Jesus intentionally delays going to Lazarus' sickbed because he wants to wait until he's dead so that he can heal him. Knowing he's going to heal him doesn't mean he takes his friend's death lightly though – Jesus is deeply affected and moved by the grief surrounding Lazarus' demise. But because he himself is the resurrection, he can bring new life out of that pain.
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 130
- Gospel Reading is from John 11:1–45
Hymns:
- Be Still, My Soul
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Text: Catharina Amalia Dorothea von Schlegel, 1697–1752; tr. Jane L. Borthwick, 1813–97, alt.
Tune: Jean Sibelius, 1865–1957, adapt.
Text and tune: Public domain - Magnificat
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Text: Luke 1:46 (ESV), public domain.
Tune: David Schack (b. 1947), © 2006 Lutheran Service Book, used with permission,
LSB Hymn License no. 110001220. - O the Deep, Deep Love of Jesus!
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Text by S. Trevor Francis
Tune by Thomas John Williams
Public domain
Recording:
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