Monthly Archives: April 2008

More Rogate Notes

When Our Lord speaks of “joy made full,” He is talking not about carnal but spiritual joy. That joy is so great that nothing further needs to be added to it. So whatever we ask which relates to the attainment … Continue reading

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Notes for Easter 6 – Rogate

Pius Parsch, “The Church’s Year of Grace The Church does not occupy Herself with sentimental mourning over Christ’s departure.  The nearer we approach the moment of Christ’s departure, the more resounding our alleluias. (Vol. 3, p. 145) Christ assures us … Continue reading

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Commentaries for Historic Lectionary Preachers

I waffle back and forth on the need for commentaries.  Commentaries are an excellent way to help teach Bible Studies on a particular book.  Rarely do I consult a commentary for preaching.  I’m not against commentaries.  I just don’t use … Continue reading

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More Notes for Easter 5 – Cantate

Origen – De Principiis II:7:4 But the Paraclete, who is called the Holy Spirit, is so called from His work of consolation…. For if anyone has deserved to participate in the Holy Spirit by the knowledge of His ineffable mysteries, … Continue reading

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More Luther for Easter 5 – Cantate

These quotes are from Luther’s House Postil for the Fifth Sunday of Easter.  Outside of the Pia Concordia, these are some of the best quotes I’ve read concerning the Second Article of the Creed, as well as objective justification.  I … Continue reading

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