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Robert Farrar Capon on Advent 1 – Matthew 21:1-9

The mystery that Jesus is sacramentalizing by riding triumphally into Jerusalem on the back of a donkey is his parousia, his coming as a king in peace and as a judge in vindication. Had he been coming as a king … Continue reading

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Ad te levavi (Advent 1)

When sin entered the world, so did death. And every child born of woman breaths the poisoned air of our world. And when those children grow older, all, without exception, act according to a selfish heart, an envious heart, a … Continue reading

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Advent 1 – Matthew 21:1-9

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit             Jesus did not sneak into Jerusalem under the cover of darkness and asked to be hung on a cross. He had to enter … Continue reading

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Sermon for Advent I

Sermon on St. Matthew 21:1-9 The Triumphant Entry Advent I 28 November 2010 + Jesu Juva + “Behold, your King is coming to you.” – St. Matthew 21:5 “‘Behold, the days are coming,’ declares the Lord.” These words from Jeremiah … Continue reading

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Advent 1 – Matthew 21:1-9

In the Name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit When Lutherans gather to eat, someone usually says, “Let’s pray together the common table prayer.” Everyone bows their heads and folds their hands…and does … Continue reading

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