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Preach the Word – Module 1 – The use of story in preaching – Rev. Dr. David Schmitt

For preachers, the question arises, “How can a preacher use stories actively in preaching?”

Kingdom of the Right: Luther on the Church

Simply put, the kingdom of the right is the Church, both in earth and heaven. In Luther’s On Temporal Authority, the reformer refers to this as “the kingdom of God.”

Kingdom of the Left: Luther on Temporal Authority

Since the twentieth century, Lutherans have spoken about a “two-kingdoms” doctrine to work out the relationship between church and state.

LCMS Worship – Suggestions for midweek Lenten services – 2017

The LCMS suggests Lenten Midweek Propers, which pair selections from Isaiah’s Servant Songs with the Passion reading from St. Matthew.

Formula of Concord Study: Article VI

Even during Luther’s lifetime, a strong “antinomian” (against the Law) spirit had risen up among certain theologians who claimed that, once the Gospel regenerates the heart, the Law is no longer needed.

Lutheran Spotlight: Philipp Nicolai

If you are a Lutheran, chances are that the music of Philipp Nicolai has delighted your ears and his words have flowed joyfully from your tongue.

“Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word” – Hymn Feature

Luther’s Reformation hymn, “Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word” (LSB 655) is one of his best known compositions. When it was published in 1542, it appeared with the subtitle, “A Children’s Hymn, to be Sung Against the Two Archenemies of Christ and His Holy Church, the Pope and Turk.”[1]

Life Together with President Harrison – October 2016

Coming to you from the steps of Luther's university in Wittenberg, Germany, President Harrison has a wide variety of news and resources to share. Don't miss out on this month's edition of Life Together!

A Foundation and Structure for Faith

Books are like buildings. Think of them as constructed with words and thoughts rather than with bricks and mortar.

LCMS Witness and Outreach Webinar: ‘Ministry with People With Disabilities’

The Rev. Mark Wood, director of LCMS Witness & Outreach Ministry, presented a webinar titled “What Is Revitalization and What Does It Mean for My Church?” on Oct. 13, 2016.

LCMS Witness & Outreach Ministry – Webinar: ‘What Is Revitalization and What Does It Mean for My Church’

Hosted by LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission, Rev. Dr. Mark Woods presents a free webinar on “re:Vitality — New Life for Long-Established Ministries.”

‘Free To Be Faithful’ – Fall 2016 newsletter

The Fall 2016 issue of the Free To Be Faithful Newsletter features information on important court cases and related issues at the forefront this year having significant implications for the rights of Christians to live faithfully.

Solus Christus: Christ Alone

Luther said, “The cross alone is our theology.” Another way to say this is Solus Christus, or “Christ alone” saves us.

Bible Study with Luther: Galatians 5:1-6

In chapter 4 of Galatians, St. Paul uses Sarah and Hagar to illustrate that salvation comes not by works of the law, but according to the promise of God. In the final verse...

On the Councils and the Church

As the sixteenth century dawned, there were essentially three answers given to the question: who rules the Church?