Monthly Archives: December 2017

NOT yet New Years Eve/Circumcision and Naming of Jesus. Today is the Sunday after Christmas. And here is my sermon. A few typos, but I said them right. Go anywhere today and people will wish you a happy New Year. … Continue reading →

In the classic movie “A Christmas Story” Ralphie notes that the entire kid year revolves around Christmas. True. What I want for Christmas, what I got for Christmas, and what I want next Christmas. As we grow into adulthood we … Continue reading →

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints. Based on the Gospel reading, John 11:20-27 When someone dies suddenly, you often hear, “At least they didn’t suffer”. When someone dies after a long illness, you … Continue reading →

Today is Rejoice! Sunday. The Introit begins & ends with “Rejoice in the Lord Always! Again I will say Rejoice!” The color of the candle is rose today (it isn’t actually pink, it’s rose.) A little bit lighter, a little … Continue reading →

It has come to my attention recently that my name is known among the movers and shakers in our synod. I’m really sad to discover that. I have always considered myself unimportant, and content to remain so. According to what … Continue reading →

It looks like my congregation will be bidding a sad farewell to the Concordia Publishing House Sunday School curriculum. I’m not happy to do that. Last summer we even looked at other (less expensive) options. Our conclusion was that you … Continue reading →

I’d like to thank all my readers for making this the best year ever for my blog! The numbers are small, compared to real blogs and professional bloggers. But even so, it’s nice to know that some people are stopping … Continue reading →

When you live in an ivory tower, it’s easy to get rather out-of-touch with the common man. For our seminaries, there is a danger that they will lose the ability to communicate effectively with the man in the pew. I … Continue reading →

I had hoped to have Evolution, a Defense Against, ready for your Christmas-gift lists. Alas. It won’t quite be ready in time. But I am now on the final read through before sending it off for copy editing. That means that it … Continue reading →

I had planned to have several additional articles posted already regarding the promotion of evolution by our seminary in Saint Louis. Sadly, I have been detained by other duties. But the Brothers of John the Steadfast are on the job! … Continue reading →