I wonder if we realize how daring the Lord’s Prayer really is when we ask “God, forgive me like I forgive others.” Jesus links our relationship with others to our relationship with God. James 3:13-18. Pastor Daron Lindemann. August 12, 2018. holyword.net

Peace is something that everyone is looking for in their lives. We cherish the moments of peace that we have and mourn over the brevity of that peace. What if there was peace that was more than momentary? Wouldn’t you want that peace and want to share that peace? John 20:21-23. August 5, 2018. For+Given Series. Vicar Craig Wilke. holyword.net

Don’t miss out on the biggest DIY project God has planned for you. It’s all yours, and nobody else can do it like you can. But what if you need help? How can you be sure it’ll work? John 20:21-23. Pastor Daron Lindemann. August 5, 2018. holyword.net

Psalm 32 is one of seven “penitential psalms” that examines the heart of man and God. We are affected daily by our sin. Yet God is holy, just, forgiving and loving. How does God remain fair about our sin yet welcome us into his presence? Repentance acknowledges the seriousness of sin yet trusts in Christ’s cross where God’s justice and mercy met. Psalm 32. July 29, 2018. Holy Word Austin. Pastor Dan Laitinen. holyword.net

Why Can’t I Forgive Myself? by Holy Word Lutheran Church

Some call forgiveness “cheap grace” because it offers a license to sin. Jesus and a prostitute teach us how forgiveness truly changes a person. Pastor Daron Lindemann. July 22, 2018. www.holyword.net

Why be good if I know I will be forgiven. Jesus and a prostitute teach us how forgiveness truly changes a person. Luke 7:36-50. July 22, 2018. For+Given Series. Staff Minister Chad White. holyword.net

We are saved by grace alone and that is a beautiful thing. We are saved, but at times my life doesn’t seem very changed by grace. That leads me to ask the question… Is grace broken? No, grace heals broken people and gives the victory to those who don’t deserve it. Vicar Craig Wilke. July 15, 2018. Revelation 3:14-22. www.holyword.net

A place we often see Jesus in the Bible is meals. Jesus is knocking on your door, and he’s coming for dinner even if the lettuce in your salad is wilted and you serve it on cheap, plastic plates. He enjoys not perfect presentations, but messy meals served with love. Revelation 3:14-22. Pastor Daron Lindemann. July 15, 2018. holyword.net

Some experts suggest that revenge fantasies are good for us. We’re all victims and need to vent, even if it’s just cheering for revenge while watching a movie. Jesus says “turn the other cheek” and the Bible warns that revenge never settles the score. As long as we are consumed by counterattack, we are constantly drawn into fresh wrong. Only forgiveness frees us from the injustice of others. 1 Samuel 24:1-13. Pastor Daron Lindemann. July 8, 2018. holyword.net