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
Series
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
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 LORD IS A SENDING GOD
“Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah . . . saying, ‘Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city.’” (Jonah 1:1-2) Jesus calls all who follow Him to… Read More »THE LORD IS A SENDING GOD
LIVING STONES BUILT UPON THE LIVING STONE
“Coming to Him as to a living stone, rejected indeed by men, but chosen by God and precious, you also, as living stones, are being… Read More »LIVING STONES BUILT UPON THE LIVING STONE
THE COLLECT
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 COLLECT
THE HOLY SPIRIT
This series offers an overview of the chief teachings of the Christian church. Jesus, just hours away from His suffering and death, promised to send… Read More »THE HOLY SPIRIT
INTRODUCTION TO THE PARABLES
Charles Dickens called it “the finest short story ever told.” Whether he was referring to its literary quality or its theological message, it is true… Read More »INTRODUCTION TO THE PARABLES
“By Faith”
“But the righteous will live by his faith.” (Habakkuk 2:4 NASB) Amid the turmoil and complexities of his world, nation, life, and calling, Habakkuk brought… Read More »“By Faith”
Act like a Baby
“Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you… Read More »Act like a Baby