Might: Advent Day 13
Psalm 59:16-17 But I will sing of your might; I will sing aloud of your steadfast love in the morning. For you have been a fortress for me and a refuge on the day of my distress. O my strength,……
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Glory: Advent Day 10
Romans 8:18 I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory about to be revealed to us. This is the first year that I’ve paired a song with each day’s reflections. Today, I’m……
Presence: Advent Day 2
Psalm 23:5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. There are so many elements of Psalm 23 that resonate deeply with me. I can imagine lying……
You Are Free
Hello, friends. This week’s Reformation Sunday worship service, in its entirety, may be viewed here: If you’d prefer to listen to the gospel reading and sermon only, you may do so here: This week’s sermon is based on John 8:31-36…….
Steadfastness of Hope
God’s peace be with you, friends. Today’s worship service, in its entirety, may be viewed here: If you’d prefer to listen only to the sermon, here it is: Today’s sermon is based on 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10: Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy,……
My Burden Is Light
Dear friends, Jesus’ words for us this morning are words I needed to hear. Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. As I walked and prayed this morning,……
Love Is the Final Word
Dear friends, I pray this message finds you well. Here is today’s worship service: If you’d prefer to listen only to the sermon, you can listen here: https://soundcloud.com/stacey-nalean-carlson/love-is-the-final-word-a-sermon-for-the-5th-sunday-of-easter The sermon this week is based on John 14:1-14: [Jesus said to……
The Slender Thread
Dear friends, I’ve never known such a surreal time. Sundays are especially difficult to grasp. Still, the Spirit of God is at work in powerful ways. As overwhelmed as I am at times by fear and loss, I am also……
What Then Are We To Say About These Things?
This sermon was preached at Glenwood and Canoe Ridge Lutheran Churches, Decorah, Iowa on Sunday, March 15, 2020. It’s based on Exodus 17:1-7; Romans 5:1-11; and John 4:5-42. If you’d prefer to listen to it, find it at https://soundcloud.com/stacey-nalean-carlson. ……
Light: Advent Day 22
LIGHT Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will……