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Read more about the article Forward in Christ top 10 of 2023

Forward in Christ top 10 of 2023

  • Post author:FIC
  • Post published:2023/12/22
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Check them out today: Please explain: What does it mean that Jesus’ enemies would become a footstool for his feet? Finding purpose through pain Heaven’s morning breaks Please explain: What…

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Read more about the article My Christian life: Engaging the church’s youth

My Christian life: Engaging the church’s youth

  • Post author:Gabriella Blauert
  • Post published:2023/04/30
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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…

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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:Forward in Christ/FIC News

“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
  • Post category:Forward in Christ/FIC News

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 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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