Christ the King Free Lutheran Rev. Sam Wellumson

The Scripture readings are Genesis 11:1-9; Acts 2:1-21, 36; John 14:23-31.

Pentecost is about the sounds, not the sights. It’s about the audible rather than the visible. The work of the Holy Spirit is not in what is seen but in what is heard.

The Scripture readings are Ezekiel 36:22-28; 1 Peter 4:7-11; John 15:26-16:4. 

It is extremely easy for us to put assign horrible motives on people who sin against us. But you know what is just as easy? To put the most charitable construction on their actions. Covering up of sin through love is a distinct virtue of Christians.

The Scripture readings are Numbers 21:4-9; James 1:22-27; John 16:23-33. 

God’s sovereignty and the power of prayer seem to be incompatible. But they aren’t. The reason you ask and God responds is His love for you. Jesus says, “Ask in My name. I don’t need to ask the Father for you because the Father Himself loves you.”

The Scripture readings are Isaiah 12:1-6; James 1:16-21; and John 16:5-15. 

The Holy Spirit’s work is to guide you into these truths and convictions. The Spirit will convince you of your sin so you will believe in Jesus, convince you of the righteousness you have been given, and convince you of the judgment of the devil.

The Scripture readings are Isaiah 40:25-31; 1 John 3:1-3; and John 16:16-22. 

It can be dangerous to look to the past and troubling to think about the future. Let your past, present, and future be seen through the lens of God’s love which has made you His beloved child.

Sermon for Easter 3. The Scripture readings are Ezekiel 34:11-16; 1 Peter 2:21-25; and John 10:11-18. 

Jesus’ voice, which calls to you from the Scriptures, is how you recognize Him. Jesus, your Good Shepherd, leads and what follows you? His goodness and mercy follow you all the days of your life, and you will dwell in His house forever (Ps. 23:6).