You Have Peace with God

There are a multitude of incredible rescue stories that have captivated the world over the last number of years.

You’re Dead to Me

When I look at my sermon theme, I don’t know that I could ever imagine myself saying those words to someone else.

Rethinking Trials, Tests, and Temptations

I doubt that Mary Wells had any clue where her song, “My Guy,” would go when she recorded it back in 1964. Perhaps she thought it would make it to the top of the charts in 1964, which it did.

The Majesty on the Mountain

Before the game kicks off today, as you settle into your favorite recliner with a plate of food, you may hear the song: “America the Beautiful.”  With descriptive lyrics, one of the lines stirs up memories for me. 


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Leap into Preschool!

Eastside Eagle Tournament

Please join us February 23rd-25th as Eastside Lutheran School hosts our 46th Annual Eagle Tournament!

A Strange Doxology

That word “doxology,” is not a strange word for us. It comes from a combination of two Greek words: “doxa”, which means “glory,” and “logia” which means, “word.”

Ashes on Ash Wednesday: The Why and the How

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, the Christian’s 40-day journey with the Lord to the cross and tomb, preparing for the proclamation of Easter. The 40 days are reminiscent of several biblical events: Jesus’ 40-day fast at the beginning of this ministry, Moses’ stay on Mount Sinai at the giving of the Law, and Elijah’s fast on his way to the mountain of God.