The Mystery of the Missing Body
Non-biblical evidence for the Resurrection is consistent and quite interesting. Yet it is by faith alone that God enables us to believe.
Pursuing history
I commend you on “Mercy, Lutheran Style” by Dollie Raabe (November 2006). It was the first time I had heard of Rev. Johann Friedrich Buenger, who founded the first Lutheran Orphans’ Home. I would like to know whom I could contact to get information on the Lutheran Orphans’ Home in Kansas. My mother and her …
Worship paradigms
In his January letter regarding the new Lutheran Service Book, Mr. Timothy R. Dahlstrom asks whether a similar resource might be available for those involved in contemporary-style worship. The LCMS Commission on Worship has included consideration of diverse worship in its current work, and it plans to make available more resources in that area in …
Ordinary Means, Extradordinary Gifts
The Lord’s Supper is a gift of life and love to be received, not a requirement to be fulfilled.
The Judge Who Changed History
Two thousand years ago, a Roman governor made a judgment that would place the Messiah on the cross. Who was he? What political forces caused his decision?
He Suffered for Our Salvation
by Andrew Simcak What thoughts come to your mind during this Lenten season when you think of the suffering of Jesus? As with many Christians, the first thing is probably the words we have said so many times when confessing the Apostles’ Creed: “He suffered under Pontius Pilate. …” That definitely calls to mind the …
A Magnificent Question
Meeting students from around the world provides
opportunities to witness. This one began with a question.
The Stem “Sell”
I found Dr. James Lamb’s January article “The Stem Sell’” well written, and I share his opinion. I do not do so lightly. I am affected by Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT). CMT is a progressive, genetic neuropathy that affects the peripheral nervous system (hands/arms and feet/legs). Probability states that there are approximately 1,500 other LCMS Lutherans …
More Hopes and Dreams
Last month, I began to share with you the hopes, dreams, and objectives that I have for the Synod.
Facing Unemployment
by Dr. Leslie (Jack) Fyans I’m facing a layoff at work and am very anxious about what to do. My wife also works, but we can’t make it on her paycheck alone. How can my faith support me during this time? I hear the very real struggle in your question of not being able to …
Lutheranism’s Sweetest Voice
Paul Gerhardt’s beloved hymns were a product of suffering.
Strangers in the Pews
You can help visitors to your congregation feel welcome. Here are some practical thoughts to keep in mind.