All posts tagged scripture
Holy Communion(s)
by Timothy Teuscher Our synodical constitution states the following regarding the primary duty of the president: to “use all means at his command to promote and maintain unity of doctrine and practice in all the regions” (Article X.3). This I have attempted to do over…
At Camp Lutherland, Children Ask Big Questions About God
Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan—At Camp Lutherland near Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan, summer camp is about more than outdoor activities, games, and time with friends. It is also an opportunity for children to hear the Word of God and ask questions about the faith. During the camp sessions,…
When You Sit, Walk, Lie Down, Rise . . . Devotional Life at Home
by Samantha Neeb But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord. – Joshua 24:15 – This bold declaration from Joshua that his household will serve the Lord is one that I pray each and every one of you is willing to…
Read, Mark, Learn, and Inwardly Digest
by David Haberstock Do you read your Bible much? Like most Christians, I have wrestled (and still wrestle) with having a consistent habit of reading the Bible. Why is that? Because like all things that are good for me (healthy eating, being active, getting to…
Care for the Caregivers of Our Souls
by Robert Mohns When we consider church worker care, we often think first of financial support. Scripture makes clear that the church bears this responsibility. In Lutheran Church–Canada, however, such care has become increasingly difficult. In 2017, the LCMS found 42 percent of workers and…
Resurrection Hope
by Robin Dalloo During my high school years, my parents often took my brothers and me on road trips from our home in Winnipeg to various places in Canada and the United States. One of the wonderful stops we made was in South Bend,…