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.
Portals of Prayer
A little magazine; a big message.
Needed: Missionaries of Any Age
Missionary Chuck Groth, 58, calls his work in Cambodia “great fun” and “the hardest work you’ll ever love.”
The Task at Hand
In response to Rev. Oscar Gerken’s November 2006 comments regarding the supposed error in the Lutheran Service Book, there is no error. From childhood on I have loved singing “take the task He gives you gladly” and have had no trouble understanding that line. There is such a thing as poetic license. That line appears …
Family Counselor: Pornography in the Marriage
by Dr. William B. Knippa I was startled recently when I discovered my husband looking at pornographic Web sites on the Internet. At first he denied it was a problem, but he has since confessed that he has been doing this for quite a while. We are in the process of counseling for this, but …