When a good author writes a story, they know their characters well. Even though they may not reveal the details, in their mind they know … Advent Meditations: The Backstory of JosephRead more
Author: Philip Hoppe
LCMS Pastor.
Posted inNews Clippings / Politics / Theology and Practice
Freedom of Rude Speech–Kansas Style
So recently a girl here in Kansas tweeted the following while visiting the governor: “Just made mean comments at gov. brownback and told him he … Freedom of Rude Speech–Kansas StyleRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
Advent and the Lectionary
I really struggle to rejoice in how the lectionary is arranged for Advent. Perhaps some of you understand what I mean. Historically this season was … Advent and the LectionaryRead more
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An Act of Spiritual Mercy: Closed Communion
The Gospel for this Sunday is the the account of the Son of Man separating the sheep and the goats on the last day. The … An Act of Spiritual Mercy: Closed CommunionRead more
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Eternal Security–A Lutheran Belief?
Ask any Lutheran pastor or consult any book which explains Lutheran doctrine and you will find that Lutherans do not believe in the doctrine of … Eternal Security–A Lutheran Belief?Read more
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Hymnody as Pedagogy
It is certainly true that hymns teach regardless of anyone’s intention when using them. As many have written before, this is one of the great … Hymnody as PedagogyRead more
Posted inCreative Writing
“A journey bids the man” – A hymn text
This is a text written based on the parable of the talents from Matthew 25. It is written in common meter (6686). I suggest the … “A journey bids the man” – A hymn textRead more
Posted inMarriage and Family / Theology and Practice
Turkey Cows?
Last night, Gideon, my oldest boy, now a fourth grader had an assignment which was given to encourage family participation. As a family, we were … Turkey Cows?Read more