The Reformation … on Your Coffee Table
A look back, and a look forward, at what this Reformation anniversary is bringing us
Book Blurbs: A Festschrift in Honor of James Voelz
The book, “The Press of the Text,” was officially presented to Prof. Voelz at his Sept. 19 lecture during the Theological Symposium
Proper 25 · 1 Thessalonians 2:1–13 · October 29, 2017
By David Peter, This is the second in a series of sermons based on texts from 1 Thessalonians. The series is entitled “Fatherly Encouragement.” Paul writes as the spiritual father to his children who need guidance and encouragement to grow in faith and faithful living. Fatherly Encouragement toward Motivation Focus Statement The motivation for advancing God’s ..
Is the Goal To Be “Distinctively Lutheran”?
The problem with a slogan
ICYMI: Luther on immigration
Leo Sanchez on what Luther would say about current refugee crises
Proper 24 · 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10 · October 22, 2017
By David Peter This Sunday begins a series of several weeks in which the Epistle readings are taken from 1 Thessalonians. In this lectio continua much of the content of Paul’s letter is covered. This provides the opportunity for an expository sermon series based on the appointed Epistle readings from 1 Thessalonians. The series of sermons ..
The Credibility of Our Gospel Witness
Why publish a Concordia Journal on faith and science? Augustine has an answer
ICYMI: How Martin Luther Changed Bible Study
Robert Kolb recently published an article for Bible Study magazine, for their special issue on the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. We are all accustomed to his expertise on all things Luther and the Reformation, but this is but one example of how his expertise reaches beyond our usual Lutheran circles. The article: “How Martin ..
Proper 23 · Philippians 4:4–13 · October 15, 2017
Editor’s note: David Schmitt provides this homiletical help as the fourth and final in a sermon series on the lectionary’s successive readings from Paul’s letter to the Philippians. By David Schmitt, Textual Connection In Paul’s closing exhortations, he encourages the Philippians in their devotion to Christ, in their support of one another, and in their engagement ..
Concordia Journal, Summer 2017
A partner issue with Concordia University, Nebraska, on issues of faith and science
Book Blurbs: Joel Biermann on how Christians engage politics and culture
Biermann discusses his new book on the doctrine of two kingdoms (or realms)
Concordia Theology at the International Luther Congress
Reflections on Erik Herrmann’s keynote address in Wittenberg
Proper 22 · Philippians 3:4b–14 · October 8, 2017
Editor’s note: David Schmitt provides this homiletical help as the third of four in a sermon series on the lectionary’s successive readings from Paul’s letter to the Philippians. By David Schmitt, Textual Connection At this point in his letter, Paul opens his heart and offers a personal confession of faith to the Philippians (3:4–14): having the righteousness ..
Kolb Festschrift Announced: From Wittenberg to the World
This summer was the 13th International Congress of Luther Research. The Congress is generally held every 5 years, and continues be the venue for the world’s most prolific and influential Luther scholars. This year was particularly special because it coincided with the 500th anniversary of Luther’s posting of his 95 Theses Against Indulgences in 1517. ..
Book Blurbs: Bruce Hartung on congregational and church worker health
Bruce Hartung discusses his companion books on health and wellness in ministry
Proper 21 · Philippians 2:1–4 (5–13) 14–18 · October 1, 2017
Editor’s note: David Schmitt provides this homiletical help as the second of four in a sermon series on the lectionary’s successive readings from Paul’s letter to the Philippians. By David Schmitt, Textual Connection Paul’s separation from the Philippians causes him to focus on that which holds them together as a community of Christ, involved in humble service ..