It is a common assertion in our day. Jesus himself, the center of our faith, never said one negative word about homosexuality. Oh, Paul railed … Did Jesus say anything about homosexuality?Read more
Author: Philip Hoppe
LCMS Pastor.
Posted inTheology and Practice
Football as Idol
If you want to know what we value in a culture, ask this question: What do we insist be done properly? That answer will reveal … Football as IdolRead more
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Liturgy as Catechesis; Catechism as Liturgics
Maybe everybody else has always realized what I am about to write about. But as I was wrapping up my latest membership class, I had … Liturgy as Catechesis; Catechism as LiturgicsRead more
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Death, Practice, and Playing
Last night I went to two events The first was an event to honor veterans in our community. My oldest Gideon and his six grade … Death, Practice, and PlayingRead more
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What Veterans need more than your thank you
Getting a veteran to open up about their experience in war is often hard. I used to think this was because what they considered their … What Veterans need more than your thank youRead more
Posted inNews Clippings / Theology and Practice
What does the Fox Say?
If you haven’t heard the song, blessed are you. A song with the above title is the latest internet craze. Gangham Style is ancient news … What does the Fox Say?Read more
Posted inNews Clippings / Theology and Practice
You, Me, and Gaga Living for the Applause
Lady Gaga latest song comes right out and says it. Why does she do everything she does? The Applause. Listen to the words, I live … You, Me, and Gaga Living for the ApplauseRead more
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A Modern Day Reformation?
I will admit that most blogs by Lutherans about trends in wider Christianity are not writing to laud those trends but lament them. And there … A Modern Day Reformation?Read more
Posted inTechnology / Theology and Practice
Limited time only – Free Catechism Presentations
I enjoy taking the old and presenting it with the new. Right now that means teaching the catechism using a new presentation software called Prezi. … Limited time only – Free Catechism PresentationsRead more
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Myths about Prayer You Might Believe
Myth: Persistent prayers move God to action. We often believe that if we pray long enough, God will finally give in to our prayers. We … Myths about Prayer You Might BelieveRead more