The Latest Articles
The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
On ‘Silas Marner’: An Enduring Life
Even though Eppie required everything of him, Silas was broken open in total concern for her and doggedly determined to raise her through childhood.
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The Boldness of the Little Drummer Boy
The classic, kitschy Christmas song, “The Little Drummer Boy,” exemplifies the boldness that belongs to us as children of God.
Why December 25?
What if I told you that December 25 probably was the day on which the Lord Jesus was born? What if I told you that the evidence actually does point to December 25?
Martin Luther’s ‘Joy to the World’
Martin Luther never sang “Joy to the World.” But Luther’s hymn “From Heaven Above to Earth I Come” explodes with Christmas joy.
Thy People’s Everlasting Light
What a loving and beautiful reflection on Christ’s faithfulness and care for us we gain from our brothers and sisters of centuries ago …
In Defense of Giving Thanks
Christmas haters are called “Scrooges” or “Grinches,” but haters of Thanksgiving are considered socially conscious and realistic.
How to Study the Bible at Home
Practical tips for studying the Bible at home, individually and as a family.