Category Archives: Giants of the Faith

Quotes and writings of the past

The Guise of Purity

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Ron Amundson

@khad wrote the other day, “The guise of purity is a good mask for corruption. Perhaps mostly because it discourages inquiry.” I’m thinking how true this is… moral high roads present near impenetrable barriers , few if any question them, … Continue reading →

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Sanitizing the Wise Men

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Ron Amundson

I’ve been thinking about Epiphany and the wise men for a bit. Its interesting how a so called sanitized view of those fellows seems to pervade much of Christian society. Many folks hold them out to be Kings, and I … Continue reading →

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Ramblings on St Stephen

Posted on December 28, 2010 by Ron Amundson

Some random thoughts on St Stepen, bearing in mind either the 26th(West) or 27th(East) was St Stephen’s day. The social gospel, with the power of the Gospel… The social gospel should not be just the doing of good deeds. More … Continue reading →

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An anti safe approach to the future!

Posted on March 12, 2009 by Ron Amundson

I came across this blog entry tonight, and was blown away. This fellow observes great opportunties ahead, and I think he is right on the mark. This is the time to step up to the plate, and throughout his post … Continue reading →

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Lutheran history, something way cool from UV Koren

Posted on February 27, 2009 by Ron Amundson

Back when I taught Sunday school at Washington Prairie Lutheran Church years ago, more than a few times I marveled at the guys of old. Sometimes I’d arrive early, or if we had youth activities and I had spare time … Continue reading →

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Prayers for Alan Henley

Posted on October 11, 2008 by Ron Amundson

Alan Henley, a truely master airman was injured while playing with his kids a few months back, and while now at home, very much needs prayers as well as his family. You can read more at his caring bridge web … Continue reading →

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Roger on the Lion, I’ll have a bear or two to go

Posted on September 7, 2008 by Ron Amundson

Difficulties, dangers, disease, death, or divisions don’t deter any but Chocolate Soldiers from executing God’s Will. When someone says there is a lion in the way, the real Christian promptly replies, “That’s hardly enough inducement for me; I want a … Continue reading →

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A cool quotes from Anders Nygren on unity

Posted on August 13, 2007 by Ron Amundson

Of unity in general:…..”The Gospel is so exceedingly rich that no section of Christendom can claim a full and exhaustive grasp of its richness. One church has grasped more of it, another less. One has penetrated to the central things, … Continue reading →

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A cool quote from Martin Luther (commentary on Gal 5:11)

Posted on July 2, 2007 by Ron Amundson

So do not be surprised or offended when hell breaks loose. Look upon it as a happy indication that all is well with the Gospel of the Cross. God forbid that the offense of the Cross should ever be removed. … Continue reading →

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