Lord's Prayer • 5th Petition

And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.

What does this mean?
We pray in this petition that our Father in heaven would not look at our sins, or deny our prayer because of them. We are neither worthy of the things for which we pray, nor have we deserved them, but we ask that He would give them all to us by grace, for we daily sin much and surely deserve nothing but punishment. So we too will sincerely forgive and gladly do good to those who sin against us.

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Lord's Prayer • 4th Petition

The Fourth Petition

Give us this day our daily bread.

What does this mean?
God certainly gives daily bread to everyone without our prayers, even to all evil people, but we pray in this petition that God would lead us to realize this and to receive our daily bread with thanksgiving.

What is meant by daily bread?
Daily bread includes everything that has to do with the support and needs of the body, such as food, drink, clothing, shoes, house, home, land, animals, money, goods, a devout husband or wife, devout children, devout workers, devout and faithful rulers, good government, good weather, peace, health, self-control, good reputation, good friends, faithful neighbors, and the like.

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Lord's Prayer • 4th Petition

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The Fourth Petition

Give us this day our daily bread.

What does this mean?
God certainly gives daily bread to everyone without our prayers, even to all evil people, but we pray in this petition that God would lead us to realize this and to receive our daily bread with thanksgiving.

What is meant by daily bread?
Daily bread includes everything that has to do with the support and needs of the body, such as food, drink, clothing, shoes, house, home, land, animals, money, goods, a devout husband or wife, devout children, devout workers, devout and faithful rulers, good government, good weather, peace, health, self-control, good reputation, good friends, faithful neighbors, and the like.

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Lord's Prayer • 3rd Petition

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The Third Petition

Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

What does this mean?
The good and gracious will of God is done even without our prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may be done among us also.

How is God's will done?
God’s will is done when He breaks and hinders every evil plan and purpose of the devil, the world, and our sinful nature, which do not want us to hallow God’s name or let His kingdom come; and when He strengthens and keeps us firm in His Word and faith until we die. This is His good and gracious will.

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Lord's Prayer • 2nd Petition

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Thy kingdom come.

What does this mean?
The kingdom of God certainly comes by itself without our prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may come to us also.

How does God's kingdom come?
God's kingdom comes when our heavenly Father gives us His Holy Spirit, so that by His grace we believe His holy Word and lead godly lives here in time and there in eternity.

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Lord's Prayer • 1st Petition

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The First Petition

Hallowed be Thy name.

What does this mean?
God’s name is certainly holy in itself, but we pray in this petition that it may be kept holy among us also.

How is God’s name kept holy? God’s name is kept holy when the Word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we, as the children of God, also lead holy lives according to it. Help us to do this, dear Father in heaven! But anyone who teaches or lives contrary to God’s Word profanes the name of God among us. Protect us from this, heavenly Father!

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Lord's Prayer • 1st Petition

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The First Petition

Hallowed be Thy name.

What does this mean?
God’s name is certainly holy in itself, but we pray in this petition that it may be kept holy among us also.

How is God’s name kept holy? God’s name is kept holy when the Word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we, as the children of God, also lead holy lives according to it. Help us to do this, dear Father in heaven! But anyone who teaches or lives contrary to God’s Word profanes the name of God among us. Protect us from this, heavenly Father!

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Lord's Prayer • Introduction

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Our Father who art in heaven.

What does this mean?

With these words God tenderly invites us to believe that He is our true Father and that we are His true children, so that with all boldness and confidence we may ask Him as dear children ask their dear father.

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Apostles' Creed • Article 3

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I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

What does this mean?

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

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Apostles' Creed • Article 3

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I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

What does this mean?

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 3

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I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

What does this mean?

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 3

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I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

What does this mean?

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 3

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I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

What does this mean?

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 3

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I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

What does this mean?

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?

I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?

I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?

I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?

I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?

