Series
Jesus’ Medicine

It is not fanatical for pastors and members to desire the weekly opportunity to commune.

The Sacrifice of Isaac with Origen

One thing that makes us nervous about early Christian interpretation of the Scriptures is what we call “allegory” or “spiritual exegesis.”
Do You Always Need it?

This marvelous truth is foundational for Holy Communion: The living Christ, here and now, in the flesh, does this.

Churchly Challenges and God’s Work

Over the last few months, we have talked about problems that afflict us — half-heartedness, slackness, falsehoods, fragmentation, failure to preach the Gospel.
Let It Be Done

“If I knew the world was to end tomorrow, I would still plant an apple tree today.” This memorable quotation is often attributed to Martin Luther.

The Driver’s Seat

God is near. God is “very present” (Psalm 46:1). God is sitting in the driver’s seat of creation. This is what Lutherans believe.

With a Whole Heart

You can tell when someone does something halfheartedly. They lack drive, interest; sometimes they emit an audible sigh. No go, no push, no effort.
Pressing Ahead

Christianity has never been a spectator sport. A spectator watches other athletes run, struggle, fall, triumph.

Wholesome Food

You are what you eat. If you want to lose weight, you can exercise more, get more sleep, get outside more. You can change lots of things, but if you don’t change what you eat, the other changes won’t matter much in the long run. Your food is your health or your sickness. Your soul

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