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The Lutheran doctrine of the real presence expounds how God interacts with us substantially today and how the salvation won by Christ on the cross is distributed to us in Word and Sacrament and received by faith. Explore the doctrine of the Sacrament through copious citations from the earliest church fathers, Aquinas, and the Scholastics; Luther and Melanchthon; and Brenz, Andreae, Chemnitz, and Laurentius Petri of Sweden.Hardt's detailed analysis reveals the rich nuances of Luther's sacramental theology, which is rooted in Scripture, and encourages renewed appreciation for The Venerable and Adorable Eucharist.

God's Old Testament people is designed for ninth grade students. It can be used for grades ten, eleven and twelve. The course provides a chronological overview of the Old Testament. It contains a strong emphasis on God's covenant people, and their responses to His convenant. 13 units. 90 sessions.

This quarter course in the High School Bible Curriculum series helps students develop trust in Christ as Lord and Savior through a detailed study of John's Gospel. Teaching plans for 45 sessions. Accompanying component - Student book - #22-2257. More about the Christian High School Bible Curriculum series: These fresh, compelling Bible studies offer a complete curriculum for high school religion class or high school youth Bible study. The curriculum covers four years and includes Bible history and life-related applications of basic Bible doctirnes. The curriculum includes one semester course and two quarter courses for each grade. The courses do not need to be complete in straight 45 or 90 sessions. The materials can be broken into smaller 5- or 10-session courses for church youth group or Bible study settings.

God's Word for Today: Ecclesiastes Each study in the God's Word for Today series provides an in-depth exploration of a book of the Bible. Each session includes: background information on the book of the Bible, its author, audience, occasion, and purpose; learning experiences that promote exciting and challenging discussions; notes for leaders that answer questions, suggest a learning process, and provide additional information; discussion starters that help participants apply God's Word to their daily lives. (6 sessions) A wealth of divine wisdom for daily living is available in Ecclesiastes. In this Old Testament book we can discover how the truths of King Solomon can lead us into a deeper study of all the Bible. We can learn what God, though Solomon, teaches us about: viewing and living life in a sinful world; dealing with the good and the bad in life; worship and wisdom; God's abundant grace and mercy demonstrated iin the person and life of Jesus; enjoying our earthly life and using the gifts God has given in His glory.

God's Word for Today: Proverbs (10 sessions) Each study in the God's Word for Today series provides an in-depth exploration of a book of the Bible. Each session includes: background information on the book of the Bible, its author, audience, occasion, and purpose; learning experiences that promote exciting and challenging discussions; notes for leaders that answer questions, suggest a learning process, and provide additional information; discussion starters that help participants apply God's Word to their daily lives. The wisdom of the Lord underlies and supports the universe. Wisdom is more precious than any worldly wealth, and God wants to give it to all. Through faith strengthened by the Holy Spirit working through His Word God provides wisdom.

God's Plan Unfolds is designed for 10th grade students and provides a chronological overview of the New Testament and of early church history. This course contains a strong emphasis on the unfolding of God's promise of salvation in the birth, death, and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ, and His work through the people of the early Christian church in spreading the Gospel to others. The first half of the course looks at the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ as recorded in the four gospels. The second half presents the history of the church from Acts through the fourth century. In addition to the Teacher Guide, the instructor should have a copy of the Student Guide and a Bible. The course generally quotes the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible. The course contains 90 lessons organized in 10 units: Unit 1: Great ExpectationsUnit 2: Jesus, the MinisterUnit 3: Jesus, Our TeacherUnit 4: Jesus, Our HopeUnit 5: The Church BeginsUnit 6: God's Servant PaulUnit 7: The Development of Holy ScriptureUnit 8: Overview of the Epistles and RevelationUnit 9: The Church Until About 400Unit 10: The Church Responds to Heresies The course may be taught (with adaptations) in grades 9, 11, or 12.

Each study in the God's Word for Today series provides an in-depth exploration of a book of the Bible. Each session includes: background information on the book of the Bible, its author, audience, occasion, and purpose;learning experiences that promote exciting and challenging discussions;notes for leaders that answer questions, suggest a learning process, and provide additional information;discussion starters that help participants apply God's Word to their daily lives.(13 sessions) By inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the apostle Peter writes His first epistle to those concerned about living their Christian faith in a sometimes unreceptive and even hostile environment. Peter's words of hope are just as timely today as they were for the believers of the first century who first received them.Leaders guide is included.

