10 Reasons You Should Join Us at the 2012 National LFL Conference!
The 2012 National Lutherans For Life Conference is coming up in August! Here are 10 reasons you should join us!
Life Legacy Society Members 2011
The Life Legacy Society was established in 2011. It recognizes all supporters who have notified us that they have put LFL into their will or estate. We currently have 46 individuals/families that have notified us they have put Lutherans For Life into their will or estate. If ou have done this, but have not let us know, please do so. We encourage LFL donors to prayerfully consider putting LFL into your will or estate. If you need help with your will or estate, let us know—we can assist you.
Citizenship, LFL, and Abortion
For the Christian, citizenship in one’s country means more than passive obedience to the command to “be subject to the governing authorities” (Romans 13:1a). People who belong to Jesus Christ live their lives in, and in response to, their baptisms. We obey the laws of the land because that is how people redeemed in the blood of Jesus live.
Purity Cannot Be Stolen
Tara had been raped. She had been violated by a man who had no respect for her personhood or for her physical or emotional well-being. She felt dirty. Degraded and filthy. A sense of uncleanness rose up from the very core of her being. Was she to blame? No.
Speaking of the Inconceivable – A Closer Look at Suicide’s Stigma
When my wife took her life, I wasn’t as straightforward as I might be. I’d rather say something about her depression than mention that disturbing word that starts with an “s.” I was affected in a major way by suicide’s stigma. Most people regard suicide as inconceivable. “How could he do such a thing?” they ask. The stigma of suicide does not operate by a sense of understanding or compassion. Rather it targets those who have committed suicide and those who have had thoughts of suicide.
Do You Hear What These are Saying?
I mean no offense to any other group, but my two favorite groups to speak with are little children and seminarians. Most of the time I am able to tell the difference. (Seminarians are taller!) Recently my travels have blessed me with many opportunities to speak with—and listen to—little children.
Equipped and Encouraged
This past March, our wonderful state presidents had the opportunity to be “equipped and encouraged” through a Gospel-motivated workshop: two days in St. Louis (see below) of excellent training with Churches for Life president Pastor Doug Merkey. Pastor Merkey emphasized “ministry flows from relationships” and that first and foremost is our “relationship with Jesus.” He explained how walking in the Gospel is vital to a healthy ministry. “When grace and truth balance, ‘fruit happens’ as a result of being Gospel-motivated.”
The Real War on Woman – Abortion
The truth: A real “War on Women” began almost 40 years ago when the Supreme Court ruling Roe v. Wade ushered in abortion on demand. We were told that women needed abortion, that they needed to be free from the shackles of motherhood and child bearing—they needed to be able to compete on an equal level with men. The “sexual revolution” needed abortion because there needed to be no consequences to sexual activity. So, the baby had to go! It’s 40 years later. What really happened?
Consider a Gift Annuity for LFL
If you are a senior friend of Lutherans For Life you may want to consider establishing a gift annuity. This form of giving helps you use your God-given resources to achieve financial security and make a future gift to support the mission of LFL.
Equipping the Saints for Spiritual Battle
Christian families, especially those that are committed to the Lord, His Word, and speaking up for life are in a spiritual battle. What does God’s Word say about spiritual warfare? Why are we to keep our eyes on Jesus, the author and preserver of our faith? How do we learn to stand firm in the Lord? What critical armor and offensive weapons has God revealed to us in His Word? Let’s take a look at how God’s Word equips the saints for spiritual battle and helps us learn to live our faith, stand firm, and recognize and resist the schemes of the devil.