abraham has rejoiced to see Christ’s eternal day" Judica 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John Chapter 19:28-42
The Sacrifice of Isaac—The Congregation at Prayer for March 20, 2021
Jesus’ Death and Burial—The Congregation at Prayer for March 19, 2021
The King of the Jews Is Mocked—The Congregation at Prayer for March 18, 2021
"God has given you the same Spirit that He gave to Stephen" Lent Midweek 4 2021
Herod Antipas Murders John the Baptist—The Congregation at Prayer for March 17, 2021
Jesus Faces Pontius Pilate—The Congregation at Prayer for March 16, 2021
Jesus Faces the Sanhedrin—The Congregation at Prayer for March 15, 2021
"Jesus is our light and life, which no virus can overcome" Laetare 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John Chapter 19:16b-27
Many Shall Come from Afar—The Congregation at Prayer for March 13, 2021
Jesus Prays in the Garden of Gethsemane–The Congregation at Prayer for March 12, 2021
Jesus Celebrates the Passover—The Congregation at Prayer for March 11, 2021
"Your life points to the Lamb of God who forgives you and gives you peace" Lent Midweek 3 2021
Midweek: Herod Murders Children—The Congregation at Prayer for March 10, 2021
Jesus Is Anointed at Bethany—The Congregation at Prayer for March 9, 2021
Palm Sunday—The Congregation at Prayer for March 8, 2021
"The light of Jesus forgiving your sins is the best cure" Oculi 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 18:28ff - Trial before Pilate (more)
The Word Is Preached to Call to Repentance—The Congregation at Prayer for March 6, 2021
Jesus Is Rejected by His Own—The Congregation at Prayer for March 5, 2021
Jesus Is the Bread from Heaven—The Congregation at Prayer for February 4, 2021
“Don’t shoot the messenger” - Lent Midweek 2 2021
Midweek: Ahab Murders Naboth—The Congregation at Prayer for March 3, 2021
The Feeding of the Five Thousand—The Congregation at Prayer for March 2, 2021
People Crave Meat—The Congregation at Prayer for March 1, 2021
"Anything that is not Jesus is not God, and therefore cannot give you true life" Reminiscere 2021
Jacob Wrestles with the Lord—The Congregation at Prayer for February 27, 2021
Touching the Hem of His Garment—The Congregation at Prayer for February 26, 2021
The Golden Calf—The Congregation at Prayer for February 25, 2021
"Samson is an odd choice for a martyr" - Lent Midweek 1 - February 24, 2021
St. Matthias, Apostle—The Congregation at Prayer for February 24, 2021
The Water from Rock—The Congregation at Prayer for February 23, 2021
The Bread from Heaven—The Congregation at Prayer for February 22, 2021
"Baptism, temptation, and cross all go together" Invocavit 2021
The Fall into Sin—The Congregation at Prayer for February 21, 2021
Love for the Brother—The Congregation at Prayer for February 19, 2021
"Jesus’ blood cries out for forgiveness" - Ash Wednesday 2021
The Wedding in Cana of Galilee—The Congregation at Prayer for February 18, 2021
The Passover—The Congregation at Prayer for February 17, 2021
Man Eats the Forbidden Fruit—The Congregation at Prayer for February 16, 2021
The Tree of Knowledge and the Tree of Life—The Congregation at Prayer for February 15, 2021
Strengthen the Weak Hands—The Congregation at Prayer for February 13, 2021
Paul Addresses Ephesian Pastors—The Congregation at Prayer for February 12, 2021
The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant—The Congregation at Prayer for February 11, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews—Chapter 8:1ff - Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Holy Absolution for the Erring Brother—The Congregation at Prayer for February 10, 2021
Jesus Sends Out the Twelve—The Congregation at Prayer for February 9, 2021
Jesus Forgives the Paralytic—The Congregation at Prayer for February 8, 2021
"The Word will continue to be sown and the Spirit will work faith" Sexagesima 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 18:28ff - February 7, 2021
The Power of the Word of God—The Congregation at Prayer for February 6, 2021
"The Word of Jesus that set Jane free" - Funeral of D. Jane Tews - February 5, 2021
The Miraculous Catch of Fish—The Congregation at Prayer for February 5, 2021
The Prophet Nathan Confronts David — The Congregation at Prayer for February 4, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews Chapter 7:11ff - Wednesday, February 3, 2021
David’s Sin with Bathsheba—The Congregation at Prayer for February 3, 2021
The Purification & Presentation—The Congregation at Prayer for February 2, 2021
The Parable of the Prodigal Son— The Congregation at Prayer for February 1, 2021
Septuagesima - The Sunday of the Vineyard - January 31, 2021
The Israelites Demand Water – The Congregation at Prayer for January 30, 2021
Parables of the Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin – The Congregation at Prayer for January 29, 2021
Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet – The Congregation at Prayer for January 28, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews Chapter 7:1-10 - January 27, 2021
Jesus Walks on the Water – The Congregation at Prayer for January 27, 2021
The Sign of Jonah – The Congregation at Prayer for January 26, 2021
Jonah Is Swallowed by the Great Fish – The Congregation at Prayer for January 25, 2021
"You don’t need another Transfiguration... You have Jesus in His Word" - Transfiguration 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 18:13-27 - January 24, 2021
