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Sermon by Thomas Diaz from worship at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14, Psalm 93, Revelation 1:4b-8 and John 18:33-37. Watch the sermon on YouTube. Please consider pledging to All Saints Church at https://allsaints-pas.org/pledge/, or donate to support the mission and ministries of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/giving/. Any donation, big or small, is appreciated! Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/AllSaintsPasadena/. Follow us on Instagram at #allsaintspas. Check out the rest of our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/allsaintspasadena1/videos. Subscribe, like, get notifications every time we post! Enjoy our extensive archive of stimulating and inspiring content!

Fr. John Christian's Homily for the Solemnity of of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 2024, Readings: Daniel 7:13-14, Psalm 93, Revelation 1:5-8, John 18:33b-37 Intro/Outro music from "by Daylight" from www.epidemicsound.com

Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 | Psalm 93 | Revelation 1:4b-8 | John 18:33-37. Preached for the Last Sunday after Pentecost (2024-11-24).

Fr. John Christian's Homily for the 33rd Sunday In Ordinary Time 2024, Readings: Daniel 12:1-3, Psalm 16, Hebrews 10:11-14, 18, Mark 13:24-32 Intro/Outro music from "by Daylight" from www.epidemicsound.com

The Twenty-sixth Sunday after Pentecost   Text: Mark 13:1-13   Theme: "Is It Getting Better or Worse?"   Readings: Daniel 12:1-3, Hebrews 10:11-25, Mark 13:1-13   Rev. Daniel Redhage   Trinity Lutheran Church   The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod   Lowden, Iowa

Readings: Daniel 12:1-3 | Psalm 16 | Hebrews 10:11-25 | Mark 13:1-8. Preached for the 26th Sunday after Pentecost (2024-11-17).

In this episode, we delve into the stories of Nebuchadnezzar and Belshazzar, two Babylonian kings who faced God's judgment. We examine Nebuchadnezzar's 7-year humiliation and eventual acknowledgment of God's sovereignty. We discuss Belshazzar's misuse of sacred items from the Jerusalem Temple during a feast, which leads to his downfall and the end of his kingdom. The Babylonian Empire falls and the Medo-Persian Empire rises. Soon, Cyrus king of Persia issues an edict allowing the return of the exiles to the Land of Canaan.Readings: Daniel 4:28-37, Daniel 5:1-31, 2 Chronicles 36:22-23, Hebrews 12:5-11Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App!Support the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgThis episode primarily uses the ESV Bible translation, but may also use CSB, NASB, and NKJV.Search Tags: bible, beginner, bible verse, god, verse of the day, prayer, jesus, bible study, scripture, learn, bible introduction, introduction, intro to the bible, introduction to the bible, beginner bible, bible overview, how to read the bible, what is the bible about, bible story, bible stories, what is the bible, ...

We look into the prophecies of the book of Daniel, discuss the foretelling of major world empires and the future establishment of God's kingdom on Earth. We explore how God's sovereignty stands behind the narrative, and that he reigns still even over disobedient rulers.We look at the nature of prophecy, its challenges, and its significance in understanding the coming of the king.Readings: Daniel 4:34-37, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:19-21Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App!Support the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgThis episode primarily uses the ESV Bible translation, but may also use CSB, NASB, and NKJV.Search Tags: bible, beginner, bible verse, god, verse of the day, prayer, jesus, bible study, scripture, learn, bible introduction, introduction, intro to the bible, introduction to the bible, beginner bible, bible overview, how to read the bible, what is the bible about, bible story, bible stories, what is the bible, ...

