Wow, that title almost puts me to sleep. Hopefully someone actually clicks on such a sleepy title. Christian preachers should do two things in every … How to Make Law Preaching Specific and VariedRead more
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God’s invisible creations…more than angels
We confess in the Nicene Creed that God created all things, visible and invisible. But sadly when someone asks what we mean by God’s invisible … God’s invisible creations…more than angelsRead more
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Pastors, People, and the Table of Duties
It is right for Lutheran theologians to search out the entirety of the Lutheran Confessions along with the Scriptures when discussing any theological issues. And … Pastors, People, and the Table of DutiesRead more
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Dismissing a Pastor “for Any Reason”
This last Monday, I was honored to present a paper on this topic at the Kansas District Fall Pastors’ Conference. I wanted to share it … Dismissing a Pastor “for Any Reason”Read more
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Table of Duties: Government and Citizen
When any pastor talks about government and citizens, he steps into a dangerous minefield. Everything he says could be judged by those listening as political … Table of Duties: Government and CitizenRead more
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Table of Duties: Pastor and People
If you want to find miserable congregations find ones whose pastor and people are at odds with one another. In the heat of such conflict, … Table of Duties: Pastor and PeopleRead more
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Table of Duties: Employer and Employee
Ephesians 6:5-9 is full of talk about masters and slaves. It is the kind of thing that can cause the most ardent bible believer in … Table of Duties: Employer and EmployeeRead more
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Table of Duties: Husbands and Wives
If you want to find the happiest people in life, find people who are married and in love. On the other hand, if you want … Table of Duties: Husbands and WivesRead more
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Table of Duties: Parents and Children
This year for Lenten Services I am preaching through the Table of Duties. Here is the first sermon in that series. Parents and Children. Children … Table of Duties: Parents and ChildrenRead more
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At the Head of the Table of Duties: Pastors
While in Christ all are made equal in regards to salvation, there is no doubt scripturally that God has given pastors authority over their flock … At the Head of the Table of Duties: PastorsRead more