Category Archives: Trinity

Johann Gerhard on Trinity 20 – Matthew 22:1-14

It is not amiss to understand this wedding as the spiritual union of the Church and each and every believing soul with Christ…. Nonetheless, since the call of the Christian Church is presented to us in the words of the … Continue reading

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Powerful Luther Quote for Trinity 20

When either in conscience or on Judgment Day such roguish Christians are addressed in this way (Matthew 22:12), then, says the Lord, they will have nary a word to answer; they will be unable to offer any excuse. For what … Continue reading

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Sermon for Trinity 18

Sermon on St. Matthew 22:34-46 Trinity 18  + In the Name of Jesus + A Gentile once asked a famous Rabbi to explain the entire Law while standing on one foot. The Rabbi replied, “What is hateful to you, to … Continue reading

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Sermon for Trinity 17

Sermon on St. Luke 14:1-11 Trinity 17 + In the Name of Jesus + Blessed is everyone who will eat bread in the kingdom of God! Just before today’s Gospel Lesson, Jesus talked about the feast of salvation in the … Continue reading

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Sermon for Trinity 16

Sermon on St. Luke 7:11-17 The Widow’s Son at Nain Trinity XVI + Jesu Juva + She was the mother of the dead. We all expect to bury our parents. This woman had probably already grieved over both parents. We … Continue reading

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