This is the first in a series meant to let the Christian tradition speak for itself, the way it has carried Christians through long winters, confusion, and joy for centuries.
The crisis is not merely that people are leaving. The crisis is that we have relinquished what is uniquely Lutheran and deeply needed.
The ethos of the church’s worship is found in poor, needy, and desperate sinners finding solace and relief in the God of their salvation.

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To obtain this righteousness, you have to admit you don’t have it and could never produce it on your own because you are unrighteous.
It's easy to have courage when things go well.
The price was really paid. Your sin remains buried in Christ’s tomb.
The love of God in Christ Jesus never changes. That love is for you.
Your champion steps forward.
In the Word, you find peace. It proclaims peace first between you and God because of Jesus. That empowers you to deal peacefully with others and brings you peace of mind.
This feast is the Gospel, “the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.”
The goodness of God's grace is also offensive to our egos
The Lord assures Jeremiah he has not forgotten him. He is there and will rescue him.
Everything in Scripture is God revealing himself to his people, you and me.
Sing of Jesus’ Easter victory for you, and watch Satan flee with his worries and cares!
What greater legacy could you claim than that of Mark? Listen to the Word. Learn from Jesus.