Title: The parable of the barren fig tree Text verse: Luke 13: 6 He also spoke this parable: “A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard, and he came seeking fruit on it and found none.” Bible reading: Luke 13: 6 – 9 Message: God expects us to bear fruit. Summary: God … [Read more…]
Title: I am the true vine Text verse: John 15: 5 I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. Message: To be connected with Jesus Christ and to abide in Him is a hallmark of true … [Read more…]
Title: Witnesses of the resurrection Text verse: 1 Corinthians 15: 6 After that He was seen by over five hundred brethren at once, of whom the greater part remain to the present, but some have fallen asleep. Message: Let us experience the Lord Jesus in word and sacrament. Summary: The belief in the truthfulness of … [Read more…]
Title: Jesus, the door Text verse: John 10: 7–8 Then Jesus said to them again, “Most assuredly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who ever came before Me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not hear them.” Message: Jesus is the door to eternal life. Summary: Jesus … [Read more…]
Title: Love for the Risen One Text verse: John 21: 15 So when they had eaten breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of Jonah, do you love Me more than these?” He said to Him, “Yes, Lord; You know that I love You.” He said to him, “Feed My lambs.” Message: We do … [Read more…]
Title: The resurrection of Jesus Text verse: 1 Corinthians 15: 20 But now Christ is risen from the dead and has become the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. Bible reading: 1 Corinthians 15: 3–8, 20–28 Message: We believe in the resurrection of the dead. Summary: The resurrection of Jesus attests to the … [Read more…]
Title: The death of Jesus Text verse: Hebrews 13: 12–13 Therefore Jesus also, that He might sanctify the people with His own blood, suffered outside the gate. Therefore let us go forth to Him, outside the camp, bearing His reproach. Bible reading: Isaiah 53: 3–12 Message: Let us go to Golgotha with Jesus. Summary: Jesus … [Read more…]
Title: Doing what Jesus says Text verse: Matthew 21: 6 So the disciples went and did as Jesus commanded them. Bible reading: Zechariah 9: 9 and Psalm 118: 22–26 Message: We obey Jesus Christ. Summary: The event of salvation is not defined by coincidences, but rather by the will of God. Jesus Christ gives instructions, … [Read more…]
Title: Those who trust in God and hope in Him will receive spiritual blessing. Text verse: Jeremiah 17: 7–8 Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, and whose hope is the Lord. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, and will … [Read more…]
Title: The institution of Holy Communion Text verse: Psalm 111: 4–5 He has made His wonderful works to be remembered; the Lord is gracious and full of compassion. He has given food to those who fear Him; He will ever be mindful of His covenant. Message: Holy Communion is one of the wonderful works of … [Read more…]