1. Everything in Scripture is God revealing himself to his people, you and me.
  2. No matter how far away they wander, God always hears the prayers of his children.
  3. What I desperately needed was not to preach to myself, but to listen to a preacher—not to take myself in hand, but to be taken in the hands of the Almighty.
  4. Sing of Jesus’ Easter victory for you, and watch Satan flee with his worries and cares!
  5. Christ's words of exclusive salvation are not just a warning but a sure promise for you.
  6. This is an excerpt from part two of “On Any Given Sunday: The Story of Christ in the Divine Service” by Mike Berg (1517 Publishing, 2023).
  7. Only by accurately and honestly reporting the views of those with whom we disagree can we then properly address and refute them. This is the approach Solberg has taken.
  8. Dear hearers of the word of God, you are finished. You cannot be the same now. All that is ended, over.
  9. By mandating the promise, Christ states something stronger than just an invitation.
  10. Maundy Thursday is your big night. For the Passover Lamb is given for you, given to you.
  11. What is undoubtedly true, however, is that St. Peter wasn’t left outside. He wasn’t left weeping. He was restored, as am I, as are you.
  12. You are not alone if you find it difficult to wrap your mind around the auspices of the Old Testament sacrificial system.