When I read the story of Jesus calming the storm, I can’t help but think about those disciples in that boat. Remember, this was not a luxury cruise ship with shuffleboard and a breakfast buffet. They were on a small boat…it would hold maybe 8 or 10 of them. Most of them were fishermen, sure, so … More When the Winds Won’t Quit
There are lies that the world tells us. There are untruths that we hear over and over, and over again…and, we begin to believe. These false narratives disrupt our lives, harm our relationships, and do damage to our souls. But for each of these lies, there is a corresponding truth. It is a word that counters the lie…it … More Who Do You Think You Are?
I love almost everything about bonfires. I love the warmth that a bonfire gives. I love the color of the flames. I love the smell of the burning firewood. I love the crackling sound the fire makes. I love when the marshmallow blends over the chocolate in the s’more. I love the good conversations that … More Ashes
When was the last time that you were really surprised? When was the last time that you were caught by the unexpected? Was it an unannounced guest, or a visitor? Did you get a phone call you didn’t expect? Maybe you were the subject of a “surprise party.” Maybe you received good news…or perhaps bad … More The Unexpected Jesus
I have a friend named Dennis who lives with a medical condition that his doctors call “Sudden Death Syndrome.” It is a congenital, degenerative heart condition, and at any given moment, his heart could stop. You’ve heard the occasional story of the athlete whose heart just stops while he runs on the basketball court, and … More Whose You Are
“Whole Hearted” Luke 13:31-35 Pastor Todd Buegler February 20-21, 2016 Trinity Lutheran Church Grace and peace to you from God our creator, and from Jesus Christ, our Lord and savior. Amen. Back in my elementary school days, I took piano lessons. Truth be told, I wasn’t a very good piano student. Actually, I was terrible. … More Whole Hearted
“The Truth About Cats and Dogs” John 18:33-37 Pastor Todd Buegler August 22-23, 2015 Trinity Lutheran Church & the Steele County Fair Grace and peace to you from God our Creator, and from Jesus, the Son of God and King of creation! Amen. I have a theory. It’s very simple. I believe that there are … More The Truth About Cats and Dogs
Published in the Owatonna People’s Press; May 16, 2015 Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I … More We Only Have One Job
Test Driving Theology 