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God for Dinner
The author of Hebrews writes, “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares” (Hebrews 13:2). Perhaps he had Genesis 18 in mind when writing this verse. Certainly it was not merely an angel that visited Abraham that day. Our text reads, “The Lord (Yahweh) appeared to [Abraham] by…
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The Family of God
As we gather… One insurance commercial promises that they are there, like a good neighbor. The lawyer who stood up to test Jesus asked, “Who is my neighbor?” Our reading from Leviticus helps spell out what it means to be a good neighbor. Leaving extra for those in need, not stealing, not lying, paying your…
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Freedom in Christ
On this weekend we consider the many freedoms we have in this country. Certainly, devout and faithful rulers, good government and peace are the things in the laundry list of things for which we thank God in Luther’s explanation of give us this day our daily bread. But even more specifically, we thank the Lord…