“For I would not have known what it is to covet if the law had not said, “You shall not covet.” Rom. 7:7B I feel the need to say, from this pen the issue of avarice does not come out of “left field.” I have written on subjects for which
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It is no secret that the demographics in the State of Texas have been changing. Even the small towns are reflecting the changing nature of our communities. Moreover, our children are also changing with it. Their outlook in life is different from their parents and grandparents. Diversity is embraced in
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Did you hear what Clemson University coach Dabo Swinney said after his football team’s decisive victory over Alabama? On national TV, he said his word for the year was JOY: Jesus, Others, and You—as in the order of whom we serve first. After being asked about how it felt to
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You may have heard the rumor that Lutherans are strong and silent types. None of this gushing about Jesus to people — no, we’re more comfortable dishing up a good casserole or barbecuing some tasty brisket with a smile that shows the love of Jesus. But recently I visited a
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Have you used one of those new drink machines in restaurants? They have a cool touch screen. You can choose from dozens of drink types and flavors. The machines are sleek, high-tech, and fitting for a generation that expects everything. There’s just one problem: these new drink dispensers are incredibly
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My name is Brenda Segovia and I’d like to share a story with you. Before I jump right in, let me give you a bit of context. I am currently serving as a DCE for a non-profit organization, RioMAC. RioMAC is the Rio Grande Mission Action Council based in the
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In Psalm 71:20, the Psalmist speaks to God and says, “Though You have made me see troubles, many and bitter, You will restore my life again.” This is what we celebrate at Easter. Jesus was a man who experienced deep troubles that were many and bitter. Yet, His life was
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Easter is an exciting time in the Church year even though it is for only 50 days. The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost is also exciting, but this excitement rests completely on the resurrection of Jesus. Everything in our faith walk is grounded in the resurrection. Easter is
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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 each other. Of course, it is Jesus who is our focus of love, service and commitment. There’s a children’s Valentine
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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 others. The Texas District’s mission statement is, “To strengthen congregations to reach the lost, disciple the saved, and to care
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