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Confessing Our Faith in the World
The Voice of Zion November 2025 - Home & Family Articles -- Luther wrote, “Faith is a living, daring confidence in God’s grace, so sure and certain that a man could stake his life on it a thousand times.” Such faith cannot remain hidden – it naturally confesses, whether by word, deed, or quiet steadfastness in everyday life. In a world that often misunderstands or rejects faith, believers may feel hesitant to speak openly about what they believe. Yet Jesus promises, “Whosoe
Oct 31, 20258 min read
November 2025 Update
Arvin Pirness | The Voice of Zion November 2025 - News & Notes Article -- As families across the United States gather for Thanksgiving, we do so mindful of the season that soon follows – Advent and Christmas. These weeks invite us first to thank God for the priceless gift of faith, and then for the daily provisions which He provides us. In this gratitude, the the hearts of God’s children are prepared for the celebration of our Savior’s birth. It is my hope and prayer that o
Oct 31, 20253 min read
God’s Children’s Transgressions Are Forgiven
Kolet Simonson | The Shepherd’s Voice October/November 2025 - Home and Family Article – Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. – Ps. 32:1 Some of the words in this Bible verse are words that we know, while others might be ones that we haven’t heard before. Let’s take a look at the words. Blessed is a word we may hear at services. In simple words, to be blessed is to be fortunate or lucky. We could say we are blessed or lucky to have ou
Oct 14, 20252 min read
October 2025 Update
Arvin Pirness | The Voice of Zion October 2025 - News & Notes Article -- In October, the focus at the LLC office turns to planning. We...
Oct 1, 20253 min read
God’s Love and Grace: A Steady Help in Mental Struggles
Tommi Kinnunen | The Voice of Zion October 2025 - Round the Table Article -- Struggling with mental health – such as depression – can...
Oct 1, 20253 min read
Suspicion and Trust
The Voice of Zion October 2025 - Editorial -- On the wilderness journey, God’s people had daily reminders of His care: manna in the...
Oct 1, 20253 min read
Your Social Media Presence Matters
The Voice of Zion October 2025 - Home & Family Articles -- We live in a world where social media has become part of daily life. Like...
Oct 1, 202510 min read
Confirmation Camp in Ghana Celebrated the Gift of Faith
Pekka Kainua | The Voice of Zion October 2025 - Mission Work Field Notes Article -- A confirmation camp was held in Accra, Ghana, August...
Oct 1, 20256 min read
No One Walks Alone
The Voice of Zion September 2025 - Home & Family Articles -- In God’s kingdom, none of us walks alone. Each believer faces seasons of...
Aug 31, 20259 min read
What Can We Choose?
The Voice of Zion September 2025 - Editorial -- We live in a culture that prizes control. We’re told we can design the life we want,...
Aug 31, 20253 min read
What Does the Lord Require?
Jim Frantti | The Voice of Zion September 2025 - The Sabbath Word 2 Article -- Wherewith shall I come before the Lord, and bow myself...
Aug 31, 20253 min read
Believers and Entrepreneurs
Eric Jurmu | The Voice of Zion September 2025 - Round the Table Article -- An entrepreneur organizes and runs a business, taking on...
Aug 31, 20253 min read
September 2025 Update
Arvin Pirness | The Voice of Zion September 2025 - News & Notes Article -- September often carries with it memories of change. Where I...
Aug 31, 20254 min read
Courtship is for Marriage
Aaron Anderson | 2025 LLC Summer Services – Youth Presentation The Meaning of Love What comes to your mind when you hear the word “love?”...
Aug 25, 202515 min read
At Home in the Family of God
Petri Hotari | 2025 LLC Summer Services – Congregation Evening Sparrow Hath Found an House Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, and the...
Aug 25, 202521 min read
How Should We View Others?
Larissa Wuollet | The Shepherd’s Voice August/September 2025 - Home and Family Article – Psalm 1 says, “Blessed is the one who does...
Aug 14, 20252 min read
Jesus’ Kingdom Is Not of This World
Kathy Waaraniemi | The Voice of Zion August 2025 - LLC Summer Services Article -- Opening Service It had been many years since my husband...
Aug 1, 20252 min read
In the Potter’s Hand
Derek Mattila | The Voice of Zion August 2025 - The Sabbath Word 2 Article -- The word which came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying,...
Aug 1, 20254 min read
A Future Already Known
The Voice of Zion August 2025 - Editorial -- The world of work and opportunity has changed. Some industries have shifted dramatically,...
Aug 1, 20253 min read
Caring for My Mother
Karen Young | The Voice of Zion August 2025 - Home & Family Article -- Like boughs that bear abundance when firmly on the tree, as people...
Aug 1, 202510 min read
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