Tag Archives: Devil

On Straying Humanity: Cyril of Alexandria on John 10

Posted on April 25, 2009 by Christopher Esget

The Gospel for Misericordias Domini is John 10.11-16. St. Cyril of Alexandria comments on the image of mankind as wandering sheep, having fallen prey to two wolves, the devil and death. The following excerpt is taken from the Ancient Christian … Continue reading →

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Homily for Judica

Posted on March 4, 2008 by William Weedon

Jesus nails it. He puts it in such simple words: “I do not have a devil, but I honor my Father and you dishonor me. Yet I do not seek my own glory.” And that right there is what set … Continue reading →

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Sermon for Oculi – Comfort for those in fear of the devil

Posted on February 24, 2008 by Pastor Beisel

It’s a little bit late in coming, but… Sermon for Oculi Text: St. Luke 11:14-28 Rev. Paul L. Beisel When you look around at the world today, there doesn’t seem to be much evidence of Christ’s victory over the devil … Continue reading →

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Lent 1 – Invocabit Sermon (2007)

Posted on February 6, 2008 by ToddPeperkorn

Todd A. Peperkorn, STM Messiah Lutheran Church Kenosha, Wisconsin Invocabit Sunday (Lent 1) Genesis 3:1-21, 2 Corinthians 6:1-10, St. Matthew 4:1-11 TITLE: “God’s Devil and Jesus’ Temptation” Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus … Continue reading →

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Church Fathers on Invocabit – Lent I

Posted on February 3, 2008 by ToddPeperkorn

When the devil tempts me, my heart is comforted and my faith is strengthened, because I know Him who for my sake has overcome the devil, and that He comes to me to be my help and my comfort.

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