J.S. Bach: A Musician—and a Lover of Lists!
This month we can recall the musical ministry of Johann Sebastian Bach, who was born on March 21, 1685. We can also thank God for all those who follow in his footsteps.
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Creating a Lutheran Home at Harvard
Last year, students at Harvard College established the first LCMS student organization in the university’s 372-year history.
Using My Gift of Administration
A CPA discovers her God-given gifts can be used in mission work.
The ‘Other’ Lutheran Composer
Two generations junior to Bach, Felix Mendelssohn made significant contributions to western music and Lutheran hymnody during his short life.
Shedding Some Light
Math Challenged Said the two snakes to Noah: “We’ll give it a try, but we’re adders, you know, we don’t multiply.” Don’t Confuse Me! Some of my best arguments are spoiled by people who know what they’re talking about. Courtesy of George Kottwitz Trinity Lutheran Church Edwardsville, Ill. An English Lesson A pastor used
Greetings, O Favored Ones: The Lord Is with You
by Rev. Jonathan C. Watt Read Luke 1:26–38. Mary was visited by the angel Gabriel. He had good news for her. What words describe the nearness of God to Mary (v. 28)? What two ways does Gabriel say God is with Mary (vv. 28, 30)? What is Mary’s reaction to Gabriel? _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Gabriel said
‘Anti-Abortion’ Is Only the Beginning
It is important for us to emphasize our thanks to God for life—and His care for life—throughout its earthly duration.
Lutheran Witness: March 2009
Normally, in this section, we highlight the stories we feature in the current issue of The Lutheran Witness. However, this month we encourage you to visit the Web site of our sister publication, Reporter, where you will find…
Dueling Messiahs: Jesus v. the Mahdi in Iran
A conference in Tehran offers an opportunity to understand and discuss trends in Islamic eschatology—and to share a word about Jesus.
Questionable advice
I am not a licensed psychologist; rather, I am a family sociologist with 25 years’ experience in university classrooms, teaching about marriage and family relationships. I disagree with the December Family Counselor advice given by Dr. Jack Fyans to the woman who struggles with guilt over an affair that occurred a decade ago. Although she
The Witness of Matthew Jordan
Sometimes even small things count.
Seizing the opportunity
As St. Paul often mentioned believers by name and celebrated their faith, I would like to seize this opportunity to celebrate the faith of Paul and Barbara Borden of Zion Lutheran Church, Fallbrook, Calif., who lost everything but their faith in the 2007 Southern California wildfires. Paul and Barbara continue to be an inspiration to