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10 mins read|01/01/22
Circumcision of Our Lord
Christ has received the mark of law that we might be marked with the gospel, with the sign of his holy cross on our heads and hearts as redeemed children of God. -
16 mins read|12/15/21
Debunking Popular Christmastime Myths: Temple Shepherds, Migdal Eder, and Swaddling Lambs
The Bethlehem shepherds were raising lambs for the temple? Jesus was born in a shepherd's tower called Migdal Eder? Shepherds swaddled lambs to keep them unblemished then placed them in a manger to keep them safe? What are we to make of these popular claims? -
10 mins read|11/22/21
From the Mark of Cain to Baptism
Throughout the Scriptures, God puts "signs" or "seals" upon people. Often these are placed upon the forehead. How do all these connected stories take us from the mark of Cain, to the Exodus, to the cross, and finally to baptism? -
13 mins read|10/04/21
For God So Loved the Animals
Bulls, lions, dogs. Why all these metaphors from the animal kingdom to describe humanity as it encircles the crucified Savior? Because the man on the cross, God incarnate, is there for all creation, not just humanity. -
9 mins read|10/02/21
A Theology of Children
The entrance of children into the world reminds our world of the hope of redemption in Genesis 3:15. -
12 mins read|09/25/21
Old Testament: Genesis 2:18-25 (Pentecost 19: Series B )
Man and woman together are complete. Apart, they are incomplete. The two correspond and form “one flesh” when combined in sexual relationships and as helpmates.
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