Helping After the Storm – Hurricane Helene

On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene hit the west coast of Florida and traveled inland the days following, finally dissipating on September 29. Helene left a wide path of destruction across the Southeast, impacting the lives of millions of people. …

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Lessons in Suffering

By Jenna Smith It is a natural human reaction to dodge suffering. We all procrastinate homework, swerve around potholes, and take painkillers to keep from feeling pain and discomfort. This was my experience when I was 15 and my parents …

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Becoming a Mother: Three Lessons on Love

Nadia Hartwig Ever since I can remember, my dream has been to be a mom. Simultaneously, my whole life, I have believed in the sanctity of life. Naturally, these two aspects of my identity have overlapped and informed one another. …

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The Importance of Lutheran Teachers

By Elizabeth Crawford The role of a classroom teacher is anything but simple. For the youngest students, teachers are expected to teach children not only how to read, write, add and subtract, but they also teach children about kindness, sharing, …

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Do You Hear What I Hear?

By Emma VanTol Music. It’s been widely enjoyed throughout time and used in a variety of ways: cultural expression, entertainment, praise and worship, and so much more. In Biblical times, the Psalms served as the Israelites’ hymnal. David and other …

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Bulldogs for Life End of Year Recap

By Emma VanTol God provided so many blessings to Concordia University – Nebraska’s Y4Life Team this past year. Bulldogs for Life was active, providing support and education on our campus and in the community. As you read, note how God …

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Eternal Destiny

by Michelle Bauman, Director of Y4Life I’ve been doing lots of cleaning lately—lots of sorting and throwing and giving away. And though it’s exciting to be productive, this purging is made more impactful because it’s a reminder of God’s promises, promises …

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