Recent content by AnneFaye

I think you nailed it. I also think, as another Lutheran helpfully explained, they don't focus so much on "devotions" and thematic things. I think that might be one of my problems, with the larger problem being what you refer to in your post, which I appreciate so much. My pastor is wonderful...

You know, maybe I should take a break from my devotionals and thematic studies - that could be the major problem here. I do read the Bible daily, BUT it's typically verses FROM my devotions and thematic studies. I think you're onto something. :) Definitely taking your advice, thank you so...

While I really do sincerely appreciate your kind response, there's a reason I'm posting specifically in the Lutheran forum, and even more specifically in the LCMS one. Blessings to you and yours.

I know this is something I should have grasped by now. I love Jesus. I’ve been a Christian and Lutheran my whole life. I always will be. I have read about this topic before and have gone my whole life without it bothering me - but I’m struggling lately and really need help. Every morning (for...

Thank you, what a beautiful way to put it, and it eases my mind. Hope you have a blessed Thanksgiving! :)

Thank you! :)

ETA: found it, whoops now I don't know how to delete this thread ha ha ha. You'd think I'd never been in a forum before lol. I'm looking for a couple of specific topics, but can't find a way to search to see if they've been discussed already. Thanks in advance for any help. :)

Years ago when I was hospitalized, the pastor of the church (LCMS) I was a member of at that time brought communion to me there (he had a little "kit"). Recently, and for the unforeseen future, I am housebound due to illness. I desperately want to have the Lord's Supper, is this something I can...

No, and I had to Google it ha ha :laughing:

Thank you very much for the info! I have several specifically study-oriented Bible versions - I enjoy reading all of them to contrast/compare the commentary and historical info included. My favorite just happens to be ESV LSB, but I'm always always open to more. :)

I have the Orthodox Study Bible as well and I found the exact opposite, that the LSB had twice the commentary! Clearly it's not that I'm right/you're wrong or vice versa - just interesting how two people can interpret things so dramatically differently. :)

WAIT WHAT?! :openmouth: I just Googled it, and I wish I could go back in time to that innocent place in my mind where I didn't know it was a real thing. :anguished: We are truly living in an era where Poe's Law reigns. SMH.

I love the "treasure map" analogy, what a beautiful way to describe it. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and advice, much appreciated. :)

"Queen James Bible" - that cracked me up, love it lol :)

I don't always trust my own instincts, and I try to go to scripture always to confirm if what I'm feeling is just me talking in my head lol. Failing that, I turn to other Christians to get their POV to get ideas I might not have considered. So thank you for the encouragement! :)