The article explains that preaching is the ministry of the Word, where an age-old Bible text brings a clear message for the congregation today. It shows that the sermon is like serving food, based on the work of Christ and meant to be received and internalized by the hearers through the work of the Holy Spirit. Application is not just a part at the end, but the whole sermon, as the Spirit works through the Word to bring salvation into the lives of people.

Autism touches me. When I hear and read about autism and when I talk to someone with autism, I recognize certain things about myself (and in my mind I shout “yes” when I read that all of us share a small degree of autism, especially us men). This article discusses aspects of pastoral care in the case of autism.

The Triune God did not simply want individuals, but a community, a royal priesthood, a holy nation (1 Peter 2:5). His love can dwell with those people, with the community of Christ. It is a community of new individuals.

How can the deacons encourage mercy and service in the church and the world? This article discusses the importance of home visits by deacons.