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Germany & Switzerland Tour ’17

In 2017 we will be observing the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.  On October 31st, 1517, Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses for debate on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany.  This was the start of a … Continue reading

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New Logo

Due to the wonderful generosity of a new friend, Heather and I now have a new logo for our Life in God’s Way ministry and this website.  Below you’ll see the logo in both “black and white” and full color. … Continue reading

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Front Line Witnesses

I admire those who are on the front line as witnesses for Jesus.  I don’t have this opportunity as often as many others who are disciples of Jesus.  As a pastor, I’m often “preaching to the choir.” When I do interact … Continue reading

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Simple Hope for LCMS Families

Joe Isenhower Jr. wrote the following in the LCMS (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod) News for 2-23-2016, “A clear message emerged from the Feb. 12-13 meeting of the LCMS Board for National Mission (BNM) here — the need to strengthen Lutheran families.” … Continue reading

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No Thumb

I recently encountered a man who claimed he was fine spiritually without a regular relationship with Jesus.  He felt he had no need for worship or Bible study.  He was just fine as he was. However, when troubles arose with … Continue reading

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About My Book

Last week I finished writing a book that summarizes the teachings that I share on this blog regarding marriage and relationships in God’s way.  In my last blog post I commented on my struggle with the decision about a publisher. … Continue reading

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Decisions

Making big decisions can be nerve-wracking, frustrating, overwhelming and frightening.  Buying a car.  Which job to take.  Whom to marry.  Where to live.  Which health treatment to utilize.  Continuing life support.  These are just some of the decisions that can … Continue reading

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Paul Ryan’s Family Priority

Headlines in the news this week have been featuring the debate over whether Representative Paul D. Ryan would be willing to serve as the new Speaker of the House.  I’m not going to weigh in on whether he should be … Continue reading

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Jesus!

This week I listened to Carl Medearis as the featured speaker at a pastors’ conference.  Carl lives his life for one purpose … to speak of Jesus!  Although he grew up in Denver, the Lord has been using Carl to … Continue reading

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God Calling?

I just recently had a Call from a church in Illinois, asking me to come and be their senior pastor.  I have to admit that such a contact is, at first, an ego booster.  It’s nice to know that somebody … Continue reading

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