At funerals, there is a lot of talk about the past. “Do you remember the time Dad took us to the lake?†“Bob just loved … The Future Tense of FuneralsRead more
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Baptism: Tomb and Womb
Baptism is a tomb. A tomb into which the old man is lowered as water cascades all around. His desires and dominion brought to their … Baptism: Tomb and WombRead more
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The Streak of Death: Comfort after Boston and West, Texas
Joltin’ Joe DiMaggio once had a hit in 56 baseball games in a row. It was a streak that some say no one will ever … The Streak of Death: Comfort after Boston and West, TexasRead more
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We Need Sin Control: Sandy Hook Elementary
Today brings us another tragic story. Many children dead. Adults as well. And the analysis will be made even before the bodies are cleared. Groups … We Need Sin Control: Sandy Hook ElementaryRead more
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What Neil Armstrong Saw on the Moon
Over the weekend, Neil Armstrong died. His death brought back a flood of memories for the living. I have no memory of the day when … What Neil Armstrong Saw on the MoonRead more
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Evil and Death
Evil often looks so innocent. It seems to exist without causality. In fact, many times evil is so deceiving that people seek after it and … Evil and DeathRead more
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Papa, why does no one cry when Jesus dies?
This is a question my eight year daughter asked me before Good Friday service tonight. And it is a good question. An important one. One … Papa, why does no one cry when Jesus dies?Read more
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An Act of Spiritual Mercy: Closed Communion
The Gospel for this Sunday is the the account of the Son of Man separating the sheep and the goats on the last day. The … An Act of Spiritual Mercy: Closed CommunionRead more
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“Oh Wow. Oh Wow. Oh Wow.”
Perhaps it is a case of approaching something with overhyped expectations. Or perhaps I simply am biased being far from an iHead (my moniker for … “Oh Wow. Oh Wow. Oh Wow.”Read more
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Those Changed Forever
I don’t usually post sermons here, but this one I decided to post. The audio is below. Just click play. I will reference the pictures … Those Changed ForeverRead more