The Historic Litany (a form of which appears in Lutheran Service Book on page 288) bids us to pray for many things which is one … Increasing Happiness in their BlessingsRead more
Author: Philip Hoppe
LCMS Pastor.
Posted inCreative Writing
I craft words
One among a whole host of nuggets of advice I received when becoming a Pastor was to pick up a hobby where you could tangibly … I craft wordsRead more
Posted inCommon Salvation
Common Salvation: Episode 16
Episode fifteen is up. Click on the image below to go to the main website. This episode reflects on the third petition to the Lord’s … Common Salvation: Episode 16Read more
Posted inBook Reviews / Theology and Practice
Heaven is for Real: Review
As a pastor, I try to read books that my members are likely reading. And while among Pastor types the book of interest in recent … Heaven is for Real: ReviewRead more
Posted inBook Reviews
Book Review: J.R.R. Tolkien by Mark Horne
I must admit that I usually do not read many biographies. But for some reason I decided to pick up this book to read. I … Book Review: J.R.R. Tolkien by Mark HorneRead more
Posted inCommon Salvation
Common Salvation: Episode 15
Episode fifteen is up. Click on the image below to go to the main website. This episode reflects on the second petition to the Lord’s … Common Salvation: Episode 15Read more
Posted inTheology and Practice
100 Denarii Debts
Matthew 18:23-34 "Therefore the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who wished to settle accounts with his servants. When he began to … 100 Denarii DebtsRead more