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Where Is Our Treasure?
This is the ninth in a series of reflections offered as part of my service with the Stewardship Ministry at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Hickman, Neb., where Anne and I are members. The black walnut trees north of our house have shed their leaves. Only a few walnuts still cling to their branches,…
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Everything Comes from God
This is the eighth in a series of reflections offered as part of my service with the Stewardship Ministry at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, Hickman, Neb., where Anne and I are members. King David’s life contains much that speaks to us as a caution to avoid, rather than a cause to embrace. And…
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Firm Forever
“…I will maintain him in my house and in my kingdom forever, and his throne shall be firmly established forever.” (1 Chronicles 17:14, NAB)
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God Builds Our House
Introduction This is a memorial service homily I preached at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Beatrice, Neb., on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009. Readings 1 Chronicles 17:10b-15 Psalm 121 2 Corinthians 5:1-5 John 14:1-6 Message From the stories Loren’s family shares, it is clear that he had a calling to build. Across the nation, communities benefit from…
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Devoted Seeking
“…devote your hearts and souls to seeking the Lord your God.” (1 Chronicles 22:19a, LH)