Monthly Archives: October 2018

Cold Civil War – Exhibit H

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Matt

I came across an exchange on Facebook that recently went viral. The original post was from a couple of parents in Texas who back different senate candidates and have different political ideologies but nevertheless find a way to live together with … Continue reading →

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Great Stuff: What does the LC-MS document “When Homes are Heartless” Mean?

Posted on October 22, 2018 by Matt

Some temptations are stronger than others. This is particularly true when it comes to a temptation towards worldliness, which often has many layers to it. Sometimes it’s just as simple as a desire to fit in with the world rather … Continue reading →

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Stop Wielding “Best Construction” Against Propriety and Ethics

Posted on October 19, 2018 by Matt

It looks like a scandal of sorts has cropped up in LCMS circles, as it’s being reported that Concordia St. Paul, under the leadership of President Ries, sold a property to Susie Ries Interiors (operated by President Ries’ wife) which … Continue reading →

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The Ugliness of Male Submission

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Matt

Pulpit & Pen put up an article the other day about popular false teacher Beth Moore, who apparently had the drummer from her worship band kneel down on stage and apologize to all women for the bad behavior of those … Continue reading →

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#BelieveSomeWomen

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Matt

This past weekend, an old friend of mine (to whom I have not spoken for awhile) revealed on Facebook that she had been the victim of an attempted sexual assault when she was a teenager. She did so as a … Continue reading →

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