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The Formula of Concord discusses and settles various theological controversies that arose during the Reformation. It provided unity and concord on the solid base of Holy Scripture. This edition includes the editor's introductions, notes, and woodcuts found in Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, Second Edition.

This Apologetics course helps students grasp the timeless truth of God's Word in relationship to opposing worldviews and religions. Lessons encourage connections between students and their parents, pastor, and church family to help them embrace their lifelong identity as children of God. Additional digital resources give busy families on-the-go opportunities to review confirmation lessons together. And because confirmation instruction can be approached in different ways, the entire series is adaptable for your congregation's unique needs with materials available for a one- to four-year program. Use the Apologetics course as part of your confirmation instruction or as a post-confirmation youth study.

For use with the comprehensive Bible overview, Concordia's Bible History and its accompanying student workbook, this teacher book includes answers to the student workbook questions, reproducible tests, and answers for each unit's discussion questions.

Lutheran Service Book has been foundational to LCMS worship for years, and now, for the first time in history, this hymnal gets an in-depth companion volume. Twelve authors have come together to create Companion to the Services to give you a deeper understand to the services and other parts of Lutheran Service Book. This comprehensive book will cover various topics, including theology of worship, Psalmody, Divine Service, Baptism, Creeds, music in the liturgy, and more. This groundbreaking work is essential for church musicians, pastors, and all who wish to know more about the beloved work in the pages of Lutheran Service Book.

An easy-to-use resource for teaching the faith in a simple way. Colorful icons and illustrations guide children through each tenet of faith as encouraged in Luther's Small Catechism. Older elementary-aged students will be able to read and study concepts from the 2017 Explanation of the catechism in developmentally appropriate terms and in a way they understand.

Whether students are well-versed or new to God's Word, the Bible Overview course in CPH's Confirmation Instruction Series helps them understand the truth of God's Word in the context of His great plan of salvation. Lessons encourage connections between students and their parents, pastor, and church family to help them embrace their lifelong identity as children of God. Additional digital resources give busy families on-the-go opportunities to review confirmation lessons together. And because confirmation instruction can be approached in different ways, the entire series is adaptable for your congregation's unique needs with materials available for a one- to four-year program.

Martin Luther wrote the catechism as a teaching tool of Christian doctrine and faith and families. It is a powerful tool for the Christian life because of it's own brief, clear summary of God's Word on the essentials of the Christian faith. Students of Lutheran theology look to the Luther's Small catechism for a concise presentation of the Six Chief Parts of Christian Doctrine written by Luther, and an explanation of Luther's Small Catechism for further clarification and study. The new narrative and reflective elements of the explanation section will appeal to those who want to learn more about Lutheran doctrine. The Sprial bound Edition includes the same written content of the 2017 edition. The Spiral Bound Edition lays flat when open, allowing it to remain open to a desired page, and includes margins wide enough to make note-taking easy.

This children's picture book is a collection of biblical accounts that will guide readers from the angels' surprising announcement to Zechariah to the long journey of the Wise Men to worship Jesus. The easy-to-read text is drawn directly from the Bible and accompanied by beautiful realistic illustrations to visually capture the reader.

"Learning about sex for the Christian family."

This expansive resource provides the pastor with a wealth of materials in his work of caring for souls in times of sickness and distress. Includes resources for more than 60 topics, divided under eight categories:¿ At the time of birth¿ Ministering to the sick¿ At the time of death¿ Times of spiritual distress¿ Home and family¿ Vocation¿ Times of celebration¿ Miscellaneous situationsFor each topic, resources include: brief theological commentary to guide the pastor, psalm verses, Bible readings, additional psalm and reading suggestions, prayers, hymn stanzas, and other hymn suggestions.Also includes 18 services and rites from the LSB Agenda, collects of the day and readings, other prayers, selected hymns and liturgical texts in German and Spanish, preparation for confession, guidelines for pastoral examination of catechumens, and extensive indexes.

This Bible story collection of 130 stories will be a treasured resource. The realistic art brings each story to life while features such as discussion questions, life application suggestions, and highlighted site words ensure that each story engages children from ages 3-8.

"This is an expanded version of The Lutheran Confessions written by John Theodore Mueller in 1953. It provides brief introductions to each of the Lutheran Confessions, addressing what they are, why they were and are still needed, and how they express God's divine truths. The original text will be supplemented with new content pulled from various resources, such as Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, Luther's Works, and Gerhard's Theological Commonplaces. The booklet will include various quotes from the Confessions and Church Fathers, along with additional information on the historical context. The following texts are discussed: the Apostles' Creed, the Nicene Creed, the Athanasian Creed, Luther's Small Catechism, Luther's Large Catechism, the Augsburg Confession, the Apology of the Augsburg Confession, the Smalcald Articles, and the Formula of Concord"--

As youth look for answers in their lives, point them to this encouraging, informative devotional. Students learn from their peers in 50 relatable devotions that share how the writers flourished in God's care. Youth can take five to dive into short devotions that revive their walk with God and encourage them to keep their faith thriving.

This elegant resource offers more than 600 hymns that span the centuries and the continents. It includes hundreds of familiar hymns and nearly 200 fresh expressions of the Gospel. Lutheran Service Book presents a significant body of resources that faithfully proclaim our forgiveness and life in Christ.

- Compact size goes anywhere- Affordable price puts resource in the price range of many- Prayers and Scripture passages arranged by topic- Follows a daily prayer format- Created without dates for perpetual use- Prayers from the Daily Office- Psalms- Hymns and canticles- Scripture readings- A brief summary of the Christian faith from Luther's Small Catechism

Lutheran Book of Prayer has assured and guided generations of Christians in their personal prayer life. This fifth edition speaks to the unique needs of contemporary Christians, and strengthens and informs readers as they go to God in prayer. Personal prayers are included for almost any life circumstance, including for morning and evening, worship, our world, our neighbors, ourselves, and the sick.Additional features:Topical index for prayersSelected psalmsNicene and Athanasian Creeds

Grow each day through this timeless collection of heartfelt requests and the Lord's faithful answers presented in one-page, easy-to-use devotions. The Lord Will Answer: A Daily Prayer Catechism includes:Questions about faith, life, and eternal lifeAnswers drawn from God's Holy WordPrayers of the Bible Prayers and meditations from great Christian teachersThe devotions are arranged by the seasons of the Christian calendar and Luther's Small Catechism with Explanation, classic models of devotion. The prayers and topics are carefully indexed so that you can find just the right words for your prayers and the answers you need.

Teen authors speak directly to teens about pressures in life.