We explore the visions of Daniel and King Nebuchadnezzar, which foretell the rise and fall of future kingdoms, culminating in the establishment of God's eternal kingdom. We gain insights into God's sovereignty and His plan for the world. Daniel's life and visions provide a hopeful perspective for those living in challenging times, reminding us of God's ultimate rule.Readings: Daniel 2:31-45, Daniel 7: 1-28Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App!Support the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @biblelitTwitter: @bible_litFacebook: @biblelitEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.orgThis episode primarily uses the ESV Bible translation, but may also use CSB, NASB, and NKJV.Search Tags: bible, beginner, bible verse, god, verse of the day, prayer, jesus, bible study, scripture, learn, bible introduction, introduction, intro to the bible, introduction to the bible, beginner bible, bible overview, how to read the bible, what is the bible about, bible story, bible stories, what is the bible, ...

Order of Divine Service, p.7   The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal Hymn: “Christ Jesus Lay in Death's Strong Bands” (The Augustana Service Book and Hymnal #29, LW 123, TLH 195) Readings:  Daniel 3:8-28, Acts 13:26-33, St. Luke 24:36-49 Hymn “I Am Content! My Jesus Ever Lives”  LW 145, TLH 196 Sermon --Michael D. Henson, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church (Herrin, IL). Service Bulletin: Easter-Monday-Insert-4-1-2024.pdf https://vimeo.com/929306896?share=copy

Week 31 Scripture Readings : Daniel 4-12 Haggai 1-2 Zechariah 1-14

Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 Psalm 97:1-2, 5-6, 9 2 Peter 1:16-19 Matthew 17:1-9 High on the holy mountain in today's Gospel, the true identity of Jesus is fully revealed in His transfiguration. Standing between Moses and the prophet Elijah, Jesus is the bridge that joins the Law of Moses to the prophets and psalms (see Luke 24:24–27). As Moses did, Jesus climbs a mountain with three named friends and beholds God's glory in a cloud (see Exodus 24:1, 9, 15). As Elijah did, He hears God's voice on the mountain (see 1 Kings 19:8–19). Elijah was prophesied to return as the herald of the Messiah and the Lord's new covenant (see Malachi 3:1, 23–24). Jesus is revealed today as that Messiah. By His death and resurrection, which He intimates today to the Apostles, He makes a new covenant with all creation. The majestic voice declares Jesus to be God's own beloved Son, in whom the Father is well pleased (see Psalm 2:7). God here gives us a glimpse of His inner life. In the cloud of the Holy Spirit, the Father reveals His love for the Son, and invites us to share in that love as His beloved sons and daughters. Shadowed by the clouds of heaven, His clothes dazzling white, Jesus is the Son of Man whom Daniel foresees being enthroned in today's First Reading. He is the king, the Lord of all the earth, as we sing in today's Psalm. But is He truly the Lord of our hearts and minds? The last word God speaks from heaven today is a command—“Listen to Him” (see Deuteronomy 18:15–19). The Word of the Lord should be like a lamp shining in the darkness of our days, as Peter tells us in today's Second Reading. How well are we listening? Do we attend to His word each day? Let us today rededicate ourselves to listening. Let us hear Him as the word of life, the bright morning star of divine life waiting to arise in our hearts (see Revelation 2:28; 22:16).

Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 Psalm 97:1-2, 5-6, 9 2 Peter 1:16-19 Matthew 17:1-9 High on the holy mountain in today's Gospel, the true identity of Jesus is fully revealed in His transfiguration. Standing between Moses and the prophet Elijah, Jesus is the bridge that joins the Law of Moses to the prophets and psalms (see Luke 24:24–27). As Moses did, Jesus climbs a mountain with three named friends and beholds God's glory in a cloud (see Exodus 24:1, 9, 15). As Elijah did, He hears God's voice on the mountain (see 1 Kings 19:8–19). Elijah was prophesied to return as the herald of the Messiah and the Lord's new covenant (see Malachi 3:1, 23–24). Jesus is revealed today as that Messiah. By His death and resurrection, which He intimates today to the Apostles, He makes a new covenant with all creation. The majestic voice declares Jesus to be God's own beloved Son, in whom the Father is well pleased (see Psalm 2:7). God here gives us a glimpse of His inner life. In the cloud of the Holy Spirit, the Father reveals His love for the Son, and invites us to share in that love as His beloved sons and daughters. Shadowed by the clouds of heaven, His clothes dazzling white, Jesus is the Son of Man whom Daniel foresees being enthroned in today's First Reading. He is the king, the Lord of all the earth, as we sing in today's Psalm. But is He truly the Lord of our hearts and minds? The last word God speaks from heaven today is a command—“Listen to Him” (see Deuteronomy 18:15–19). The Word of the Lord should be like a lamp shining in the darkness of our days, as Peter tells us in today's Second Reading. How well are we listening? Do we attend to His word each day? Let us today rededicate ourselves to listening. Let us hear Him as the word of life, the bright morning star of divine life waiting to arise in our hearts (see Revelation 2:28; 22:16).

