Following Directions

Last Saturday afternoon I followed the instructions of the GPS and found my way to Okabena, MN. This morning, we follow the direction of the word of God and are introduced to the Promised Savior by Isaiah.  He tells us his purpose in coming and what He will do.  In our second lesson we are reminded that … [Read more…]

What does the future hold?

For all that we think we know…we don’t know much. But we do know that as God delivered the infant Moses for a future purpose…He has delivered us for a reason. We don’t know the future…but we know Him who holds the future. We know that death has no power over us because Christ has … [Read more…]

Fear vs. Joy

The Law and the Gospel are both teachings from God intended to have two different effects on sinful human beings. The Law of God demands perfection and is intended to humble us and to create fear. The Good News of the Savior Jesus is intended to chase that fear and give peace and joy.