Psalm 23 has brought comfort to people of faith throughout the generations - people who have faced enormous challenges. And this psalm can bring comfort to us, too, as we face this challenging epidemic.
The Lord Is My Shepherd
Is the Bible Divinely Inspired?
I was asked a question from a friend some time ago on Facebook that generated an interesting exchange between us, and since some of us have a little extra time on our hands these days, I thought I would share our conversation here.
Reflecting on a Strange Sunday, Part II – Empty Churches but Not Empty Prayers
Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, this past Sunday was another strange one for many of us. Here is a brief reflection on this unusual Sabbath day.
The One Thing that Truly Matters
Here is my sermon preached on John 9:1-41 to an empty church (because of the coronavirus pandemic), on the one thing that truly matters.
Poems, Prayers, Psalms, and Promises
Here is a sample of a weekly prayer booklet for personal and family devotions that I put together for our congregation during this time of the coronavirus.
Evening Prayer at Home – March 18
For all of you who wish we could gather for our Lenten Vespers Service tonight, here is an “order of worship” that I offer, for personal or family devotions, that you can use this evening, March 18, or any time that is convenient for you.
Reflecting on a Strange Sunday
Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, this past Sunday was strange for many of us. Here is my reflection on this unusual Sabbath day, and on the promise that awaits us all.
Remember the Sabbath Day … When You Can’t Come to Church
How shall we “remember the Sabbath” when, because of the Coronavirus, we cannot come to church? Here is an “order of worship” that I offer, for personal or family devotions, that you can use tomorrow, March 15, the Third Sunday in Lent.
Keep Your Eyes on Jesus
Peter got out of the boat, started walking on the water, and came towards Jesus. But when he noticed the strong wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink, he cried out, ‘Lord, save me!’ Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him.Matthew 14:29-31 This has been an unsettling week, hasn’t it? Every day this week, the COVID-19…
Broadcasting the Gospel
Here is the manuscript of the sermon that I preached for the closing worship service of the NC Lutheran Men in Mission Statewide Gathering, on the Parable of the Sower.
My Pastoral Ponderings 