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Peter Nafzger

  1. Gospel: Matthew 2:1-12 (Epiphany: Series C)

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    12/30/18
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    By Peter Nafzger
    On Christmas morning many congregations sang Isaac Watts’ familiar hymn, “Joy to the World.” My home congregation was among them. I was already thinking about Epiphany and Matthew’s account of the magi as I sang, which is probably why the third verse caught my attention.

  2. Gospel: Luke 2:22-40 (Christmas 1: Series C)

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    12/23/18
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    By Peter Nafzger
    But here we are again on the other side of a Christmas celebration. This inevitably involves a sense of let-down, even for preachers (Warning: Do not check the attendance numbers this coming Sunday). If Christmas is as significant as we say, it is worth reflecting with your hearers on what comes next. What is on the other side of Christmas?

  3. Gospel: Luke 1:39-55 (Advent 4: Series C)

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    12/16/18
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    By Peter Nafzger
    It is the day before Christmas Eve. The trappings have taken their toll. Despite your valiant attempts to hold the Advent line, members of your congregation (and perhaps you, too) have grown weary of the Christmas season. One of the primary culprits, of course, is the ubiquitous Christmas playlist.

  4. Gospel: Luke 7:18-28 (Advent 3: Series C)

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    12/09/18
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    By Peter Nafzger
    It is a question that emerges from deep inside. It comes from mounting fears, nagging doubts, and unsettling uncertainties. It is the question asked by one who can no longer pretend that things will work out nicely and neatly. All thinking Christians face this question at some point, but few have the courage to give it voice.

  5. Gospel: Luke 3:1-20 (Advent 2: Series C)

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    12/02/18
    1 min read
    By Peter Nafzger
    For the next three Sundays, the Gospel readings put John the Baptist in the spotlight. This week it is his proclamation.
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