“We are beggars, this is true.”

As far as we know, these are the last words written by the great reformer, Dr. Martin Luther. Two days before his death on February 18, 1546, Luther one more time made the point that all we have to offer God is our sinfulness. Yet our compassionate heavenly Father, by His unimaginable grace, gives us everything and forgives us our sin for the sake of His Son, Jesus Christ.

That’s what Lent is about. It’s about us beggars being given absolutely everything because of the cross of Jesus. “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.” These are the words we beggars hear at the imposition of ashes on Ash Wednesday. “It is finished” is what we beggars hear from our Savior on Good Friday. During this season of Lent we remember that Christ lived and died to redeem us from sin. And He did it for the whole world. Because of Christ’s death and resurrection, our beggar lives are renewed. On Easter morning we beggars call out “He is risen! I know that my Redeemer lives.”

At Peace let’s walk this Lenten journey together toward the empty tomb and raise our Alleluias to our risen Lord on Easter morning and throughout eternity.

Polly Wegner
Dir. of Discipleship
pwegner@peacelutheran.net
303-424-4454

Fail-Safe Predictions for the New Year

As one year ends and another begins, it is a reflective time to look back, as well as appreciate new
beginnings. Here is a quick Bible study of sure things to look forward to in the New Year.

10 Can’t Fail Predictions for the New Year:

1. The Bible will have all the answers that we really need. Read Deuteronomy 29:20
2. God will hear our prayers. Read Psalm 34:17
3. The Holy Spirit can still change the world. Read Acts 1:8
4. God will continue to keep His promises. Numbers 23:19
5. There are still only two ways to live. Read Psalm 1:6
6. God will continue to love sinners enough not to leave us as we are. John 3: 16-17
7. Jesus will save any who come to Him. Read Acts 2:21
8. God gives each person gifts to use for His glory. Read Ephesians 2:10
9. God will not give up on you. Read Philippians 1:6
10. God will carry you through the valleys. Read Psalm 23

At Peace, may we all lean on these “can’t fail predictions” and boldly worship, connect and serve in and
outside this place in 2013.
Polly Wegner
Dir. of Discipleship
pwegner@peacelutheran.net
303-424-4454