This time of year, you don’t have to walk too far into a store to find a plaque or pillow for sale with one of these words on it:
grateful
thankful
thanksgiving
gratitude.
In our day and age, does the church really matter? Several years ago, there was a video making the rounds on social media that claimed Jesus is greater than religion. The whole premise of...
We’re surrounded by symbols in our modern world, from the red octagon that commands us to stop to the golden arches that signal our next meal. Symbols have a powerful way of conveying...
0:54The Enduring Grace journal gives readers a fresh perspective of Scripture and the church year, guiding them through each Sunday, season, and celebration day with weekly lectionaries. The life of the c
2:25How can you become a better listener? And where can you find the tools for deeper, more meaningful conversations in Christ's earthly ministry? In Captivating Conversations by Brian Davies, you can lea
My church friend Liza* and her husband moved into a retirement community over the summer. One of the biggest challenges, of course, has been downsizing. But it has also been difficult to...
When our Lord breathed His last and died on the cross, the curtain in the temple of Jerusalem tore in two from top to bottom. This event signified that the barrier of sin that separated...
Every year, Concordia Gospel Outreach partners with Lutheran organizations to provide them with resources and support to continue serving their communities. These nonprofit groups span...
When I was a teenager and knew it all, I got bored with Sunday mornings. I already knew that Jesus died for our sins and rose on the third day. Why did we need to keep talking about it?...
3:51How can the Christian church better understand and interact with the culture and world around them? In his new book, author Chad Lakies explores challenges Christians face today and shares ways to bet
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Missionary Erin Mackenzie reflects on some of her most cherished roles and experiences with her Latin America and the Caribbean missionary connections—especially at the latest regional...
5:27Where does your identity come from? Is it from your race, gender, nationality, social status, income, or something else? Author Gene Edward Veith Jr. brings your Lutheran identity to life in his new b
2:52What are God's actual promises to you? The Bible overflows with God's promises for what has already been fulfilled, for the here and now, and what will be fulfilled. Author Terry Zuehsow explores 228
My teenage daughter and her friend were giggling and joking in the back of my car. Her friend said, “Ms. Gross, am I the weirdest friend that your daughter has?”
2:52What are God's actual promises to you? The Bible overflows with God's promises for what has already been fulfilled, for the here and now, and what will be fulfilled. Author Terry Zueshow explores 228
My preschool-aged daughter sat on the ground, wailing. We had been at the playground for hours, but now it was time to go. Her little friends had left with no drama other than some...
The world is full of worldviews. Christians have always faced lies about Jesus and His ministry, and Christians witness best when they are well prepared. In 1 Peter 3:15, we are reminded...
1:16What does it mean to keep the sabbath? Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann explores the wonder and joy of living in God's seventh day of rest in his new book, Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play. This book delves into
