Parent conversations: How do we resist making our parenting law-based?
One of the reasons that I appreciate this column is that it continually reminds me of the importance of balancing law and gospel as a Christian parent. I don’t need…
Our Lutheran moment
Recent news headlines highlight one challenge after another for our world—which makes it an ideal time to share what Lutherans believe. The last thousand days have been eventful. COVID-19 became…
My Christian life: Engaging the church’s youth
After struggling to feel connected in church during his youth, a pastor works to engage the church’s youth today. Kendall Cook, pastor at Trinity, Crete, Ill., has seen firsthand how…
My wordless groans
A mother shares how God hears and answers her prayers through the challenges and joys of motherhood. Nestled among the many comforting promises in Scripture is one of my favorites:…
Water the seed: Ministry in the public school
“Does he know your weaknesses? Does he see your hidden fears? Does he know who he is sending? Yes, he does. And he says to you as he said to…
Please explain: What is the Holy Spirit’s role in the life of a Christian?
What is the Holy Spirit's role in the life of a Christian? When Lutheran students learn about the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a Christian, they…
Psalm 91: When God lifts you up on his lap
Her little hand swatted my newspaper aside. “Grandpa, I talking to you,” she said. My granddaughter wanted to climb up on my lap and tell me something important. I was…
Appreciating the clouds
A cloudy day or a sunny day? What would you rather have? I think most people would choose a sunny day. If that is you, I am hoping that by…
Resolved in Christ
United with Christ, we work to address conflict so we can be of one mind with one another. There will always be some tension with someone about something. I am…