Even in the midst of terrible suffering, God’s children through faith in Jesus can joyfully serve Him who cleanses their sin and gives them His presence and protection.
1) As Jesus’ forewarns His followers, suffering is normative
a. Sermon on the Mount – blessings
b. Hated by the World
2) Our robes have been made white in the blood of the Lamb
a. Represents putting Christ in Holy Baptism
b. Reminds us to continually turn to God
3) We joyfully serve in His presence, under His protection
a. Before the throne of God
b. He will spread His tent over us
All Saints' Day
Coming out of Terrible Suffering
November 1, 2020 • Pastor Paul Becker
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