Using the ‘dialogical lens’ for the Parable of the Rich Fool shows us ways to explore the issues around wealth, greed, and family tensions while also rooting deeply in faith, scripture, and our relationship with God. Read more
July 31, 2019
Applying the Dialogical Lens to the Parable of the Rich Fool
July 31, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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July 30, 2019
Using a ‘Dialogical Lens’ for Scripture and Preaching
July 30, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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Using a ‘dialogical lens’ for scripture and preaching can open new options for “Purple Zone” sermons in the red-blue divide. Here are six steps for using the dialogical lens. Read more
July 28, 2019
Ask, Seek, Knock: Seeking the Goods or The Good?
July 28, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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God is not Aladdin’s Genie, it turns out. So for what – and for whom – should we ask, seek, knock? Some astute Confirmation students ask these questions and emerge as budding young theologians. Read more
July 25, 2019
Like Tears in Rain: Rutger Hauer, Blade Runner, and Being Fully Human
July 25, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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Rutger Hauer captured the full scope and depth of human emotion as Roy Batty in Blade Runner. His final poignant scene is an iconic portrait of pathos and redemption. Read more
June 16, 2019
Fierce Lambs! Sermon for a Seminary Graduation
June 16, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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Jesus is sending out fierce lambs with a cross-shaped love to face the wolves. Lexington Theological Seminary just graduated 14 of them! Read more
May 26, 2019
Pastor Betty Rendón is Slated for Deportation – Why This is Crossing a Line
May 26, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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The arrest and planned deportation of Pastor Betty Rendón is immoral and unmerciful. Whether you are a person of faith or a secular citizen concerned about human rights, your voice is needed. Read more
May 20, 2019
When God Breaks the Law: Immigration, Asylum & Pastor Betty Rendón
May 20, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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The ICE arrest of Pastor Betty Rendón has created a polarizing debate about immigration laws. What can we learn about GOD’S law when we look at Act 11:1-18? Read more
May 16, 2019
Trump’s ICE Targets Lutheran Minister, Betty Rendón
May 16, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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Betty Rendón, a Lutheran minister, was arrested along with her family when ICE agents raided their home at gunpoint. Targeting a pastor is crossing yet another line, moving our country one step closer to the rise of Trump’s Reich. Read more
May 8, 2019
Top 10 Taboo Topics for Preachers
May 8, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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What’s the taboo topic you just won’t touch in your preaching? What gives you pause when you consider taking a prophetic stance on a contemporary issue in a sermon? What is the “hot topic” you avoid? Read more
May 6, 2019
Period Prayers: An Issue of Blood and Faith (Guest Post)
May 6, 2019 By Leah D. Schade
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Period Prayers can help women of faith find their voice when dealing with the bodily processes that are both the source of life and the cause of embarrassment, shame, and pain. Read more
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