In the last few chapters of the book of Ezekiel there are a couple of really good lessons. The first is a rule about worship in the new Temple that was to be built. If you came in the North Gate you …
It is easy to say, “I believe in God.” But what does that really mean? In the western world we tend to think of “belief” as something that only happens in our mind. We think something is true …
Blessings in Planting Springtime is an exciting time for me and many of you all, I’m sure. Growing up on the farm, I can’t forget planting and harvest. From the grass getting green to the budding …
I have always enjoyed spring; when I was a kid, my dad always did a little project that I am always reminded of. He would take the wheat seed from the granary place 100 of them on a newspaper (my mom …
As we all rejoiced in the Resurrection of Jesus, we must not forget what led us here, namely, SIN, that of our own and the world that surrounds us. Remember what St. Paul said in his letter to the …
“What must I do to be saved?” This was a question that was asked on the day the Church was born in Acts 2:37-38. This was when they realized they had just killed Christ. This is the most …
“And the three men I admire most, the Father, Son, and the Holy Ghost; they caught the last train to the coast, the day the music died”---1971 ballad “American Pie” lyrics. Acts 1-2 records …
The weeks following Easter can feel a bit anticlimactic, if I’m being totally honest. Our church had such buildup between Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday, with several events and services being held …
Allow me to introduce myself. I am Mike Martin, the new pastor of Marshall Lutheran Church. You may be wondering why the pastor of a church that is not even in Morton County is writing this article. …
Remembering God’s forgiveness as Resurrection Day approaches. It cost Jesus His life so we would have eternal hope with Him in heaven one day, a choice everyone has to make. I hope we are ever …
Lenten season gives us, Christians an opportunity to gaze at the Glory of Jesus through three lenses.. His role as Lord and Savior, his role as Messiah and his role on the Cross. Why these three …
