The Psalmists encourage us to give thanks for the Lord is good and His love endures forever. But how do we understand His goodness in the midst of turmoil, uncertainty, and great sadness? His steadfastness is at the core of His goodness, and exhibited plainly in Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.
Read More“Lord, to whom shall we go?” Jesus has words for your daily and eternal living. No matter what is happening in your life, at your work or in this country, Jesus Christ brings life to weary hearts, hope to burdened minds, and guidance amid the uncertainty of this world.
Read MoreWhat ethic do confessional Lutherans have to offer a conversation and culture wrapped up in endless dialogues and demands for social justice? The following is an exploration of our Lutheran doctrine in light of our contemporary American context and the current varying calls for social justice, with particular attention on Critical Race Theory.
Read MorePresident Lucas Woodford of the Minnesota South District, LCMS, shares words of thanks, support, and encouragement for all teachers and educators as the 2020-21 school year begins amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MorePaul’s declaration in Romans 6 that we have been set free from slavery to sin is so important. As Christians who’ve been redeemed by Christ, we’re to fight against the impulses of a sinful heart. We are called to confess our sins, fight against ungodly passions, and strive to live as the sanctified people Christ has made us to be—no longer slaves to sin but slaves to righteousness.
Read MoreWe are all called to live out our baptismal calling even in the midst of stressful political seasons. We rise above hyper-partisanship even as we engage in our civic duties, and we repent when we do give into the vitriol and anger of the political process and sin against others. We lift the entire process in prayer to God, with hope for Him to bring salvation to all people.
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