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The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
The River and the Vessel: Transmitting Faith from Generation to Generation
The Gospel of Jesus Christ is not a Western export, nor an African possession, nor an American commodity. It is a divine proclamation that transcends cultural barriers because it addresses the universal human condition and its cure — sin and grace, death and resurrection.
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In defense of Mother’s Day
We should take a little time to bless the mothers in our congregations, to thank them, pray for them, encourage them and support them.
Let’s want better for our children
It’s not hard to pick up on what the world around us wants us to want for our children. But what would God have us ...
Jesus Christ alone
Jesus was crucified, and He hung on the cross until death — alone. He understands loneliness. He understands sadness. He understands suffering.
A Holy Week identity crisis
If we truly examine our words and actions, we are forced to admit that we have sometimes echoed Peter's words: “I know not the man!”
Save the offering
Online giving may soon make passing the plate during Sunday morning worship services practically obsolete. But at what theological cost?
Love won in St. Louis
What does love look like? A husband and a wife who lay down their lives for each other. Christ on the cross, dying to redeem ...