“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.” Psalm 109:105 I would suggest to you that every Christian should … People of God…in the WordRead more
Author: Philip Hoppe
LCMS Pastor.
Posted inTheology and Practice
Wayne Schmidt and Wall Altars
Wayne Schmidt. Beholding him with your eyes would have made you consider overlooking him altogether, maybe literally. But despite his small stature, he was a … Wayne Schmidt and Wall AltarsRead more
Posted inMarriage and Family / Theology and Practice
Who is your family?
I went to a funeral today of a dear woman in Christ. Her husband preceded her in death by about two years. For whatever reason, … Who is your family?Read more
Posted inBible History Videos
A New Project: Bible History on Video – Creation
Beginning today, I will post weekly a bible history video here. Basically, we will look at how the whole Bible ties together and how it … A New Project: Bible History on Video – CreationRead more
Posted inPolitics / Theology and Practice
Which God?
Political discourse is littered with talk of God. Perhaps the the most iconic example is the near obligatory: God bless you and God bless the … Which God?Read more
Posted inPolitics / Theology and Practice
I believe in the Redistribution of Wealth
I just heard a conservative news commentator ask his guest, “Is it moral for the government to take over 50% of a wealthy person’s money … I believe in the Redistribution of WealthRead more
Posted inQuotations / Theology and Practice
Become Foolish
Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. “Only walk securely in what you have heard, because … Become FoolishRead more
Posted inCreationism and Science / News Clippings / Theology and Practice
Hitchens’ Health
Matthew 13:58 And he did not do many mighty works there, because of their unbelief. clipped from news.yahoo.com Atheist Hitchens skipping prayer day in his … Hitchens’ HealthRead more
Posted inSexuality / Theology and Practice
Theophobia
I get accused of a lot of phobias. Homophobia, Islamaphobia, you name it. But I must explain to those that accuse me of such things … TheophobiaRead more
Posted inTheology and Practice
I am not a Professional
I am not a professional. Yes, I went to 8 years of college and graduate school. Yes, I received a fancy diploma written in a … I am not a ProfessionalRead more