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Teaching the Faith to Young People
Youth are not just the church’s future—they’re also the church’s now. As a leader, volunteer, or church worker, your job is to remind youth that they’re loved by Jesus and their...
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Overview: The Books of History
The following has been adapted from the Lutheran Bible Companion. To understand the Books of History, it is imperative to understand what came before them. The Books of the Law and the...
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Best Family Devotionals
Whether you are winding down at bedtime, embarking on a road trip, or seeking reassurance during a hard time, it’s important to spend time with God as a family. Check out the following...
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2023 CPH Fall Catalog
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Top 5 Egypt Facts to Help You Understand the Life of Joseph
Historical context is everything. To gain a richer understanding of these biblical events, we need to be familiar with the time the people lived. Today we read about ancient Egyptian...
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How to Talk to Kids about God’s Design for Men and Women
Our children face numerous challenges today, such as topics of conversation happening before they are ready to hear them, pressures regarding their identity, and more. When it comes to...
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Nahum: An Overview
Nahum is a book of comfort for those who trust in the LORD. God is portrayed as a warrior who will fight for His people, but He is also as an avenging God who does not tolerate wickedness....
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An Overview of Compline
As you assembled in silence in a church by candlelight or with your family before turning in for the night, you may have prayed the office of Compline. This evening office is reflective...
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Micah: An Overview
The Book of Micah reveals God's judgement toward a disobedient people and proclaims that their punishment and exile will soon be at hand. However, God promises in His mercy to restore a...
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A Study in Discipleship: Matthew 28:16–20
In this study, Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Gibbs explores what it means to make disciples. Jesus commands us to make disciples, but what does that entail? Dr. Gibbs’ perspective helps us understand...
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What Is a Cantor?
You may have heard someone in your church referred to as a cantor (sometimes spelled “kantor”). You probably know that a cantor works with church music, but what makes a cantor distinct...
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Prayers to Prepare for VBS
Vacation Bible School is a blast! The week is filled with fun activities, catchy songs, delicious snacks, and time with friends. For some, VBS can be the turning point in their faith. The...
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Overview of the Books of Moses
This blog post is adapted from the Lutheran Bible Companion. The Hebrew name for the Books of Moses is “Torah.” (The Greek title is “Pentateuch”). The conventional translation of “Torah”...
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The Doxology in Worship
When you hear the word doxology, what comes to your mind? For many, it’s a familiar tune and the words:
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The Story that Inspired “Come, Holy Ghost, God and Lord”
Pentecost hymns have been passed down for generations. Many of them have intricate and interesting histories to them, including that of “Come, Holy Ghost, God and Lord” found in Lutheran...
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Jonah: An Overview
The Book of Jonah applies the theme of repentance both to the prophet and to the people of Nineveh. The events related in the book explore the nature of God’s mercy and patience as well as...
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Advice on Church Music Composition from John A. Behnke
Dr. John A. Behnke is a frequent handbell clinician, festival director, and organ recitalist. He enjoys composing and arranging, and he has 450+ handbell, choral, and organ compositions in...
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2023 New Music Catalog
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An Invitation to Pray The Lord's Prayer: National Day of Prayer
Prayer. This gift from God is a beautiful and blissful reminder that He wants to have a conversation with you about everything in your life: the good, the bad, and the ugly. On the...
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Obadiah: An Overview
The book of Obadiah, although the shortest of the twelve minor prophets, has much to teach us today about spiritual arrogance and unfaithfulness. Looking forward to Christ, this short book...
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