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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 →

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” →

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 →

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” →

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 →

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? →

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 →

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 →

Of course, by “going” the author means turning on a screen and staying home. Watching a service is not the same as worshiping the true God, since worship revolves around faith. People have the same problem in church. Disinterested visitors are loath to be there and participate at all. They are there, but not mentally … Continue reading Why You Can’t Meet God Over Zoom Virtual services are inadequate — but I keep going →

If everything that comes from man is “good” and “normal,” than sin is denied. This author accuses Christians of “overspiritualizing” mental illness, which means to approach it from a biblical and doctrinal point of view. But the therapeutic approach, at its root, is that people are ok and good, and should not feel bad about … Continue reading Words of Hope for Those Struggling With Mental Health →