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The other day was a difficult day.  Have you ever had one of those . . . a day in which you got some bad news, encountered a difficult situation, or when you hurt...

Speaking for myself, often, probably too often, I take God’s creation for granted. Every once in a while, though, something strikes me, and I just stand in wonder and awe of all the beauty...

Last week we had the opportunity to spend a few days with my son in Minneapolis.  If you have followed my blog, you remember my son Nick struggled with drugs and alcohol for over...

As we get to the last part of May, my list grows exponentially, it seems. VBS is a big deal, the kids love it, and I need to get it right…right? I’m also trying...

I used to love to read the newspaper.  I still read the “news”, but it’s not the same.  These days I read the news on a “tablet”.  That concept has changed, too.  Remember when...

This Sunday is Pentecost. Of the parts of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit is often acknowledged least in personal and corporate worship. But the Holy Spirit is what has set apart Christian worship since...

Waiting is the worst. And I know I’m not alone in this sentiment.  I’ve never heard anyone say, “I love waiting in line at the DMV.”  or “I’m so glad my food took so...

There are several references to the act of “raising your hands” in the Bible.  As German Lutherans, it’s something that we rarely do in church. I fall into that group of non-hand raisers. I...

One of my favorite things to do is to read. It goes in spurts because I have other favored pastimes, but reading is generally an all the time favorite. I have always had shelves...

Those nights!  Have you ever had one of those nights? You know what I’m talking about don’t you?  One of those nights when you wake up in a cold sweat. The sheets are wet....