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‘In Him Was Life’: On Communion with Christ, the Only True Life
The following article originally appeared in our April 2026 print edition. It is being published online now as part of LCMS Life Ministry’s Resource Library. If you were to ask a medical doctor what it means for a human to have “life,” he would probably cite several physical characteristics, beginning with a heart that is ...
Charles A. Gieschen
July 13, 2026
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On ‘Frankenstein’: Alienation and the Creature’s Need for Belonging
Joshua Pauling
'Frankenstein' is a tragic picture of what happens when we don’t live according to our design for communion with our Creator and fellow creatures.
Our Great Heritage: J.S. Bach
Molly Lackey
This talented Lutheran musician continues to influence our music in church, in the symphony, and on the radio.
Successful Stewardship?
Nathan Meador
Successful stewardship is faithful stewardship. It is not about amount but about identity.
Our Great Heritage: Martin Chemnitz
Molly Lackey
“The Second Martin,” he helped the early Lutheran church navigate theological controversies and the deaths of its original leaders.
On ‘That Hideous Strength’: Christian Community, the Gate to All Good Adventure
Kevin Martin
Lewis's novel shows us how Christ Himself is present in Christian community.
Our Great Heritage: Katharina von Bora Luther
Molly Lackey
Born noble, raised to be a nun, then marrying an outlaw reformer and dying in poverty — Katharina understood the cost of clinging to Christ.