Each study in the God's Word for Today series provides an in-depth exploration of a book of the Bible. Each session includes: background information on the book of the Bible, its author, audience, occasion, and purpose;learning experiences that promote exciting and challenging discussions;notes for leaders that answer questions, suggest a learning process, and provide additional information;discussion starters that help participants apply God's Word to their daily lives.(6 sessions) In this epistle, Paul characterizes the Christian life in this way: joy no matter what the circumstances; an eagerness to suffer for Christ; humility that follows Christ in putting others first; trust in Christ alone for righteousness.

Written in 1930, A Christian Pedagogy by Edward W. A. Koehler has influenced generations of Lutheran teachers in the United States. Educators teaching today can benefit from this book's timeless truths about education and artifacts of the Lutheran education heritage.

A translation of Walther's famous treatise on church and ministry, Die Stimme unserer Kirche in der Frage von Kirche und Amt (3rd edition) explains the theological foundation for the congregation and pastoral office. Walther offers 9 theses on the church and 10 theses on the Ministry, supported from Scripture, the church's confessions, and patristic and confessional writers.

The American Library Association awarded this book its annual award in the area of "Outstanding Religious Books" for its lucid presentation and engagement with the fundamental tenets of Darwinism. Dr. John Klotz was a well-known biologist who was passionate about helping the Church engage intelligently with the theories of evolution. Dr. Klotz sets forth the case against the theory that higher organisms developed from lower organisms, instead arguing for the view that while there is change, it is finite and takes place in a fixed and closed system.

This quarter course in the High School Bible Curriculum series helps youth develop godly attitudes about their sexuality, dating relationships, marriage and family life. Teaching plans for 45 sessions. Accompanying component - Student book - #22-2322. More about the Christian High School Bible Curriculum series: These fresh, compelling Bible studies offer a complete curriculum for high school religion class or high school youth Bible study. The curriculum covers four years and includes Bible history and life-related applications of basic Bible doctirnes. The curriculum includes one semester course and two quarter courses for each grade. The courses do not need to be complete in straight 45 or 90 sessions. The materials can be broken into smaller 5- or 10-session courses for church youth group or Bible study settings.

A clear, concise commentary on Romans by Melanchthon and translated into English. Written during the confessional struggles of the Reformation, the book focuses on Roman's Gospel content and comfort.

Do you dread Sunday mornings?Have you felt like no one understands?Are you tired of "being on display"?Take heart and celebrate your unique calling as a woman in ministry. Whether as a full-time church worker or married to one, Grace Notes meets you where you're at with God's own words of support and encouragement. These short meditations cover topics important to you: life in a fishbowl, personal successes, moving, time management, and marriage and family.And every meditation concludes with a practical tip to put into practice immediately!

Choices, Choices, Choices: Managing My Life is designed for twelfth grade students, but can be used in grades nine, ten, or eleven. The text leads students to consider many of the issues that confront young adult Christians in today's world. By exploring God's Word in the context of these issues, students are led to bring their problems and concern to the one who waits to listen, receive, forgive and renew those who love and trust in Him. 13 chapters. 90 sessions.

This classic resource, originally published in 1943, provides a recommended course of study for Religion, Language Arts, Arithmetic, Social Science, Science and Fine Arts. Each subject is presented with objectives, method, course suggestions, correlation possibilities and evaluating outcomes, as well as units of study for grades 1 to 8. A suggested daily program for a one room school as well as grades 1 to 8 is also included.

OverviewThis quarter course in the High School Bible Curriculum series helps students develop trust in Christ as Lord and Savior through a detailed study of John's Gospel. 45 sessions. Teacher Guide is also available.About the SeriesThese fresh, compelling Bible studies offer a complete curriculum for high school religion class or high school youth Bible study. The curriculum covers four years and includes Bible history and life-related applications of basic Bible doctrine. The curriculum includes one semester course and two quarter courses for each grade. The courses do not need to be complete in straight 45 or 90 sessions. The materials can be broken into smaller 5- or 10-session courses for church youth group or Bible study settings.

