Isaiah’s Easter Feast
In Isaiah, we find not only a warning of universal judgment but also a foretaste of Easter’s resurrection joy and a promise of the glorious eternal banquet that awaits in heaven.
The Magazine
Recipients of God’s Miraculous Grace
by Rev. Donald Anthony The Resurrection by Gustave Doré Each Sunday, our church was providing bookmarkers with information about people from our history. On the opposite side of the marker was a brief excerpt from our church history. Our members looked forward to and enjoyed receiving the markers, which were being designed and donated by
Resurrection Reflections
Christmas might be our favorite holiday, but Easter is the queen of Christian festivals, the culmination of God’s plan of salvation and the reason our faith is not futile.
Easter and the Promise of Life
How joyous it is to recall that above all else, Easter, the festival of our Lord’s resurrection, gives us the assurance of eternal life in Jesus Christ and the certainty of our own resurrection.
Faith, Culture, and Youth
What are kids thinking these days? And why are they thinking the way they do?
The Difference Easter Makes
by Dr. Carl Albert Gieseler Good Friday 1960 is the 95th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s death. Had he lived to finish his second term, the history of our country would no doubt have been far different. “With malice toward none, with charity for all,” the great war President would have carried out his plans to
Gardening East of Eden
Doubts about our life or vocation do not negate the fact that God plants His people with purpose.
Practicing Hospitality: Together through Cuisine
Each Wednesday they gather. The smells of food waft in, welcoming new members with a sense of comfort and camaraderie.
Perspective—It Makes a Difference
In Ps. 18:16 and 19, God reminds us to brace ourselves in His strength…Regardless of our storms, God rescues us and gives us strength.
Concerning grief
Thank you, Dolores Hatfield, for bringing some much needed practical attention to the subject of grief in your February letter to the editor. Everything stated in “Grief Doesn’t Run on Schedule” should be understood and brought to the attention of well-meaning friends and pastors. Until a person experiences a loss that changes your life forever,
Breaking down stereotypes
As a missionary in Taiwan, I have always enjoyed reading The Lutheran Witness. After reading the articles, I feel connected with the Church around the world and refreshed in my personal faith. However, as I read the February issue, I noticed something. In all the pictures, whether articles or ads, there seems to be a
We stand corrected
In February’s “Family Counselor,” Dr. William B. Knippa stated that “We affirm in the Apostles’ Creed our belief in ‘God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.’” His reference is from the Nicene Creed, not the Apostles’ Creed. Since so many people are only too willing to