Why Should Christians Try Softer Instead of Trying Harder?
I was recently made aware of a new book by Christian psychologist, Aundi Kolbert, Try Softer: A Fresh Approach to Move Us out of Anxiety,...
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Tania Hilton
- Sep 9
- 5 min
Healing Past Hurts: Embracing Suffering with Faith and Hope
The Book of Job offers deep insights into the nature of suffering we Christians will experience and how to hold on to unwavering faith....
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Todd Freeman
- Sep 2
- 3 min
This Little Light of Mine: Developing "Wretch Like Me" by Todd Freeman
For as long as I can remember, horror movies and faith have been two threads running through the fabric of my life. This juxtaposition...
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Tim Ahlman
- Aug 26
- 3 min
Rediscovering Spiritual Care: Bonhoeffer's Call to Community and the Priesthood of All Believers
I recently uncovered a classic work by Dietrich Bonhoeffer titled Spiritual Care . One of my favorite quotes in the introduction spoke to...
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Tim Ahlman
- Aug 19
- 2 min
Discovering Lutheran Identity through the Past
I’m reading a lot on the history of Lutheranism in America, thanks especially to Dr. Charles Arand’s Testing the Boundaries: Windows to...
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Tim Ahlman
- Aug 12
- 3 min
Justification Unites: How the Doctrine of Grace Through Faith Can Bridge Divides and Revitalize the LCMS
Justification unites! Preserving the “outside of ourselves” objective view of justification is a point of doctrine that must continue to...
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Tim Ahlman
- Aug 5
- 2 min
An Ordained LCMS Pastor for Every Synod Congregation
The ULC feels strongly that the LCMS needs better strategy and execution on getting pastors in more and more of our empty pulpits, not to...
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Tim Ahlman
- Jul 29
- 4 min
Spiritual Warfare: Recognizing Satan's Strategies and Standing Firm in Faith
I’ve been more and more aware of spiritual warfare lately. The evil of sin seems so prevalent within and around me. The juxtaposition...
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Tim Ahlman
- Jul 22
- 3 min
Embracing Love for the Church
I love my church home. I’ll admit, growing up I sometimes internally rolled my eyes when people would talk about how much they love their...
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Tim Ahlman
- Jul 15
- 1 min
Finding Joy in Jesus
Joy— I love the word, it rolls off the tongue taking flight like a bird. Joy— What Jesus brings changing eternities reminding me He’s...
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Tim Ahlman
- Jul 8
- 3 min
Unveiling the Dark Emotional Triad: Finding Redemption in Confession and Absolution
I’ve recently been processing why I am the way I am when I am not living in my baptismal identity in Christ. I think it largely has to do...
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Tim Ahlman
- Jul 1
- 4 min
Seasons of Leadership: Living the Church Year with Purpose and Reflection
“That is just the season I am in…” “It’s been a tough season…” “It’s been a joyful season…” “The season of Lent is so busy…” I don’t...
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Matt Engel
- Jun 24
- 1 min
God, Man, and Machine: Exploring AI through a Christian Lens of Theology, Ethics, and Leadership
In a world increasingly dominated by artificial intelligence, pastors and ministry leaders must engage with this transformative...
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Tania Hilton
- Jun 17
- 3 min
Crafting Faith: Woodworking Principles for Navigating Ministry Challenges - Matthew J. Engel
I spent some time last weekend working on woodworking projects in the shop. It's a craft that demands accuracy, creativity, and a good...
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Tim Ahlman
- Jun 10
- 2 min
A Growth Journey of Surrender and Transformation
Growth— a challenging word. I’m stuck downward. The flesh sets me back. Flailing, falling, stumbling, crawling, daily growth seems...
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Tim Ahlman
- Jun 3
- 4 min
Leadership on the Line: Navigating the Diversity of Ministry
Healthy leaders function on the line. Unwise leaders step over the line. Cowardly leaders never approach the line. If the image of a...
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Tim Ahlman
- May 27
- 3 min
Running the Ministry Marathon: Lessons from the Apostle Paul
Ministry can be hard. Understatement. Some of you have thought about quitting. Don’t. Please, don’t. Jesus has more for you to do, more...
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Matthew Schultz
- May 20
- 4 min
Ascension Lutheran Church: Tailgating for Jesus – A Unique Approach to Community, Worship, and Volunteerism
If someone asked you to describe your church, what would you say? You might tell them about the awesome youth ministry. You might...
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Tim Ahlman
- May 13
- 2 min
Embracing the Mess: Why Authenticity is the Key to Building Trust in the Church
Everyone is a hot sinful mess. Everyone. Don’t think you are? Then you really are. The sooner you acknowledge you’re a mess—a work in...
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Tim Ahlman
- May 6
- 4 min
Unveiling Truth: The Divisions and Deceptions Within the LCMS Community
How truthful are you? I’m sure we’d all say, “I’m pretty truthful. Sure, I have those moments where I tell little white lies to...
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