There is an idea running wild in our culture and, even most disturbing, in the visible church. It is the idea that doctrines ((The teachings … Why Doctrine Matters: Original SinRead more
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Sanctification: Response or Reality?
Sanctification is not really about response to the Gospel in the sense that I so often hear it talked about. Sanctification is not something we … Sanctification: Response or Reality?Read more
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Never say Never (and always)
It is common advice I and others give to married couples. Stay away from words like never and always, especially in the heat of an … Never say Never (and always)Read more
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Grilled Cheesus…
Jesus is not in your grilled cheese. And he is not in your MRI either. He is here. Yet is God here? Yes by Word … Grilled Cheesus…Read more
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New LCMS Emphasis Powerpoint (Harrison)
On Luthershare.com, the free Lutheran Internet file Sharing site I created, I have placed the new LCMS emphasis in a Powerpoint form for easy use … New LCMS Emphasis Powerpoint (Harrison)Read more
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Hallowed be Thy Name: Burn the Koran? Or Read it?
As you likely know, a small church in Florida will in a couple days burn the Koran to protest its errors. What you might not … Hallowed be Thy Name: Burn the Koran? Or Read it?Read more
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What do you believe according to these words?
Luther’s Small Catechism says (based on John 20:22-23, etc.): I believe that when the called ministers of Christ deal with us by His divine command, … What do you believe according to these words?Read more