The Glory of God Is Reflected in Moses’ Face – The Congregation at Prayer for January 23, 2021
Naaman’s Leprosy Is Cleansed – The Congregation at Prayer for January 22, 2021
Israel Crosses the Jordan – The Congregation at Prayer for January 21, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews Chapter 6:13ff - January 20, 2021
The Red Sea – The Congregation at Prayer for January 20, 2021
Noah and the Flood – The Congregation at Prayer for January 19, 2021
Noah and the Flood - The Congregation at Prayer for January 18, 2021
"Return to God’s Word and the ordering embedded in creation" Epiphany 2 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 18:1-11 - January 17, 2021
The Lord Shows Moses His Glory – The Congregation at Prayer for January 16, 2021
The Pool of Bethesda – The Congregation at Prayer for January 15, 2021
The Woman at the Well – The Congregation at Prayer for January 14, 2021
Bible Study: Hebrews Chapter 6:4ff - January 14, 2021
Book of Hebrews Chapter 5:11—6:3 - Wednesday Bible Study, January 6, 2021
Nicodemus Comes to Jesus by Night – The Congregation at Prayer for January 13, 2021
Behold the Lamb of God – The Congregation at Prayer for January 12, 2021
The Baptism of Our Lord – the Congregation at Prayer for January 11, 2021
"Both feet are solely planted upon your identity as Christian" - Baptism of Our Lord 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 17:20-26 - January 10, 2021
Preparing for the Baptism of Our Lord - The Congregation at Prayer for January 9, 2021
The Boy Jesus in the Temple—The Congregation at Prayer for January 8, 2021
The Flight into Egypt & Slaughter of the Innocents—The Congregation at Prayer for January 7, 2020
The Epiphany of Our Lord—The Congregation at Prayer for January 6, 2020
Simeon and Anna Receive the Christ-child—The Congregation at Prayer for January 5, 2020
Circumcision, Purification of Mary, and Presentation - The Congregation at Prayer for January 4, 2021
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 17:6-19 - January 3, 2021
"Standing before you is your Michael and King Jesus" - Christmas 2 2021
Jacob Is Sent to Egypt – The Congregation at Prayer for January 2, 2021
"Jesus is the Jew, the Promise, the Covenant, and the Offspring" - Circumcision and Name of Jesus, January 1, 2020
New Year’s Eve - The Congregation at Prayer for December 31, 2020
Simeon Receives the Christ Child - The Congregation at Prayer for December 30, 2020
The Purification of Mary – The Congregation at Prayer for December 29, 2020
The Holy Innocents, Martyrs - The Congregation at Prayer for December 28, 2020
“Behold, this Child is destined for the fall and rising of many in Israel" Christmas 1 2020
Christmas: St. Stephen, Martyr
"Full of Grace and Truth" Christmas Day 2020 - John 1:1-18
"All this was done that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the Lord through the prophet…" Christmas Eve 2020 - Matthew 1:18-25
The Nativity of Our Lord – The Congregation at Prayer for December 24, 2020
The Birth of Christ Foretold to Joseph - The Congregation at Prayer for December 23, 2020
The Annunciation - The Congregation at Prayer for December 22, 2020
St. Thomas, Apostle - The Congregation at Prayer for December 21, 2020
"Jesus alone is your hope, comfort, and future" - Sermon for Advent 4 2020
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 17:1-5
The Lord Will Raise up a Prophet Like Moses – The Congregation at Prayer for December 19, 2020
The Shepherds Visit Bethlehem – The Congregation at Prayer for December 18, 2020
The Birth of Christ Is Announced to Shepherds – The Congregation at Prayer for December 17, 2020
"Raised at Christ’s Coming" – Sermon for Advent 3 Midweek, December 16, 2020
Raised at Christ’s Coming – The Congregation at Prayer for December 16, 2020
The Nativity of Our Lord – The Congregation at Prayer for December 15, 2020
Christ’s Birth Is Foretold to Joseph – The Congregation at Prayer for December 14, 2020
"The Violent Can't Overcome Jesus" - Advent 3 2020
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 16:12-33
Comfort My People – The Congregation at Prayer for December 12, 2020
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist – The Congregation at Prayer for December 11, 2020
The Visitation – The Congregation at Prayer for December 10, 2020
Advent Midweek 2: Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
Fearfully and Wonderfully Made – The Congregation at Prayer for December 9, 2020
The Annunciation of Our Lord – The Congregation at Prayer for December 8, 2020
Gabriel Appears to Zachariah – The Congregation at Prayer for December 7, 2020
"Your future is wrapped up, finished, and complete!" Advent 2 2020
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 15:25—16:11 - December 6, 2020
The Day of the Lord – The Congregation at Prayer for December 5, 2020
Boaz Receives the Right of Redemption from the Near Kinsman – The Congregation at Prayer for December 4, 2020
Boaz Decides to Redeem Ruth – The Congregation at Prayer for December 3, 2020
Advent Midweek 1 2020: Created from One Blood
Created from One Blood – The Congregation at Prayer for December 2, 2020
The Family of Elimelech and Naomi – The Congregation at Prayer for December 1, 2020
Samson and Delilah – The Congregation at Prayer for November 30, 2020
"Behold, Your King Comes to Save You!" Advent 1 2020
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 15:13-24 - November 29, 2020
