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For Such a Time as This | Donna Snow

The story of Esther is as dramatic as any major motion picture. You’ll find it’s packed with twists and turns and characters that keep the action moving from the very beginning to its thrilling conclusion. Author Donna Snow joins us to talk about the drama and relevance of Esther for us today. Learn more about…

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Getting through Grief | Rev. Michael Newman

If you’re going through a season of grief you may feel that you are stuck in a deep, dark pit with hope nowhere in sight. Rev. Michael Newman joins us today to remind us that even as we are going through grief, we have a sure and complete hope. Learn more about Getting Through Grief…

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Lean in to Christ | Deb Burma

Many women have heard the call to lean in as a rallying cry of empowerment of achieving their goals and overcoming inequality while there’s nothing wrong with striving for success. What if this call to lean in is pointing us in the wrong direction? Where should we be leaning towards for true wisdom, protection, and…

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Equipped to Resist Spiritual Warfare | Dr. Chris Kennedy

The phrase spiritual warfare might bring to mind angels and demons, exorcisms and scary demonic encounters. More than that, spiritual warfare also includes the battles you and I face in everyday life. Battles of temptation, doubt, and anxiety. Rev. Dr. Chris Kennedy joins us to help us recognize spiritual warfare and be equipped to resist…

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The Distinctive Role of Lutheran Education | Dr. Matthew Hoehner

Lutheran schools across the country offer unique learning experiences, daily encouraging their students to grow both academically and spiritually. We’re joined by the Rev. Dr. Matthew Hoehner, Executive Director of Christ Community Lutheran School (CCLS) in St. Loui to discuss what makes Lutheran schools so special and why they’re more relevant than ever in our…

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Sanctity of Life with Rev. Michael Salemink

The life issues that we face in our culture today are far more than controversial political issues. They are serious spiritual issues. Rev. Michael Salemink, Executive Director of Mission and Ministry for Lutherans for Life joins us to talk about the issues facing us and how we as Christians can be positive life-affirming voices for…

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Forgiveness and Reconciliation with Ted Kober

In the face of conflict, three words can be incredibly difficult to say. “I forgive you.” In this episode, we’re taking a deeper look at forgiveness and reconciliation with our guest, Ted Kober, Senior Ambassador at Ambassadors for Reconciliation. Learn more about Ted’s book Confession and Forgiveness. Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

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Engaging the Culture in 2021 | Alfonso Espinosa

What does it look like for Christians to engage with others for the sake of the Gospel in the context of these cultural issues? With guest, Dr. Alfonso Espinosa. Faith that Engages the CultureFaith that Sees Through the Culture

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Forgiveness | Donna Snow

In the current issue of Lutheran Life Donna Snow shares thoughtful reflections on how forgiveness transforms our lives before God and among others. Donna joins us to explore forgiveness. Forgiveness | Lutheran Life Winter 2021 Forgiveness: Received from God, Extended to Others Chosen: A Study of Esther (coming March 2021)

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Galatians 6:7-18

Examine the Book of Galatians, which was written by the apostle Paul to the early Christians living in Galatia. Discuss questions and answers from chapter six, ending with the eighteenth verse. To learn more, check out The Big Book of New Testament Questions and Answers.

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