The Latest Articles
The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
A Tale of Two Schools: Lutheran Identity and Mission Go Hand in Hand
With a strong Lutheran identity, Lutheran schools are well poised to proclaim God’s Word to those who are outside the circle of faith.
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Why (and How) to Read Your Kids Disturbing Bible Stories
Our children need to know about ugly realities like sin, death and the devil in order to understand the faith.
The Problem With Random Acts of Kindness
Christian love is specific and sacrificial. It is meted out through the concentric circles of our vocation.
How to Listen to a Sermon — Even When It’s Hard
Making a few changes in how you listen may yield a surprising increase in your personal takeaways from the Sunday sermon.
How to Pray in Public
Many of us feel uncomfortable when praying out loud. Here is some practical guidance for doing so.
Review: Barbie — The Fruitless Search for Perfection
Writ large, the Barbie conundrum is really a human conundrum. We long for something ideal and perfect and good, but …
Stewardship Lessons from a Mission Trip
Mission trips can be a great and lasting tool for teaching and forming stewards.