The “Forlorn Hope” and Christ
July 20, 2021
They were called the “Forlorn Hope.” I think these soldiers illustrate why we needed to be “brought near by the blood of Christ.” … More The “Forlorn Hope” and Christ
Adopted by God
July 13, 2021
We’re “adopted” by God. It’s fair to ask why we needed adoption. … More Adopted by God
Sent into Vocations
July 6, 2021
Too often we gloss over the account of Jesus sending the Apostles to prepare people to receive Him, thinking it doesn’t apply to us today. … More Sent into Vocations
Patience and God’s Mercy
June 30, 2021
Why are we told God’s mercies are new every day when we face prolonged affliction? … More Patience and God’s Mercy
Facing God in the Whirlwind
June 22, 2021
If any could have earned the right to complain about God, it was Job. Yet even Job was not righteous enough to do this. … More Facing God in the Whirlwind
God-Inspired Creativity in Scripture
June 15, 2021
A marvelous example of God’s creativity in inspiring the Scriptures. … More God-Inspired Creativity in Scripture
Facing Opposition to the Faith
June 8, 2021
Jesus had family members who thought He was crazy. We have the privilege of similar experiences. … More Facing Opposition to the Faith
Handling Opposition to the Faith
June 8, 2021
Jesus had family members who thought He was crazy. Quite made quite an inauspicious start in ministry for the Messiah. … More Handling Opposition to the Faith
Scriptures Supporting the Trinity
June 1, 2021
Matthew chapter 28 and Genesis chapter 1 are iconic passages for the Trinity. However, there are times when it is best to use less well known Trinitarian passages. … More Scriptures Supporting the Trinity
The Challenge of Planning Gathering in-Person
May 21, 2020
One of the hallmarks of Lutheranism is the repetition, decade after decade, of festivals and traditions. While this has proven a blessing for congregations, it also presents a challenge today. … More The Challenge of Planning Gathering in-Person
