Do we recognize the judgments of God upon us, our people and our land? Joel points out that these things are the judgments of the LORD God to bring us to repent and look to Him for mercy lest the great Day of the Lord come upon us and we be found impenitent and unprepared.

Being justified by faith in Jesus Christ, we now have peace with God and access to the grace of God in which we stand. - A study of Romans 5:1-11

God calls upon His people to repent and look to Him for mercy and forgiveness. The wise and prudent hear His Word and turn to Him; the foolish stumble over them.

Why was it written in the Bible that Abraham believed God and God counted it to him for righteousness? Romans 4:13-25

How were Abraham and David counted righteous in God's eyes? Was it by works or through faith in the promises of God? We consider God's Word in Romans 4:1-12, as well as Genesis 15 and Psalm 32.

It wasn't enough to be a descendant of Abraham or be a part of a strict religious sect of the Jews; a spiritual rebirth was needed. Nor is it enough today to be born into a religious family or be a member of a church denomination or organization; one must be born of God!

A study of Hosea, chapters 9 and 10.

Worship at Good Shepherd on March 12, 2023.

Though Jesus’ many mighty works and signs confirm His identity and authority, He has chosen to reveal Himself to mankind through His Word. Thus, those seeking only signs and wonders and spectacular works are likely never to know Him. But to the ones who sit humbly at His feet, hearing, reading, and studying His Word, Jesus reveals Himself as their merciful and loving Savior!

Hosea testified to the northern kingdom of Israel of its sins and the coming judgment of God. Though the LORD God desired the people's repentance, they continued in their idolatry and rebellion against God and His law -- much the same as is happening in our own nation today. God's judgment is coming!