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Taking a stand
Here's an excerpt from Forward in Christ's June cover article, written by John Holtz, who serves as a mission counselor for WELS Native American Missions.
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To put it mildly, the Apache traditional religion is a controversial issue. It’s divisive. It splits families. It divides congregations. It pits one person against another.
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And it’s being waged in full force. Pastor Gary [Lupe, pictured above] has taken up arms—spiritual ones. He’s done what every Christian is urged to do: “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil” (Ephesians 6:11,12).
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So with the belt of truth, the breastplate of righteousness, the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit (Ephesians 6:13-17), Pastor Gary stands his ground before anyone who will listen.
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Learn about how Gary Lupe, an Apache WELS pastor, was brought to faith and then called to serve in full-time ministry in this Confessions of faith story from 2010.
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Lighthouse Youth Center has served Milwaukee’s youth since opening its first location in 2006; two more locations opened in Milwaukee in 2012 and 2020. This April, Lighthouse held a grand opening for its fourth location in Appleton, Wis.—the first . . .
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Anger is a human emotion. When Paul quotes the psalmist in Ephesians 4:26, “In your anger do not sin,” the implication is that it is possible to be angry without sinning. Anger itself is not a sin, but the Bible warns that it can lead to sin. After asking Cain why he was angry . . .
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What characteristics does an individual need in order to be a good leader? Many believe an above-average intelligence, visionary thinking, or dynamic communication skills make a person a leader. But there is one thing that every person needs to be a leader—followers. . . .
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