Proper 9 • 2 Corinthians 12:1–10 • July 5, 2015


Proper 9 • 2 Corinthians 12:1–10 • July 5, 2015

By Andrew H. Bartelt Exegetical Notes If one has been preaching through 2 Corinthians with the lectionary, then the isagogical issues have been addressed, including the question of the number of letters and visits to the Corinthian congregation (discussions are available in commentaries and summarized in most study Bibles). This lesson skips ahead to chapter 12, where we find Paul ..

Seminary’s Publications Honored with Awards

Seminary’s Publications Honored with Awards


Seminary’s Publications Honored with Awards

Concordia Seminary, St. Louis earned three awards from the Associated Church Press (ACP) at its May 1 awards dinner in Toronto, Canada. The ACP presented the awards in recognition of the exceptional content produced for Concordia Journal and Concordia Seminary magazine in 2014. Concordia Journal, the Seminary’s quarterly theological journal, received the prestigious Award of Excellence in the category of Best in Class ..


Proper 6 • 2 Corinthians 5:1–10 (11–17) • June 14, 2015


Proper 6 • 2 Corinthians 5:1–10 (11–17) • June 14, 2015

By Daniel Eggold Throughout 2 Corinthians, Paul rides a roller coaster of emotion. In the opening apology, Paul defends himself against accusations of carelessness and callousness (1:8–2:16). He then writes with joy concerning his apostolic mission and of the glory of the gospel (2:16–4:6). But while the gospel has glory, a minister of the gospel should not expect plenty ..