Over the centuries this teaching of Jesus has caused Christians to re-read the Scripture verse. We had to make sure we really read what we thought we read.  … More Comforted in Mourning

We are blessed this week to prepare for the celebration of Reformation Sunday. Yet from time to time I hear criticism of Lutheran churches for having a worship service dedicated to the Reformation. … More Answering Critics of Reformation Services

Knowing this pain in our souls, our Lord provides hope. … More Hope Upon Hope

This parable by Jesus is so sobering. We may not want to dwell upon this story, but it’s a still a message we need to hear.  … More Sobering Lesson

But there is a point where seeking wealth can become a form of idolatry. Instead of trusting God for our daily bread, we begin to bank on ourselves. … More God or Money?

The Apostle Paul makes a powerful case for forgiveness for those who sin while locked in unbelief. What about those of us who are believers in Jesus who still struggle with sin? … More No One Is Unforgiveable

I can see how people could get the idea that Jesus and the Pharisees were opposed to each other. Certainly, there were Pharisees who were opposed to Jesus. But Jesus came for the salvation of the world, so any opposition was to Pharisees’ teachings.  … More Clarifying the Sabbath