It’s Time to Celebrate: The King has Come!
So many things hold us back from joy, even on Christmas Day. God’s prophet Isaiah tells us that we cannot wait, we must celebrate for the King has come!
Exceeding Expectations
/in sermons /by Pastor BergThere’s something about the birth of a baby that is so exciting. Understatement of the year, I know, but hear me out.
Expect More Grace!
/in sermons /by Pastor SchlichtThe beautiful truth, to which the Holy Spirit must continually recall our minds, is that when it comes to our God, we should always expect more grace!
Tentatio (Spiritual Trial)
/in sermons /by Pastor BergHave you ever prayed against yourself? Think about that one for a moment. My guess is that you’re struggling to find an example. The truth is, you have.
Meditatio (Meditation)
/in sermons /by Pastor SchlichtMeditation is often associated with Eastern religions. But biblical meditation or Meditatio as Luther explains is much different.
Prepared Highways
/in sermons /by Pastor BergWinter is demanding on our Wisconsin roadways, isn’t it? Even when you’ve lived here for a long time, it usually takes that first good snowfall to remember how to drive in the wintertime. You really have to remember to slow down and sometimes even what you think is slow enough is not. And yet, it’s not only the driving difficulty that increases exponentially because of our winter weather, but the wear and tear on the roads is also magnified.
Oratio (Prayer)
/in sermons /by Pastor BergAs Christians, we thank God for the gift to his church of men like Martin Luther. God used Luther to accomplish many things, most notably a rediscovery of the truth that we are declared “not guilty” because the righteousness of Christ has been given to us through faith. Luther also prompted a return to studying the Scriptures.
Expect More out of God
/in sermons /by Pastor SchlichtMy daughter’s favorite character from Winne the Pooh is Tigger. “TI double guh er” The wonderful thing about tiggers is tiggers are wonderful things!
Thanks for Nothing?
/in sermons /by Pastor BergI think generally, we’re a thankful people here at Eastside. We spent the first part of our service speaking words of thanksgiving as we’ve quoted various different words of Scripture. We’ve sung hymns of thanksgiving. In a few minutes, we’ll approach the throne of God’s grace and thank him again for specific blessings. I’ve even heard people who are so thankful, that they say, “Thanks for nothing!” Can you believe that?
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2310 Independence Lane
Madison, WI 53704
