Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church … More
Tag: Pastors
Christ the King-Priest
The word of the Lord came to me: “Take silver and gold from the exiles Heldai, Tobijah and Jedaiah, who have arrived from … More
A Pastor’s Thankful Prayer
We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because we have heard … More
Help Wanted!
“Help wanted.” We see that sign all over the place, at least in the city where I live. My sixth … More
Christ Is Preached!
It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. The latter do … More
Workers for the Harvest Field
Earlier this month, our nation observed its National Day of Prayer. Freedom and peace and justice are wonderful blessings that … More
Our Favorite Pastor
Who’s your favorite pastor? Be careful how you answer! It feels so natural to pick favorites in every area of … More
No One Left Out
(I had the chance to preach this sermon to a church full of pastors at a pastors’ conference. It’s based … More
Call Day
Today is “Call Day” at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary—where I was trained to be a pastor. Call Day is the day … More