Sermons on Martin Luther
The Theology of the Cross
The Theology of the Cross – Luke 23:33-43 Power Hidden in Weakness In my last two sermons, I examined Martin Luther’s take on government responsibility for the wellbeing of all citizens, the institution of the ‘Common Chest’. I also spoke about Luther’s discernment of what constitutes a ‘just war’, namely only the defense of our neighbor. This Sunday, I will conclude this mini series with a closer look on Luther’s Theology of the Cross. Luther believes that human nature tends…
What the “heck” is the Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit?
What the “heck” is the Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit? The Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Martin Luther himself writes it is confusing. He doesn’t really understand it. A lot of people don’t get it. A lot of theologians struggle with it. Non-Christinas think it’s strange. And truth be told it is a bit counterintuitive. Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Three persons are one God. If that’s not a reason to share in Martin Luther’s confusion, I…
Where Is Your Heart
Sermon: Rev. Kristin Luana Baumann, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Port Angeles WA, 7/31/2016 Order your priorities by putting God first. Martin Luther defines God as that in which we put our ultimate trust. He says, where you put your trust and faith defines who or what you believe in. Is it God or is it an idol? Where is your heart? And where do you want it to be?