The Day of Pentecost
Acts 2:7-8 “The 50th Day Effect”
Just as the Holy Spirit calls us to faith, He enables us to proclaim the word of God. The frightened disciples all of a sudden become brave and preached to all locals and visitors. The Holy Spirit simultaneously translated into 15 languages, what the disciples were saying.
Seventh Sunday of Easter
Revelation 22:20
In today’s Gospel reading Jesus prays for His disciples and He prays for all believers (John 17). He knows the church on earth must battle sin and its effect every day. The church works hard proclaiming the Gospel and sighs: “Come, Lord Jesus.”
Sixth Sunday of Easter
John 5:2-3
We have in our worship services on Sunday, residents of three Bethesda group homes. We have the privilege to “Bring them to Jesus.” In our Gospel reading Jesus goes to Bethesda and heals one resident. He continues to heal all who come to Him.
Fifth Sunday of Easter
John 13:34-35
Like a wise parent teaches his/her children by word and example, so our dear Savior commands us to love, then shows us how that is done. He died for all who hated Him. He died for the mockers, for those who tortured Him. He even prayed, “Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing.”
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Revelation 7:17
Here the Evangelist and Apostle John shares a vision of Heaven which Jesus granted him. The throng arrayed in white, the angels, the four living creatures and the lamb on his throne! Oh, that we were there!