I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?
I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

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Join Pastor Ernie Jeong in this podcast through Luther's Small Catechism. Here we review and meditate on our beliefs as Christians in the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod. You can find a copy of Luther's Small Catechism and the original live video recordings on our website: https://www.faithmoorpark.com/catechismlive

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?
I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

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Apostles' Creed • Article 2

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And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?
I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

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Apostles' Creed • Article 1

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I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.

What does this mean?
I believe that God has made me and all creatures; that He has given me my body and soul, eyes, ears, and all my members, my reason and all my senses, and still takes care of them.

He also gives me clothing and shoes, food and drink, house and home, wife and children, land, animals, and all I have. He richly and daily provides me with all that I need to support this body and life.

He defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil.

All this He does only out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in me. For all this it is my duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him.

This is most certainly true.

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God Creates

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I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.

What does this mean?
I believe that God has made me and all creatures; that He has given me my body and soul, eyes, ears, and all my members, my reason and all my senses, and still takes care of them.

He also gives me clothing and shoes, food and drink, house and home, wife and children, land, animals, and all I have. He richly and daily provides me with all that I need to support this body and life.

He defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil.

All this He does only out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in me. For all this it is my duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him.

This is most certainly true.

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Apostles' Creed - Introduction - Who is God?

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I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.

What does this mean?
I believe that God has made me and all creatures; that He has given me my body and soul, eyes, ears, and all my members, my reason and all my senses, and still takes care of them.

He also gives me clothing and shoes, food and drink, house and home, wife and children, land, animals, and all I have. He richly and daily provides me with all that I need to support this body and life.

He defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil.

All this He does only out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in me. For all this it is my duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him.

This is most certainly true.

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The 9th Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor's house. (God's gift of contentment)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not scheme to get our neighbor's inheritance or house, or get it in a way which only appears right, but help and be of service to him in keeping it.

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The 10th Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor. (God's gift of contentment)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not entice or force away our neighbor's wife, workers, or animals, or turn them against him, but urge them to stay and do their duty.

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The Eighth Commandment

You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor. (God's gift of a good reputation)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not tell lies about our neighbor, betray him, slander him, or hurt his reputation, but defend him, speak well of him, and explain everything in the kindest way.

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The Seventh Commandment

You shall not steal. (God's gift of possessions)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not take our neighbor's money or possessions, or get them in any dishonest way, but help him to improve and protect his possessions and income.

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The Eighth Commandment

You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor. (God's gift of a good reputation)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not tell lies about our neighbor, betray him, slander him, or hurt his reputation, but defend him, speak well of him, and explain everything in the kindest way.

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Mark 10:6-9

The Sixth Commandment

You shall not commit adultery. (God's gift of marriage)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we lead a sexually pure and decent life in what we say and do, and husband and wife love and honor each other.

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You shall not murder. (God's gift of life)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not hurt or harm our neighbor in his body, but help and support him in every physical need.

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The Fourth Commandment ~ Ephesians 6

Honor your father and your mother.

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and other authorities, but honor them, serve and obey them, love and cherish them.

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The Third Commandment ~ The Word of God

Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not despise preaching and His Word, but hold it sacred and gladly hear and learn it.

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Matthew 28:19-20

The Second Commandment

You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God.

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not curse, swear, use satanic arts, lie, or deceive by His name, but call upon it in every trouble, pray, praise, and give thanks.

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You shall have no other gods.

What does this mean?
We should fear, love, and trust in God above all things.

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The Third Use of the Law (Guide)

God uses the Law to guide and direct our thoughts, words, and deeds as Christians in God-pleasing ways.

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The Second Use of the Law

Romans 3:20
For by works of the law no human being will be justified in his sight, since through the law comes knowledge of sin.

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What Is Christianity?

Acts 4:12
And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.

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What is loneliness? isolation? How does social media affect loneliness?

What is the spiritual reality of loneliness? Where is God? How do you know God is with you?

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Questions for contemplation

What is hope?

What is the content of hope?

What is the basis of hope?

What is the nature of hope?

Bible Verses

Colossians 1:3-5
“We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love that you have for all the saints because of the hope laid up for you in heaven. Of this you have heard before in the word of the truth, the gospel,”

Romans 8:24
“For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience”

What is the content of our hope in Christ?

