The dog days of summer heat are here for most of our nation. As scavenging dogs are grateful for even a few crumbs of food, sinners, too, are grateful for the grace and mercy that come from God. We who do not deserve mercy are given mercy because Jesus came into our world, a result of God’s gracious love. Continued...

Help is needed from 7:30 – 12:30 this Saturday morning at Watson Realty on Highway 50 and Hancock Road. Please wear red and black to identify yourself as a helper.

We will need strong men early in the morning and at the end of the sale to assist with some of the heavier items.We especially need Thrivent members to come out for an hour or more.

Help is also needed on Friday beginning at 9:00 to price and organize items. We’ll work until the job is done. If all you have is an hour or two to spare we can use you. You will be working in an air conditioned room on Friday.

A lot of people want to just get by. Is God pleased with a little faith; will a medium-size faith get us in to heaven? Your Lutheran Hour message may be designed for someone you know who isn't worried about faith at all. (Matthew 15:28)

"The Lutheran Hour" can be heard on Sundays on WFLF/WFLA 540 AM at 7:30 AM.