1. Johann Spangenberg on Dying Well

    book
    01/24/24
    14 mins
    By Amy Mantravadi
    A “good death” and “good life” are not accomplished through personal striving but are grasped by faith in the promises of God.
    Johann Spangenberg on Dying Well

  2. Is God Moved by our Petitions?

    book
    01/08/24
    15 mins
    By Steve Byrnes
    Do our petitions move God?
    Is God Moved by our Petitions?

  3. When You're Attacked By The "What If's"

    book
    10/13/23
    18 mins
    By Erick Sorensen
    Finding rest in God when the “what ifs”come calling
    When You're Attacked By The

  4. Resurrection Life for Resurrection People Part 2: Wittgenstein’s Resurrection Principle

    book
    07/17/23
    14 mins
    By John Bombaro
    If Jesus did not rise, then religion is just religion — a mere anthropological phenomenon.
    Resurrection Life for Resurrection People Part 2: Wittgenstein’s Resurrection Principle

  5. Pastoral Presence Makes All the Difference

    book
    06/28/23
    13 mins
    By John Bombaro
    Christ Jesus brings his word and presence to where you are and he is even willing to do so through the likes of your personally present pastor.
    Pastoral Presence Makes All the Difference

  6. Why Do You Expect So Little of God?

    book
    06/01/23
    11 mins
    By Bruce Hillman
    When we forget that we live by promise, that's when the danger tends to creep in. Because failing to embrace promise means we usually fall back into notions of luck, or even worse--into works.
    Why Do You Expect So Little of God?

  7. Why We Need Preachers

    book
    05/15/23
    11 mins
    By Donavon Riley
    Luther's emphasis on the need for sinners to have preachers who can provide them with the comfort and support they need for their faith in Jesus Christ and life is as relevant today as it was in his time.
    Why We Need Preachers

  8. Preaching Predestination with Jim Nestingen

    book
    02/03/23
    14 mins
    By John W. Hoyum
    Predestination, Jim knew, is no longer a frightening doctrine of mystery when you understand that God makes his choice about you in the simple word of God, given from one sinner to another.
    Preaching Predestination with Jim Nestingen

  9. Malachi Prepares the Way for Jesus

    book
    12/13/22
    9 mins
    By Donavon Riley
    The lesson of Malachi reveals God’s love for his people. When the people ask for proof of God’s love, he reminds them of their election.
    Malachi Prepares the Way for Jesus

  10. Refreshment for the Depressed Soul

    book
    11/21/22
    29 mins
    By Bradley Gray
    Help comes for those who cannot help themselves. When we bottom-out and come to the end of ourselves, that is where hope springs.
    Refreshment for the Depressed Soul

  11. How to Define Christian Community

    book
    10/25/22
    10 mins
    By Wade Johnston
    There is no true life and meaningful community apart from forgiveness.
    How to Define Christian Community

  12. 1 John 5:1-4: Faith, Love, & the Family of God

    book
    10/21/22
    11 mins
    By Luke Kjolhaug
    The reason that God’s commandments are not burdensome is that Jesus has fulfilled them.
    1 John 5:1-4: Faith, Love, & the Family of God
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