Servants of HopePeter - Even if...This week, we are exploring Servants of Hope.Five people that have a story of faith and hope in the love of Jesus.

March 29, 2023 Readings: Daniel 3:14-20, 91-92, 95; Daniel 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56; John 8:31-42 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032923.cfm 

March 14, 2023 Readings: Daniel 3:25, 34-43; Psalm 25:4-5ab, 6, 7bc, 8-9; Matthew 18:21-35 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031423.cfm 

Shadrach, Meshach and AbednegoThis week we are looking at different stories in the bible where people put God as their number one priority and today we are looking at  Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego.

Father Shawn McCain Tirres November 6, 2022 For more information about our church visit www.rezaustin.com. You can subscribe to our newsletter or click on "Get in Touch" to connect with us. Today's Readings: Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18 Psalm 149 Ephesians 1:11-23 Luke 6:20-31

Preached for the Feast of All Saints (2022-11-06). Readings: Daniel 7:1-3,15-18 | Psalm 149 | Ephesians 1:11-23 | Luke 6:20-31

November 6, 2022. We who grieve on this All Saints' Day, who feel overwhelmed by the beasts and brokenness of this world, can rest in the promise of resurrection.Readings: Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18, Ephesians 1:11-23

Title - All Saints Day Description - If we live we live to the Lord, if we die we die to the Lord, so whether we live or die we are the Lords, how then shall we live? Readings: Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18 Psalm 149 Luke 6:20-31 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

Many times, we don't understand the depth and or weight of the vision that God gives us as Christians/Believers and His children. But that's why we have to seek Him, we have to understand that whatever God gives us, is way(x10) beyond us and our generation, but for generations to come. On the other hand, those of us who do some understanding undermine that we can even be used in the capacity that God is revealing to us. We literally tell God (who created us) that we aren't capable enough, smart enough, or 'holy' enough when God just wants us to come exactly as we are and allow Him to do the rest. He just wants a willing vessel. So let's dive in! ***************************************************************************** Be sure to subscribe and share this podcast. Leave us a rating and comments. Readings: *Daniel 10: 14 *Exodus 3 *Jeremiah 29:11

Readings: Daniel 10: 10-13 Psalm 145: 8-13 John 10: 31-39

Readings: Daniel 9:20- and Luke 1:5-25 Listen to Pastor Rob's message on Sunday, November 28, 2021.

November 27, 2021 Readings: Daniel 7:15-27; Daniel 3:82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87; Luke 21:34-36 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112721.cfm 

November 26, 2021 Readings: Daniel 7:2-14; Daniel 3:75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81; Luke 21:29-33 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112621.cfm 

21 November 2021 - Feast of Christ the King - Who is God? Do we really know him? Can we really trust him? Deacon Rosemary Saunders encourages us to ask God the tough questions, the questions that cause us to grope for God. The eternal King will answer, perhaps not in a way we want, but in a way to reminds us that he is for us and not against us. Readings: Daniel 7:1-9; Psalm 93; Revelation 1:4-8; John 18:33-38 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

November 23, 2021 Readings: Daniel 2:31-45; Daniel 3:57, 58, 59, 60, 61; Luke 21:5-11 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112321.cfm 

