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Read more about the article Confessions of faith: Lynne Eby

Confessions of faith: Lynne Eby

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2023/02/27
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An atheist who hated Christians discovers the truth of God’s Word. Lynne Eby shares a lot of similarities with the apostle Paul. Lynne spent the first 35 years of her…

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Read more about the article A new part of the family

A new part of the family

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2022/12/27
  • Post category:FIC News/Forward in Christ

“He’s a part of our family. He’s Uncle Tony now!” The Leyrer family signed up in 2015 to participate in the International Student Program facilitated by St. John, Wauwatosa, Wis.…

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Read more about the article Book nook: 5-minute Bible studies for couples

Book nook: 5-minute Bible studies for couples

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2022/12/27
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As the seasons change and schedules become filled with activities, we often forget the power and purpose of setting aside dedicated time each day to connect with God and with…

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Read more about the article Blessed to be a blessing

Blessed to be a blessing

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2022/08/30
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School mission offerings are an incredible tool to teach children about sharing the blessings received from God and supporting neighbors. Justin Vilski, principal at Crown of Life Lutheran School, West…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Faith provides firm foundation after cancer diagnosis

My Christian life: Faith provides firm foundation after cancer diagnosis

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2022/07/28
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Faith in God’s love and grace gives a man strength after a surprise diagnosis. Randy Wiessinger has witnessed a lot of difficult situations throughout his life. For 30 years, Randy served…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: A Malawian Christian committed to serving others

My Christian life: A Malawian Christian committed to serving others

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2022/03/31
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A Malawian Christian brings his faith to the United States and back home again to Africa. On the opposite side of the world, other Lutherans right now are praying to…

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Read more about the article Confessions of faith: Shawn Jacobs

Confessions of faith: Shawn Jacobs

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2022/01/30
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A man who struggled to understand a God of grace finally finds peace through the gospel. Ryan Wolfe, pastor at Redeemer, Mandan, N.D., looked at his cell phone on the…

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Read more about the article Let your light shine: Toy drive

Let your light shine: Toy drive

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2022/01/26
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Imagine for a moment the joy of a child opening a brand-new toy that’s only his or hers to play with. Now take that joy and multiply it by over…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Highlighting the Scriptures through art

My Christian life: Highlighting the Scriptures through art

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2021/05/26
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An artist highlights the Scriptures in new ways through his art. Many would say that our truest passions in life emerge in childhood. But as we move into adolescence and…

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