We all seek a purpose in our lives and many are perplex how to determine it. In this episode of Faith Comes by Hearing, Dr. Larson points to the words of Christ Jesus that speaks quite clearly what is the purpose for each of us in this life.

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There are many opinions about forgiveness. Some experts argue that forgiveness isn’t necessary and that telling people to forgive can invalidate their trauma. Dr. Larson explores how Christ Jesus calls us to forgive—not to hurt us, but for our own sake, to find freedom and healing. We are encouraged to forgive quickly, deeply, and as often as needed, with His loving and merciful guidance.

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Misquoting Jesus can have significant consequences. By misquoting Jesus, we can actually be part of the devil’s work to hinder the Kingdom of God. With this mindset Dr. Larson will begin a summer preaching series, “Things Jesus Never Said.” The first of this series is of words Jesus never said nor will ever say, "I am so disappointed in you."

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The door of life opens by keeping Christ Jesus’ word. This is not just about doing things, but a heartfelt response of faith that wholeheartedly believes Jesus has accomplished everything needed for life and salvation. In this extended episode of Faith Come By Hearing, Dr Larson illustrates that Faith transcends mere intellectual reason; it is a deep trust that God in Christ, who existed before Abraham, who was with God in the beginning, and who is Himself God, has infused eternal life and His Holy Spirit into the spirit of every believer.

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On the day of Pentecost, Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to guide and counsel the first believers. That same Holy Spirit acts within the Church today, creating faith and guiding believers to keep the Word of Christ Jesus, which is also the Word of the Father who sent Him.

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In this episode of Faith Comes by Hearing, with the Ascension of Christ Jesus to the "right hand of God the Father Almighty," Dr. Larson using the historical disagreement between Luther and Zwingli on the real presence in Holy Communion, highlights the tension between human reason and divine revelation, encouraging listeners to trust in Christ's promises over rational limitations.

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In this episode of Faith Comes by Hearing, Dr. Larson, presiding pastor of the American Association of Lutheran Churches, underscores that praying in Jesus’ name is not a formula but a participation in God’s holy will, aligning our petitions with the divine purpose of Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. Larson challenges listeners to approach the Lord’s Prayer with reverence and boldness, trusting that God answers every petition perfectly, even when the response defies human expectations.

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