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Amazing version of Amazing Grace

I am starting to see people link to videos of Rhema Marvanne, a 7-year old girl who sings Gospel music. The name Rhema is a Greek word used in the New Testament that means  “word” , “instruction”, or “message” as … Continue reading

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It is God’s nature to make something out of nothing

Psalm 38:21 "Do not forsake me, O Lord! O my God, be not far from me!" "’I am lonely, forsaken by all and despised. Do Thou receive me, and do not forsake me.’ It is God’s nature to make something … Continue reading

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How to Love Difficult People

Throughout the last several weeks we’ve been focusing our attention on what it means to be the kind of peacemakers that Jesus frees us up to be. A big part of our focus in this area has to do with … Continue reading

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Worship Leadership and Bible Study for Sunday November 2nd, 2008

8 AM Service of Holy Communion Communion Assistants: Bev Stobber and Chris Bennet Ushers: Jim and Marilyn Hart 10:20 Service of the Word and Music Acolyte: Joel Vojta Ushers: The Lorangers Offering: The Andersons      Bible Study : Luke 15:1-32 … Continue reading

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We have come among the people to talk about Jesus Christ..

"The word sinner is a theological designation. It is essential to insist on this. It is not a moralistic judgment. It is not a word that places humans somewhere along a continuum ranging from angel to ape, assessing them as … Continue reading

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Jesus Christ brings us grace and peace…..and makes us strong, brave, and humble

The following devotion is from a book entitled  Five minutes a Day with Luther. You can download a free copy of this book in PDF format or order a hard cover version by clicking HERE. This selection reminds us that … Continue reading

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And invitation to help the pastor grow in faith and service…Asking for Correction – Seeking Godly Help

Dear People …and Friends ….of Peace Lutheran As many of you know this week’s sermon was entitled Criticism and the Cross and it was aimed at pointing us to the Cross of Christ and how Christ enables us to overcome … Continue reading

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Where does your heart go in times of trial?

Here is a very helpful article from the folks at Kaleo Church in San Diego that helps you look at your desires and fears in light of the Gospel. God willing this article will help you unmask the idols of … Continue reading

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Pointing our Children to God’s Grace in the Midst of Our Struggles

"It is not hypocritical to ask our children to do things we struggle with doing. It is hypocritical to pretend that we do not struggle. We should show them grace and strength from God for their struggles by modeling humble … Continue reading

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A Clay-Footed People

Here is a good quote from an excellent article on the dangers of idol worship and the blessings of Grace: I’ve got to believe that nothing would profoundly change the focus, direction, praxis, and reflection of each Christian in this … Continue reading

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Why Bother Being a Disciple of Jesus Christ?

  Why should anyone bother to be a Christian?  This is one of those great questions that more and more people seem to be asking these days. And many ask it with a sincere conviction that as a believer you … Continue reading

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The Pastor Recommends ..When Sinners Say “I Do”: Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage

I read a lot of books on marriage and one of the best I have ever come across is the recently published work by Dave Harvey entitled When Sinners Say “I Do”: Discovering the Power of the Gospel for Marriage. … Continue reading

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The Love of God Flows Forth and Bestows Good

The next time find yourself in an unpleasant encounter with a needy person or one who is immersed in sin, or come to the realization that others are having an unpleasant encounter with you and your old sinful self (Romans … Continue reading

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The Picture of Grace is Christ on the Cross

My prayer life has been a little morose lately. I’ve spent a fair amount of time working with, thinking about, and praying for, some people who have fallen into grievous sin. This time spent dealing with sin has increased my … Continue reading

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Divine philanthropy

“Is it possible, Scripture says, for one to repent and be saved? It is absolutely and most certainly the case. What, though, if I have wasted my life in sins and then repent: will I be saved? Yes, indeed! What … Continue reading

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