Spring 2006

God joins water and His Word to keep us from eternal damnation. Read about God’s saving gifts, which He gives us through the means of Baptism.

Megachurch or faithful church? Contemporary Christian music or the liturgy? Video projectors or hymnals? Mr.Wolf explains the benefits of being distinctly, and even an old-fashioned, Lutheran.

Do you like the Black-Eyed Peas? Gwen Stefani? Audioslave? Read this Pulse column to see a survey of what kinds of music Higher Things readers listen to the most.

Why are most Christians so reluctant to talk about Jesus? Are good works more appealing than our Savior? Dr.Veith outlines the importance of focusing on Christ and the forgiveness He offers.

While reflecting on Lamentations 3, Jeff Hansen gives insight about God allowing suffering in our lives.

Kathy and her mom attend a funeral at church. While there, she contemplates the similarities between biological families and church families, family suppers and the Lord’s Supper, and birthdays and feast days.

Your friends, television actors, and maybe even you misuse the Lord’s name. Check out Rev. Chryst’s article to see why three little words say more than you might think.

Are you finishing school this year? Do you feel unsure of what life has in store for you after graduation? Rev. Borghardt reminds us of the hope and promise we have in Christ.

Vicar Lehmann weighs in on Satan’s anger, our sin, and God’s gift of Jesus for our redemption.

Over 50 percent of teenagers contemplate suicide. Read Dr.Yahnke’s article to find out how you can help those who face this temptation.

Prayer in public schools is a good thing. Or is it? Rev. Pauls discusses multiculturalism, secularism, and the fine line between church and state. Accompanying his essay is a compelling article on school prayer by Mollie Ziegler.

Who ya calling pond scum?? Were you created with a purpose or did you evolve from gunk? Can science and Christianity coexist? Read Rev. Cwirla’s defense of Intelligent Design to find the answers.