What is the meaning of the word faith? Current society believes that faith is to have endless trust or confidence in something. But Christians believe this trust and never-ending confidence isn't just in something. It's in God. The true interpretation of faith is shown by historical events in the New Testament such as Jesus' birth and crucifixion. God's followers put their trust in Him and believed He would one day send His son to die for the forgiveness of sins. The original definition in the New Testament is the Greek concept of faith called pistis. Pistis means that God's followers have complete confidence in Him and believe He is the creator of all things, loves all His people, and will one day return for them. Rev. Dr. Alvin J. Schmidt explores how society has slowly been shifting away from this definition over time and discusses how Christians can help restore the true meaning of faith.

When you hear the phrase "spiritual warfare," you might think of angels and demons, exorcisms, and demonic encounters. But spiiritual warfare also includes the battles you face in everyday life: battles of temptation, doubt, and anxiety. Equipped will help Christians recognize the spiritual roots of hardships and to fight against the devil's schemes in the only way that works: with the tools God provides in Christ. Both instructional and devotional, each chapter of Equipped focuses on a piece of the armor of God from Ephesians 6 and how you are equipped in Christ to resist the evil one in your everyday life to find healing, understanding, and peace.

About this VolumeThis volume contains theses that Martin Luther drafted (sometimes with the help of his colleague Philip Melanchthon) and the records of Luther's prefatory orations and the arguments made by Luther and his students and colleagues in the university disputations over which he presided between 1537 and 1545.These disputations offer Luther's extended systematic exploration of the central doctrines of Christian theology, drawn from his mature reflection on the Bible, the medieval theological tradition, and the church fathers, in dialogue and debate with his contemporary opponents. They are an invaluable resource for students of Luther, historians of the Reformation, and contemporary theologians.About the SeriesThoroughly researched and faithfully translated, the Luther's Works series consists of Martin Luther's Bible commentaries, sermons, prefaces, postils, disputations, and letters-translated and published in English for the first time.

Luther's Works: The American Edition, published by Concordia and Fortress Press between 1955 and 1986, comprises fifty-five volumes. These are a selection representing only about a third of Luther's works in the Latin and German of the standard Weimar Edition, not including the German Bible.On October 22, 1512, the faculty of the still newborn University of Wittenberg welcomed an ominous new colleague to its body. Martin Luther was taken under the wing of none other than the vicar general of the German Augustinian order: Johann von Staupitz. Luther quickly advanced in honor and prestige. Once settled down and committed to university life, Luther took up his new lifework with enthusiasm. Before a year had passed, the Chronicle of Johann Oldecorp recorded: "At this same time [1513] M. Luther began to lecture on the Psalter of David. He was very busy with this and had many hearers." The lectures were indeed given in the traditional fashion, but there was something new in them nevertheless, something that was talked about then and that drew "many hearers."Even the modern reader of Luther's notes for these lectures can hardly escape noticing that the message, compared with that of other contemporary lectures, reveals greater individual involvement in the message being expounded. The prime emphasis is constantly on Christ as the center of the whole Psalter. The lecturer is dealing not with idle academic definitions but with the issues of life and salvation that affect the speaker and hearer directly and personally. This is where Luther's theology begins, and so these First Lectures on the Psalms (1-75) are often called initia theologiae Lutheri.

Martin Luther has been the subject of hundreds of biographies in the last five hundred years, stretching back to his own autobiographical efforts, which were quickly supplemented by his colleagues, friends, and students as they sought to reflect on the significance of his life and teaching.This collection of seven biographical writings on the reformer features some of the earliest written sources on Luther's life, available for the first time in English. Written by those closest to him, these are accurate and direct accounts of Martin Luther's life and his impact on the world.

