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What, exactly, is the relationship between church and state?  On a personal level, we might state the question as “What is the relationship between my faith and my politics?”   It’s a popular sentiment in...

It seems like the theme of foundation, particularly Christ as our firm foundation, keeps coming up. We introduced the contemporary song “Firm Foundation (He Won’t),” the choir is singing “Christ the Lord is our...

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9 (NIV) Life can feel like an uphill climb...

It’s all about Jesus.  This is the hallmark of our Lutheran Confession.  What we believe, teach and confess is laser-focused on bringing us to the foot of the cross of Jesus.  It is here...

God saw all that He made and it was very good.        Genesis 1:31 Last weekend, my daughter, Jasmine, and her husband, David, took my husband, Joel, and myself on a mountain adventure. They had...

As you are aware, we had our Community BBQ on Sunday, August 25th. I love our BBQ because it gives us a chance to sit down with friends, family and a fair amount of...

“Rome wasn’t built in a day” is a phrase that is not enjoyable to hear for an impatient person. It reminds us that things that are worth the effort take time. In my quick...

“Dad, if I eat my meat, it will help my teeth and bones to grow white and hard . . . right?!” “No, David, Meat helps our muscles to grow and it gives us...

I love Sunday mornings. I have always liked them, but the time grows sweeter as I live and grow in Jesus. One of my favorite things about our gathered time of worship is hearing...

In a world that often feels fast and overwhelming, there’s something truly magical about taking a step back, slowing down, and embracing the opportunity to serve others. Acts of service are like little love...