Msgr. McCarron's Homily for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King 2021, Readings: Daniel 7:13-14, Psalm 93,Revelation 1:5-8, John 18:33b-37 Intro/Outro music from "Together We Can" from www.epidemicsound.com

Preached for the last Sunday after Pentecost - Christ the King (2021-11-21). Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 | Psalm 93 | Revelation 1:4b-8 | John 18:33-37

Preached for the Last Sunday after Pentecost - Christ the King (2021-11-21). Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 | Psalm 93 | Revelation 1:4b-8 | John 18:33-37

"Hope and faithfulness can feel like fleeting things, like foolishness when our lives and our world are in turmoil." The Rev. Thomas Honderich preaches on the 25th Sunday after Pentecost (November 14, 2021). Readings: Daniel 12:1-3; Psalm 16; Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18) 19-25; Mark 13:1-8

Msgr. Michael McCarron's Homily for the 33rd Sunday In Ordinary Time 2021, Readings: Daniel 12:1-3, Psalm 16, Hebrews 10:11-14, 18, Mark 13:24-32 Intro/Outro music from "Together We Can" from www.epidemicsound.com

Preached for the 25th Sunday after Pentecost (2021-11-14). Readings: Daniel 12:1-3 | Psalm 16 | Hebrews 10:11-25 | Mark 13:1-8

Preached for the 25th Sunday after Pentecost (2021-11-14). Readings: Daniel 12:1-3 | Psalm 16 | Hebrews 10:11-25 | Mark 13:1-8

Readings* Daniel 12:1–3* Psalm 16* Hebrews 10:11–25* Mark 13:1–13ReaderCorey J. MahlerCopyright NoticesUnless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Unless otherwise indicated, all quotations from the Lutheran Confessions are from Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, copyright © 2005, 2006 by Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. All rights reserved. To purchase a copy of Concordia, call 800-325-3040.Support the show (https://confident.faith/)

Readings: Daniel 12:1-3 Psalm 16:5,8-11 Hebrews 10:11-14,18 Mark 13:24-32 In this, the second-to-last week of the Church year, Jesus has finally made it to Jerusalem. Near to His passion and death, He gives us a teaching of hope—telling us how it will be when He returns again in glory. Today's Gospel is taken from the end of a long discourse in which He describes tribulations the likes of which haven't been seen “since the beginning of God's creation” (see Mark 13:9). He describes what amounts to a dissolution of God's creation, a “devolution” of the world to its original state of formlessness and void. First, human community—nations and kingdoms—will break down (see Mark 13:7–8). Then the earth will stop yielding food and begin to shake apart (13:8). Next, the family will be torn apart from within and the last faithful individuals will be persecuted (13:9–13). Finally, the Temple will be desecrated, the earth emptied of God's presence (13:14). In today's reading, God is described putting out the lights that He established in the sky in the very beginning—the sun, the moon and the stars (see also Isaiah 13:10; 34:4). Into this “uncreated” darkness, the Son of Man, in whom all things were made, will come. Jesus has already told us that the Son of Man must be humiliated and killed (see Mark 8:31). Here He describes His ultimate victory, using royal-divine images drawn from the Old Testament—clouds, glory, and angels (see Daniel 7:13). He shows Himself to be the fulfillment of all God's promises to save “the elect,” the faithful remnant (see Isaiah 43:6; Jeremiah 32:37). As today's First Reading tells us, this salvation will include the bodily resurrection of those who sleep in the dust. We are to watch for this day, when His enemies are finally made His footstool, as today's Epistle envisions. We can wait in confidence knowing, as we pray in today's Psalm, that we will one day delight at His right hand forever.

