[2] We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, [3] remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. (1 Thessalonians 1:2–3) What do fellow Lutherans in sister churches say about your church? Is … More Church Relationships

If you are like me, there are times when God’s law weighs heavily upon you. Our Scripture passage illustrates one way God helps us in our struggle with sin.   … More Love and the Law

I learned first-hand as a parish pastor that the so called “Prosperity Gospel” could wreck a Christian’s faith. When a recent study found Protestants are increasing buying into this false Gospel, it seemed time to raise a caution flag.  … More Guarding Against the Prosperity Gospel