Christ is our Righteousness – The Congregation at Prayer for November 28, 2020
Thanksgiving Break – The Congregation at Prayer for November 27, 2020
"Glass full, overflowing, abundant" Thanksgiving Day - November 26, 2020
Thanksgiving Break Wednesday – The Congregation at Prayer for November 25, 2020
Samson’s Philistine Wife and His Riddle – The Congregation at Prayer for November 24, 2020
The Birth of Samson – The Congregation at Prayer for November 23, 2020
"Trust in the Bridegroom!" Trinity 27 2020
The New Heavens and New Earth – The Congregation at Prayer for November 21, 2020
The Lord Gives Victory to Gideon with 300 Men – The Congregation at Prayer for November 20, 2020
The Sign of the Fleece – The Congregation at Prayer for November 19, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 5:1-10 - Wednesday Bible Study, November 18, 2020
The Angel of the Lord Appears to Gideon – The Congregation at Prayer for November 18, 2020
Deborah the Prophetess Judges Israel – The Congregation at Prayer for November 17, 2020
Ehud, Israel’s Left-Handed Judge – The Congregation at Prayer for November 16, 2020
Bible Study - The Two Kingdoms in 1930 & 1937 Lutheranism
"What Shall I Render to Caesar and to God?" Trinity 23 2020
The Excellence of Wisdom – The Congregation at Prayer for November 14, 2020
Othniel, Israel’s First Judge – The Congregation at Prayer for November 13, 2020
Israel’s Unfaithfulness and the Judges – The Congregation at Prayer for November 12, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 4:14-16 - Wednesday Bible Study, November 11, 2020
The Conquest of Canaan Continues – The Congregation at Prayer for November 11, 2020
The Death of Joshua – The Congregation at Prayer for November 10, 2020
Joshua’s Farewell Address – The Congregation at Prayer for November 9, 2020
Bible Study: Gospel of St. John - Chapter 15:1-12 - November 8, 2020
"Not Vengeance but Forgiveness" Trinity 22 2020
To Walk Humbly with Your God – The Congregation at Prayer for November 7, 2020
Joshua’s Conquest – The Congregation at Prayer for November 6, 2020
The Sun and Moon Stand Still – The Congregation at Prayer for November 5, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 4:1-13ff - Wednesday Bible Study, November 4, 2020
The Fall of Ai – The Congregation at Prayer for November 4, 2020
The Sin of Achan – The Congregation at Prayer for November 3, 2020
The Destruction of Jericho – The Congregation at Prayer for November 2, 2020
Gospel of St. John - Chapter 14:18-31 - Sunday Bible Study, November, 2020
"Who are These and Where Did They Come From?" All Saints' Day 2020
The Great Multitude Arrayed in White—The Congregation at Prayer for October 31, 2020
Israel Celebrates the Passover in the Promised Land—The Congregation at Prayer for October 30, 2020
Israel Crosses over the Jordan—The Congregation of Prayer for October 29, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 3:5ff - Wednesday Bible Study, October 28, 2020
Rahab the Harlot Hides the Spies—The Congregation at Prayer for October 28, 2020
Joshua Takes Moses’ Place and Prepares to Cross the Jordan – The Congregation at Prayer for October 27, 2020
Gospel of St. John - Chapter 14:1-7 - Sunday Bible Study, October 25, 2020
"You Know the Truth!" - The Feast of the Reformation - October 25, 2020
Moses Dies on Mount Nebo — The Congregation at Prayer for October 26, 2020
Prepare for the Festival of the Reformation - The Congregation at Prayer for October 24, 2020
The Lord Will Raise Up a Prophet Like Moses – The Congregation at Prayer for October 23, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 2:14ff - Wednesday Bible Study, October 21, 2020
Moses Warns the People Against Rebelling – The Congregation at Prayer for October 22, 2020
Moses Reminds the People of God’s Law – The Congregation at Prayer for October 21, 2020
Joshua Is Ordained to Take Moses’ Place – The Congregation at Prayer for October 20, 2020
Gospel of St. John - Chapter 13:38ff - Sunday Bible Study, October 18, 2020
The Sin of Peor – The Congregation at Prayer for October 19, 2020
"Your sins are forgiven!" Trinity 19 2020
The Lord Promises Salvation to Jacob – The Congregation at Prayer for October 17, 2020
Balaam’s Donkey (Part 2) - The Congregation at Prayer for October 16, 2020
Balaam’s Donkey (Part 1) - The Congregation at Prayer for October 15, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 2:5ff - Wednesday Bible Study, October 14, 2020
The Bronze Serpent – The Congregation at Prayer for October 14, 2020
Moses Strikes the Rock – The Congregation of Prayer for October 13, 2020
The Budding of Aaron’s Rod – The Congregation at Prayer for October 12, 2020
"David's Son and David's Lord" Trinity 18 2020
Gospel of St. John - Chapter 13:21ff - Sunday Bible Study, October 11, 2020
The Essence of the Law – The Congregation at Prayer for October 10, 2020
The Lord Confirms That Moses Is His Prophet – The Congregation at Prayer for October 9, 2020
Rebellion Against Moses and Aaron – The Congregation at Prayer for October 8, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 2:1-4ff - Wednesday Bible Study, October 7, 2020
The Rebels Are Sentenced to Death – The Congregation at the Prayer for October 7, 2020
Israel Refuses to Enter Canaan; Moses Intercedes – The Congregation at Prayer for October 6, 2020
Spies Are Sent into Canaan – The Congregation at Prayer for October 5, 2020
"Jesus takes from the lowest seat and gives a seat of honor" - Trinity 17 2020
