Panic Not, Pray Instead
You have probably heard during the renewed threat of the Coronavirus epidemic that we should develop good hand washing routines. Part of that routine is… Read More »Panic Not, Pray Instead
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A Prayer as We Face the Spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus
Gracious Heavenly Father, Creator and Preserver of all things, we come before Your throne of grace on behalf of our families and friends, ourselves and… Read More »A Prayer as We Face the Spread of COVID-19 Coronavirus
A Prayer for Healing in Our Nation
Gracious Father, we come before you as people of a nation bitterly divided by politics, weary and disillusioned. We ask an extra measure of wisdom… Read More »A Prayer for Healing in Our Nation
My Truth, Your Truth, and THE Truth
“I’m following my truth.” Have you heard or said something similar to this? It’s become quite popular to say that you’re living “your truth.” Should… Read More »My Truth, Your Truth, and THE Truth
Christmas Greeting
Dear Fellow Workers and Friends of our ELS: The psalmist David states in Psalm 145: “Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his… Read More »Christmas Greeting
C’mon, Why Don’t You Get With the Times?
C’mon, why don’t you get with the times? It’s a response we are used to, when explaining our church’s position on a number of different… Read More »C’mon, Why Don’t You Get With the Times?
Seeking Sanctuary
Sanctuary. The word itself brings to mind safety, comfort, and peace. For a tired body and soul seeking relief, it offers rest. Sanctuary. The primary… Read More »Seeking Sanctuary
A Prayer for Our Nation in Time of Mourning
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come before you in sorrow and grief as our country once again faces the aftermath of terrible violence. We pray that… Read More »A Prayer for Our Nation in Time of Mourning
A Prayer for the Nation on Independence Day
Lord God, ruler of all, we commend our nation and its leaders to your care. Bless our president, the members of Congress, and all officials who… Read More »A Prayer for the Nation on Independence Day
A Prayer for Peace
Gracious Heavenly Father, we come before You with our cares and concerns for our world and the uncertainty in the Middle East. We ask your… Read More »A Prayer for Peace