Visitation is carefully designed to put immediately useful resources into the glove compartment, briefcase, or pocket of healthcare workers, deaconesses, pastors, and all those who visit distressed, sick, and suffering Christians.Features:Devotions based on selected psalms.Devotions targeted to situations such as childbirth, surgery, baptismal identity, prolonged illness, and many more.Topical reflections and prayers, numerous Bible passages, and handy cross-references to related material in other sections.Orders of service for use with those in distress, the sick or the dying.The devotional resources can be used as the devotions appear, or they can serve the visitor as a way to find appropriate points of contact while composing himself or herself to speak more directly to the situation at hand.
For fifty years, this collection has served as a devotional device for families with children ages 7-10. An editor's letter serves as a foreword, encouraging parents to attend weekly worship and to include devotions in their daily routine.Each devotion clearly articulates the message of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ and offers practical examples of God's action in our lives today. Each includes a Bible verse, short reading, activity suggestion, and prayer starter. A short order of worship is included as a suggested framework for daily use as the parents lead each devotion.Also excellent for classroom use.
About This VolumeOn the Nature of God and the Trinity includes two of Gerhard's commonplaces: On the Nature of God and On the Most Holy Mystery of the All Hallowed and Ineffable Trinity.On the Nature of God explores the etymology of the name of God and attends to His various attributes. Among others, Gerhard defines and defends God's simplicity, eternality, immutability, infinity, omnipotence, goodness, mercy, justice, omniscience, freedom, perfection, and majesty.On the Most Holy Mystery of the All Hallowed and Ineffable Trinity presents and defends six propositions concerning the Trinity: that the Trinity must be known and believed to be saved, that the mystery should be taught and preserved, that the Trinity can and ought to be proved from the scriptures, that both the Old and the New testaments witness to the Trinity, that reason is insufficient to prove the Trinity, and that the Trinity ought not be overruled or ridiculed by force of reason.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.
New historical sources shed a different light upon the teachings and actions of Lutherans under Adolf Hitler.
Celebrate the church seasons and specials events with bright banners that draw churchgoers in to worship. Inside Banner Designs for the Church Year are 40 reproducible designs for creating artful and Christ-centered messages that will look beautiful in the church.Each design includes an explanation of the banner message. Special instructions and advice make these projects quick and easy. The book offers information on the background of banner usage, texture, color, scaling to size, construction, borders, tabs, and more.Even beginning banner makers can enjoy the banner projects in this book without help.
Lutheran Book of Prayer has assured and guided generations of Christians in their personal prayer life. This fifth edition speaks to the unique needs of contemporary Christians, and strengthens and informs readers as they go to God in prayer. Personal prayers are included for almost any life circumstance, including for morning and evening, worship, our world, our neighbors, ourselves, and the sick.Additional features:Topical index for prayersSelected psalmsNicene and Athanasian Creeds
- Compact size goes anywhere- Affordable price puts resource in the price range of many- Prayers and Scripture passages arranged by topic- Follows a daily prayer format- Created without dates for perpetual use- Prayers from the Daily Office- Psalms- Hymns and canticles- Scripture readings- A brief summary of the Christian faith from Luther's Small Catechism
Key Benefits- Age appropriate- A proven seller returns in new packaging- Trusted by families for generations- Excellent confirmation or graduation gift
- Continues the tradition establshed by J. H. C. Fritz and C. F. W. Walther of fine works on practical ministry- Shows pastors how to carry out ministry on the basis of confessionally Lutheran theological principles- Stories and personal experience lend immediacy to the discussion- Unique in its presentation and content
Grow each day through this timeless collection of heartfelt requests and the Lord's faithful answers presented in one-page, easy-to-use devotions. The Lord Will Answer: A Daily Prayer Catechism includes:Questions about faith, life, and eternal lifeAnswers drawn from God's Holy WordPrayers of the Bible Prayers and meditations from great Christian teachersThe devotions are arranged by the seasons of the Christian calendar and Luther's Small Catechism with Explanation, classic models of devotion. The prayers and topics are carefully indexed so that you can find just the right words for your prayers and the answers you need.
Through a blend of understandable explanations and real-life stories, Why I Am a Lutheran explores the foundational teachings of the Christian church. In each chapter, Daniel Preus calls upon more than twenty years of pastoral experience to reveal Jesus as the center of the Christian faith. As he addresses central doctrines such as sin and grace, Law and Gospel, the person and work of Jesus Christ, worship, the Sacraments, and the office of the ministry, Preus keeps the focus on Jesus Christ-who is "always and only at the center of all Christian teaching."