The Wisdom of Solomon – The Congregation at Prayer for October 3, 2020
Aaron and Miriam Speak Against Moses – The Congregation at Prayer for October 3, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 1:5ff - Wednesday Bible Study, September 30, 2020
The Lord Feeds His Grumbling People with Quail – The Congregation at Prayer for October 1, 2020
The People of Israel Complain Against the Lord – The Congregation at Prayer for Sept. 30, 2020
Israel Departs from Sinai – The Congregation at Prayer for September 29, 2020
A Pillar of Cloud by Day and a Pillar of Fire by Night – The Congregation at Prayer for Sep 28, 2020
"Jesus Stops Your Funeral and the Worship of Death" - Trinity 16, 2020
Prepare for Trinity 16 - The Congregation at Prayer for September 26, 2020
The Second Passover – The Congregation at Prayer for September 25, 2020
Book of Hebrews Chapter 1:1-4 - Wednesday Bible Study, September 23, 2020
The Priestly Blessing – The Congregation at Prayer for September 24, 2020
The Levites are Called to Serve as Priests - The Congregation at Prayer for September 23, 2020
The Lord Commands a Census of Israel – The Congregation at Prayer for September 22, 2020
The Burnt Offering – The Congregation at Prayer for September 21, 2020
"Jesus isn't Nice but He's Good" - Trinity 15, September 20, 2020
The Profane Fire of Nadab and Abihu – The Congregation at Prayer for September 18, 2020
The Ministry of the Priests Begins – The Congregation at Prayer for September 17, 2020
Book of Hebrews Introduction - Wednesday Bible Study, September 16, 2020
The Restitution Offering – The Congregation at Prayer for September 16, 2020
The Sin Offering – The Congregation at Prayer for September 15, 2020
The Burnt Offering – The Congregation at Prayer for September 14, 2020
"Leprosy isn't going to keep Jesus from giving mercy!" - Trinity 14 - September 13, 2020
The Security of Wisdom – The Congregation at Prayer for September 12, 2020
Moses Sets Up the Tabernacle — The Congregation at Prayer for September 11, 2020
Lord Renews His Covenant with Israel – The Congregation at Prayer for September 10, 2020
1 Corinthians 15 part 3 - Wednesday Bible Study, September 9, 2020
God’s Wrath Is Poured Out upon Idol Worshipers – The Congregation at Prayer for September 9, 2020
The Worship of the Golden Calf – The Congregation at Prayer for September 8, 2020
Labor Day - The Congregation at Prayer for September 7, 2020
"A Kingdom Ruled By Mercy and Peace" - Trinity 13 - September 6, 2020
Prepare for Trinity 13 - The Congregation at Prayer for September 5, 2020
The Sabbath Law – The Congregation at Prayer for September 4, 2020
The Ransom Money – The Congregation at Prayer for September 3, 2020
1 Corinthians 15 part 2 - Wednesday Bible Study, September 2, 2020
The Priestly Garments – The Congregation at Prayer for September 2, 2020
The Ark of the Covenant – The Congregation at Prayer for September 1, 2020
Moses Receives the Law upon Tablets of Stone – The Congregation at the Prayer for August 31, 2020
"Jesus has 'ephphatha-ed' you!" - Trinity 12, August 30, 2020
The Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist - The Congregation at Prayer for August 29, 2020
The Second Coming in Judgment – The Congregation at Prayer for August 28, 2020
The Parable of the Talents – The Congregation at Prayer for August 27, 2020
1 Corinthians 15 part 1 - Wednesday Bible Study, August 26, 2020
The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins – The Congregation at Prayer for August 26, 2020
The Faithful Servant – The Congregation at Prayer for August 25, 2020
The Parable of the Fig Tree – The Congregation at Prayer for August 24, 2020
"Thank God I Am" - Trinity 11 - August 23, 2020
The Great Tribulation - The Congregation at Prayer for August 22, 2020
Jesus Predicts the Signs of the End – The Congregation at Prayer for August 21, 2020
Woe to the Scribes and Pharisees - The Congregation at Prayer for August 20, 2020
1 Corinthians 14:33-40 - Wednesday Bible Study, August 19, 2020
The Greatest Commandment - The Congregation at Prayer for August 19, 2020
Questions About the Resurrection - The Congregation at Prayer for August 18, 2020
Render to Caesar the Things That Are Caesar's - The Congregation at Prayer for August 17, 2020
"The Day of Your Gracious Visitation" - Trinity 10 - August 16, 2020
The Parable of the Wedding Feast - The Congregation at Prayer for August 15, 2020
The Parable of the Wicked Vinedressers - The Congregation at Prayer for August 14, 2020
The Parable of the Two Sons - The Congregation at Prayer for August 13, 2020
1 Corinthians 14 - Wednesday Bible Study, August 12, 2020
The Fruitless Fig Tree - The Congregation at Prayer for August 12, 2020
Jesus Cleanses the Temple - The Congregation at Prayer for August 11, 2020
Two Blind Men Receive Their Sight - The Congregation at Prayer for August 10, 2020
"Squandering the Father's Wealth On You" - Trinity 9 - August 9, 2020
Jesus Predicts His Passion a Third Time—The Congregation at Prayer for August 8, 2020
The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard—Mt 20:1-16
The Rich Young Ruler - The Congregation at Prayer for August 6, 2020
1 Corinthians 13 - Wednesday Bible Study, August 5, 2020
Jesus Blesses the Children - The Congregation at Prayer for August 5, 2020
Jesus Teaches on Marriage and Divorce - The Congregation at Prayer for August 4, 2020
The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant - The Congregation at Prayer for August 3, 2020