About this VolumeMartin Luther arrived in Wittenberg as an Augustinian friar and scholar, and his primary call was to the university. Yet from 1514 onward, he was also called by the Wittenberg town council to preach in the parish church, and periodically he was invited to preach in the Castle Church. Upon his return from the Wartburg in 1522, and for the next decade, Luther's preaching-more than 1,000 sermons-was a central means of organizing and directing reform in Wittenberg. The sermons also served to extend his voice beyond Saxony, as Luther's words from the pulpit were copied down and printed in Wittenberg and across Germany. The present volume offers a selection of Luther's sermons from this exceptionally fruitful and important period of his preaching.Luther used his sermons to inculcate the basic structures of Christian doctrine and life: the distinction between Law and Gospel and the use of Christian freedom and love for the neighbor. Unlike Karlstadt, Luther urged Christians who had been set free by the Gospel to show love for the weak in making changes. His sermons in these years particularly apply these principles to the administration of the Lord's Supper and the remembrance of the saints. In addition to instruction in Christian doctrine from the pulpit over the course of the 1520s, Luther also sought to teach the Wittenberg congregation to understand and appreciate the "estate of marriage" and the "temporal sword" as God's own appointed order for human life in the world. Luther extolled God's institution and blessing of marriage and emphasized His forgiveness which covered any sin that might remain in the flesh therein while defending the regrettable possibility of divorce under certain circumstances.About the SeriesThe 28 planned volumes are intended to reflect both modern and sixteenth-century interests and to expand the coverage of genres underrepresented in the existing volumes of Luther's Works, such as Luther's sermons and disputations. The primary basis for the translation is the comprehensive Weimar edition.

Luther's Works: The American Edition, published by Concordia and Fortress Press between 1955 and 1986, comprises fifty-five volumes. These are a selection representing only about a third of Luther's works in the Latin and German of the standard Weimar Edition, not including the German Bible.From Luther's thorough-going expositions of Psalms 68, 82, 90, 101, 110, 111, and 112 it is evident at once that the Reformer had a keen insight into secular and ecclesiastical affairs as they existed in his time. But it is no less apparent that his understanding and his statements had a prophetic quality-a quality which, among other characteristics, makes his commentaries altogether timeless in their significance. "The commentaries in the present volume," writes editor Jaroslav Pelikan, "like those in Volume 12, are derived principally from Luther's classroom and from his pulpit; but they do not all owe their origin to his activity as a professor and a preacher. This collection of commentaries also provides some insight into Luther's work as an author." From explication of the religious and moral life of his day to the elucidation of differences between Jewish and Protestant interpretations of Psalm 111, Luther's literary breadth and depth provide the reader with an unrivaled uniqueness of commentary on these Psalms.

Luther's Works: The American Edition, published by Concordia and Fortress Press between 1955 and 1986, comprises fifty-five volumes. These are a selection representing only about a third of Luther's works in the Latin and German of the standard Weimar Edition, not including the German Bible.This volume contains Luther's commentaries on selected psalms beloved by Christians everywhere. They are for the most part the outgrowth of sermons and classroom lectures, family devotions, and private conversations held between 1524 and 1537. Figures of speech, allusions, and references not immediately clear have been carefully explained for a fuller understanding of the text. The archaic literary forms have been removed and obscurities of earlier translations cleared up. This is an updated version of an important piece in Luther's tomes of work seminal to theological consideration everywhere.

This book contains never before translated essays and sermons by German-speaking presidents of the LCMS, with historical notes and context provided by Matthew C. Harrison. Its unique insight into evangelical Lutheran theology and practice of the early LCMS leaders still applies for today's needs and situations.

"Contributors share their wisdom about the practical side of ministry: work/life balance, governing a church, managing people, and other challenges pastors encounter. Pastors new to parish ministry will benefit from learning from those who have gone before them, who have served in parishes of all shapes and sizes. Experienced pastors will learn from their peers, giving them fresh tips and tools for parish ministry"--

