Charlotte Brontë wants us to think about the difference between things that are good and things that look good.
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You were created by God to reflect His will among creation.
Generosity in God’s Image Read More »
Our children need to know about ugly realities like sin, death and the devil in order to understand the faith.
Why (and How) to Read Your Kids Disturbing Bible Stories Read More »
Christian love is specific and sacrificial. It is meted out through the concentric circles of our vocation.
The Problem With Random Acts of Kindness Read More »
Making a few changes in how you listen may yield a surprising increase in your personal takeaways from the Sunday sermon.
How to Listen to a Sermon — Even When It’s Hard Read More »
While the Law/Gospel distinction is one of the basics of Lutheran theology, distinguishing them rightly is one of the most difficult Christian arts.
Difficult or Easy? Law and Gospel in the Christian life Read More »
We take these topics up because they are difficult teachings of Scripture, teachings that perhaps Christians feel a bit ashamed about or find difficult to understand.
Difficult Teachings of Scripture Read More »
The October Lutheran Witness takes up several “Difficult Teachings of Scripture.”
Lutheran Witness: October 2023 Read More »
Many of us feel uncomfortable when praying out loud. Here is some practical guidance for doing so.
How to Pray in Public Read More »
Writ large, the Barbie conundrum is really a human conundrum. We long for something ideal and perfect and good, but …
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Mission trips can be a great and lasting tool for teaching and forming stewards.
Stewardship Lessons from a Mission Trip Read More »