Redemption made Manifest Not merely performing a drama The redemptive body and blood of Christ are made new again In this sanctuary the most precious treasure in the world is delivered to us What happens here in the Divine Service, and throughout the church year, is not some sort of a theatrical play or a dramatic retelling of history. Holy Week, beginning…

True Christian Joy The Sorrows of life Worldly Joy Godly Joy Alleluia! Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! “Truly, truly, I say to you, you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice. You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn into joy.” You will be sorrowful, Jesus says. There are some people who really embrace that, and…

The Good Shepherd’s Voice Significance of shepherds throughout history and today Shepherds lead and defend the sheep Jesus is the Good Shepherd who leads us with His voice and defends us with His life Pastors are shepherds Alleluia! Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Jesus said: “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me. I…