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
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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
America a Christian Nation?
A nation, as a political entity, cannot be truly “Christian,” since an institution cannot have faith, nor be forgiven its sin. Moreover, a civil government is ruled by laws, not the Gospel—which is the main power Christ gave the church. The church is universal, the body of Christ—through time and place. Earthly kingdoms, however are … Continue reading America a Christian Nation?
The End
Rev. Philip Hale Originally written Dec. 2014 and also published in CN. —ed We see death all around us. Small towns are dying, our country itself is racing toward bankruptcy, and our entire population is aging and declining. With the exception of a few designated holidays, Christianity is a forgotten memory for most. What does … Continue reading The End
The Biblical case for forgiving student loan debt
Using words from the bible, without coherent interpretation or context, is not the same as treating the bible as authoritative. Just because a few select words fit a political agenda, does not mean we must institute a theocracy, such as the Old Testament Jews had.The author makes some major errors. First, he treats civil regulations … Continue reading The Biblical case for forgiving student loan debt
