“…we have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, the Righteous; and He is the PROPITIATION for our sins, and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.” — I John 2:1-2 During the holy …
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Looking Forward to the Savior’s Suffering and Death
“From that time forth began Jesus to show unto His disciples how that He must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised again the third day.” …
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Christ Manifested as our Divine Prophet in His Epiphany
“No man hath seen God at any time. The only-begotten Son, which is in the bosom of the Father, He hath declared Him.” —John 1:18 The word “Epiphany” means “manifestation” or “appearing;” and although we date the holy Epiphany season …
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The Sunday After Christmas on Luke 2:25-35
Initial Sermon delivered by Seminarian Daniel P. Mensing in Oak Forest on The Sunday After Christmas on Luke 2:25-35 In the Name of Jesus Christ, our newborn Savior, dearly beloved hearers of His precious Word: This Sunday falls between two …
The Glad Tidings of Christmas
And the angel said unto them, “Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is …
First Sunday in Advent on Matthew 21:1-9
Initial Sermon preached by Seminarian David J. Mensing in Oak Forest, Illinois on Sunday, December 2, 2012 First Sunday in Advent Matthew 21:1-9 (Standard Gospel) In the Name of Jesus Christ, the Savior and gracious King of His Church, dearly …
Anticipating the Advent of Christ
“Now when John had heard in the prison the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples and said unto Him, ‘Art Thou He that should come, or do we look for another?’ Jesus answered and said unto them, …
Our Thanksgiving for God’s Gift of Martin Luther
“And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labor among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you; and to esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake; and be at peace among yourselves.” …
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From our cherished past…
RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS April 8, 1964 Re: Brotherly Cooperation in Our Conference Work In connection with the C. L. U. report, with overtures being made to other Lutherans, and in connection with plans for the annual convention, …
A Look Ahead on the New Seminary Year
“And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.” — II Timothy 2:2 This directive of the Apostle Paul to Timothy is …