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Same Sex Marriage: A Simple Gospel Response
Over the past week, I’ve had several people ask me, “What can I say to someone who’s in favor of same sex marriage? I want to speak the Truth, but do it in love.” I’ve been pondering and praying about … Continue reading
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Tagged incarnational, love, sacrificial, Thumbs Up, unconditional, witness, worldview
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The Supreme Court vs. God’s Way
Yesterday the Supreme Court of the U.S. handed down a ruling saying the Constitution requires that same-sex couples be allowed to marry and that states may no longer reserve the right only for heterosexual couples. While the five justice majority may … Continue reading
Jesus’ Simple KISS
Everyone baptized in the name of Jesus Christ is part of the church, His “Bride.” He cherishes us and lavishes His love on us. Though He may not come to us in the flesh to give us a tender kiss … Continue reading
Timeless Words from Screwtape
The Screwtape Letters by C. S. Lewis is filled with profound wisdom. I first read it long ago and just listened to it again this week while on a family outing. The book is written as a collection of fictitious letters … Continue reading
Freedom of Religion
Jesus rose from the dead to set us free from sin, death and hell. Our freedom is a DONE DEAL! It’s guaranteed by what Jesus did. It’s ours by the work of the Holy Spirit in Baptism and God’s Word. … Continue reading
THUMBS UP for Holy Week
Throughout my adult life I’ve considered Holy Week to be my favorite week of the year. Christmas was tops as a kid. Food, fun, presents. But, worldly distractions stole the delight the older I got. Plus, the more I pondered the … Continue reading
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Tagged comfort, Jesus, priorities, Thumbs Up, worship
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VULNERABLE!
Last night my dear wife showed her love to me by joining me to watch an action thriller movie. Even though it’s not her first choice for entertainment, she indulges me every now and then … out of love. For … Continue reading
What’s God Blessing?
So often I get an idea in my head and I just KNOW it’s the right thing. But, for some reason, things just don’t go the way I want them to. Then I might resort to praying for a while. … Continue reading
The Pen is Mightier!
This week we heard the terrible news of an attack by Islamic extremists on a tabloid office in Paris that left 12 dead and many injured. Such destruction is an awful example of what sin has done to the hearts of … Continue reading
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Be Still … and Put Jesus First
“Do you hear what I hear?” Those are words from a popular Christmas carol. They remind me of a great blog I read recently from Rev. Dr. Dale Meyer, President of Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. He wrote the following … Continue reading