THE GRADUAL
Ever wonder why we Lutherans use the form of worship we do? In this series we examine the depth and meaning of the various elements… Read More »THE GRADUAL
Series
BEGGING TO CARE
“Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul, having your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, that… Read More »BEGGING TO CARE
FOR A LIFETIME
Read Psalm 139 How involved is God in our lives? According to Psalm 139, God knows us completely, is always with us, constantly exercises His… Read More »FOR A LIFETIME
THE TARES
The parable of the tares (Matthew 13:24-30) should be like nails on a chalkboard to any good home gardener. The landow ner’s advice to leave… Read More »THE TARES
CONVERSION
Simply put, it is a miracle that you believe in Jesus as your Savior. This series offers an overview of the chief teachings of the… Read More »CONVERSION
THE EPISTLE
Ever wonder why we Lutherans use the form of worship we do? In this series we examine the depth and meaning of the various elements… Read More »THE EPISTLE
CHOSEN TO BELONG IN CHRIST
“Therefore, to you who believe, He is precious; but to those who are disobedient ‘the stone which the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone,’… Read More »CHOSEN TO BELONG IN CHRIST
BOTH STRONGHOLD AND GARDEN
It is an elemental fact that the basic needs for physical life are water, food, and shelter. The various survival programs on TV clearly bear… Read More »BOTH STRONGHOLD AND GARDEN
THE SOWER
(Matthew 13:3-23, Mark 4: 2-20, Luke 8:4-15) The “Sower” is found in three of the four Gospels. It is the longest of Jesus’ parables recorded… Read More »THE SOWER
THE MEANS OF GRACE: GOD’S GOSPEL-BASED DELIVERY SYSTEM
This series offers an overview of the chief teachings of the Christian church. A previous “Pillars of Faith” article noted that justification by grace through… Read More »THE MEANS OF GRACE: GOD’S GOSPEL-BASED DELIVERY SYSTEM