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"When reading the Bible, it can be overwhelming to sort through all the details, such as unfamiliar names, places, and words. Ten Questions to Ask Every Time You Read the Bible provides a simple set of questions that will take readers through a biblical account, teaching them to analyze unfamiliar stories, discern Law and Gospel, and understand God's plan of salvation. Each of the 10 questions is expounded upon in its own chapter. Each chapter unpacks why each question is important and what it can teach us, and then puts that question to a particular biblical text or two in order to demonstrate the question's usefulness. The book concludes with some practice example texts for readers to practice"--

"Who is Jesus? What did Jesus do? Where is Jesus present? When is Jesus coming back? Why did Jesus do all of this? These are the main questions of Christianity and Lutheranism, because Jesus is the center and heart of our faith. But Lutherans speak about Jesus Christ in a distinct way. This book answers those questions, addressing Christ's real presence, substitutionary atonement, and the ever-present Christocentricity found in Luther's Small Catechism and throughout the Lutheran Confessions. The divine person and saving work of Jesus drive every sentence of this book, giving readers (college age and up) answers to questions about Christ's person, work, and presence in their lives"--

Daily prayer is encouraged, but hardly ever completed in today's bustling culture. God wants to be in daily conversation with us all. The Daily Office encourages deep, daily prayer habits throughout the entire Church Year. This book is not for quickly daily prayers, but rather for those who want to take time each morning and night to sit with their Savior.The Daily Office is meant for Christians who wish to follow a disciplined order of daily prayers that incorporates some of the traditions usually found in a breviary. This book includes: MatinsVespersPsalms and ScriptureAncient canticles and hymnsTraditional liturgical arrangementAppendix

Jesus doesn't always tell you what you want to hear. But He always tells you what you need to hear, and even the hard words are a gift given to you in love.In Jesus Said What?, author Christopher Kennedy tackles some of Jesus' words that people may struggle to understand. It may seem easier to avoid some of Jesus' tough sayings, but instead of shying away from these passages, Kennedy urges readers to look to Scripture to understand Scripture.As the Ten Commandments are connected with the words of Jesus, Kennedy demonstrates the Law, but reminds Christians to stay firmly focused on the forgiveness and grace that comes through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He brings clarity to fifteen of Jesus' most difficult teachings, on topics such as money, family relationships, and consequences for sin. Each chapter explores one teaching of Jesus by looking at His full treatment of the topic, parallel passages throughout the Bible, and the biblical context to help readers come to a faithful and faith-enriching understanding of Jesus' words.

"Using Scripture and historical writings, Christa Petzold outlines basic doctrines to help readers see the Church through Jesus' eyes and take comfort in His gift of the Church"--

15 lecciones para instruir a nuevos miembros en la Iglesia Luterana. Ideal también para cursos de confirmación. Sólo disponible en español.15 lessons for the instruction of new members in the Lutheran Church. It is also ideal for confirmation. Only available in Spanish.

Volume 3 of 3. This is a collection of 12 doctrinal essays covering topics includingLutheran schools in the American educational systemYouthLast thingsDivine adoptionDoctrine of angelsChrist in ColossiansDoctrine of the ChurchStructure and function of the Christian churchMeans of graceLord's SupperProper use of CommunionPractice of Communion

Volume 1 of 3. The 27 essays presented in this book embody clear, convincing expositions of the principal doctrines of the Bible. This volume discusses topics such asCreationPerson of ChristPerson of the Holy Ghost, ScriptureUse of God's WordLaw and GospelThe commandmentsForgivenessConversionFaithCertainty of salvationPrayerVisible churchUniversal priesthoodOffice of the keysThe callPastorAuthority in the churchMission work in the apostolic age and its lessons for todayChristian stewardshipCivil governmentPredestinationEschatologyEternal life