"You will know them by their fruits" - Trinity 8 - August 2, 2020
If Your Brother Sins - The Congregation at Prayer for August 1, 2020
Who Is the Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven - The Congregation at Prayer for July 31, 2020
Jesus Predicts His Death and Resurrection - The Congregation at Prayer for July 30, 2020
1 Corinthians 12 - Wednesday Bible Study, July 29, 2020
A Boy is Healed - The Congregation at Prayer for July 29, 2020
The Transfiguration - The Congregation at Prayer for July 28, 2020
Take Up Your Cross and Follow Me – July 27, 2020
"Not a glass half-empty of half-full but overflowing" Trinity 7 2020
The Confession of Peter and His Rebuke - The Congregation at Prayer for July 25, 2020
The Pharisees and Sadducees Seek a Sign - The Congregation at Prayer for July 24, 2020
The Feeding of the 4,000 - The Congregation of the Prayer for July 23, 2020
1 Corinthians 11:23-34 - Wednesday Bible Study, July 22, 2020
A Canaanite Woman Trusts Jesus' Word - The Congregation at Prayer for July 22, 2020
Out of Man's Heart Proceed Evil Thoughts - The Congregation at Prayer for July 21, 2020
Jesus Walks on the Water - The Congregation at Prayer for July 20, 2020
"Your Exceeding Righteousness in Jesus" Trinity 6 - July 19, 2020
The Feeding of the 5,000 - The Congregation at Prayer for July 18, 2020
John the Baptist Is Beheaded - The Congregation at Prayer for July 17, 2020
1 Corinthians 11 - Wednesday Bible Study, July 15, 2020
The Parable of the Dragnet - The Congregation at Prayer for July 16, 2020
Parables of the Kingdom - The Congregation at Prayer for July 15, 2020
The Parable of the Wheat and the Tares - The Congregation at Prayer for July 14, 2020
The Purpose of the Parables - The Congregation at Prayer for July 13, 2020
"I will follow You wherever You go" Trinity 5 2020
The Parable of the Sower and the Seed – Matthew 13:1-9
A Tree Is Known by Its Fruit – Matthew 12:33-50
A House Divided Cannot Stand – Matthew 12:22-32
Jesus Heals on the Sabbath – Matthew 12:9-21
Jesus Is Lord of the Sabbath – Matthew 12:1-8
Jesus Preaches Repentance and Faith - Matthew 11:20-30
John the Baptist Sends Disciples to Jesus
Confessing Christ Before Men - The Congregation at Prayer for July 3, 2020
The Promise of Persecution - The Congregation at Prayer for July 2, 2020
1 Corinthians 10 - Wednesday Bible Study, July 1, 2020
The Sending Out of the Twelve - The Congregation at Prayer for July 1, 2020
Two Blind Men Are Healed - The Congregation at Prayer for June 30, 2020
A Girl Is Raised and a Woman Is Healed - The Congregation at Prayer for June 29, 2020
“Rejoice with Me!" Trinity 3 2020
Matthew the Tax Collector - The Congregation at Prayer for June 27, 2020
Jesus Forgives and Heals a Paralytic - The Congregation at Prayer for June 26, 2020
1 Corinthians 9 & 10 - Wednesday Bible Study, June 24, 2020
Two Demon-Possessed Men are Healed - The Congregation at Prayer for June 25, 2020
Jesus Stills the Storm - The Congregation at Prayer for June 24, 2020
Jesus Heals Peter's Mother-in-Law - The Congregation at Prayer for June 23, 2020
Jesus Heals the Centurion's Servant - The Congregation at Prayer for June 22, 2020
"The Gift of the Lord's Invitation" Trinity 2 2020
Jesus Cleanses the Leper - The Congregation at Prayer for June 20, 2020
The Wise Man Builds His House on the Rock - The Congregation at Prayer for June 19, 2020
Jesus Is the Narrow Way - The Congregation at Prayer for June 18, 2020
1 Corinthians 9 - Wednesday Bible Study, June 17, 2020
Lay Up For Yourselves Treasure in Heaven - The Congregation at Prayer for June 17, 2020
The Lord's Prayer - The Congregation at Prayer for June 16, 2020
Love Your Enemies - The Congregation at Prayer for June 15, 2020
"The Only Answer to the Darkness" - Trinity 1, June 14, 2020
You Shall Not Give False Testimony - The Congregation at Prayer for June 13, 2020
You Shall Not Commit Adultery - The Congregation at Prayer for June 12, 2020
You Shall Not Murder - The Congregation at Prayer for June 11, 2020
1 Corinthians 8 - Wednesday Bible Study, June 10, 2020
Christ's Righteousness Fulfills the Law - The Congregation at Prayer for June 10, 2020
The Sermon on the Mount: The Beatitudes - The Congregation at Prayer for June 9, 2020
Jesus’ Ministry and the Call of the Fishermen - The Congregation at Prayer for June 8, 2020
"Trust in the Trustworthy One Alone" - The Festival of the Holy Trinity - June 7, 2020
Isaiah's Throne Room Vision - The Congregation at Prayer for June 6, 2020
The Temptation of Our Lord - The Congregation at Prayer for June 5, 2020
1 Corinthians 7 part 2 - Wednesday Bible Study, June 4, 2020
The Baptism of Our Lord - The Congregation at Prayer for June 4, 2020
The Genealogy of Jesus - The Congregation at Prayer for June 3, 2020
The Gift of the Holy Spirit for the Samaritans - The Congregation at Prayer for June 2, 2020
Peter Preaches to the Household of Cornelius - The Congregation at Prayer for June 1, 2020
"Gathered Together For the Right Reason — Jesus" The Feast of Pentecost - May 31st, 2020
The Tower of Babel - The Congregation at Prayer for May 30, 2020
The Life of the Church - The Congregation at Prayer for May 29, 2020
Peter Calls the Church to Repentance - The Congregation at Prayer for May 28, 2020
1 Corinthians 7 - Wednesday Bible Study, May 27, 2020
Peter's Sermon on the Prophet Joel - The Congregation at Prayer for May 27, 2020
The Feast of Pentecost - The Congregation at Prayer for May 26, 2020
