By Stephanie Neugebauer Faithful Lutherans, both past and present, have rightly denounced the many sins that debase human life: abortion, sexual and domestic abuse, assisted suicide, human trafficking. Not only does our church body speak against such things, but she … Read More
By Christopher Maronde In the beginning, there was no city, only a Garden. This is not to say anything against cities — yet the soil, growing things and the abundance of the fruits of the earth are foundational, essential, in … Read More
by Matthew C. Harrison Luther described the natural propensity of all of us sinners to be “curved in on [ourselves].” Like Adam and Eve, we are created to be in a relationship with God, and a relationship with all others … Read More
This is the latest installment of “Life in the Church Year,” a series by Dr. Kristen Einertson and Tessa Muench of All the Household. This series will provide guidance for living out the seasons of the Church Year at home … Read More
By Brian L. Kachelmeier Read Isaiah 25 and John 20:1–18. In Isaiah 25, the prophet uses the word “mountain” three times to depict God’s promise of the resurrection from the dead — one of the many places in Scripture where … Read More
By Andrew Steinmann Read Psalm 41 and John 13:12–38. In Psalm 41, David begged God not to allow his enemies to prevail over him. Verse 9 says, “Even my close friend in whom I trusted, who ate my bread, has … Read More
By Andrew Steinmann Read Isaiah 53 and John 12:20–50. The Gospels are filled with miracles our Lord performed. He healed the sick, gave sight to the blind, fed the masses with only a few loaves and fishes, and even raised … Read More
By Andrew Steinmann Read Exodus 40:1–2, 9–15; 1 Samuel 16:1–13; and John 12:1–8. John tells us that on Saturday — six days before the Passover and Jesus’ crucifixion — Mary, the sister of Martha and Lazarus, anointed Jesus’ feet with … Read More
Originally published in our April 2025 issue, below are daily devotions for Holy Week that explore how the events of Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday are prefigured in the Old Testament. Each devotion also features accompanying Scripture readings. Daily Devotions … Read More
Editor’s Note: This new series from LCMS Church Worker Wellness is hosted here on The Lutheran Witness site. Visit the “Ministry Features” page for regular Worker Wellness content. As Lutherans, we understand that the various aspects of our wellness — intellectual, emotional, relational, physical, financial … Read More
