In a world fractured by division, where relationships strain under conflict or isolation, Psalm 133 offers a vision of hope: “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” (Ps. 133:1). This psalm paints a picture of harmony, likening it to precious oil flowing down Aaron’s beard...
To deny having a checkered past is to deceive ourselves. We all have moments of regret and wish we could change past decisions. The phrase “live and learn” reflects this reality. Sometimes, we look back on our actions with embarrassment or shame, which is the Law revealing our sins. However,...
Imagine being St. Peter, confessing, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God,” and receiving Jesus’ high praise: “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven.” Jesus then declares, “And I tell you, you...
“For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our Amen to God for his glory,” (2 Cor. 1:20, ESV). Do you remember a time when God said “no” to you? I do! It was a painful period...
Psalm 13, a poignant lament penned by David, captures the raw anguish of a soul in distress, crying out to God amidst deep sorrow. This psalm resonates with anyone who has felt abandoned, overwhelmed, or lost in the face of life’s trials. We find in Psalm 13 a profound reflection...
Psalm 39 speaks to those wrestling with life’s brevity and human frailty, guiding us to the unshakable hope found in Christ. David, the psalmist, prays, “O Lord, make me know my end and what is the measure of my days; let me know how fleeting I am!” (v. 4, ESV). These words echo in...
The love of God is a steadfast anchor—unshakable and eternal—as revealed in Psalm 136 and Rom. 8:37–39. Together, these passages weave together a profound truth: God’s love endures forever, and in Christ, nothing can separate us from it. Psalm 136 is a resounding hymn of gratitude, repeating the refrain, “his...
When the weight of life presses down, when shadows of doubt or fear creep in, Psalm 121 calls us to lift our eyes to the hills, where our help comes from—not from the hills themselves, but from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. This ancient song of ascent...
As baptized children of God, we are bound to His promises, sealed in the waters of baptism and sustained by His unending grace. Yet life’s trials can sometimes cast shadows over our faith, leaving us feeling distant from God. Psalm 77, penned by Asaph, speaks to such moments, offering Comfort...
Peter T. Olson July 26, 1974 – July 30, 2025 Peter Olson was born July 26, 1974, to David and Cynthia Olson, and passed away unexpectedly July 30, 2025. He was baptized and confirmed at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Kansas City, Missouri, where he also attended Holy Cross...