You know what happens when you assume, right?
I received a phone call from a member of my congregation, one who is not necessarily regular in her attendance, but she does…
Month: September 2014
“Following Jesus with St. Matthew” (Sermon on Matthew 9:9-13, by Pr. Charles Henrickson)
“Following Jesus with St. Matthew” (Matthew 9:9-13) On the church year calendar, September 21 is the day for commemorating St. Matthew, Apostle and…
Where Are You Going?
There is an old saying that goes, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” The one who…
Trinity: World-famous Humble Little Country Doctor
Many ask, “If God exists, why He doesn’t show himself? Then we would worship him.” Answers have been given from reason, philosophy, and…
A Concordia Pitches a No-Hitter. The Final Score: 0-34
Not that long ago I read through a Concordia University’s glossy biannual magazine. I was struck by how little Jesus there was…
Satan’s Angelic Disguises
If you were to stop and consider the devil’s appearance for a moment, you might imagine something frightening. He very well may show up in…
ACELC — If Not Now, When? — DVD now available
He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and…
If you are a pietist …
IF YOU ARE A PIETIST, FOR THE SAKE OF THE LUTHERANS, PLEASE REMAIN ONE. PLEASE. As you can see from the photo, the…
The Purple People Eater Rides Again
The Jehovah’s Witnesses interlinear Bible, titled The Kingdom Interlinear Translation of the Greek Scriptures (KIT), was first released in 1969. Called “the purple…
Believing and Confessing the Forgiveness of Sins: Sermon on Matthew 18:21-35
True unity is found only in pure doctrine. This is because the center of all Christian doctrine is the death of Christ for…
“But We Preach Christ Crucified” (Sermon on 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, by Pr. Charles Henrickson)
“But We Preach Christ Crucified” (1 Corinthians 1:18-25) You’ll notice that the color of our paraments today is red–in other words, something different…
2013 Convention Resolution Update
Found on lcms.org The 2013 Convention Resolution Update outlines the work that’s been done to complete the 95 resolutions passed at last year’s…
Steadfast Media Pick of the Week — Theological Crossdressers
Theological Crossdressers This pick is from an episode of Table Talk Radio entitled “Beware! Theological Crossdressers.” Pastors Wolfmueller and Goeglein critique…
Good Storytellers Make Good Apologists
What makes a good apologist? We know some of the usual suspects. Eyewitnesses make good apologists. Matthew, John, Peter, and Paul, come to…
Sermon — Pr. Tony Sikora — A Foolish, Silly, Stupid Little Word really Does Save You
Holy Cross September 14, 2014 Bible Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 A Foolish, Silly, Stupid Little Word really Does Save You https://steadfastlutherans.org/clips/Dr._Sikora,_John_12_20-33.m4a …
Twice More to John 6: An Analysis of the Sacramental Interpretation
Twice More to John 6: An Analysis of the Sacramental Interpretation Rev. Philip Hale – St. Paul, Bancroft and St. John, Lyons NE…
Memorial Moment — Love the Truth
It’s been a while, but BJS periodically puts out sources of daily study helps or thoughts that are available to help our readers….
Some Thoughts on Synod, Mercy, the Divine Service and a Restored Church, by Pr. Rossow
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Hamel, Illinois dedicated its restored sanctuary on Sunday. It was devastated months ago by a fire in the church…
Fun and Faith
Before tossing the catalog into the circular file I skimmed over the outside cover and noticed the words “fun and faith” joined together…
Hey, Pastors! Get in the Game! (Right to Life)
I was asked by Right To Life of Livingston County Michigan to write a “brief” article, and these were the simple parameters given…
“Love Is the Fulfilling of the Law” (Sermon on Romans 13:1-10, by Pr. Charles Henrickson)
“Love Is the Fulfilling of the Law” (Romans 13:1-10) Do you want to know what you should be doing this week? I can…
Steadfast Throwdown — Round 21
Round 21 of Steadfast Throwdown has now been published! It includes the following: CATECHISM SERIES, PART 9 (link) Pr. Joe Abrahamson joins…
The Power of Alien Faith
Imagine a loved one undergoing the tragedy of losing a child soon after Baptism. What comfort would you extend to the grieving parents? …
Steadfast Media Pick of the Week — Text and Authority
Text and Authority A few months back there was a dust up here regarding a paper that Dr. Jeff Kloha of…
Updates from St. Louis on Work of Task Forces, by Pr. Tim Rossow
A few months ago I complained that most of the email coming out of synod and district was weighted toward the mercy end…