Roe v. Wade and I were born in the same year. I have never known America without the ubiquitous ability to kill one’s own child. To date, some 63 million

After our Spotlight: Missions event in January, Matthew Ballmann pastor of Trinity San Antonio sat down with President Wade Mobley to chat about church planting, Lutheran liturgy, Christian family life and singleness, vocation, and the pilot concept of a Lutheran monastic house.

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When I talk to parents about helping their child select a college, one question comes up in conversation more than any other: “Is my child ready to survive as a

The AFLBS choirs had a unique opportunity this year to, very literally, sing a new song to the Lord. The story began almost two years ago when AFLBS choir director,

“Let there be light”—and, thankfully, some much-needed light has appeared during this new spring season. Although I have always appreciated this delightful time of year, my fondness for it has

In II Corinthians 4 and 5, the apostle Paul is encouraging believers in their life of faith. He reminds his readers that they have the treasure of the gospel and

Nick Mathsen, Ada, MN, AFLBS junior During our two-week mission trip, I saw the importance and beauty of loving God by serving my neighbor. In a morning devotion on Mark

Alisabeth Boyum, Ossian, Iowa, AFLBS junior Being in Ecuador during spring break was such a blessing to me. Even though it was amazing, it was not without its hardships. While

Isaiah Miller, Fosston, Minn., AFLBS junior Visiting Ecuador was a life-changing experience for me and I would recommend a trip down there for almost anyone. Going down there I didn’t

Marcela Lopez, Portillo, Mexico City, AFLBS junior During our recent visit in Ecuador, I was amazed by how God works in people’s hearts. It was exciting to share the gospel

My vehicle of choice that summer day was a bicycle, since I was too young for a license to drive. My fascination with history had been excited by the discovery