Here’s the key
“Jesus said, ‘Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.’ And with that he breathed on them and said, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit. If…
Parent conversations: Parenting failures–and how to recover: Mom edition
We parents are really hard on ourselves. That’s why I thought it might be helpful to be reminded that we all make mistakes. This month we’ll hear three moms detail…
Confessions of faith: Dan Horner
After falling away from attending church, a member comes back—and invites others to join him. When Dan Horner stepped inside of St. John’s, New Ulm, Minn., as an adult, he…
Confessions of faith: Elizabeth Harr
After years of drug addiction, a daughter finds forgiveness from her parents, her children, and her Savior. On June 26, 2017, Elizabeth Harr flatlined in the back of an ambulance…
Freely forgiven
A true story of sin, Christian confrontation using God’s Word, repentance, and forgiveness. I live in a private subdivision with several dozen properties. It’s a delightful little slice of Americana;…
What if it’s true . . . that you are forgiven
You may know these words better than you care to admit: “I know God forgives me, but I’m not sure I can ever forgive myself.” Those words cut deep. They…
Q&A: How does remembering my baptism help with the guilt I carry?
I carry around a lot of guilt. I was told that I need to “remember my baptism.” How does that help me with my guilt? I struggle with guilt too.…
Catechism truths from Matthew: The keys and confession
If the hymn “Amazing Grace” were written about Matthew, it would end, “I once was lost, but now I’m found. Was out but now I’m in.” Matthew's experience The Jewish…
Q&A: How can I overcome my struggle with lust and pornography?
I’m a college student and struggle with lust and pornography. I know this is a sin. I have tried to beat this alone, but it seems impossible. I need help.…