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The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
On ‘My Ántonia’: Bodily Life as Fallen and Redeemed Creatures
My Ántonia invites the reader to look closely at one life, so closely that it becomes a window for looking at one’s own life, and every human life.
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Being for the Family
Now, as ever, faithful Christians must be intentional about teaching our children what marriage is, what family is and how family remains the stabilizing force ...
Depart in Peace: Praying for a Good Death
Death is ugly from the outside no matter how life ends, but God looks upon our ugliness and says, “This is mine.”
Advent Isn’t a Baby Shower
Advent isn’t a baby shower. We aren’t getting ready for a baby to be born in Bethlehem. That train has already left the station.
The Other Side of Marriage
While those of us who stand on this other side need to be ready to suffer ridicule and mockery, let’s also be prepared to provide ...
Sticks and Stones
Our students, children and confirmation youth can begin to learn the seriousness of persecution even when they’re young. How can we help them?
Shaped by the Cross
So, you are a Christian? Congratulations! You belong to the faith where you are expected to suffer in this life.