Will You Dance with Me?

Dear friends, Here, on the edge of Advent, I’m wondering about the gifts of this season. In this pandemic landscape, where such heaviness endures, what is the Spirit’s invitation? Since 2018, I’ve written daily devotions for Advent, inspired by the……

Joy: Advent Day 19

Psalm 30:11-12 You have turned my mourning into dancing; you have taken off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, so that my soul may praise you and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give thanks to……

For the Brokenhearted

This sermon was preached at Glenwood and Canoe Ridge Lutheran Churches, Decorah, Iowa on August 26, 2018. It’s based on Psalm 34:15-22. If you’d prefer to listen to it, find it at https://soundcloud.com/stacey-nalean-carlson. Psalm: Psalm 34:15-22 15The eyes of the……