– A Devotion on John 1:1 (ESV) “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” Reflection: John’s Gospel reveals that Jesus Christ is not only fully human but fully divine—the eternal Word through whom all things were created. As Luther emphasized, Read more…
2 Corinthians 12:9 (ESV): “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” We often strive to be strong, Read more…
“Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.” Called to Bless, Not to Curse The world teaches us to fight back, to defend ourselves, and to make sure no one takes Read more…
Mark 4:9 ESV “And he said, ‘He who has ears to hear, let him hear.’” Reflection: Jesus concludes the Parable of the Sower with this call, emphasizing the importance of truly listening to God’s Word. This “hearing” is not merely with our physical ears but with a receptive heart, allowing Read more…
Devotion for Psalm 119:12 (ESV) Reflection: Psalm 119 is a profound celebration of God’s Word, and verse 12 focuses on the psalmist’s praise and dependence on God’s instruction. The psalmist acknowledges the Lord as the source of all wisdom and truth, expressing a deep desire to be taught His statutes. Read more…
Scripture:“For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, ‘Fear not, I am the one who helps you.’” (Isaiah 41:13, ESV) Devotion: In this beautiful verse, God speaks directly to His people, offering both reassurance and strength. The image of God holding Read more…
“Then Philip opened his mouth, and beginning with this Scripture he told him the good news about Jesus.” The story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch reminds us of the incredible power of the Word of God and our calling to share it. Philip, guided by the Holy Spirit, meets Read more…
Micah 5:2 (ESV) “But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days.” Reflection:Micah 5:2 is a profound prophecy Read more…
Devotion:Jesus’ words in this verse are part of His teaching in the Sermon on the Mount, where He calls His followers to focus their lives on the things of eternal value. As Lutherans, we understand this verse as a profound call to examine what we treasure most deeply, for our Read more…
2 Corinthians 5:18 (ESV)“All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.” Reflection:In this verse, Paul reminds us that the work of reconciliation—of bringing sinful humanity back into a right relationship with God—is entirely from God. It is God who Read more…