We have received the following letters from the Rev. Richard Snow, President of the Nebraska District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, and Dr. John Jurchen, Associate Professor at Concordia University, Nebraska, in which Dr. Jurchen has requested that we withdraw his article that was published in the Summer 2017 issue of the Concordia Journal. We accept Dr. Jurchen’s decision and, accordingly, ..
Our synodical president offers theological reflections on the creation debates
The parallels to life in our own times are profound
Getting our bearings within one of the biggest debates in Evangelical Christianity
The partner issue with Concordia University, Nebraska, on faith and science elicited both positive and negative reactions
Featuring articles by James Bachman, Ted Hopkins, and Joel Meyer, as well as reviews of books marking the 500th Reformation anniversary
Deepen your faith and ministry by walking the steps of the Scriptures
What is Natural Burial?
By David Peter, This sermon is the fourth in the sermon series entitled “Fatherly Encouragement.” It is based on 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18. The Apostle Paul addresses the Thessalonian Christians as his dear children, giving them encouragement in their journey of faith in Jesus. Fatherly Encouragement toward Expectation Focus Statement An informed expectation of Christ’s return ..
Specifically, the theology of the church
By David Peter, This sermon is the third in a series, entitled “Fatherly Encouragement,” based on texts from 1 Thessalonians. In this epistle the Apostle Paul encourages the Christians of Thessalonica who are young in the faith. He acts as their spiritual father. Today’s theme is based on 1 Thessalonians 3:11–4:12. Fatherly Encouragement toward Sanctification ..
A look back, and a look forward, at what this Reformation anniversary is bringing us
The book, “The Press of the Text,” was officially presented to Prof. Voelz at his Sept. 19 lecture during the Theological Symposium
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 ..
The problem with a slogan
Leo Sanchez on what Luther would say about current refugee crises