May 1, 2026
The Light of Truth - Part 5
John 16:22
05/01/2026
22 So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you
again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one
will take your joy from you. (ESV)
We believe, teach, and confess that God's Word is true, that
it gives us all we need to know for our salvation from sin and
death. All Scripture points us to Christ Jesus, who died and
rose again so to win for us the forgiveness of our many sins.
Therefore, the Church prays for all who hear the Word, that they
come to know the truth, and that their thoughts, words, and deeds
reflect the truth.
Almighty God, You show those in error the light of Your
truth so that they may return to the way of
righteousness. Grant faithfulness to all who are
admitted into the fellowship of Christ's Church that
they may avoid whatever is contrary to their confession
and follow all such things as are pleasing to You.
Jesus, on the night He was betrayed, told His disciples:
``So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your
hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.''
Here we have the promise of His return and the promise of
the eternal joys of living in His Father's mansions. Today we
may have trouble, sickness, and distress. We know, however, that
this is temporary. Heaven awaits that unknown hour when He will
return in all His glory.
As we wait for Christ Jesus to return, we are invited by God
to receive, even today, the gift of forgiveness which brings us
hope and comfort. Where do we find that gift? Come join us each
Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. as we gather around the Word and
Sacraments to receive God's rich blessings.
May our Lord grant us steadfast faith, and the strength to
live that faith, as we await the great day of Jesus' return.
Amen.