The word began to spread; Simon's mother-in-law was healed! (Mark 1) Christ has come for the weak and sick --- and for us sinners. We cannot overcome, but Christ has for us and meets us in word and sacraments.

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In word and deed, Christ reveals Himself as God in the flesh - one who has authority over heaven and earth. In Mark 1, Jesus proclaims the word made flesh and casts out demons. The enemy is silenced. Jesus Christ has all authority over us and our sins are forgiven.

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A young man hears the voice of the Lord. (1 Samuel 3) Samuel is working under Eli and the word of God comes to him. The word of God comes to us in this fallen world. Jesus is with us in the waters of baptism. The devil is defeated.

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Absolute scandal on display in the gospel. Three gentiles ask Herod, where is the child born king of the Jews. An earthly king would have been born in the royal courts. Herod the pagan sinner is clueless and tries to trick the three Wise Men. But, God leads the Magi on through grace and mercy for us sinners.Lamb of God Lutheran Church1010 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046(402) 934-9045http://www.lambofgodlcms.org/home

The Feast of Christ's naming and circumcision. The law commanded circumcision. God the Son submitted to it at the hands of those who would shed His blood because God wills us to be saved. Our guardian to salvation was the law. Now it's Jesus Christ.

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The grace of God has appeared so that we can behold His glory. The Son of God comes into the world. "For the grace of God has appeared bringing salvation to all." Titus 2. A savior, Christ the Lord, has been born unto us and gave His life as a ransom for many.

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Isaiah does what prophets do: proclaiming the word of the Lord. Jesus speaks through him. Isaiah 61: "The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me". Isaiah foretold the coming of Christ. God not only creates us, but saves us. Do not fear. We are no longer slaves to sin because of Christ. Our future is secure.

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"The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the son of God." - Mark 1. Christ, born of the virgin Mary, lives among us."Comfort, comfort, comfort my people, says your God." - Isaiah 40. John the Baptist says, "I baptize with water but He will baptize with the Holy Spirit". - Mark 1. the savior has come and Christ meets us here in the wilderness, Our sins are forgiven.

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"Thus says the Lord" means it's the word of God spoken though a prophet. In the old testament, Ezekiel speaks for the Lord when he says, "I myself will search for my sheep and seek them out. God seeks the lost who are stricken by false prophets and idolatry like works righteousness. We are saved by Jesus Christ, the gospel, holy baptism and word and sacraments. The means of grace.

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The Kingdom of Heaven is like_______. Jesus uses parables to explain present and future reality. Today's Gospel reading (Matthew 25 : 14-30), is the parable of the servants with the talents. The talents illustrate faith. With God's Grace, our faith grows like the servants that invested their talents. The servant that buried his talent is condemnation. Also, the parable represents those who preach God's Word versus those who preach  false doctrine. God's will be done.

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