Meditations

So here is my question? We all know that for some time, and still to this day the in thing to do is foster small … Small Groups: Substitute for family groups?Read more

Is this a creation principle as much as a redemption principle? Humanity created last certainly first.

Some people wrongly assume that those in community (with believers) are in Christ. Sadly, they assume this of themselves. But Jesus made clear that there … Christ and Community, Community and ChristRead more

Lutherans preach from a lectionary. Okay, there might be exceptions doing something more topical, but you will look hard to find them. It is not … The Problems of Pericopal PreachingRead more

So, all Lutherans have all heard the joke. The only way the Lutheran church does church growth is through birth and marriage. To me, the … Church Growth…the old fashioned way.Read more

Genesis 11:4-9 Then they said, “Come, let us build ourselves a city and a tower with its top in the heavens, and let us make … The Tower of Babel and Modern WarRead more

So I was watching Bill OReilly tonight because truth be told I never have found local news compelling or relevant to my life. Anyways, he … Militant vs. Mainline ChristiansRead more

I know, I know. I am a conservative Lutheran and using E-words like “emotion” and “excited’ is more taboo in that crowd than using the … What gets you excited?Read more

So I was reading a great book today called Epic by John Eldredge. I highly suggest it. There was only one thing so far that … Choosing to be lovedRead more

I am ticked off at what is called Christianity. Christianity has lost its spine. And that means no doubt that it has lost the Spirit … I believeRead more