These are only a few of the women mentioned in God's Word. In it's pages we learn of their weaknesses and their strengths, their trials and their triumphs. Above all, we see God in His abundant grace forgiving, sustaining, and inspiring His beloved daughters for service in His name.In this four-session, small-group Bible study series, participants will look at the lives of only the most familiar women in God's Word. From Eve, the first woman, to those women who helped Jesus' apostles, participants will see God's grace in action as He calls and leads these women in their daily lives. Through their God-given faith and their faith-filled deeds, you will be inspired by these great women of the Bible.Session 1: Jochebed and MiriamSession 2: DeborahSession 3: RuthSession 4: Hannah

Concordia Hebrew Reader: Ruth featuresThe Hebrew text from Biblia Hebraica StuttgartensiaA literal translation that indicates Hebrew line breaksReferences to more than 20 advance reference tools Nearly 100 exegetical studiesA full works cited list

A 26-lesson study guide on Luther's Small Catechism. Sections cover the Law and Gospel, Apostles's Creed, the Lord¿s Prayer, the sacraments, Martin Luther, The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod and more. Lessons provide hymns, prayers, proof texts and a review.

In short, concise chapters, author Richard Eyer guides readers through the process of making ethical decisions from a Law/Gospel perspective. Eyer's easy-to-read style helps readers focus on the issues that confront people in this modern, high-tech age, including reproductive technology and end-of-life issues. In the course of the discussion, Eyer presents biblical and Gospel insights into living as God's holy people, redeemed in Christ.

This one-year curriculum follows the 1991 edition of Luther's Small Catechism with Explanation and can be augmented with the junior high minicourse, Charting the Course.The Teacher Guide provides easy-to teach lessons and reproducible test questions with answers. 40 sessions.

When asked to offer a prayer in public many Christians find themselves at a loss for words, fearful of what to say and how to say it. This helpful guide will help Christian feel confident in such situations and encourages them to organize their prayers around the letters PRAY: praise, remember, ask and yield.

Ewald Plass, long time professor at a Lutheran college, devoted his life to introducing laypeople and clergy alike to Martin Luther, a man's whose writings he thoroughly studied and read, in the original language. His great work, What Luther Says remains in print to this day as the most outstanding and thorough collection of the wit and wisdom of Martin Luther. This volume offers a storehouse of information about Luther, about those with whom he worked and struggled during the tumultuous years of the Reformation. In this popularly, though quite thorough book, Plass presents Luther's attitudes on many aspects of life, while demonstrating Luther's one overriding passion that animated everything he did: the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Let Ewald Plass introduce you to Martin Luther.

Dr. John Klotz, Ph.D. in Biology, was a noted Lutheran pastor, theologian and student of the sciences. Dr. Klotz was one of the first Lutheran pastors in the Missouri Synod to obtain an advanced degree in the sciences precisely for the sake of being able to engage in intelligent conversation and analysis of the modern sciences, informed by a profound commitment to God's Word and the Lutheran Confessions. He earned his Ph.D. in Genetics and pursued additional post-doctoral studies in the sciences. He was a life-long time instructor and professor at Lutheran universities and seminaries. His particular specialties and fields of interest included: biology, zoology, botany, biophysics, bioethics, and ecology. He was a staunch defender of orthodox Lutheranism's view of the sciences and issues concerning the Biblical text during a tumultuous time in the history of the Missouri Synod. The point of this view of this book is to challenge the common thinking among many scientists that the evidence supports Darwin's theories about the origins of life. Though an older work, it is is all the more remarkable that long after Dr. Klotz wrote this book there would be so many developments that have proven challenging to the even the most fundamental assumptions of Darwinism.

Mormonism is one of the most misunderstood and misinterpreted religions on the planet. As Christians, we tend to pass harsher judgement on this group of people primarily because Mormons consider themselves to be Christian. Pastors, teachers, and even those who simply have Mormon friends will find this book helpful in their quest to witness to Mormons more effectively. By understanding the biblical distortions that Mormonism places in the minds of its followers, we can all be more effective soldiers of God.

This book is written for the lay reader, offering a view of Luther from the perspective of both Lutherans and non-Lutherans.

