Advent

Gospel: Mark 1:1-8 (Advent 2: Series B)

12/10/23

13 mins

By Peter Nafzger

Mark reminds us in this text that John was a redirection specialist. Come to think of it, so are you.
Gospel: Mark 13:24-37 (Advent 1: Series B)

12/03/23

14 mins

By Peter Nafzger

As we do our part in the mission of our Master, we join with all believers to keep a constant and uninterrupted vigil until the great day of His return.
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)

12/10/22

11 mins

By Peter Nafzger

Matthew makes it abundantly clear that Joseph lacked one thing: Control. He may have been the titular head of his emerging household, but he was clearly not in charge. God was, as God always is.
Gospel: Matthew 11:2-15 (Advent 3: Series A)

12/03/22

14 mins

By Peter Nafzger

John the Baptist’s question in our text offers you an opportunity to help your congregation take seriously the doubts experienced by those who live by faith.
Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12 (Advent 2: Series A)

11/26/22

12 mins

By Peter Nafzger

The Lord is coming, that much is certain. He is coming to reign, not only over the heavens, but also over the members of your congregation.
Gospel: Luke 1: 39-56 (Advent 4: Series C)

12/12/21

10 mins

By Peter Nafzger

The creation of this word reminds us that the Magnificat, like Christmas itself, is charged from the start with joy and praise.
Gospel: Luke 7:18-28 (29-35) (Advent 3: Series C)

12/05/21

12 mins

By Peter Nafzger

Sometimes it is the unnamed characters in the Bible who can most help present-day readers find their own place in the biblical story.
Gospel: Luke 3:1-20 (Advent 2: Series C)

11/28/21

12 mins

By Peter Nafzger

Like Isaiah and John, we look forward to that great and glorious day, trusting the resurrected One will return as He promised.
Gospel: Luke 1:26-38 (Advent 4: Series B)

12/13/20

12 mins

By Peter Nafzger

At the center of this gospel reading is a conversation. It was of the memorable variety. It involved a peasant girl from a small town and a mighty messenger from God.
Gospel: John 1:6-8, 19-20 (Advent 3: Series B)

12/06/20

11 mins

By Peter Nafzger

Whatever else may come, however worse it may get, the light has come and will come again.
Gospel: Mark 1:1-8 (Advent 2: Series B)

11/29/20

10 mins

By Peter Nafzger

Mark makes no effort to impress listeners or win votes. His voice aims only to prepare those who hear it for the coming of the Lord.
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)

12/16/19

9 mins

By Peter Nafzger

Unlike Luke, who provides most of the parts for the children’s program (the shepherds, the angel hosts, the innkeeper, and the animals), Matthew’s version is rated “M” for mature.

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