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The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
On the ‘Odyssey’: The Joy of Redemption
A literary reflection by Davis Smith on Homer’s Odyssey. This is one installment of a monthly series providing reflections on works of literature from a Lutheran perspective. No finer, greater gift in the world than that … when man and woman possess their home, two minds, two hearts that work as one. –Odyssey, 6.200–202 The …
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The Theology of Vocational Well-Being
A reflection on vocational well-being for church workers.
On ‘Silas Marner’: An Enduring Life
Seeing Silas through the lens of Jesus and the false accusations He bore up under is a fruitful endeavor.
Catechesis Cultivates Thankful Stewardship
Catechesis anchors stewards rightly within the created order, and calls them to a faithful, thankful response to all that God entrusts to them.
On ‘The Wind in the Willows’: Enjoying the Creator’s Good Gifts
When we learn to pay close attention to created gifts, how much more joy will we find in attending to the gifts of Word and Sacrament, and to the Giver Himself.
Legacy, Not Idolatry
Legacy stewardship plays a critical role in present and future ministry by planning ahead for the stewarding of the Gospel, while always being careful to honor Christ’s legacy, not humans’.
The Future in the Digital World
What lies next on the digital horizon? What principles should guide our thinking as each new technological frontier is opened?