Monday Week Two in Lent, Readings: Daniel 9:4-10, Luke 6:36-38

30 Aug 2020 - Rev. David Pileggi picks up where we left off last week and continues to expand on Jesus' favorite title, Son of Man. Who is the Son of Man? The Son of Man is someone who enters into human life and gets involved with humanity with all its problems. The Son of Man also suffers and, like Abel, dies unjustly but is vindicated by God. Jesus calls us to imitate him and get sacrificially involved with people and he calls us to be transformed into his likeness. It takes a lot of faith to believe in transformation, for ourselves and others. It takes the faith of Jesus for us persevere through pain and self-denial. However, when we trust God even unto death, God promises we will share in Jesus' glory and inheritance. Readings: Daniel 7:1-14; Romans 12:9-21; Matthew 16:21-28 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

This week Pastor Jake is reading Daniel and the Scary Sleepover which focuses on Daniel and the Lion's Den this morning on June 23rd, 2019. Covenant Life Church Olive Branch Performing Arts Center 9366 E. Sandidge Road Olive Branch, MS 38654 Our church starts every Sunday: Prayer meeting at 9:30 am Worship service at 10:30am We are a Baptist congregation of diverse believers who have been captivated by the glory of Jesus Christ and who desire to bring every area of our lives captive to Him and His rule. He is our treasure and our greatest delight. Every story whispers his name. A Bible like no other, The Jesus Storybook Bible invites children to join in the greatest of all adventures, to discover for themselves that Jesus is at the center of God's great story of salvation--and at the center of their own story too! The Jesus Storybook Bible tells the story beneath all the stories in the Bible. At the center of all is a baby, the child upon whom everything will depend. From Noah, to Moses, to the great King David---every story points to him. He is the missing piece to the puzzle---the piece that makes all the other pieces fit together. From the Old Testament through the New Testament, as the story unfolds, children will pick up the clues and piece together the puzzle. The Jesus Storybook Bible makes an excellent gift at Christmas, when we all remember that he is the puzzle piece that makes all the other pieces in our lives fit. Recommended for ages 4 to 8 12-point text size 7.75" x 6.50" x 1.00"

Rev. Neil Mittelstaedt 12/21/2019 Readings: Daniel 12:1-4, 1 Corinthians 15:42-49

Jesus hasn't come back yet. Should we really still believe that He will? Readings: Daniel 7:9-14; 2 Peter 3:3-14; Matthew 25:31-46

Jesus hasn't come back yet. Should we really still believe that He will? Readings: Daniel 7:9-14; 2 Peter 3:3-14; Matthew 25:31-46

Preached at 9:00 for All Saints Day. Readings: Daniel 7:1-3,15-18 | Psalm 149 | Ephesians 1:11-23 | Luke 6:20-31

3 Nov 2019 - All Saints Day is one of the seven major feasts of the church. Rev. John Howanstine tells us that the holiday calls us to persevere and endure. We, the redeemed by Messiah, are not just saved into heaven but we are recruited into the procession of the more-than-conquering saints. We don't walk with Jesus alone but with one another. And we walk not just with those who are immediately around us but also with those who have gone on before us, the great cloud of witnesses. Let us remember our identity in Jesus, especially when we suffer. We are not victims but saints of Messiah King Jesus. Readings: Daniel 7:1-3; 15-16; Ephesians 1:11-23; Luke 6:20-31 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Preached at 11:15 for All Saints Day. Readings: Daniel 7:1-3,15-18 | Psalm 149 | Ephesians 1:11-23 | Luke 6:20-31

What are angels? What do they look like? Where do they come from? What do they do? If your answers aren't informed by the Scriptures, they're wrong. Readings: Daniel 10:10-14, 12:1-3; Revelation 12:7-12; Matthew 18:1-11

What are angels? What do they look like? Where do they come from? What do they do? If your answers aren't informed by the Scriptures, they're wrong. Readings: Daniel 10:10-14, 12:1-3; Revelation 12:7-12; Matthew 18:1-11

Readings* Daniel 10:10–14; 12:1–3* Psalm 91* Revelation 12:7–12* Luke 10:17–20ReaderCorey J. MahlerCopyright NoticeUnless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Support the show (https://confident.faith/)

“Every time I am face-to-face with another person there is the opportunity for each of us to meet and be changed by the presence of God in the other.”   Sermon by Mike Kinman at All Saints Church, Pasadena, on Sunday, November 25, 2018. Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 and John 18:33-38. For video and a text of the sermon, visit our website: https://allsaints-pas.org/what-is-truth/. You can also follow us on Twitter @ASCpas. Donate to support the mission and ministries of All Saints at https://allsaints-pas.org/donate/donate-now/.