• 1 Thessalonians 5:8 [salvation]
• Titus 1:1-2 [eternal life]
• Galatians 5:5 [righteousness]

What is the basis of our hope in Christ?

• Romans 8:31-32 [the promise of God]

What is the nature of our hope in Christ?

• 2 Thessalonians 2:16 [grace]

Romans 12:12
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer”

Reflection

How are we to proceed in these ever-changing times? How do we cope?

How do we persevere and endure in times of suffering?

How does the content, basis and nature of hope shape the way?

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What is peace? Is it based on feelings? circumstances? order?

If we are searching for peace, what do we assume?

What types of conflicts do we have?

What is our most serious conflict?

What is sin?
Sin is every thought, desire, word and deed that is contrary to God’s Law

Who brought sin into the world?
The devil brought sin into the world by tempting Adam and Eve, who yielded to the temptation
[Read Genesis 3].
Romans 5:12 “Sin came into the world through one man, and death through sin, and so death spread to all men because all sinned”

What has original sin done to human nature?

Original sin

• Has brought guilt and condemnation to all people
  Romans 5:19 “by the one man’s disobedience the many were made sinners
  Ephesians 2:3 “We were by nature children of wrath, like the rest of mankind
• Has left everyone without true fear and love of God, that is spiritually blind, dead and enemies of God
  Romans 8:7 “The mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God’s law; indeed it cannot”
  John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid”
  
  What is the peace of Christ?
  
  John 20:19 “On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, Peace be with you”.

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What is Confession?
Confession has two parts. First, that we confess our sins, and second, that we receive absolution, that is, forgiveness, from the pastor as from God Himself, not doubting, but firmly believing that by it our sins are forgiven before God in heaven.

What sins should we confess?
Before God we should plead guilty of all sins, even those we are not aware of, as we do in the Lord’s Prayer; but before the pastor we should confess only those sins which we know and feel in our hearts.

Which are these?
Consider your place in life according to the Ten Commandments: Are you a father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, or worker? Have you been disobedient, unfaithful, or lazy? Have you been hot-tempered, rude, or quarrelsome? Have you hurt someone by your words or deeds? Have you stolen, been negligent, wasted anything, or done any harm?

Scripture Readings
1 John 1:1-10

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This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
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What does such baptizing with water indicate?
It indicates that the Old Adam in us should by daily contrition and repentance be drowned and die with all sins and evil desires, and that a new man should daily emerge and arise to live before God in righteousness and purity forever.

Where is this written?
St. Paul writes in Romans chapter six: “We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” (Rom. 6:4)

Scripture Readings
Galatians 2:15-21

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This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
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How can water do such great things?
Certainly not just water, but the word of God in and with the water does these things, along with the faith which trusts this word of God in the water. For without God’s word the water is plain water and no Baptism. But with the word of God it is a Baptism, that is, a life-giving water, rich in grace, and a washing of the new birth in the Holy Spirit, as St. Paul says in Titus, chapter three:

"He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by His grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying." (Titus 3:5–8)

Scripture Readings
Titus 3:1-11

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This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What benefits does Baptism give?
It works forgiveness of sins, rescues from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare.

Which are these words and promises of God?
Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Mark: "Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned." (Mark 16:16)

Scripture Readings
1 Peter 3:18-22

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
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This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

How can water do such great things?
Certainly not just water, but the word of God in and with the water does these things, along with the faith which trusts this word of God in the water. For without God’s word the water is plain water and no Baptism. But with the word of God it is a Baptism, that is, a life-giving water, rich in grace, and a washing of the new birth in the Holy Spirit, as St. Paul says in Titus, chapter three:

"He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by His grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying." (Titus 3:5–8)

Scripture Readings
Romans 6:1-11

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What benefits does Baptism give?
It works forgiveness of sins, rescues from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare.