Memorial Day - The Congregation at Prayer for May 25, 2020
Liturgy for the Sunday after the Ascension - Exaudi / Easter 7 - May 24, 2020
"I Will Not Leave You As Orphans" Exaudi 2020
Prepare for Easter 7 - The Congregation at Prayer for May 23, 2020
Matthias Chosen to Fill Judas' Office - The Congregation at Prayer for May 22, 2020
The Ascension of Our Lord - The Congregation at Prayer for May 21, 2020
Jesus Opens the Scriptures to the Disciples - The Congregation at Prayer for May 20, 2020
Mark Records the Command to Preach the Gospel - The Congregation at Prayer for May 19, 2020
The Commission to Baptize and Teach All Nations - The Congregation at Prayer for May 18, 2020
Remember Who You Are - Sermon for Rogate / Easter 6 - May 17, 2020
Liturgy for The Sunday of Christian Prayer - Rogate / Easter 6 - May 17, 2020
The Fiery Serpents - The Congregation at Prayer for May 16, 2020
The Comforter in Persecution - The Congregation at Prayer for May 15, 2020
1 Corinthians 5 - Wednesday Bible Study, May 13, 2020
Love and the Hatred of the World - The Congregation at Prayer for May 14, 2020
Jesus Is the True Vine - The Congregation at Prayer for May 13, 2020
Jesus Goes to the Father - The Congregation at Prayer for May 12, 2020
The Father Will Give the Spirit of Truth - The Congregation at Prayer for May 11, 2020
Liturgy for the Sunday of the New Song - Cantate / Easter 5, May 2, 2020
We Are Gathered Into Community With Jesus - Cantate 2020
Prepare for Cantate / Easter 5 - The Congregation at Prayer for May 9, 2020
Jesus Is the Way to the Father - The Congregation at Prayer for May 8, 2020
The Plot to Kill Jesus - The Congregation at Prayer for May 7, 2020
Lazarus Is Raised from the Dead - The Congregation at Prayer for May 6, 2020
Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life - The Congregation at Prayer for May 5, 2020
The Death of Lazarus - The Congregation at Prayer for May 4, 2020
"It's Only Going to be a Little While" Easter 4 2020
Liturgy for The Sunday of Christian Joy - Easter 4 - May 3, 2020
St. Philip and St. James, Apostles - The Congregation at Prayer for May 2, 2020
The Shepherd Knows the Sheep - The Congregation at Prayer for May 1, 2020
Jesus is the Good Shepherd - The Congregation at Prayer for April 30, 2020
Jesus is the True Shepherd - The Congregation at Prayer for April 29, 2020
The Pharisees Excommunicate the Healed Man - The Congregation at Prayer for April 28. 2020
A Man Born Blind Receives His Sight - The Congregation at Prayer for April 27, 2020
"Jesus is Your Good Shepherd" Easter 3 2020
Liturgy for The Sunday of the Good Shepherd - April 26, 2020
St. Mark, Evangelist - The Congregation at Prayer for April 25, 2020
Jesus Ordains the Disciples - The Congregation at Prayer for April 24, 2020
Jesus Eats Broiled Fish in the Upper Room - The Congregation at Prayer for April 23, 2020
Bible Study: 1 Corinthians Chapter 2
Jesus is Revealed in the Breaking of the Bread - the Congregation at Prayer for April 22, 2020
The Disciples on the Road to Emmaus: The Congregation at Prayer for April 21, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 20, 2020
"Connected to Christ is What is Really Real" - Easter 2, 2020
Liturgy for The Sunday of the Confession of Thomas - Easter 2, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 18, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 17, 2020
"Do Not Be Afraid!" Easter Sunday 2020
Bible Study: 1 Corinthians Chapter 1
The Congregation at Prayer for April 16, 2020
Easter Wednesday - The Congregation at Prayer for April 15, 2020
Easter Tuesday - The Congregation at Prayer for April 14, 2020
Easter Monday - The Congregation at Prayer for April 13, 2020
Liturgy for the Resurrection of Our Lord 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 11, 2020 - Holy Saturday
"You Would Have No Authority At All" Good Friday Chief Service 2020
Liturgy for Good Friday Tenebrae - April 10, 2020
"Blood and Water Testify For You" Good Friday Tenebrae 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 10, 2020
Liturgy for Good Friday afternoon - April 10, 2020
Liturgy for Maundy Thursday - 04/09/2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 9, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for Holy Wednesday, April 8, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for Holy Tuesday, April 7, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 6, 2020
"Hosanna! Save Us!" Palmarum 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 4, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 3, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 2, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for April 1, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for March 31, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for March 30, 2020
Liturgy for Office of Matins - 03/29/2020
The Congregation at Prayer for Saturday, March 28, 2020
The Congregation at Prayer for March 27, 2020 - John 13:21-38
The Congregation at Prayer for March 26, 2020 - John 13:1-20
The Congregation at Prayer for March 25, 2020 - Matthew 27:11-31
The Congregation at Prayer for 03/24/2020
"Those who seek the Lord lack no good thing!" Laetare 2020
"We fear no ill, They shall not overpow'r us" - Oculi 2020
Bible Study: Catechesis in Times of Pestilence
Bible Study: Daniel 5
"Hold On and Never Let Go" Reminiscere 2020
Bible Study: "Father, Glorify Your Name!" John 12:24-50
Bible Study: Daniel 4
"Jesus is yours by Holy Baptism" - Invocavit 2020
