Most Certainly True Podcast

Is it a necessity that you listen to this podcast?  Yes it is.  (Though it is contingent on you pressing play!)   Check out this podcast discussion on Chapter 6 and explore the concepts of Necessity and Contingency and what they mean in regards to God’s Providence.    

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GOD'S PROVIDENCE

Join us as we embark on a journey together as a church and podcast family to read through the book "God's Providence: He Cares for You." We'll read chapter by chapter through the book and discuss the Scripture truths that provide the framework for this topical study. Share your questions with the podcast team to get them answered and maybe even discussed in a future episode.  Purchase the book from us or find info about how to get a digital or print copy from our website gracedowntown.org. Share your questions about God's Providence, Most Certainly true podcast, or Grace's ministry in and to downtown Milwaukee with Pastor Hackmann at [email protected]. Thanks for joining in on the fun!!!  

What does concurrence mean?  What does it mean when we are talking about God’s concurrence with good and evil in our world?   Find out in chapter 5 of God’s Providence and listen to Pastors Strong and Hackmann discuss it i this next episode of Most Certainly True.    

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GOD'S PROVIDENCE

Join us as we embark on a journey together as a church and podcast family to read through the book "God's Providence: He Cares for You." We'll read chapter by chapter through the book and discuss the Scripture truths that provide the framework for this topical study. Share your questions with the podcast team to get them answered and maybe even discussed in a future episode.  Purchase the book from us or find info about how to get a digital or print copy from our website gracedowntown.org. Share your questions about God's Providence, Most Certainly true podcast, or Grace's ministry in and to downtown Milwaukee with Pastor Hackmann at [email protected]. Thanks for joining in on the fun!!!  

The Savior in conflict with the cross.
Although the horror of the cross can’t be appreciated by modern Christians, we understand its symbolism. The cross is where Jesus paid the penalty we deserved because of sin. The cross is also the symbol of the troubles we experience because we follow him in faith. In worship today, Jesus puts the cross in perspective, his and ours, and urges us to carry our crosses as we follow him.

Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, you see that we have no power to defend ourselves. Guard and keep us both
outwardly and inwardly from all adversities that may happen to the body and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Sermon Text
Job 1:13-22

God’s Providence Chapter 4
God provides for mankind, sometimes directly, but most often through a secondary cause.  God is the primary cause of everything, but he uses secondary causes like family, government, angels to provide for and protect his people.  Grow in your understanding and appreciation for the way that God provides for us in reading Chapter 4 and listening to this episode of Most Certainly True.

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GOD'S PROVIDENCE

Join us as we embark on a journey together as a church and podcast family to read through the book "God's Providence: He Cares for You." We'll read chapter by chapter through the book and discuss the Scripture truths that provide the framework for this topical study. Share your questions with the podcast team to get them answered and maybe even discussed in a future episode.  Purchase the book from us or find info about how to get a digital or print copy from our website gracedowntown.org. Share your questions about God's Providence, Most Certainly true podcast, or Grace's ministry in and to downtown Milwaukee with Pastor Hackmann at [email protected]. Thanks for joining in on the fun!!!  

The Savior in conflict with Satan
The Gospels during the season of Lent record episodes in the Savior’s ministry when he confronts the enemies that oppose his work to save. On the First Sunday in Lent we remember his conflict with Satan who sought to deter him from the path to cross. We find great comfort in Jesus’ victory: Satan cannot derail Jesus in any way! We also find an example in our battles with the devil. As Jesus did, we employ the Word of God.

Prayer of the Day
Lord our strength, the battle of good and evil rages within and around us, and our ancient foe tempts us with his deceits and empty promises. Keep us steadfast in your Word, and when we fall, raise us up again and restore us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Sermon Text
Mark 1:12-15

Just what is the scope of God’s Providence for us?   How much does he care?  How much does he do?  Well, if God cares for the flowers and if he loves the sparrows, doesn’t he love you so much more?  If he provides for the animals and protects the plants, won’t he provide you in vastly greater measure?  He will!  And he does! Rejoice in that truth as you read chapter 3 and as you listen to the discussion on Most Certainly True.

