Here is something that is not to be done: stepping on a king’s train. With that in mind, recall what Isaiah saw. “I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe … Continue reading
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The character of Lutheran worship is a rich tapestry of traits. It is like the catechism: it can be learned by a child, but no one can master it. Here are a few vital threads that are woven into the fabric … Continue reading
(Luther, “The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector”) Sometimes the most simple and obvious things are also the most profound. We often go to great lengths to find comfort, to improve our situation in life, to find peace. … Continue reading
For the conservative scholar, modern Biblical studies have been something of a disappointment. Much of 20th century biblical scholarship was more concerned with what a text didn’t say (how it came into being, which texts were authentic vs. later additions, … Continue reading