Posts Tagged ‘Lutheran’
Formed by the Psalms; Meditation on the Word
God’s Word isn’t simply information for Christians to know; it is one of the primary ways God forms and strengthens His people in Christ. Life’s storms will still come, and sometimes they will shake us deeply. But our security doesn’t rest in our emotions, circumstances, finances, relationships, or even the strength of our own obedience.…
Read MoreFormed by the Psalms; All About Worship
Worship is not primarily about what we bring to God; it is about what God gives to us. Christ gathers His people around His Word and Sacraments, meets them with forgiveness and grace, strengthens their faith, and gives them His peace. Then He sends them back into the world to live out what they have…
Read MoreFormed by the Psalms; Psalm of Lament
Faith doesn’t mean never crying, “How long, Lord?” Faith means bringing that cry to the God who has already bound Himself to us through His promises. We can question honestly, pray boldly, surrender completely, and trust His steadfast love. Our faith may sometimes be weak, but Christ is not—and because Jesus died and rose again,…
Read MoreFormed by the Psalms; Faith that Believes
Waiting on God does not mean God has forgotten us. When we cannot see what is on the other side of the storm, we can seek the One who is already with us in the boat. The cross has already proven His love, the resurrection has already shown His victory, and His promises assure us…
Read MoreFormed by the Psalms; Connecting with God
Our souls were created to thirst for God, and nothing in this world can fully satisfy that longing. When sadness, sin, doubt, or suffering makes God seem distant, Psalm 42 teaches us to be honest about our pain while preaching God’s promises back to our own souls. Ultimately, the Living Water we are searching for…
Read MoreFormed by the Psalms; God’s Protection in Danger
Psalm 91 does not promise that God will remove every storm, illness, fear, or hardship from our lives. It promises something greater: in Jesus Christ, God Himself becomes our refuge. We don’t have to turn to Him only when trouble comes—we are invited to dwell in Him, abide in Him, and make Him our home…
Read MoreDoes God still heal?
One of the most common questions believers ask is: Does God still heal today? When we read the Gospels, we see Jesus healing the blind, the lame, and the sick. Yet many faithful Christians still struggle with illness, chronic pain, grief, and unanswered prayers. How do we reconcile these realities? The answer found in Scripture is…
Read MoreDoes the Bible Still Apply Today?
“Asking for a Friend…” is the sermon series title. Remember when you were younger and felt embarrassed to ask a question because you didn’t want others to think you didn’t know the answer? You might have said, “I’m asking for a friend.” That’s the idea behind this series. The purpose is for you to leave…
Read MoreNEW TIME & DATE – Worship in Raritan 11/04/2022
Worship with us: Friday, November 4, 2022 Time: 7:00 pm Where: 15 W. Somerset Street, Raritan, NJ – St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church (there is a parking lot behind the church, you can also park in front of the building) Family and friends of Camino de Fe Church; we know it is hard for many…
Read MoreWorship in Raritan 10/09/2022
Worship with us: Sunday, September 9, 2022 Time: 6:30 pm Where: 15 W. Somerset Street, Raritan, NJ – St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church (there is a parking lot behind the church, you can also park in front of the building) What do think happens when Christians get together? We are strengthen by God’s Word, we…
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