photo from Lutherans for Life Website for Life Sunday 2012 The following thoughts are not from Lutherans for Life. Their theme mentioned on this image … Trust God! Choose Life!Read more
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The Circumcision and Baptism of our Lord
Every year I get a little uncomfortable listening to others talk about the Circumcision of Jesus and the his Baptism. Among my peers, the major … The Circumcision and Baptism of our LordRead more
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Advent Meditations: The Backstory of Joseph
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
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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
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“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
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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