Title: Tests of Thanksgiving
Author: Donald Cantrell
Text: Psalms 30: 5
Psa 30:5 KJV - For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning.
Thanksgiving Sermon
I - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Struggles (Gen. 22: 1 - 5)
II - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Setbacks (II Sam. 12: 16 - 20)
III - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Suffering (Job 1: 13 - 20)
IV - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Storms (Matt. 14: 27 - 33)
Facing a Crisis
Martin Luther was one of the most important figures of the Protestant Reformation. Throughout his life, he experienced many serious health crises. One of the most notable instances occurred in 1527, during a challenging period for him personally and professionally.
In the summer of 1527, Luther faced a grave illness during an outbreak of the plague in Wittenberg, Germany. This period is significant because it was a time of Luther's physical suffering and intense spiritual struggle and reflection. Luther described his illness as highly severe.
He experienced debilitating symptoms, including high fevers, extreme weakness, and severe depression. He believed he was at death's door. In his writings and correspondence from this period, Luther expressed profound fears about dying, leaving his family, and the future of the Reformation movement he had initiated.
During this time, Luther turned to God in prayer with great intensity. He prayed for God's mercy and healing, not just for himself but also for his family and the people of Wittenberg affected by the plague. His writings from this period reflect a deep reliance on God's providence and a humble submission to God's will; miraculously, Luther began to recover.
His health improved, and he could resume his work and ministry. Luther attributed his recovery to God's grace, and he continued to emphasize the importance of prayer in his teaching. His experience of suffering and recover ...
Author: Donald Cantrell
Text: Psalms 30: 5
Psa 30:5 KJV - For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning.
Thanksgiving Sermon
I - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Struggles (Gen. 22: 1 - 5)
II - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Setbacks (II Sam. 12: 16 - 20)
III - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Suffering (Job 1: 13 - 20)
IV - Thanksgiving in the Midst of Storms (Matt. 14: 27 - 33)
Facing a Crisis
Martin Luther was one of the most important figures of the Protestant Reformation. Throughout his life, he experienced many serious health crises. One of the most notable instances occurred in 1527, during a challenging period for him personally and professionally.
In the summer of 1527, Luther faced a grave illness during an outbreak of the plague in Wittenberg, Germany. This period is significant because it was a time of Luther's physical suffering and intense spiritual struggle and reflection. Luther described his illness as highly severe.
He experienced debilitating symptoms, including high fevers, extreme weakness, and severe depression. He believed he was at death's door. In his writings and correspondence from this period, Luther expressed profound fears about dying, leaving his family, and the future of the Reformation movement he had initiated.
During this time, Luther turned to God in prayer with great intensity. He prayed for God's mercy and healing, not just for himself but also for his family and the people of Wittenberg affected by the plague. His writings from this period reflect a deep reliance on God's providence and a humble submission to God's will; miraculously, Luther began to recover.
His health improved, and he could resume his work and ministry. Luther attributed his recovery to God's grace, and he continued to emphasize the importance of prayer in his teaching. His experience of suffering and recover ...
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