About this VolumeLuther's collected sermons for the church year were originally published in two series: the Church Postil and the House Postil. These were among his most popular works. Aside from his catechisms, they did more to teach people the Reformation than any other book. The new translation of the Church Postil follows the last edition of Luther's life, from 1540-1544, and includes Luther's often-extensive revisions to his own work, with significant variant readings from earlier editions translated in the footnotes.This volume includes the sermons on the Epistle and Gospel readings from New Year through Holy Week, plus "Meditation on the Holy Suffering of Christ" and "Sermon on Confession and the Sacrament." The appendix contains Luther's prefaces to earlier editions of the Church Postil. All the sermons include footnotes indicating Luther's edits over the course of his life, all rendered in clear, lucid English.Benefits of Luther's Works, American Edition, vol. 76 (Church Postil II):Accurate and clear translation. (An early 20th-century version of these sermons was inaccurate and stilted.)Presents the Church Postil as the mature Luther wanted it to be:Includes Luther's often-extensive revisions to his own work, with significant variant readings from earlier editions translated in the footnotes.Includes the version of the summer sermons that Luther approved (Cruciger's edition, not Roth's edition).Epistles and Gospels are interspersed as they were originally printed, showing the progression of Luther's teaching through the course of the church year. (The early 20th-century Lenker version followed the revisionist 1700 edition of Philipp Jakob Spener, not Luther's mature, final edition of 1540 and 1544.)Includes the careful, explanatory introductions and footnotes that have become a hallmark of Luther's Works: American Edition.Includes cross-references and a table showing where Luther's sermons can be found in the German originals.Fully indexed.Edited by Benjamin T.G. Mayes and James L. Langebartels.About the SeriesThe 28 planned new volumes are intended to reflect both modern and sixteenth-century interests and to expand the coverage of genres underrepresented in the existing volumes, such as Luther's sermons and disputations. The primary basis for the translation is the comprehensive Weimar edition.

About This VolumeIn On the Church, Gerhard presents a robust ecclesiology centered on the doctrine of the visible and invisible church. Brick and mortar communities represent the visible church, which includes both faithful and faithless members. Gerhard calls the true church "invisible" because the faith of its members isn't outwardly discernable. As marks of the church, Gerhard simply proposes the pure preaching of the Word of God and the proper administration of the sacraments. He also extensively refutes the "exclusive" marks of the church proposed by his Roman Jesuit opponent Robert Bellarmine. The discussed marks include the name "catholic", antiquity, long duration, historical consensus, unity, holiness of confession, efficacy of conversion, holiness of life, miracles, prophesy, death of enemies, temporal felicity, and the acknowledgment of the church's truths by her enemies. About This SeriesThe Theological Commonplaces series is the first-ever English translation of Gerhard's monumental Loci Theologici. Gerhard was the premier Lutheran theologian of the early seventeenth century. Combining his profound understanding of evangelical Lutheran theology with a broad interest in ethics and culture, he produced significant works on biblical, doctrinal, pastoral, and devotional theology. Gerhard interacts with the writings of the church fathers, Luther and his contemporaries, and the Catholic and Calvinist theologians of his day. His 17-volume Loci is regarded as the standard compendium of Lutheran orthodoxy, with topics ranging from the proper understanding and interpretation of Scripture to eschatology.Useful for research on Lutheran doctrine, Gerhard's accessible style makes this a must-have on the bookshelf of pastors and professional church workers.Each embossed hardback volume includesthe translation of Gerhard's Loci (originally published from 1610 to 1625) ¿ a glossary of key theological, rhetorical, and philosophical terms ¿ a name index ¿ a Scripture index ¿ a carefully researched works cited list that presents guidance for deciphering the numerous abbreviations of the other titles from which Gerhard quotes.

This volume contains a selection of Luther's preaching on the first two books of the Bible roughly within the years 1523-25. Luther preached during these years in the context the controversies sparked by Andreas Bodenstein von Karlstadt, Thomas Münzer, and the Peasants' War. The question of the day was how contemporary Christians ought to respond to Moses' Law. Where his opponents claimed the laws still bound Christians in some areas like images in worship or ceremonial law, Luther aimed to clarify the role of the Law of Moses for Christians. He returnes frequently to theological themes from the early years of his public career and to autobiographical reflection, working to convey the significance of the conservative Reformation to a zealous new generation asking new questions about their relation to the Old Testament.This volume includes original English translations of the following works by Luther:Sermon and Introduction to Genesis (1523)Dr. Martin Luther's Exposition of Several Chapters of the Second Book of Moses [Exodus 1-18] (1524-25/1563)Sermons on Exodus 19-20 (1525/1528)Luther's Preface to Volume 1 of Lectures on Genesis (1544)