Shavings in the Sand
There is an old illustration, told by several teachers of the past, that expresses well how gratitude draws out blessings among what otherwise appears mundane.… Read More »Shavings in the Sand
There is an old illustration, told by several teachers of the past, that expresses well how gratitude draws out blessings among what otherwise appears mundane.… Read More »Shavings in the Sand
Sinners are declared righteous in the sight of God not by means of good works but only by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. We… Read More »20 Reasons to Give Thanks for Blessings Received Through the Lutheran Reformation!
“Righteousness exalts a nation,” says Solomon (Proverbs 14:34). Christians serve as salt for the nation by praying for peace and justice. Of prime concern is… Read More »The Power of a Pigsty Prayer
“Should we be surprised?” – (Express with sad sarcasm.) The barrage of attacks on the Christian faith increase. Little can shock the Christian community any… Read More »No More Crosses?
God has established his own criteria for what determines marriage – the intimate and lifelong union of a man and woman into one flesh, entered… Read More »What God Has Ordained is Always Good
It seems wherever we turn Christianity is under attack. 147 students of Christ are murdered at a Kenyan university. Terrorizing of Christians continues in Iraq… Read More »Arming For What’s Ahead
Strong opinions are shared. Since the country has become more and more polarized into red and blue and maybe another hue or two, Christians may… Read More »Which Political Party is Best?
I happen to be a bit of a news junkie. I try to stay up on world events. If you are reading this article, chances… Read More »Is Evil Winning?
HE IS RISEN! Watch the Easter greeting from ELS President John Moldstad.
This most holy of weeks during the year is a great time to do a check-up on our spiritual weight scale! Here are the hard facts,… Read More »Check Your Weight – It’s Holy Week!