Our God calls public ministers into the harvest fields for the sake of the gospel. This morning we looked at what our God says about the divine call. There was also a discussion of Pastor Guldberg’s divine call to Timothy Lutheran Church in St. Louis Park, MN.
The Bible – Rach, Shach, and Benny
Rach, Shach, and Benny is a cute, catchy description of the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from Daniel 3. More commonly known as the three men in the fiery furnace, this story is all about trusting in God even to the point of death.
The Bible – David and Goliath
David and Goliath is more than a story of the underdog. It’s a reminder that the battle is not ours. The battle belongs to the Lord. This is true when it came to a giant who defied the God of Israel for 40 days, morning and evening. This is true for you when a challenge comes that you cannot win on your own. Cancer, addiction, loss… The battle belongs to the Lord.
The Bible – Parting the Red Sea
Why would God allow his people to almost be wiped off the desert floor? Didn’t the Israelites ask God to just let them be slaves! That’s not exactly how I remember the story either, but how quickly God’s people turn on their savior. How quickly do we do the same? Why does God allow things in life to get SO bad that there is nothing left to do?
The Bible – The Ten Plagues
The Ten Plagues are a powerful example of God bending man’s will to his own. We could talk about the power that God displayed in these ten plagues, but I want to look at the obduracy.
The Bible – Abraham Tested
Abraham Tested is the theme for the first lesson in our latest Bible study series. The History Channel created a series on a handful of chapters from the Bible. These videos will serve as a catalyst for discussion in our study.
Summer Catechism: The Doxology
The Doxology isn’t actually part of Scripture. To be sure, it’s Scriptural, but at it stands, the Doxology, as we know it – the last few words of the Lord’s Prayer – did not cross Jesus lips when he taught his disciples to pray.
Summer Catechism: The Seventh Petition
Deliver us from evil! This is the cry from the 7th petition. It’s not a fun exercise, but a look into the face of all the evil in the world can give us some perspective of all that our God fends away everyday. Yet there are some instances of evil that he allows into our lives. This week we look at evil in the world and how our almighty God protects us from it.
Summer Catechism: The Sixth Petition
When we pray the sixth petition, “Lead us not into temptation,” what exactly are we asking God? He cares for us dearly and always provides a way out. Is that a comfort to know that every time you fail, it’s your fault? You can’t blame God! He never gives up on you.
Summer Catechism: Fourth Petition
There are seven petitions in the Lord’s prayer, but only one that focuses on our daily needs. The fourth petition is important because it reminds us to pray for the things that God gives us everyday. We do this not to remind God, but remind ourselves 1) where these gifts come from and 2) to receive them with thanksgiving.
Summer Catechism: Third Petition
The third petition is all about God’s will. There are some who would scratch their head or put their finger in the air to try and figure out God’s will could be. All the while God has filled the pages of the Bible with his Holy Will.
Summer Catechism: Second Petition
There are three different kingdoms that our God rules over. The kingdoms of this world, now known as nations would be the first example. The second kingdom would be the gracious ruling of our Savior in the heart of every believer. The third kingdom is the eternal one that we only see in part by faith. One day we will be in the glorious kingdom of Jesus’ heavenly reign.
Summer Catechism: First Petition
How can we possibly keep God’s name holy? That’s a great question addressed in the 1st Petition of the Lord’s Prayer.
Summer Catechism: Address
The Lord’s Prayer is a model for us to follow and a frequent visitor to the prayer life of the Christian. This morning we examine the Address. It’s important in any conversation to you with whom you are speaking. In prayer we are talking to God Almighty.
Acts – Communists
Were the first Christians really communists? We’ll look at this accusation and see what they were and what they were not. There are other important details that can help us see why we worship the way we do.