Which are these words and promises of God?
Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Mark: "Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned." (Mark 16:16)

Scripture Readings
Acts 22:1-21

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What is Baptism?
Baptism is not just plain water, but it is the water included in God’s command and combined with God's word.

Which is that word of God?
Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Matthew: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." (Matt. 28:19)

Scripture Readings
Matthew 28:16-20

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

This means that I should be certain that these petitions are pleasing to our Father in heaven, and are heard by Him; for He Himself has commanded us to pray in this way and has promised to hear us. Amen, amen means “yes, yes, it shall be so.”

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

We pray in this petition, in summary, that our Father in heaven would rescue us from every evil of body and soul, possessions and reputation, and finally, when our last hour comes, give us a blessed end, and graciously take us from this valley of sorrow to Himself in heaven.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

God tempts no one. We pray in this petition that God would guard and keep us so that the devil, the world, and our sinful nature may not deceive us or mislead us into false belief, despair, and other great shame and vice. Although we are attacked by these things, we pray that we may finally overcome them and win the victory.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

We pray in this petition that our Father in heaven would not look at our sins, or deny our prayer because of them. We are neither worthy of the things for which we pray, nor have we deserved them, but we ask that He would give them all to us by grace, for we daily sin much and surely deserve nothing but punishment. So we too will sincerely forgive and gladly do good to those who sin against us.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

God certainly gives daily bread to everyone without our prayers, even to all evil people, but we pray in this petition that God would lead us to realize this and to receive our daily bread with thanksgiving.

What is meant by daily bread?

Daily bread includes everything that has to do with the support and needs of the body, such as food, drink, clothing, shoes, house, home, land, animals, money, goods, a devout husband or wife, devout children, devout workers, devout and faithful rulers, good government, good weather, peace, health, self-control, good reputation, good friends, faithful neighbors, and the like.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

The good and gracious will of God is done even without our prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may be done among us also.

How is God's will done?

God’s will is done when He breaks and hinders every evil plan and purpose of the devil, the world, and our sinful nature, which do not want us to hallow God’s name or let His kingdom come; and when He strengthens and keeps us firm in His Word and faith until we die. This is His good and gracious will.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

The kingdom of God certainly comes by itself without our prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may come to us also.

How does God's kingdom come?

God's kingdom comes when our heavenly Father gives us His Holy Spirit, so that by His grace we believe His holy Word and lead godly lives here in time and there in eternity.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

God's name is certainly holy in itself, but we pray in this petition that it may be kept holy among us also.

How is God's name kept holy?

God's name is kept holy when the Word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we, as the children of God, also lead holy lives according to it. Help us to do this, dear Father in heaven! But anyone who teaches or lives contrary to God's Word profanes the name of God among us. Protect us from this, heavenly Father!

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

With these words God tenderly invites us to believe that He is our true Father and that we are His true children, so that with all boldness and confidence we may ask Him as dear children ask their dear father.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does this mean?

I believe that God has made me and all creatures; that He has given me my body and soul, eyes, ears, and all my members, my reason and all my senses, and still takes care of them.

He also gives me clothing and shoes, food and drink, house and home, wife and children, land, animals, and all I have. He richly and daily provides me with all that I need to support this body and life.

He defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil.

All this He does only out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in me. For all this it is my duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him. This is most certainly true.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

What does God say about these commandments?
He says: "I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those who hate Me, but showing love to a thousand generations of those who love Me and keep My commandments." (Exodus 20:5-6)

What does this mean?
God threatens to punish all who break these commandments. Therefore, we should fear His wrath and not do anything against them. But He promises grace and every blessing to all who keep these commandments. Therefore, we should also love and trust in Him and gladly do what He commands.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

You shall not covet your neighbor's house. (God's gift of contentment)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not scheme to get our neighbor's inheritance or house, or get it in a way which only appears right, but help and be of service to him in keeping it.

The 10th Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor. (God's gift of contentment)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not entice or force away our neighbor's wife, workers, or animals, or turn them against him, but urge them to stay and do their duty.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

You shall not give false testimony against your neighbor. (God's gift of a good reputation)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not tell lies about our neighbor, betray him, slander him, or hurt his reputation, but defend him, speak well of him, and explain everything in the kindest way.

