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More and more WELS congregations are incorporating Christian artwork—whether in stained-glass windows, altar furnishings, architecture, or paintings—into their churches. But what does this mean in the worship of our Lord? What messages does it send? Last month we shared the meaning of the art and architecture at the new Chapel of the Christ at Martin Luther College.

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Do you consider yourself "different"? You should. As Christians we know something that sets us apart from the world. We know about our Savior and the salvation he won for us.

But being Christians—and being different—isn't always easy. Pastor Richard Lauersdorf reminds us about how we differ from the world and why it's important that we stand out and not hide because of our differences.

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With school graduations coming right around the corner, the month of May can be looked at as a time of endings . . . and beginnings. Students are excited to finish old phases and start news ones in their lives.

The graduating classes at Martin Luther College and Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary couldn't agree more.

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As Christians, we can see God’s hands directing our lives (though sometimes we do forget to look). Our cover story this month takes an even closer look at the hands of Jesus and what those hands have done to bring us salvation and peace.

Sometimes we question the direction that God takes. Why does God allow certain events to happen around the world or even in our lives?

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Love is a word that is thrown around almost cavalierly. You probably heard it hundreds of times last month when the United States celebrated its national holiday, Valentine’s Day. But what does love really mean? And how far will people really go today in the name of love?

Pastor John Vieths tells us about one man who went all the way to the grave to show his love for us and for all people.