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Lutheranism 101 - Holy Baptism examines how Jesus establishes Baptism as the sacrament that makes us children of God and delivers the gracious gifts of God-forgiveness of sins, rescue from death and the devil, and eternal salvation- to all who believe this. Whether readers are lifelong Lutherans, or new to Lutheranism, and wondering what Holy Baptism is all about, this book is the perfect guide. Lutheranism 101 - Holy Baptism: - digs into the basics of Lutheran theology - examines the importance of Holy Baptism for the believer - explores how Holy Baptism shapes the whole life of a believer - makes connections between Holy Baptism and the whole of Lutheran doctrine and teaching.

For those who want to learn more about God and His love for us through Christ, Lutheranism 101 for Kids helps teach what Lutherans believe, teach, and confess. Especially for preconfirmation students, this book creates a solid foundation upon which a lifetime of sound teach can be built. Explore Lutheranism. - An introduction to the basics of the Bible, the catechism, and the hymnal - Make connections between what Lutherans believe and what Lutherans do.

There you are at the very edge of the diving board. Will you take that leap? Will you stand there, paralyzed by fear? Or will you turn around and crawl all the way back on your hands and knees? Every woman has a purpose in life, a God-given calling that is unique to each one. But that purpose-way out there at the far edge of comfort zones-can be scary. Women worry. Struggle. The storms of life are distracting, and the devil is always whispering insecurities. From time to time, all women have felt like sinking to the bottom of the pool. It's only because the Savior offers His guidance and strength that women can step out of their comfort zone and serve Him in whatever capacity they are called to serve. Jesus calls women to the edge of living boldly as God's daughters. He steps in, so His daughters can step out!

Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison's new edition of this seminal writing by the first president of the LCMS restores Walther's precise language on the doctrines of church and ministry. As the subtitle of the original German edition states, The Church and The Office of The Ministry is "a collection of testimonies . . . from the Confessions of the Evangelical Lutheran Church and from the private writings of orthodox teachers of the same." Professional church workers and interested lay members will find a wealth of insights from the Bible, the Confessions, ancient church fathers, Luther, the orthodox Lutheran fathers, and more on the key questions of what or who is the Church, what is and who holds the Office of the Ministry, and what are the powers and duties of each.During the 20th century, the ecumenical movement made the doctrine of the church one of the most discussed issues of its day. Today, this controversy still exists with congregations exploring the boundaries of what it means to define the church. C.F.W. Walther's classic study of The Church and The Office of The Ministry provides biblically-based answers to these questions facing congregations today.This new study edition includes:New reader-friendly updated translationFootnotes explaining terms and historySide notes highlighting texts from the Bible, Lutheran Confessions and Martin LutherMarginal references to Johann GerhardGlossary of key German and Latin termsAppendices including supporting documentsScriptural indexTopical index

God's Word is a gold mine of wisdom and knowledge about the construction of the physical universe, the mysteries of human behavior, and the those processes of God himself. But how does the Bible specifically address concerns of today's Christians? Here are more than 100 questions about day-to-day life, tough issues, spiritual concerns, and personal relations. Here also are answers that let God's voice bring information, love, and guidance from his wonderful Word. These easy-to-navigate questions lead readers straight to Scripture for God's answers.

Lutheranism 101 - The Lord's Supper examines what Scripture and the Confessions have to say about the life-giving blessing given by God to the Church: a miracle in bread and wine established by the God-man Jesus Christ-the gift of His true body to eat and His true blook to drink for the forgiveness of sins. Lutheranism 101 - The Lord's Supper - digs into the basics of Lutheran theology - examines the importance of the Lord's Supper for the believer - explores how the Lord's Supper shapes the Divine Service - makes connections between what Lutherans believe and what Lutherans do.

This book explores the intended meaning, as well as the implications and applications, of the three parables in Luke 15 (The Good Shepherd and the Lost Sheep, The Good Woman and the Lost Coin, and The Good Father and His Two Lost Sons). It reflects the author's immersion in the language, religion, and culture of the Middle East, demonstrating how meaningful the biblical text becomes when a broad background of study and analysis is permitted to illuminate the text.Western readers will gain an array of new insights from this volume and will be fascinated by the author's nuances of interpretation. The author's analysis shows how the cultural background of Arabic and Muslim theology affects the interpretation of these parables.

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The Problem of Suffering is a superb resource to share and to use with anyone suffering any form of loss. It is honest, straightforward, expressive, evocative of much reflection and insight, and linked closely to the suffering Savior. Author Gregory Schulz speaks as a Christian father, sharing the very personal, difficult struggle of dealing with years of pain, suffering, and questions. As he shares his struggle, he bares his soul with a jarring honesty seldom heard in the church. His protest is against "God's abusive actions," and it rings true to anyone who's suffering of body or spirit. Also included is an epilogue of prayers and poems written by sufferers. From the ForewordWarning: After you've read this book you'll never be the same again. You will be challenged by its intellectual depth, encouraged by its spiritual consolation, and blown away by its honesty. Like a roller-coaster, it will lift you to dizzying heights of insight, plunge you down into the deepest imaginable human pain, then lift you out again into hope.Pain and suffering come in different sizes and intensities for different people, but they come inevitably to us all. A lot of ink has been spilled over the centuries on the so-called "problem of evil," but there's not much help in that. Anyone who has personally experienced the mind-numbing and gut-wrenching impact of suffering, pain, or loss can tell you the last thing anyone needs in the midst of that mess is intellectual reflection and explanation. What you need is the honest truth. And such honesty is rarely pleasant.

