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Matthew 16:21-28 21From that time on, [after Peter confessed that Jesus was the Messiah,] Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and undergo great suffering at the hands of the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised. 22And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him, saying, “God …
Jesus and his disciples have arrived in a new place. The name of the place alone indicates Roman influences. They are away from their own community, their own people. Jesus asks, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” likely referring to himself. They give standard answers for a great teacher or a religious leader, naming important prophets …
Take a break on Sunday this week – there are no classes on Monday, so you have time! We’ll gather in the lobby/narthex at Grace Lutheran Church at 7 pm (after the 6 pm worship service) then make our way to the Youth Room for pizza and a movie! We’ll watch something fun and relaxing, maybe a classic or something …
Son of the living God, Some days it is clear to me who you are and how to follow. On those days I see clearly how to love, to forgive, to care for my neighbor. Other days I am uncertain and adrift and unable to make sense of your invitation. Yet, you call me to serve, to give, to follow …
Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” 14 And they said, “Some say John the Baptist, but others Elijah, and still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” 16 Simon …
A Canaanite woman comes to Jesus, seeking healing for her daughter who is tormented by a demon. Jesus initially ignores her and tries twice to dismiss her. Finally, in response to her persistence and her pluck, Jesus relents, praising her faith as he miraculously heals her child. I struggle with Jesus in this story. I am not entirely sure what …
God of all, Give me the courage to call for mercy and help for the people and causes I care about. Help me to push back and keep asking when my pleas are ignored or refused. Make me like the woman from Cana. Light a fire in my heart for the pain of others. Make me insistent on behalf of …
Look for Lutheran Student Community at the Involvement Fair on the HUB Lawn on Wednesday, August 23 from 1 – 5 pm! Chat with a student leader, learn about our events and gatherings, pick up a sticker or two, sign up for regular email or GroupMe messages! Look for the “Come As You Are” poster and freeze pops!! Check us …
Jesus left that place and went away to the district of Tyre and Sidon. 22 Just then a Canaanite woman from that region came out and started shouting, “Have mercy on me, Lord, Son of David; my daughter is tormented by a demon.” 23 But he did not answer her at all. And his disciples came and urged him, saying, …
