John 8:31-36 During the middle ages, in the centuries before the Reformation, the institutions of the church slipped more and more into a theology that was largely oriented around the status and presumed power of the ordained clergy. So, for example, the marks of the church were, basically, the clergy. A medieval Christian was expected…
Psalm 34:1-2, 11, 22 Because we are using the Chorale Service today, we are not singing the Introit that is appointed for the Festival of the Reformation. But if we were, this is what it would be, from Psalm 34: “I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my…
Reformation Sunday – John 8:31-36 O God, our Lord, Your Holy Word was long a hidden treasure Til to its place it was, by grace, restored in fullest measure. For this today our thanks we say, and gladly glorify You. Your mercy show and grace bestow, on all who still deny You. This opening verse…