Preaching Law and Gospel in Times of Trial
To the suffering, the discouraged, the downtrodden, the preacher proclaims the pure sweet Gospel of Christ.
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Nones: The Spirituality of the Unaffiliated
Despite the dramatic efforts of many churches to reach seekers, the Nones are simply not seeking.
Epiphany: The Bright Light of Life
Christ demonstrated how precious every life is at every stage of development. He is truly the creator and “Author of life.”
Father Knows Best? How animated movies illustrate dads
Children’s entertainment consistently portrays parents — especially fathers — as fools. What should Lutheran parents do?
Unto You Is Born a Savior: An excerpt from Luther’s Christmas 1544 sermon
It’s a marvel that we can “listen in” to Martin Luther’s own sermon on Luke 2, from Christmas 1544.
Nunc Dimittis
The Christian church has now taken up Simeon’s song as her own, and rightly so. For, as with Simeon, we have also seen and rejoice in the salvation of our God.
Luther on Christian Love and Service
Christ humbled Himself and became a servant. We do likewise, freely, compelled by this Gospel.
The Grave Is Not the End
Christians must remember this fact: This earth is not our home. The funerals over the past five years have kept this reality at the forefront for many in the parish. Having the casket of a loved one resting before the chancel is the ultimate object lesson.
An Eternal Confession
Lutherans confess Scripture to be inerrant. We are also pledged — every one of us — to the Book of Concord.
Crucified With Christ: The life and service of Paul T. McCain
The Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison reflects on the life, service and friendship of Paul T. McCain.
For the Dead
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.
The Problem of Death
The “problem of death” is a great opportunity to confess Jesus.