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The God Who Relieves Every Burden

The imprecatory psalms are like release valves for hurting souls. Their stanzas are God-given spaces in which we can bear our soul’s torment.

By Brad Gray 01/17/22

Essays on Preaching

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Epiphany: The Father Unwraps the Gift of His Son

Jesus' cross is for dull shepherds and bright magi. It is for the whole world. It is for you.

By John T. Pless 01/15/22

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Epistle: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a (Epiphany 3: Series C)

The gift is God’s and not ours, and the fact that any of us have any role to play at all in the Body of Christ is an amazing grace.

By Travis Scholl 01/15/22

Lectionary: Series C

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Old Testament: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 (Epiphany 3: Series C)

Thus, the people weep and mourn, but they are told to cease with their mourning and rejoice and celebrate as a festival without worry or care, for the day is holy to the LORD who is their refuge and strength.

By Jeffrey Pulse 01/15/22

To declare and defend the Good News that we are forgiven
and free on account of Christ alone.

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