Descriptions of the approaching Holy Spirit suggest that the Spirit comes from above. At Jesus’ baptism, the Spirit descends from heaven like a dove, today in the Book of Acts the Spirit falls upon and is poured out as if all along the Spirit was...
As Lutherans, we profess to believe and also understand some things quite clearly. For one, we believe and understand that following the letter of the law is not only improbable, but impossible. Second, we believe and understand that faith relies on grace. Without grace, which...
Listen to a summary of the first reading. It sounds so much like what happens between churches and pastors, time and time again. At the start, there is trust. The whole congregation journeys by stages, going along as the LORD commands. Then comes a time...
In short, the book of Acts, chapter 10, verses 38-43 tells Christians all they need to know. To start with, the verses explain why Baptism is considered one of only two sacraments recognized by the church. By definition, a sacrament is something ordained or instituted...