Tag guilt

Give Up Guilt for Lent

Have you given up something for Lent? Pastor John Petersen suggests that perhaps you should give up Guilt for Lent. Put your guilt on Jesus, he has taken your sins to the cross in your place.

The Domino Effect

Are you familiar with the domino effect? The devil likes to topple our lives, but God also set things in motion, a cascade of events to save you!

Losing Your House

Do you have debt? A mortgage? Loans? What about spiritual debt? Do you worry about paying your debt to God? God has charged your debt to Jesus.

“I Forgive You”

When someone says "I'm sorry," how do you respond? Do you say "That's okay. Don't worry about" or do you say "I forgive you"? It's reassuring to hear forgiveness, even for minor things. How great is it though to be forgiven by God?

A Light Burden

Jesus provides rest for our soul, freedom from guilt, and peace in the knowledge that our sins have been forgiven. Join us for a few minutes of rest today.

Do Christians Ever Wish for Death?

If you've ever struggled with depression, know this: God loves you. God has a plan for you. God loved you so much he traded his only Son for your redemption. If you're struggling with suicidal thoughts, talk to your pastor right away. ELS pastors are trained in biblical counseling and can help you navigate finding psychological and medical treatment.

Ash Wednesday

What's up with ashes on foreheads? Today is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the Lent and Pastor Tim Hartwig tells us what Lent is all about.