The Doctrine of Faith is invaluable for understanding the theological dimension of today's ecumenical dialogues. Beck takes you back to the sixteenth century for painstaking and incisive exegesis of the doctrine of justification by grace through faith for Christ's sake. His careful analysis is based on the historical source documents and Melanchthon's finished confession itself. He compares the Augsburg Confession to modern ecumenical dialogs.

A collection of Walther's letters to various persons, from church officials to loved ones and hurting Christians seeking his pastoral wisdom. The personal warmth, depth and profound Lutheran spirituality of Dr. Walther comes through clearly in these letters. The letters in this volume deal with unity and fellowship, a congregation's relationship to the Synod, about the church in conflict, about the Pastoral Office, about problems in congregational life, about membership in secret-societies and lodges, and letters of personal sorry and joy.

David Ludwig offers a new and hopeful perspective on conflict and family relations. He illustrates how different styles of communication between husband and wife, parent and child, affect the spirit of a the family. This book helps you understand how differences among family members can be a positive source for growth and understanding your own family better.

Charges of forgery, heresy, legalism, and immorality turn on the question of whether Martin Luther taught a third use of the Law for the Christian life. For the past sixty years, well-meaning scholars believed they settled the question-with dire consequences.Friends of the Law sets forth a completely new body of evidence that shows how little Luther's teaching was understood. This new book looks at the doctrine of the Law and invites a new consensus that could change the way Christians view the Reformation and even their daily walk with God.Containsdata tablestranslations of passages not available in Englishappendicesbibliography on Law and Gospel

This book is a historical study of Africian American Christians who choose to stay within white denominations. Four key objectives are covered, first to propose an alternative framework for the study of black Lutheranism, second this book will trace the development of black Lutheranism beginning with the middle of the 17th century, third it examine the development of black Lutheranism in the larger social context in which it occurred, and finally identifies the strategies Lutherans have used in working with black people.

This unique volume offers a handbook for busy pastor, student or interested layperson to better understand the use of Christian art and the history of its use in Lutheranism since the time of the Reformation. The author states in the introduction to the book: "The Lutheran Church was never an enemy of the art, neither the fine arts nor industrialized arts. . . . The Lutheran Church, to confess its faith did not hesitate to enlist the aid of pure and beautiful art forms, not only in the harmonies of poetry and music, but also in archictecture, sculpture, painting, bronze work, wood-carving, and embroidery." This book concerns itself chiefly with church architecture, but necessarily also discusses the place of the fine arts in the construction and use of spaces consecrated to the worship of the One True God: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, where God's people are gathered to receive His gifts of grace and mercy through His Holy Word and the Blessed Sacrament of the Altar.

Though perhaps the most common practice of all those who claim to be religious, prayer is often misunderstood, used incorrectly, or avoided for fear of doing it wrong, or unbelief that praying has any purpose or result. This little book walks through the reader through an examination of common beliefs about prayer, what the Bible teaches us about prayer, and how we can, and should, pray in a manner that is faithful to God's Word and based on God's Word and promises associated with prayer.

Day by day, minute by minute, those who are struggling with the hurt of divorce need help grasping the reality of a healing God who is still in their lives, still for them. Constant emotional, physical, and mental struggles are a daily occurrence. This book points those in need of comfort, support and encouragement to the source of light and hope in any situation....the Lord Himself.

(11 sessions) Behind the historical details and the epic battles recorded in the Book of Joshua lies a covenant of grace, God's promise that He made with Abraham and his descendents forever. Although covering a time span of only about thirty years, the Book of Joshua points forward in time to another Joshua-Jesus of Nazareth-who's coming is significant forever. In both rite and event, Joshua both anticipates the fulfillment of Abraham's promise in Christ. In this study you will learn:¿the importance of the land promised to Abraham and its connection to and fulfillment in the coming Messiah;¿the seriousness of sin as exemplified by the destruction of the great city of Jericho and of the inhabitants of Canaan;¿the sweetness of God's grace as shown to those finding sanctuary in the cities of refuge and especially to Rahab and her family.