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Priest and prophet

This week in the devotional “Ein Feste Burg”, a pastor wrote, that all Christians are prophets. Well, I beg to differ. St.Paul differentiates very clearly the various gifts our good Lord Jesus Christ gave to the church and his holy … Continue reading

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The Lord moves his people in marvellous ways…

It´s a gloomy day today. Finally, April lives up to its German reputation: “April, April, der weiß nicht, was er will!” For the past 29 days it´s been sunny skies all the way – and hardly a hint of a … Continue reading

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„Priest and Prophet“ (Georg Merz)

The prophet is compelled to go into the world, before the public; he must dare to fight, he must confront the enemy, he cannot escape having “enemies”. He is obliged to draw sharp lines of difference; he must point his … Continue reading

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LÖHE ON 1. PETER 4,9-10

Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. (1Pe 4:9-10 NIV) All I have is to serve your praise – o … Continue reading

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LÖHE ON JOHN 17:4 AND 2.CORINTHIANS 9:11

I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me to do. (Joh 17:4 NIV) and You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion. (2Co 9:11 NIV) … Continue reading

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