Demographics and the Devil
Demographically speaking, the future is bleak for the LCMS. And that is the future that the devil would have us believe.
Insight and perspective from LCMS leaders
Reflecting on the Baptism of Our Lord: Water in the City
Toxins may seep into the water supply of our major cities, just as sin is flowing in deep supply. But the church brings water in mercy for the body and the soul.
The Skeptic Among Us
Neighborhood renewal is a good thing for the church if it is a grassroots effort that does not displace the neighbors we are called to serve. And if done well there is an influx of new neighbors ... but how will we engage them?
A Divine Birth, A Divine Gift
Oh that little town of Bethlehem, so long ago...where darkness would be shattered by the advent of The Everlasting Light.
O Holy Night: Christmas Memory of a Child
A child's memory of an enchanting Christmas scene, the beauty of a choir's song and the celebration of our Savior.
The Question of Revitalization
The church can be the church she is called to be without being liked, appreciated, or favored by the culture in which she exists. Indeed, we may even find that we can more readily be a faithful church when we are not liked, appreciated, or favored.
The faithfulness of God
1 Corinthians 1:9 — “God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.”
First things first
Deuteronomy 8:3 — “…that he might make you know that man does not live by bread alone, but man lives by every word that comes from the mouth of the LORD.”
5 Ways to Thank Volunteers
5 ways to say THANK YOU this Thanksgiving. LCMS Youth Ministry is thankful for all those who volunteer to serve youth. #LCMSgivesthanks
Sheep do sheep works
Matthew 25:44 — “Then they also will answer, saying, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry or thirsty or a stranger or naked or sick or in prison, and did not minister to you?’ ”
God’s Mercy at Work in Madagascar
Sharon Thomas is a Registered Nurse who has served as a team leader on many LCMS Mercy Medical Teams. Recently, wrote a devotion about one of her experiences, and I would…
Partners with God
Philippians 1:5 — “I always thank God … because of your partnership in the Gospel from the first day until now.”
Leapfrogging Our Judea
Researchers have declared that our nation is now the third largest mission field in the world. Yet, we continue to think of mission work as something to do "over there."
Imitating God’s Generosity
Each month Stewardship Ministry produces a newsletter article suitable for congregational use. Here is an excerpt from this month's article on imitating the generosity of our Heavenly Father.