Why Christian News? There are many less than compelling reasons to continue Christian News: just because it is 57 years old and people are used to receiving it; for the memory of Herman Otten and his work; to relive the glory days of Christianity in America and the LCMS; as a tribute to the steadfastness … Continue reading Why Christian News?
Is John MacArthur really wrong about religious freedom?
Notice the argument has not been reproduced entirely faithfully. “Opposing” religious freedom, in general, intellectually, is not the same as not supporting an earthly political freedom in a particular context where it is grossly abused (the United States). Theology is rarely a problem of bad logic, but false or biased starting points and definitions.Modern ideas … Continue reading Is John MacArthur really wrong about religious freedom?
Multiple Views on Homosexuality: Side A/Side/Side X/Side Y
There are a seemingly limitless number of options for the modern Christian on the issue of homosexuality. Instead of right/wrong, there are often choices that are one/both (side A vs. side B). Notice how technical the language is—how discerning are confessing Christians in their language?Side B does what is right, giving some credence to Scripture … Continue reading Multiple Views on Homosexuality: Side A/Side/Side X/Side Y
Review: Meant for More: In, with and Under the Ordinary by Dr. John Nunes
Many reviews try to find something to praise in a book, even if the reviewer does not like it that much. But that will not be this review. Dr. Nunes’ book, published by CPH (Oct. 2020) and infamously illustrated by Nunes’ “married” lesbian right-hand “man,” has no redeeming value, in this reviewer’s opinion. It is … Continue reading Review: Meant for More: In, with and Under the Ordinary by Dr. John Nunes
Behind the Closing of Concordia, Portland
Once again, the LCMS actually does some things behind the scenes and in private communication that are good (Dean Wenthe’s statement against homosexuality and Pres. Harrison’s private demand for the school to leave the Concordia system are laudable). But they either care too much about appearances, want to save face, or avoid a media relations … Continue reading Behind the Closing of Concordia, Portland
Equality for Potatoes
The world sees freedom in denying roles built for the purpose of marriage and procreation. The Christian is to see gender as a holy calling. These are natural, actually spelled our in our bodies—if we bother to study them—but due to sin, being a man or women is quite difficult. But true freedom is not … Continue reading Equality for Potatoes
‘I only know one god – and that’s me’: non-believers on the meaning of life
These “non-believers” have quite a bit of faith—in themselves. Those who “seek meaning and purpose in life,” admit that they do not have any—but wish to create their own. They live in their own sinful thoughts and ways. A way of thinking that does not leave room for God takes the place of revealed religion: … Continue reading ‘I only know one god – and that’s me’: non-believers on the meaning of life
Virtual Prayer Service for Concordia, NY: Dr. Nunes prays to the “God of Change”
On the Atlantic District’s website (ad-lcms.org/concordia) there is a video entitled “A Prayer Service for Concordia.” It consists of several speakers talking and praying in response to the closing of Concordia College, NY. Atlantic District President Rev. Derek G. Lecakes opens and closes the spliced together video behind an altar in a liturgical cape. Right … Continue reading Virtual Prayer Service for Concordia, NY: Dr. Nunes prays to the “God of Change”
Administration of the Lord’s Supper
Rev. Herb hits the nail on the head — the words of God are separated from the elements in virtual communion, which is no communion at all. A communal meal is individualized and segregated in this digital wild-west. A pastor speaking the words of institution online has no idea what is going on and cannot see … Continue reading Administration of the Lord’s Supper
Pixar’s Troubled “Soul”
The purely physical description of man is unsatisfying—even in this scientific age. This new Pixar movie has some concept of what is “Beyond” and “Before,” above our time and limitations. But it reproduces the old gnostic/dualist heresy of the body being incidental to the person—a mere discardable form. But God made us body and soul. … Continue reading Pixar’s Troubled “Soul”
MORAL CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE NEW COVID-19 VACCINES
It has been concerning that many conservative Lutherans have simply taken over the church of the anti-Christ’s official position, without comment or warning about the differing authorities Rome has for its theology and practice. This document is man’s word—and its official adoption is nothing compared to the authority of God’s inspired Word.First, Rome, does not … Continue reading MORAL CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE NEW COVID-19 VACCINES
