Service Folder The Old Testament lesson continues with the history of Abraham’s family, specifically his grandson, Jacob. It takes us to Jacob’s wedding, where his Uncle Laban deceived him, so that he up with 2 wives, Rachel and Leah. While Jacob loved Rachel more than Leah, Leah would be the ancestor of Jesus. We see Leah’s Descendant at another wedding: the Wedding…
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Sermons on John
Service Folder Theme: Rejoice! When God told 99 year old Abraham that he and his 89 year old wife, Sarah, who were childless, would have a son within the year, Abraham laughed with joy. Their son Isaac would be the ancestor of Jesus, Jesus is the reason the apostle appeals to us, “Rejoice …for the Lord is at hand!” John the Baptist…
Service Folder Theme: Poinsettias Our preparation for Christmas includes decorating with poinsettias. Poinsettias are a popular plant given as household gifts and altar flowers. These vibrant flowers also can help us reflect on the advent (or coming) of Jesus during Advent.
Service Folder We decorate in preparation for Christmas. Our decoration preparation includes the use of lights—from candles to string lights. These luminous decorations also help us prepare for the advent (or coming) of Jesus during Advent, a season of preparation. Tomorrow we will consider how lights point us to the coming of Christ and the glory He brings.
Service Folder This year’s theme is: EVERY HEART PREPARE We decorate in preparation for Christmas. In November and December people spend hours putting up lights in their living space and ornaments on their evergreens. Poinsettias are placed on the mantel and presents under the tree, and we “deck the halls with boughs of holly.” These Christmas decorations bring enjoyment and anticipation to…
Service Folder The Whole Armor of God To the nobleman whose son was deathly ill, Jesus says, “Go; your son will live” (John 4:46–54). And in the very hour Jesus spoke, the nobleman’s son was made well. The Word of Christ still accomplishes what it says. In baptism, absolution, and the Lord’s Supper, He declares His life–giving forgiveness to you, and it…
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