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Sabbatical Summary
Over the past two months, I’ve had the privilege to enjoy a sabbatical from my regular routine of pastoral service. As I reflect, I must answer the question…was it worthwhile? My exuberant answer is absolutely “YES!” I’ve gained a profound … Continue reading
Posted in Family Life, Marriage, Witnessing, Worldview
Tagged God's way, mission, South Africa, witness
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Sabbatical!
I’m now enjoying my long-awaited sabbatical! Heather and I are in a cabin in the Smoky Mountains near Pigeon Forge, TN. The mountains, trees, wildlife and flowers are beautiful. Heather and I have had some awesome hikes to rejuvenate after … Continue reading
Right or Left?
The LORD commanded His people through the mouth of Moses in Deuteronomy 5:32, “You shall be careful therefore to do as the Lord your God has commanded you. You shall not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.” It’s very easy to turn from the Lord’s way and be pulled to the extremes … Continue reading
Posted in Community Life, Witnessing, Worldview
Tagged community, God's way, homosexuality, transgender, witness, worldview
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Mission…South Africa
Heather and I are very excited to be embarking on a new adventure to promote Life in God’s Way. In the spring of 2019 we’ll be taking a nine-week sabbatical. During that time we’ll continue training to become certified counselors … Continue reading
Marriage Proclaims God’s Foolish Way for Justification
This past Tuesday I led an opening devotion for a regional gathering of pastors. I shared thoughts that were well received and decided to repeat some of it here. The conference theme was that God’s way of justification by grace … Continue reading
Posted in Marriage, Witnessing, Worldview
Tagged God's way, marriage, witness, worldview
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Author’s Showcase April 7th
Would love to have you drop by McFarlen library in Grand Blanc, MI on Saturday, April 7th from 1-4pm. I’ll be taking part in a local authors’ showcase, sharing info., answering questions and signing copies of my book, Handing Out Life. Come … Continue reading
Stewardship of Marriage
I just read an excellent article on a topic dear to my heart…the stewardship of marriage. It is the latest StewardCAST article from LCMS Stewardship Ministry. Link to it by clicking HERE. This article contains some excellent points. As I’ve … Continue reading
Posted in Congregational Life, Marriage, Witnessing
Tagged God's way, marriage, Stewardship, witness
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Citizen of the Year
This week I received notice that I had been nominated as Citizen of the Year for an annual awards banquet hosted by our local Chamber of Commerce. My first response was, “WHAT? Why me?” Then, as I read the letter … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Community Life, Witnessing, Worldview
Tagged character, community, service, thankfulness, witness, worldview
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Created Male & Female
Created Male & Female is the title of an open letter released in the U.S. on Dec. 15, 2017 by twenty key religious leaders including two from the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. I encourage you to read it HERE. You can also … Continue reading
Posted in Community Life, Congregational Life, Family Life, Marriage, Sex, Witnessing, Worldview
Tagged God's way, identity, marriage, sex, witness, worldview
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Sunshine
It’s amazing how awesome a little warm sunshine feels after a long cold and dreary spell. Today it’s already 45 degrees out and moving up into the 50’s. Pretty incredible for Michigan in the winter. I took our dog, Toby, … Continue reading