The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller serves St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Lutheran Church of the Deaf in Austin, Texas. He is cohost of “Table Talk Radio” and the author of several books including, And Take They Our Life.
The rite of Christian burial is often the last good work the Lord permits us to do for our beloved friends until we meet them again in the resurrection.
Three simple words, but words that cause the devil to rage, words that cost countless lives, words that are on our lips. What is it about these words, this simple confession, “Jesus is Lord,” that has so much power?