This book is a perfect resource for use in congregations to enhance the relationship between pastors and elders so that they can more effectively care for the church, setting out strategies for pastors and elders to work effectively together.

So many churches, so many pastors and Christians have so little joy today. These are difficult times. With these words, author Matthew Harrison, president of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod, embarks on a quest to rediscover the joy of being a Christian--the secret of living a Good News life in a bad-news world. In A Little Book on Joy, the author takes the reader on a journey ... ... from the father's joy at the prodigal's return, to the joy of Mary's Magnificat. ... from the joy of the Holy Spirit and repentance, to the maniford joys of life together in community, marriage, and family. ... from the joy of forgiveness and perfect righteousness in Christ, to the joys of humor, worship, the sanctity of life, and the wonders of creation. ... from the joy of the Gospel mission throughout the world, the joy of everyday life and of a generous and faithful Lutheranism, to the joys in store for us in the life of the world to come. Study questions follow each chapter, making A Little Book on Joy the perfect guide for a Bible study or sermon series on the topic of Christian joy.

Natural Law: A Lutheran Reappraisal presents engaging essays from contemporary Lutheran scholars, teachers, and pastors, each offering a fresh reappraisal of natural law within the context of historic Lutheran teaching and practice. Thought-provoking questions following each essay will help readers apply key Bible texts associated with natural law to their daily lives. Why the Natural Law Is NecessaryNo contemporary thinker is interested in a wooden representation of the natural law that is tied necessarily to the particular metaphysical foundations in the Thomistic-Aristotelian synthesis. The history of natural law shows a wide variety of interpretations and applications. But they all have some elements in common. They all oppose cultural relativism, the notion that laws are mere moral conventions that vary among societies, with no transcendent ontological claim to being universally valid and binding. To the contrary; those who hold to the natural law believe that for a law to be just, it must conform to the structure of reality itself and not depend on the oscillating opinions and preferences of human beings. The law must be the same for all human beings and at all times, so that if murder is morally wrong in America, it is equally so in Asia and Africa. If torture is to be condemned as evil in Jerusalem, it must be equally so in London and Tehran. The United Nations' Declaration of Human Rights formulates rules with respect to freedom and equality that are binding on all nations and peoples, not because of any majority vote, but because of an inherent correspondence between reason and nature. That is what is meant by saying that the Law is "written on the hearts" (Romans 2:25) of all human beings.- Carl Braaten -

Religion and Resistance in Early Judaism prepares intermediate and advanced students of Greek to read and translate selections from 1 Maccabees and Josephus, with an emphasis on building knowledge of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. The book also describes the religious and cultural clash between the classical world and early Judaism. It includes:Historical context from Alexander the Great to JosephusGreek text of 1 Maccabees 1:1-4:61Selections of Greek from Josephus's life, Jewish War, and Antiquities of the JewsNotes on the grammar and syntax of each selection of Greek text, including numerous cross references to Greek and biblical literatureA comprehensive glossary of Greek terms and a select bibliographyForeword written by Dr. Paul Maier

The latest and best biography of a father of confessional Lutheranism in North America. Loehe, who never visited the United States, sent missionaries, founded seminaries, established deaconess training, studied doctrine and liturgy, and fought with church officials. Geiger sets forth Loehe's life, and the divided opinions about him, in a compelling and authoritative narrative. This first, full length biography of a key player in Lutheran history is accessible to lay audiences and appreciated by scholars.Prof. John T. Pless MDivAssistant Professor of Pastoral Ministry & MissionsConcordia Theological Seminary, Fort WayneCo-President of the International Loehe Society Those looking for a model for pastoral ministry with integrity do well to emulate Loehe. Few pastors have mobilized their congregations for mission as he.Prof. Mark Mattes, PhDProfessor of Religion and PhilosophyGrand View UniversityDes Moines, IowaThrough a splendid use of original source material the reader is immersed in the challenges and affairs confronting Loehe in his time.Prof. Craig L. Nessan, ThDAcademic Dean and Professor of Contextual TheologyWartburg Theological Seminary We have so much to learn from this visionary and yet practical pastor.John W. Kleinig, MDiv, PhDEmeritus lecturer and former head of the Biblical Department,The Australian Lutheran College, North Adelaide, South Australia

Occult practices are clearly condemned by God throughout Scripture. We must constantly guard against the sinister temptations to power and glory that Satan offers.As a topic, Satanism may easily be either sensationalized or ignored. Between these extremes is offered a realistic and biblical Christian approach to the occult and Satanism. This book clearly outlines the dangers of both from a biblical perspective and provides suggestions for a positive Christian response to these temptations.Be informed and respond. Topics include:the origins of formal satanic activitywarning signs in people under the influence of Satanwhat Scripture says about Satanhow to confidentially share your faith and guard against temptationsMost important, you will get the knowledge and insight to clearly communicate the hope that all people can live a victorious life over Satan through faith in Jesus Christ.This insightful series equips Christians with detailed information on contemporary non-Christian religious movements. Each book compares the teachings of these movements with Scripture and shows how to respond with the Gospel.

The stories in the Bible are not always nice and happy. Some are messy. Some are dangerous. And some are filled with foolish, strange, awful, and lovable people! No matter what, all Bible stories show that God loves all and is willing to sink down in the disgusting muck with everyone to set us free!