Tag Archives: Jesus Christ

To destroy the works of the devil…

Looking forward to the 1st Sunday in Lent: “Invocavit”, which gives us the purpose of our Lord´s going up to Jerusalem, suffering and dying on the cross: For this purpose the Son of God was revealed: to destroy the works … Continue reading

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God will send the prophet You want (Dt.18,16)

Dr. Martin Luther continues his commentary on Deuteronomy 18 verse 16: “Just as you desired of the Lord your God at Horeb” – translated by Richard R. Caemmerer in Luther´s Works Volume 9, pages 180-182: We read nothing about any … Continue reading

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Jesus grants, what Moses demands… (ML on Dt.18,15)

Dr. Martin Luther continues his commentary on Deuteronomy 18 verse 15: “The Lord Your God will raise up for You a prophet like me from among You, from Your brethren – Him You shall heed” – translated by Richard R. … Continue reading

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Sing to the Lord a new song…

Sing to the Lord a new song, for he performs amazing deeds.His right hand and his mighty arm accomplish deliverance.The Lord demonstrates his power to deliver; in the sight of the nations he reveals his justice.He remains loyal and faithful to the family of … Continue reading

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Lessons for the 18th Sunday after Trinity

The watchword for the 18th Sunday after Trinity: And he has given us this command: Anyone who loves God must also love their brother and sister. (1Jo 4:21 NIV) Introit is from Psalm 122:  “I was glad when they said … Continue reading

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Sermon during Morning Prayer: 1 Peter 1,13-19   

In Nomine Iesu. Amen  13 Therefore, preparing your minds for action,[a] and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14 As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, 15 but as … Continue reading

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Herrenhuter readings for Tuesday, the 2nd February 2016

“Thou didst cause judgment to be heard from heaven; the earth feared, and was still, When God arose to judgment, to save all the meek of the earth. Selah. (Psa 76:8-9 KJV) “For the eyes of the Lord are over … Continue reading

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Herrenhuter readings for Monday, the 1st February 2016

The holy prophet Moses writes: “I prayed therefore unto the LORD, and said, O Lord GOD, destroy not thy people and thine inheritance, which thou hast redeemed through thy greatness, which thou hast brought forth out of Egypt with a … Continue reading

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Gelobet seist Du, Jesu Christ…

Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ, Daß du Mensch geboren bist Von einer Jungfrau, das ist wahr; Des freuet sich der Engel Schar. Kyrieleis! Des ew’gen Vaters einzig Kind Jetzt man in der Krippen findt, In unser armes Fleisch und Blut Verkleidet sich das ewig Gut. Kyrieleis! Den aller … Continue reading

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Morning Prayer on St. Michael’s Holiday

This mornings sermon on St.Michael’s Holiday on Revelation 12:7-12a was preached by Rev. Dr. Karl Böhmer in the chapel of St.Timothy at the Lutheran Theological Seminary in Tshwane (Pretoria, South Africa). Here it is for your convenience and edification: Revelation 12

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