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Beginning the Forty Days
“Remember you are dust and to dust you shall return.” These are the words of Ash Wednesday. They are the words said over us as we receive the ashes reminding us of our mortality. We are reminded that we are … Continue reading
Posted in Lent
Tagged Ash Wednesday, Ashes to ashes, Christianity, discipleship, Dust to dust, faith, Journey of Lent, Lent, Lenten discipline, Repentance
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Boasting in Christ
Therefore, as it is written, “Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 1:31 There’s a cliché in sports that says, “It’s not bragging if you can back it up.” This is a favorite among gifted athletes, … Continue reading
Posted in Bible Study, Discipleship
Tagged 1 Corinthians, Apostle Paul, Boasting in Christ, Bragging rights, Christianity, Church, discipleship, Jesus
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Advent Day 8 – God’s Commandments as Gift and Guide
And God spoke all these words, saying, “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. “You shall have no other gods before me. Exodus 20:1-3 The history … Continue reading
Posted in Advent Devotions
Tagged Advent, Bible Study, Christian, Commandments, discipleship, faith, God's Law, Gospel, Grace, Jesus, Moses, religion, Ten Commandments
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Appreciating my pastors
As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” Romans 10:15 It has come to my attention that October is Pastor Appreciation Month. While I appreciate the sentiment, I’m sure I join many … Continue reading
Posted in Community
Tagged Church, discipleship, love, Ministry, pastor, Pastor Appreciation, pastoral ministry, pastors, Relationships, religion
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God and wealth
[Jesus said] “No slave can serve two masters; for a slave will either hate the one and love the other, or be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and wealth.” Luke 16:13 One of … Continue reading
Posted in Stewardship
Tagged Christianity, discipleship, Jesus, Money, religion, Stewardship, Teaching of Jesus, wealth
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My Lutheran Roots 