~~

Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

You shall not steal. (God's gift of possessions)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not take our neighbor's money or possessions, or get them in any dishonest way, but help him to improve and protect his possessions and income.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

You shall not commit adultery. (God's gift of marriage)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we lead a sexually pure and decent life in what we say and do, and husband and wife love and honor each other.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

You shall not murder. (God's gift of life)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not hurt or harm our neighbor in his body, but help and support him in every physical need.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

Honor your father and your mother.

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not despise or anger our parents and other authorities, but honor them, serve and obey them, love and cherish them.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not despise preaching and His Word, but hold it sacred and gladly hear and learn it.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God.

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not curse, swear, use satanic arts, lie, or deceive by His name, but call upon it in every trouble, pray, praise, and give thanks.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

You shall have no other gods.

What does this mean?
We should fear, love, and trust in God above all things.

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Sermon by Pastor Ernie Jeong at Faith Lutheran Church. Visit our web site for more information:
https://www.faithmoorpark.com

This sermon series is based on the book "Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran" by Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison.

Why Am I Joyfully Lutheran?
Instruction, Meditation, and Prayers on Luther's Small Catechism.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0758662386

"The Preparation of Is"

1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Pastor Ernie Jeong

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"The Power of Is"

Mark 4:35-41

Pastor Ernie Jeong

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"The Benefit of Is"

1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Pastor Ernie Jeong

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"The Nature of Is"

Matthew 26:26-28

Pastor Ernie Jeong

www.faithmoorpark.com

1. The Nature of Baptism

What is Baptism?
Baptism is not just plain water, but it is the water included in God's command and combined with God's word.

Which is that word of God?
Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Matthew: "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." (Matthew 28:19)

2. The Blessings of Baptism

What benefits does Baptism give?
It works forgiveness of sins, rescues from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe this, as the words and promises of God declare.

Which are these words and promises of God?
Christ our Lord says in the last chapter of Mark: "Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned." (Mark 16:16)

3. The Power of Baptism

How can water do such great things?
Certainly not just water, but the word of God in and with the water does these things, along with the faith which trusts this word of God in the water. For without God's word the water is plain water and no Baptism. But with the word of God it is a Baptism, that is, a life-giving water, rich in grace, and a washing of the new birth in the Holy Spirit, as St. Paul says in Titus, chapter three:

"He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by His grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying." (Titus 3:5-8)

But deliver us from evil.

What does this mean?
We pray in this petition, in summary, that our Father in heaven would rescue us from every evil of body and soul, possessions and reputation, and finally, when our last hour comes, give us a blessed end, and graciously take us from this valley of sorrow to Himself in heaven.

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In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist: http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

And lead us not into temptation.

What does this mean?
God tempts no one. We pray in this petition that God would guard and keep us so that the devil, the world, and our sinful nature may not deceive us or mislead us into false belief, despair, and other great shame and vice. Although we are attacked by these things, we pray that we may finally overcome them and win the victory.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist: http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us.

What does this mean?
We pray in this petition that our Father in heaven would not look at our sins, or deny our prayer because of them. We are neither worthy of the things for which we pray, nor have we deserved them, but we ask that He would give them all to us by grace, for we daily sin much and surely deserve nothing but punishment. So we too will sincerely forgive and gladly do good to those who sin against us.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist: http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

Give us this day our daily bread.

What does this mean?
God certainly gives daily bread to everyone without our prayers, even to all evil people, but we pray in this petition that God would lead us to realize this and to receive our daily bread with thanksgiving.

What is meant by daily bread?
Daily bread includes everything that has to do with the support and needs of the body, such as food, drink, clothing, shoes, house, home, land, animals, money, goods, a devout husband or wife, devout children, devout workers, devout and faithful rulers, good government, good weather, peace, health, self-control, good reputation, good friends, faithful neighbors, and the like.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist: http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

What does this mean?
The good and gracious will of God is done even without our prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may be done among us also.

