Text: Matthew 2:1-12   The blessings of our God, whose Word is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path. Amen. I was in getting my shoes shined yesterday before presiding at a wedding, and I struck up a conversation with the shop owner. “So, you busy these days?” “Yeah, lots of … Continue reading Sermon: Sunday, January 4, 2009: Epiphany of the Lord (transferred) →

Text: John 1:1-14   I made some good friends the year I lived in Philadelphia. I was in Philly for my “Lutheran Year,” the year you’re required to complete if you attend a non-Lutheran seminary. I’d just finished my internship in New Jersey, and I would only be in Philadelphia for nine months but during … Continue reading Sermon: Thursday, December 25, 2008: Christmas Day →

Texts: Isaiah 9:2-7  ;  Luke 2:1-20 In the name of Jesus, the light of the world. Amen. Growing up, my sister was afraid of the dark. Each night the pattern was the same: my parents would tuck her in, kneel at her bedside to say prayers, and turn off the lights. “Leave the hall light … Continue reading Sermon: Wednesday, December 24, 2008: Christmas Eve →