Category: Epiphany

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Transfiguration: Cleverly Devised Myths or the Sure Prophetic Word?

Transfiguration of our Lord
As Jesus is transfigured atop a mountain, Moses (left) and Elijah (right) appear while James, John, and Peter sit in amazement and fear, based on Matthew 17:1-9. From a 1702 German printing of the Holy Bible.

Lessons: Exodus 34:29-35, 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9
Hymns: LSB 413, 395, 810, 401, 414

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Epiphany 3: The Word and Faith

Jesus Heals the Leper and Centurion
Jesus heals a leper (left) and a Roman Centurion asks Jesus to heal his servant (right) based on Matthew 8:1-13. From a book publishing Martin Luther’s Epistle and Gospel Sermons, 1540.

Lessons: 2 Kings 5:1-15, Romans 12:16-21, Matthew 8:1-13
Hymns: TLH 130, LSB 401, 412, 620, 632

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Second Sunday after Epiphany: Loving Our Spouse in Christ

Wedding at Cana
At the direction of Mary, Jesus performs His first miracle, changing water into wine at a wedding feast in Cana (John 2:1-11). From a book by Martin Luther interpreting the Epistles and Gospels, 1530.

Lessons: Amos 9:11-15, Romans 12:6-16, John 2:1-11
Hymns: LSB 409, 402, 408, 401, 398

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The First Sunday after Epiphany: Loving our Children in Christ

Jesus in the Temple at Age Twelve
Mary and Joseph find the twelve-year-old Jesus in the temple, sitting among the teachers, listening and asking questions, based on Luke 2:41-52. From Martin Luther’s Church Postils (sermons), published in 1563.

Lessons: Isaiah 42:1-9, Romans 12:1-5, Luke 2:41-52
Hymns: LSB 410, 839, 394, 401, 384

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The Epiphany of our Lord: The Magi as Examples of Faith

Visitation of the Magi
The magi bring Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh (Matthew 2:1-12). From a book explaining the Epistles and Gospels by Martin Luther (1540).

Lessons: Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12
Hymns: LSB 396, 395, 397, 401, 399

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The Transfiguration of our Lord: Jesus Only is Our Lord and Savior

Transfiguration of our Lord
As Jesus is transfigured atop a mountain, Moses (left) and Elijah (right) appear while James, John, and Peter sit in amazement and fear, based on Matthew 17:1-9. From a 1702 German printing of the Holy Bible.
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The Fourth Sunday after Epiphany: Why are You Fearful?

Jesus Calms a Storm
Jesus sleeps in a boat during a storm, but the disciples are afraid. The multitude watches from the shore, based on Matthew 8:23-27. From Martin Luther’s Church Postils (Sermons), 1554.

Lessons: Jonah 1:1-17, Romans 13:8-10, Matthew 8:23-27
Hymns: LSB 398, 557, 724, 399, 409

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Epiphany 3: Jesus is the Light for All

Jesus Heals the Leper and Centurion
Jesus heals a leper (left) and a Roman Centurion asks Jesus to heal his servant (right) based on Matthew 8:1-13. From a book publishing Martin Luther’s Epistle and Gospel Sermons, 1540.

Lessons: 2 Kings 5:1-15a, Romans 1:8-17, Matthew 8:1-13
Hymns: LSB 394, 401, 620, 399, 839

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The Second Sunday after Epiphany

Wedding at Cana
At the direction of Mary, Jesus performs His first miracle, changing water into wine at a wedding feast in Cana (John 2:1-11). From a book by Martin Luther interpreting the Epistles and Gospels, 1530.

Lessons: Amos 9:11-15, Ephesians 5:22-33, John 2:1-11
Hymns: LSB 399, 402, 408, 384, 862

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The Baptism of our Lord: Jesus, Baptized for You

Baptism of our Lord
Jesus is baptized by John the Baptist in the Jordan River. The Holy Spirit appears overhead in the form of a dove along with God the Father (Matthew 3:13-17). From Martin Luther’s Church Postils (sermons), published in 1563.

Lessons: Joshua 3:1-17, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Matthew 3:13-17
Hymns: LSB 399, 594, 405, 404, 601

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The Epiphany of our Lord: Jesus Christ is the Light of the World

Visitation of the Magi
The magi bring Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh (Matthew 2:1-12). From a book explaining the Epistles and Gospels by Martin Luther (1540).

Lessons: Isaiah 60:1-6, Ephesians 3:1-12, Matthew 2:1-12
Hymns: LSB 367, 395, 397, TLH 99

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The Transfiguration of our Lord: Jesus Only

Hymns: LSB 402, 413, 395, 414
Lessons: Exodus 34:29-35, 2 Peter 1:16-21, Matthew 17:1-9

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The Second Sunday in Epiphany: Marriage Is Blessed by God

Hymns: LSB 399, 402, 408, 398, 394
Readings: Amos 9:11-15, Ephesians 5:22-33, John 2:1-11

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The First Sunday in Epiphany: About Our Father’s Business

Readings: 1 Kings 8:6-13, Romans 12:1-5, Luke 2:41-52
Hymns: LSB 402, TLH 130, LSB 410, 862, 864

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