How does God's kingdom come?
God’s will is done when He breaks and hinders every evil plan and purpose of the devil, the world, and our sinful nature, which do not want us to hallow God’s name or let His kingdom come; and when He strengthens and keeps us firm in His Word and faith until we die. This is His good and gracious will.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist: http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

Thy kingdom come.

What does this mean?
The kingdom of God certainly comes by itself without our prayer, but we pray in this petition that it may come to us also.

How does God's kingdom come?
God's kingdom comes when our heavenly Father gives us His Holy Spirit, so that by His grace we believe His holy Word and lead godly lives here in time and there in eternity.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

Hallowed be Thy name. 

What does this mean?
God's name is certainly holy in itself, but we pray in this petition that it may be kept holy among us also.

How is God's name kept holy?
God's name is kept holy when the Word of God is taught in its truth and purity, and we, as the children of God, also lead holy lives according to it. Help us to do this, dear Father in heaven! But anyone who teaches or lives contrary to God's Word profanes the name of God among us. Protect us from this, heavenly Father!

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

Our Father who art in heaven.  

What does this mean?
With these words God tenderly invites us to believe that He is our true Father and that we are His true children, so that with all boldness and  confidence we may ask Him as dear children ask their dear father.  

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian church, the communion  of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and  the life everlasting. Amen.  

What does this mean?  

I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by  the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the  true faith.

In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole  Christian church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith.

In this Christian church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers.

On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ.

This is most certainly true.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

And [I believe] in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was  conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under  Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried. He descended into  hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven  and sits at the right hand of God, the Father Almighty. From thence He  will come to judge the living and the dead.

What does this mean?  

I believe that Jesus Christ, true God, begotten of the Father from  eternity, and also true man, born of the Virgin Mary, is my Lord,

who has redeemed me, a lost and condemned person, purchased and won me  from all sins, from death, and from the power of the devil; not with  gold or silver, but with His holy, precious blood and with His innocent  suffering and death,

that I may be His own and live under Him in His kingdom and serve Him in  everlasting righteousness, innocence, and blessedness, just as He is  risen from the dead, lives and reigns to all eternity.

This is most certainly true.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.  

What does this mean?
I believe that God has made me and all creatures; that He has given me  my body and soul, eyes, ears, and all my members, my reason and all my  senses, and still takes care of them.

He also gives me clothing and shoes, food and drink, house and home,  wife and children, land, animals, and all I have. He richly and daily  provides me with all that I need to support this body and life.

He defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil.

All this He does only out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy,  without any merit or worthiness in me. For all this it is my duty to  thank and praise, serve and obey Him.

This is most certainly true.  

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

What does God say about these commandments?
He says: "I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children  for the sin of the fathers to the third and fourth generation of those  who hate Me, but showing love to a thousand generations of those who  love Me and keep My commandments." (Exodus 20:5-6) 

What does this mean?
God threatens to punish all who break these commandments. Therefore, we  should fear His wrath and not do anything against them. But He promises  grace and every blessing to all who keep these commandments. Therefore,  we should also love and trust in Him and gladly do what He commands. 

~~
 

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

You shall not covet your neighbor's house. (God's gift of contentment)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not scheme to get our neighbor's inheritance or house, or get it in a way which only appears right, but help and be of service to him in keeping it.

The 10th Commandment

You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor. (God's gift of contentment)

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not entice or force away our neighbor's wife, workers, or animals, or turn them against him, but urge them to stay and do their duty.

~~

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not tell lies about our neighbor, betray him, slander him, or hurt his reputation, but defend him, speak well of him, and explain everything in the kindest way.  

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist:
http://bit.ly/flc-small-catechism

What does this mean?
We should fear and love God so that we do not take our neighbor's money or possessions, or get them in any dishonest way, but help him to improve and protect his possessions and income.

In addition to this audio podcast, you can view the videos of this series on YouTube via this playlist: bit.ly/flc-small-catechism