Readings: Daniel 7:13-14; Revelation 1:5-8; John 18:33-37  Originally delivered on November 24, 1991 We cannot value power and prestige and be followers of Jesus.  Indeed, we are reminded on this day that the last will be first and first will be last.  We are challenged in this homily to stand up to injustices and the […]

Preached at 11:15 for the 26th Sunday after Pentecost. Readings: Daniel 12:1-3 | Psalm 16 | Hebrews 10:11-25 | Mark 13:1-8

Readings: Daniel 12:1-3; Hebrews: 10:11-14, 18; Mark 13:24-32 Originally delivered on November 3, 1991 In this week’s homily, Fr. Healy tells us a fairytale, The Kingdom of Love, that illustrates the spirit of of our God, who is Love. We are reminded that God loves each and every one of us, just as we are.  […]

Readings: Daniel 12:1-3; Hebrews 10:11-14, 18; Mark 13: 24-32 Originally delivered on November 13, 1988 What is our personal apocalypse? How have we transformed these times and maintained our courage and hope for the future. Jesus tells us in this day’s Gospel, that God is always with us. We will have trials in our lives, […]

Preached at 7:30 for the 26th Sunday after Pentecost. Readings: Daniel 12:1-3 | Psalm 16 | Hebrews 10:11-25 | Mark 13:1-8

18 Nov 2018 - Yoel Ben David, from Hebrews 10, reminds us that after Jesus' atoning sacrifice, we now have direct access to the Father. We no longer need to ask the priests to connect us with God. Because we have this access, through the Holy Spirit, we know that we can be assured that our sins are forgiven. Jesus' sacrifice of grace has changed our lives. What do we do with our salvation? We have been brought in a relationship with God because he wants us to build a kingdom. We are, like Jesus and with Jesus, to love people, endure suffering for others, see the world through resurrection hope. Readings: Daniel 12v:1-3; Hebrews 10:11-25; Mark 13:1-8

27 May 2018 - It is not by accident that Trinity Sunday comes a week after Pentecost. When we talk about the Trinity, it is abstract, intellectual and embarrassing. How do you defend and explain it? In many ways, it should be left a mystery. The context is that after the resurrection Jesus is sending his disciples out; he wants them to go into all the world. Jesus is seen to have authority, raising up students who became disciples, who reflect the character of the teacher. Jesus is greater than Moses, an important point for the early church, evangelizing among the Jewish people. Jesus said, “All authority has been given to me.” From where did this come? The idea "all authority" comes from Daniel 7. “Because I am the Son of Man, I want you to do the following …. go and make disciples.” The goal of discipleship is to imitate the life of Jesus, which develops into relationship with Jesus. We are invited to participate in divine life, to enter into a relationship with the Trinity; this is the essence of discipleship. At the center of the Trinity is the cross, the model for life and relationship. Readings: Daniel 7: 9-14, Romans 8:12-17, Matthew 28:16-20

“If you feel more sinner than saint, if your language is salty, if your temper is less than even, if vanity is your vice - don’t despair. You’re in good company." The Rev. E. Suzanne Wille preaches on All Saints’ Day (November 1, 2016). Readings: Daniel 7:1-3, 15-18, Psalm 149, Ephesians 1:11-23, Luke 6:20-31 Image- Amber(flickr.com/photos/amccy), distributed under a CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 license.