November 20, 2022 — Jesus is the Alpha and the Omega, the “A” and the “Z”, the One who was, and is, and is to come. His concept of “soon” is different than ours. Therefore, the Scriptures repeatedly tell us to be patient and pray, “Come, Lord Jesus.” Our Old Testament Lesson is from the…

Sunday, November 13, 2022 — As we arrive at the 2nd Last Sunday of the Church Year, our readings remind us that the end of the world is drawing ever nearer. When Jesus returns, He will judge the living and the dead. All who ever lived will be gathered before Him, separated into two groups,…

All Saints Sunday, November 6, 2022 — Observing “All Saints Day” is an ancient church custom—a good one, especially if we remember what the Biblical definition of “saint” is. The word saint comes from the Latin word “Sanctus” which means holy, set apart. In our catechism, we use the word “sanctification” as a heading for…

Reformation Sunday, October 30, 2022 — Every year we Lutherans celebrate the Reformation of the Church that took place 500 years ago. The Festival of the Reformation has also been called the Festival of the Word. When asked how the Reformation succeeded so well, Martin Luther responded, “We just preached, taught, wrote and drank Wittenberg…

Sunday, October 23, 2022 — Jesus ended last week’s story of the persistent widow with the question, “But when the Son of Man returns, will He find faith on the earth?” He then told the story of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector in the temple. That Pharisee thought he had it all, but he…

Sunday October 16, 2022 – Jesus’ words produce the faith He seeks at His return. Kind words produce smiles. Encouraging words produce courage. Promises produce hope. These truths are even more true when the words are the almighty Word of our almighty Savior—and He promises to hear all our prayers! In our Gospel Lesson Jesus…