When it comes to real love and mercy…we don’t even compare to the LORD God. It’s truly evident in our Scripture Lessons. In the OT Lesson — The LORD God distinguishes Himself from every example by forgiving sin and showing Himself a God of Love. In the EP Lesson — The Love of God surpasses … [Read more…]
The Roman Church of Martin Luther’s day – and our own – teaches that men can make satisfaction for (make up for) sins by their actions and by obedience to certain church made rules and activities. This is not what God’s Word declares.
Are we sometimes too quick to give up on things? Do we easily despair? We surely have examples in our Bible readings this week that emphasize persistence. Jacob was persistent in wrestling with God, seeking blessing from Him. We should be as persistent in seeking blessing from God. The Apostle John urges us to be … [Read more…]
In about a month and a half (gasp) we will, as a nation, celebrate Thanksgiving Day. As Christians we don’t only give thanks to God one day a year, but every day. It is proper to give thanks to God…like Noah, after spending nearly a year on the ark. It is proper to give thanks … [Read more…]
But that doesn’t mean that we should dabble in it!