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“What does this mean?” This question might sound familiar to anyone who has spent time studying Luther’s Small Catechism. This same question was asked by many in the crowd on the Day of Pentecost, as recorded in Acts 2. As the people hear and see these miraculous events, they are amazed and perplexed, asking one another, “What does this mean?” In the verses that follow, Peter gives an explanation from the Old Testament. He proclaims that God has fulfilled His promise to “pour out His Spirit o...

The second Sunday in May is set aside as a day to honor one of God's greatest gifts to humankind, Mothers. Mother's Day was first celebrated at a service in Philadelphia in 1907. The day was the idea of Anna Jarvis, a schoolteacher in Philadelphia. This is certainly not a religious holiday, but it is a day that draws our attention to one of God's greatest blessings. It is good that we remember the influence our mothers had as we were growing up. To those mothers who are raising young children...

Today on Confirmation Day, these young people stand on their own and express for themselves the faith they now confirm in themselves… a faith that is Christ centered and cross focused lived out in a community of believers that loves God and neighbor. This is the faith that our confirmands confirm themselves today at 10:30am worship. The same faith they received by the grace of God through the water and Word of baptism as the sponsors and parents expressed the faith for them.

Our Bible Reading of the Day is Mark 4:35–41. “Peace! Be still!” (v. 39). With this simple command, Jesus proclaims His power over a storm strong enough to shake even these experienced fishermen. With the disciples, we must ask, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey Him?” (v. 41). Jesus is making it clear that He, who was present at creation, is Lord over all, including the wind and the waves.

Our Bible Reading of the Day is Matthew 6:25-34. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminds His listeners not to worry about things they cannot control. The birds of the air and the flowers of the field serve as examples of God’s continuing care for His creation. Likewise, we have no need for worry or anxiousness because God provides and cares for us.

Our Bible Reading of the Day is John 2:1-11. While a guest at a wedding in Cana, Jesus’ mother asks Him to assist the wedding hosts, who have run out of wine. In Jesus’ first recorded miracle, He changes a large volume of plain water into wine that is superior to what has already been served. It is the first sign that Jesus did to point to who He is as the Son of God. Those who witness this miracle marvel at what He has done.