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Mark 12:28-34 – Love, Law, & the Incurvatus in Se

This is a passage that we each learn in confirmation.  What is the heart of the law?  Love of God, and love of neighbor.  But why is love the heart of the law?  Well that’s simple enough.  All of the … Continue reading

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Luke 4:1-13 – “A City Under Siege”

You have heard me speak again and again about what it means to be an evangelist; to go to your neighbors – not arguing or convincing – but simply proclaiming what you know is true – that Jesus Christ died … Continue reading

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Psalm 99 – “Holy is He!”

HOLY IS HE!  These words of the Psalmist set God apart, literally.  When we think of holiness, we think of conducting ourselves in a way that is pleasing to God.  We think that if we can be a little more … Continue reading

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Luke 4:31-44 – “The Power of Authority”

Most of you know that in addition to being the pastor of Pioneer Lutheran Church, and Director of Information Services for ILT, I am a librarian.  In fact, by training I am a theological librarian and information scientist.  Librarians in … Continue reading

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