The best gift
Grandchildren are a special gift as is the joy of passing on God’s grace in Jesus to the next generation. One snowy January, our family was enjoying a weekend in…
My Christian life: Sixty-one years as a church musician
A church keyboardist reflects on 61 years of glorifying God through her music. From pre-service to postlude, WELS congregations are grateful for the many faithful, talented musicians who have served…
Parent conversations: A children’s Christmas service to remember
I’ve sat through roughly one hundred children’s Christmas services so far in my life. Each one has been special—honestly. The familiar parts are like an old friend—comforting and steadfast—while the…
Book nook: Waiting on God More
In Northwestern Publishing House’s intriguing new “My 180” series, authors are asked to “devote themselves to a full 180 days” of reading, praying, and journaling on a biblical topic and…
Parent conversations: What is our goal as parents?
"The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing," wrote Stephen Covey in his best-selling book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People. Yet that's easier said than done,…
Parent conversations: How do we discuss death with our children?
Contemplating some conversations creates butterflies in my stomach. Talking about death with my children falls into that category. What a comfort these two articles are for me! They offer practical…
My Christian life: Pen pal shares faith with prisoners
God’s grace brings forgiveness, hope, and love across prison walls. “Remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison” (Hebrews 13:3). Growing up, perhaps you had…
Parent conversations: When parenting philosophies differ
Is it just me or does it seem like getting along with everyone has gotten harder over the past couple of years? We’re so divided on so many issues. It’s…
My Christian life: An incredible harp-playing journey
Using music to soothe spirits, praise God, and share the gospel. “Sing to the Lord with grateful praise; make music to our God on the harp” (Psalm 147:7). The Bible…