I have no intention of trying to defend the specific methods used in the therapy mentioned in the article excerpted below. That is not to … Criminalizing Anti-Gay Therapy…Why we care?Read more
Author: Philip Hoppe
LCMS Pastor.
Posted inSexuality / Theology and Practice
The Extinction of a Nation?
Imagine a whole country ceasing to exist. It is the kind of stuff that screenwriters imagine when crafting stories for new movies. But usually in … The Extinction of a Nation?Read more
Posted inMarriage and Family / Theology and Practice
Hustle. Loyalty. Respect.
If these three words in succession means anything to you, you likely watch the highest rated show on cable television that absolutely no one admits … Hustle. Loyalty. Respect.Read more
Posted inSexuality / Theology and Practice
How Obama became Pro-Gay Marriage
Listen to his own words: "I have to tell you that over the course of several years as I have talked to friends and family … How Obama became Pro-Gay MarriageRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
The Life of Julia
This is a screenshot of the latest flash campaign material for President Obama. My point here is not to comment upon the political assertions being … The Life of JuliaRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
Dare to be Christian
Some time ago on this blog I wrote a piece that was aimed at the slogan of the Higher Things youth organization. I suggested that … Dare to be ChristianRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
Caricatures of the Ministry–Must be Call Day
Have you ever had a caricature of yourself drawn by an artist? They take certain features of yours and exaggerate them. That nose you inherited … Caricatures of the Ministry–Must be Call DayRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
Biblically Illiterate Pastors
When pastors get together, we often mourn the biblically illiteracy of the people we come into contact with in our churches and communities. Even the … Biblically Illiterate PastorsRead more
Posted inHumor
Members at “The Valley” find out they are Lutheran
Cottonwood, MI – A meeting was held this last Thursday night in the home of Valley member Rich Thomas. He had asked Pastor Jeff to … Members at “The Valley” find out they are LutheranRead more