Monthly Archives: November 2008

Advent 1 – Matthew 21:1-9

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit The Christian Church seemingly does everything backward from the world. Many people have put up their Christmas decorations. Even our church building is ready … Continue reading

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A Lament for the Lectionary

I love the historic lectionary. The rhythm of the readings, the Psalms and Introits, the use of traditional hymnody that speaks references it directly, it flows in a way that is beautiful, reverent and stirring. It stirs up the faith, … Continue reading

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Notes on Advent 1 (Ad Te Levavi)

“Tell this to the daughter of Zion,” the prophet says. “Open your mouth and shout so she is not offended by His lowly coming but listens to what is proclaimed.” Let your ears give insight to your eyes. Your King … Continue reading

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Johannes Brenz's Gospel Postil

Johannes Brenz (1499-1570) was the reformer of Württemberg (southeast Germany). He was staunchly Lutheran, but had his own emphases that differed at times from Luther and especially Melanchthon. We must be thankful that his Gospel Postill is now online. PrintEmailFacebookStumbleUpon

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Lectionary Survey

Below you will find a link to a survey that Concordia Publishing House is conducting regarding the lectionary. I would urge every Lutheran pastor and congregation to fill this out. CPH does a lot of wonderful things for Lutheran congregations, … Continue reading

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The Surprise (Trinity 26)

Rev. Todd A. Peperkorn Messiah Lutheran Church Kenosha, Wisconsin 2nd Last Sunday of the Church Year/Trinity 26 November 16, 2008 Matthew 25:31-46 For an audio MP3 of this sermon, CLICK HERE Originally posted on Lutheran Logomaniac TITLE: “The Surprise” Grace … Continue reading

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Sheep do Sheepy Things (Trinity 26)

Rev. Todd A. Peperkorn Messiah Lutheran Church Kenosha, Wisconsin 2nd Last Sunday of the Church Year/Trinity 26 November 18, 2007 Matthew 25:31-46 TITLE: “Sheep do Sheepy Things” Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus … Continue reading

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Trinity 26/Second-Last – Matthew 25:31-46

Gently revised from 2003. In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit The end is near. Jesus Christ will return visibly soon. Our future came from our lips a moment ago: The … Continue reading

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Notes for Trinity 26/Second-Last Sunday – Matthew 25:31-46

Paul Lindemann, “The Sermon and the Propers” [The Gospel] is the conclusion of our Lord’s discourse two days before His death, in which He instructed His disciples, upon their request, regarding the end of the world. He spoke to comfort … Continue reading

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Trinity 25/Third-Last Sunday – Matthew 24:15-28

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit Human beings crave certainty. This past Tuesday some of us stayed up well past our bedtime to see who would be elected to national, … Continue reading

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