Bible Study: "The Fourth Man" - Daniel 3
Bible Study: The Triumphal Entry - John 12,9-23
"Love is Christ crucified for you" - Quinquagesima 2020
Bible Study: "She has kept this for the day of My burial" - John 11:45—12:8
Bible Study: Interpreting Nebuchadnezzar's Dream - Daniel 2:24-49
"Not all that impressive" - St. Matthias (Observed) 2020
"Jesus is the bountiful sower who never stops sowing His Word!" Sexagesima 2020
Bible Study: "Lazarus, come forth!" - John 11:24-44
Bible Study: Daniel 2a
The Conversion of St. Paul (observed) 2020
"Jesus Christ is the Lord of glory" - Transfiguration 2020
"Jesus Comes into the Temple For You" Purification and Presentation 2020
Bible Study: “Our friend Lazarus sleeps, but I go that I may wake him up.” John 11:1-23
Bible Study: Daniel 1
St. Titus 2019
"I too am a man under authority" Epiphany 3 2020
Bible Study: "I and the Father are One" John 10:22-42
St. Timothy, Pastor and Confessor 2019
"The Glory of God in the Face of Jesus" Epiphany 2 2019
Bible Study: "I am the Good Shepherd" John 10:1-21
"Everything You Need to Know About Your Baptism" The Baptism of Our Lord 2019
"The Father's Business" Epiphany 1 2019
Bible Study: “If you were blind, you would have no sin" John 9:35-41
"Gifts that Confess Jesus" Epiphany 1 2019
"You will share in Christ’s sufferings" Christmas 2 2019
Bible Study: "The Healing of the Blind Man" John 9:1-34
Circumcision and Name of Jesus 2019
"Waiting with Hope" Christmas 1 2019
Bible Study: "Before Abraham was, I AM" John 8:48-59
"What does your baptism have to do with Christmas?" Christmas Day 2019
"The Light of Christ shines in Your Darkness" Christmas Midnight 2019
"Good news for Jospeh and it’s good news for you!" Christmas Eve 2019
"What Do You Have Worth Rejoicing For?" Advent 4 2019
Bible Study: "Your father the devil" John 8:30-47
Bathsheba and Mary - Mothers of the Sons of David, Advent Midweek 3
"Are you the Coming One?" Advent 3 2019
Bible Study: "I AM HE" - John 8:12-30
Rahab and Ruth - Mothers from the Nations, Advent Midweek 2
Bible Study: “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.” John 7:40—8:11
"Lift Up Your Heads" Advent 2 2019
Eve and Sarah - Mothers of Promise, Advent Midweek 1
"The LORD is YOUR Righteousness" Advent 1 2019
"For whom the Lord loves He corrects, Just as a father the son in whom he delights" Thanksgiving 2019
Bible Study: “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink." John 7:25-39
Bible Study: "My doctrine is not Mine, but His who sent Me" - John 7:14-24
"Wake up!" Trinity 27 2019
Bible Study: "The Feast of Tabernacles" John 7:1-13
"God does not need your works and your neighbor needs your love" Trinity 26 2019
Bible Class: "It is the Spirit who gives life" John 6:60—7:1
"For the Sake of the Elect" Trinity 25 2019
"Blessings Accomplished and Given" All Saints' Day 2019
Bible Study: John 6:52-59 "True Food and True Drink"
Bible Study: John 6:41-51 "Grumbling Just Like Your Fathers"
"Jesus Will Be Your Jesus" Reformation (observed) 2019
"Forgiveness Unrestrained, Unlimited, Unearned" Trinity 22 2019
Bible Study: John 6:32-40 "True Bread from Heaven"
"Signs" (John 4:46-54) Trinity 21 2019
Bible Study: “This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He sent" John 6:26-31
"Some live in the light of the Last Day, others in its shadow" Trinity 20 2019
Jesus Walks on Water - Bible Study - John 6:16-25
"And Their Angels Watch Over Them" St. Michael and All Angels 2019
"The Feeding of the 5,000" Bible Study - John 6:1-15
"Your faith has saved you!" Trinity 14 2019
"[The Scriptures] bear witness about me!" Bible Study - John 5:31-47
"Faith and Love are Gift!" Trinity 13 2019
Bible Study: John 5:17-30 “My Father is working until now, and I also am working”
"Hearing, Listening, Believing, Confessing" Trinity 12 2019
Bible Study: John 5:1-17 (2) "The Healing of the Paralytic"
Bible Study: John 5:1-17 (1) "The Healing of the Paralytic"
“God, be merciful to me, a sinner!" Trinity 11 2019
Bible Study: John 4:43-54 "The Healing of the Nobleman's Son"
"The One Who Makes For Peace" Trinity 10 2019
Bible Study: John 4:24-42 "The Samaritans Confess Jesus is Savior"
"What is the World to Me?" Trinity 9 2019
"Beware! Pay attention to what you put in your ears!" Trinity 8 2019
Bible Study - John 4:16-23 (2)
"Bound to Christ by Baptism" Trinity 7 2019
Bible Study: John 4:16-23
"Two Kingdoms and Two Kinds of Righteousness" Trinity 7 2019
Bible Study: John 4:1-15
Bible Study - John 3:31-36
Adult Catechesis 2019: Daily Prayer & Table of Duties
"It’s not easy being a Christian" Trinity 5 2019
"Jesus Fulfills the Imperative" Trinity 4 2019
Bible Study: John 3:22-30
Adult Catechesis 2019: The Sacrament of the Altar
Adult Catechesis 2019 - Confession and Absolution
Bible Study: John 3:15-21
"Jesus Find You" Trinity 3 2019
Bible Class: John 3:5–3:15
"The Invitation Still Goes Out" Trinity 2 2019
Bible Class: John 2:23–3:5
"The Neighbor at Your Gate" Trinity 1 2019
"God the Father is Revealed in the Son" Holy Trinity Sunday 2019
"One Thing Will I Seek After" Psalm 27:4 — Funeral of Delores Mae Sramek
Bible Class - John 2:12-22
Adult Catechesis 2019 - Holy Baptism Part 2
“The Lord's Peace is Yours in Christ Jesus!” Pentecost 2019
Bible Class: John 2:1-11 Part 3
Adult Catechesis 2019: Holy Baptism
Bible Class: John 2:1-11 Part 2
"God will be God for you" Exaudi 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019: The Lord's Prayer
Bible Class: John 2:1-11 Part 1
