Of Fools and Numbers
Easter falls on April 1 this year. Since this is an interesting date for Easter, I want to share a few of my thoughts. Although April Fools’ Day is always
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Texas District Church Extension Fund Announces Becca Jones as New Executive Director
LCMS Church Extension Fund Senior Vice President To Take the Reigns After Retirement of Stephen Block AUSTIN, Texas—On Saturday, March 3, 2018, after a nationwide search process, the Texas District has
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LittleFaith
Did you ever notice the nickname Jesus used for His disciples? He called them “LittleFaiths.” When Jesus urged His disciples not to worry about God’s provision of clothing, He said,
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Jesus … My True Valentine
February is a unique month with Ash Wednesday falling on Valentine’s Day. The beginning of the Lenten season and Valentine’s Day will find ways of challenging each other and complimenting
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Missionaries to the Internet
They never imagined it would grow this quickly. So say Joey Bluege and George Holleway, Specific Ministry Pastor (SMP) vicars at Salem Lutheran Church in Tomball. The SMP program forms
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American Ninja Ministry
Have you seen “American Ninja Warrior?” This television obstacle course competition has captured my viewing allegiance. My wife and I record it every week so we can savor the feats
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Celebrating God’s Kingdom in 2017
2017 was a very special year as the world celebrated the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. This was not simply a look back, however. As St. Augustine was credited with
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Our Ablaze! Story
A blessed 2018 to each of you! It is my prayer that you would grow stronger in your walk of faith and in your ability to share Gods’ grace with
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Solitude with Jesus: Rest, Reflection and Renewal
I have always been intrigued that Jesus, with only three years as Messiah and under high demand, “But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” Luke 5:6 Solitude with
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His Hands and Feet
We filed out of the suburban loaded with youth as a man came out of the house and introduced himself. “Hello Troy,” I said and started a round of introductions
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