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GOD'S PROVIDENCE

Join us as we embark on a journey together as a church and podcast family to read through the book "God's Providence: He Cares for You." We'll read chapter by chapter through the book and discuss the Scripture truths that provide the framework for this topical study. Share your questions with the podcast team to get them answered and maybe even discussed in a future episode.  Purchase the book from us or find info about how to get a digital or print copy from our website gracedowntown.org. Share your questions about God's Providence, Most Certainly true podcast, or Grace's ministry in and to downtown Milwaukee with Pastor Hackmann at [email protected] for joining in on the fun!!! 

The Last Sunday after the Epiphany
The Transfiguration of Our Lord
Before he began the journey that led him to the cross, Jesus pulled back the veil of his humanity and displayed to his disciples the magnificence of his divine nature. The Savior we will follow through confrontation and passion during the Season of Lent is the true and mighty Lord.

Prayer of the Day
O God, in the glorious transfiguration of your only begotten Son, you confirmed the mysteries of the faith by the testimony of Moses and Elijah, and in the voice that came from the bright cloud you foreshadowed our adoption as your sons: in your mercy, make us co-heirs of glory with Jesus our King and bring us at last to heaven; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Sermon Text
Mark 9:2-9

Chapter Two takes us further on our journey to understand and appreciate God’s providence.    We’ll discuss, as the author does, three main aspects of God’s work to provide for us:  preservation, concurrence and direction.    God’s language is varied and unique that he uses to describe this aspect of his love for us!  He draws out many pictures and concepts for us using a variety of different words and ideas as he communicates this truth to us! 

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GOD'S PROVIDENCE

Join us as we embark on a journey together as a church and podcast family to read through the book "God's Providence: He Cares for You." We'll read chapter by chapter through the book and discuss the Scripture truths that provide the framework for this topical study. Share your questions with the podcast team to get them answered and maybe even discussed in a future episode.  Purchase the book from us or find info about how to get a digital or print copy from our website gracedowntown.org. Share your questions about God's Providence, Most Certainly true podcast, or Grace's ministry in and to downtown MIlwaukee with Pastor Hackmann at [email protected].Thanks for joining in on the fun!!! 

The Savior Calls Us to Hear and Believe His Powerful Word.
As Jesus began to visit the cities and towns of Galilee and Judea, he taught the people to see him as the Messiah God had promised to send. His amazing miracles gave witness to his authority as a messenger from God. We still hear his words today, and our hearts are fired by his wonderful teachings.

Prayer of the Day
Heavenly Father, keep your family continually in true faith, so that those who rely only on the hope of your heavenly grace may be protected by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Sermon Text | Hebrews 3:1-6

Serving as the sixth pastor in the history of Grace, Pastor Elmer Mahnke brought Grace Church though some difficult times in it’s and in our country’s history.  He loved Jesus and his people and had a deep desire for Jesus to be shared with and loved by our community and our world.  God used this man to serve god’s people for 12+ years – more evidence of God’s Grace at Grace!    

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GOD"S GRACE AT GRACE

 God’s Grace has been abundant during the 170 years of the existence of Grace Lutheran Church in downtown Milwaukee.  He has watched over the life of this congregation and blessed it with his undeserved love! He has seen us through building projects, capital campaigns, declines in membership and growth.  He’s seen us through the leadership of 12 (and counting) pastors, 4 staff ministers, and countless councilmen and elders.   He’s blessed families and individuals and our church family as a whole.  Thank God for the blessing that Grace Church is and rejoice that here,  and in so many places like it, God’s name is glorified and the good news of salvation through Jesus is proclaimed!   God is good!!   Join us in celebrating “God’s Grace at Grace!”