"Bold and Confident Prayer" Rogate 2019
"The Promise of the Holy Spirit" Cantate & Confirmation 2019
Bible Study: John 1:51
Bible Class: John 1,35-50
"Everything is More than Okay in Jesus" Jubilate 2019
Bible Study: John 1:19-34
"All that needs doing is done!" Misericordia Domini 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019 - Apostles' Creed: The Third Article
Bible Class: John 1:14b-19
"Let's Go Fishing" Easter Wednesday 2019
"Suppose Him Your Gardener" Easter Sunday 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019: The Creed - Second Article
Bible Study: John 1:15-18
"Of the Same Mind as Christ" Palmarum 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019 - The First Article
Bible Class: John 1:12-14
"Before Abraham was, I AM" Judica 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019 - The Ten Commandments
Bible Study: John 1:6-12a
"Rejoice and Be Refreshed!" Laetare 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019 - The Divine Service pt. 3
Bible Study: John 1:1-5
"Either For or Against, With or Without" Oculi 2019
Bible Study: Gospel of John - Introduction 02
"Know WHOSE You Are to Know WHO You Are" Reminiscere 2019
Adult Confirmation 2019 - The Divine Service pt. 2
Bible Study: Gospel of John - Introduction 01
"Your Way of Escape - Jesus!" Invocavit 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019 - The Divine Service pt. 1
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 7 & Conclusion
"Seeing by Hearing" Quinquagesima 2019
Funeral of Wayne Ralph Sramek
Adult Catechesis 2019 - The Scriptures pt.2
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 7c
"The Reckless Sower and the Seed that Does What It Purposes" Sexagesima 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019 - The Scriptures pt.1
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 7b
"Life isn't Fair but God is Good" Septuagesima 2019
Adult Catechesis 2019 - Introduction
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 7a
"The Glory Days are Now" - Transfiguration 2019
Bible Study: Micah Chapter 6b
"Even the Wind and Waves Obey Him" - Epiphany 4 2019
Bible Study: Micah Chapter 6a
"The False Dichotomy of Us vs. Them" Epiphany 3 2019
Bible Study: Micah Chapter 5b
Epiphany 2 2019
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 5a
The Baptism of Our Lord 2019
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 4c
Epiphany 2019
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 4b
Christmas 1 2018 - Luke 2:(22-32)33-40
Christmas Day 2018 - John 1:14
Christmas Eve 2018 - Luke 2:1-14
Christmas Eve 2018 - Matthew 1:18-25
Bible Study: Micah Chapter 4a
Advent 4 2018
Advent 3 Midweek - "David's Son and Solomon's Temple — Jesus!"
Bible Study: Micah Chapter 3, part 1
Advent 3 2018
"Let's Not Go There Again" - Advent 2 Midweek 2018
Bible Study - Micah Chapter 2:13
"What Child Is This?" Children's Christmas Service 2018
Advent 1 Midweek 2018
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 2 continued
Advent 1 2018
Bible Class: Micah Chapter 2
Proper 29 - The Last Sunday of the Church Year
Bible Class: Micah (Chapter 1)
Bible Class: Micah (Introduction)
Proper 28 - Pentecost 26 2018
Bible Study: Matthew 17:7
Trinity 21 2018
Bible Study: Matthew 17:5-6 cont.
Trinity 20 2018
Bible Study: Mt. 17:5-6
Trinity 19 2018
Bible Study: Mt. 17:3-4
Trinity 18 2018
Bible Study: Transfiguration pt. 2 (Mt. 17:1-2)
Trinity 17 2018
Bible Study: The Transfiguration (Matthew 17)
Trinity 16 2018
Bible Class: Matthew 16:26-28
Trinity 15 2018
Bible Class: Matthew 16:24-26
Trinity 14 2018
Bible Class: Excursus on the Theology of the Cross pt. 2
Trinity 13 2018
Trinity 12 2018
Bible Class: Excursus on the Theology of the Cross pt. 1
Bible Class: Matthew 16:22-23
Trinity 11 2018
Funeral of Lisa Ann Magnusson
Bible Study: Matthew 16:21
Trinity 10 2018
Bible Study: Office of the Holy Ministry - Part 17 Conclusion
Trinity 9 2018
Bible Study: Office of the Holy Ministry - Part 16
Feast of St. Mary Magdalene 2018
Bible Study: Office of the Holy Ministry - Part 15
Trinity 7 2018
Bible Study: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 14
Trinity 5 2018
Bible Study: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 13
The Nativity of St. John the Baptist 2018
Trinity 3 2018
Bible Study: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 12
Bible Study: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 11
Trinity 2 2018
Trinity 1 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Part 10
Holy Trinity 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Part 9
Pentecost 2018
Office of the Holy Ministry - Part 8
Exaudi 2018
The Ascension of Our Lord 2018
Rogate 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Part 7
Cantate 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 6
Jubilate 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 5
Misericordias Domini 2018
Quasimodo Geneti 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 4
Easter 2018
Good Friday 2018
Holy Thursday 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 3
Palmarum 2018
" The Spirit, the water, and the blood" Lenten Midweek 5 2018
Judica 2018
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 2
Bible Class: Office of the Holy Ministry - Class 1
Laetare 2018
Oculi (Lent 3) 2018
Funeral for Kurt Flechsig
Lent Midweek 2 2018
Reminiscere 2018
Lent Midweek 1 2018
Invocavit (Lent 1) 2018
Ash Wednesday 2018
Funeral of Dorothy Malick
Septuagesima 2018
Transfiguration 2018