Again this month we join our nation in a day of national thanksgiving as we praise God for the bountiful and rich blessings which He has showered upon our land. The curious thing is that… THE ENDURING MERCIES OF GOD

Saying “thank you” is the hallmark of a polite society. We teach our children to say “thank you.” The waitress brings us our meal and even if the service was not the greatest, we say,… “Thank You”

For enabling our founding fathers to give up comfortable homes, schools, and churches for the sake of the true doctrine . . . We thank Thee, Lord. For giving our founding fathers secular work, shelter,… A SOLEMN LITANY

Standing Fast In The Liberty By Which Christ Has Made Us Free (See 5:1) Chapter 6:16-26 Freedom From Sin Includes Freedom From Sinning “Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it.” Thus wrote… Studies In Galatians

God’s Wonderful Marriage Math Equation There are more than a few Bible numbers that for many just don’t add up. The numbers 6 (days of Creation) and 6,000 (approximate age of the earth) present insurmountable… First In A Series . . .

When Sinners See Their Lost Condition An Advent Hymn #65 in The Lutheran Hymnal When John the Baptist appeared to prepare the way for Jesus, he said: “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at… Appreciating Our Lutheran Hymns

At the request of the Spokesman, our four new pastors submitted biographical information about themselves. We thank them. George Dummann To a new pastor, his time may seem to be at more of a premium… Last Spring’s Seminary Graduates

Installation In accord with our usage and order, Leah Fossum who was called as full-time teacher, and Christine Fossum who was called as part-time teacher, by Holy Trinity Lutheran School, West Columbia, S.C. were installed… Announcements

“Now when these things begin to happen, look up and lift up your heads, because your redemption draws near” — Luke 21:28. Jesus describes some frightening things that will happen in the world before the… Lift Up Your Heads

Annually, when October 31 rolls around, Lutherans who are mindful of their religious heritage give thought to the reformation movement which took place in Germany during the 1500’s. Their remembrance of this significant event is… LESSONS FROM PAST REFORMATIONS