Meditations on Divine Mercy is a book of 45 prayers that Johann Gerhard wrote prior to 1612. Translated from the German by Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, this book is available for English readers to enjoy and appreciate. Additional features include a chapter on the purpose and benefits of prayer, as well as an explanation of the blessing and historic aspects of daily meditation.
Despite studying under Harnack, Holl and old Liberalism, Hermann Sasse became a prominent figure in confessional Lutheranism by the time of World War I. He was a prominent figure in the German ecumenical movement for years and untiringly advocated that real unity could only be the result of real doctrinal agreement. He had the respect of Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Anglicans and the Reformed alike. In his later years, Sasse believed that the Lutheran Church -- Missouri Synod was the last hope for world confessional Lutheranism and dedicated his efforts to raising the Synod's consciousness of its worldwide significance. This collection of the writings of Hermann Sasse is comprised, with several exceptions, of materials never before published in English. This volume compiles material from 1941 through 1976, including articles, papers, essays, theses, lectures, and pastoral letters.
Psalms are important and unique to the Bible. They show how God's people came to Him with all their feelings, no matter if they were jubilant or angry. Psalms were written by real people to show their trials and tribulations throughout the Bible, and how God was always there for them. Teenagers needs psalms for their own emotions, trials, and difficulties. They need something that translates the struggles of the psalmists to the struggles of being a youth today. 150 Psalms for Teens offers contemporary versions of 150 psalms, using contemporary language with teenagers in mind. Each one mirrors the original biblical text, helping teen understand the psalmists during the time of the Bible, and see how the teachings can be re-worded and applied to their lives today.
Today, millions of people struggle with addictive behavior and codependencies that hurt themselves and others.This book follows the format of the Twelve Steps, identifies and applies biblical truths for liberation from hurtful behaviors and the promotion of Christian growth. Through these principles, God provides the fullness of His blessings in Christ to liberate and to empower individuals for growth in Christian living.
This is a transcript of Walther's Friday evening 'Luther Hour' lectures, delivered at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Mo., from Sept. 12, 1884, to Nov. 6, 1885. This represents perhaps Walther's greatest contribution to the church. Includes a foreword by Jaroslav Pelikan.
This revision of a classic bestseller remains faithful to the invitation and command from God to pray-to share one's thoughts and words, needs and desires, with their heavenly Father; to praise, give thanks, and seek forgiveness.This book helps stimulate Christian youth in their conversations with God and provides topical prayers, including prayers for:ForgivenessPatienceGuidanceHolidaysSuccess in schoolThis book includes 87 prayers and a presentation page
It's not easy to stand your ground. Every day you face peer pressure. Confusing information. Questionable sources. But you can do it -- when you are standing upon the firm foundation of God and His Word.This book includes 60 devotions from 40 teens who faced opportunities to stand their ground. They'll share what they did. What they learned. Whom to trust.You'll gain spiritual insight and encouragement from the words of these teen writers and the Word of God. You'll see -- you really can stand your ground!
Teen authors speak directly to teens about pressures in life.
Take a trip back to Bible times with this fascinating glimpse into the customs, food, furnishings, and occupations of the Old and New Testaments.Now in its third edition, this popular book provides brief but vivid depictions of the activities, tools, clothing, and more that were commonplace during Bible times. Simple line drawings are included to illustrate objects and buildings.
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) Daniel is an early example of a type of literature - apocalyptic literature - that became common among Jewish people at the close of the Old Testament era. As an apocalyptic book, Daniel has certain features in common with similar works, including Revelation and many non-biblical writings.
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) Paul's letter to the Ephesians is about the church and about the fellowship of believers who make up the church. It is about us, for by faith we are the church in our time and place. We, by God's grace, are part of God's family - a family united in Christ and sustained by the Holy Spirit.
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) How Faith Works provides us with an insight into the relationship between faith and works. Often we are tempted to say that it is not really important what we believe but that we do good for others. Others try to pull us in the opposite direction: it is not what we do that counts but only that we believe the right things. James in his epistle sets the record straight.
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.(14 sessions) The Christians in Corinth faced many of the conflicts that Christians today encounter as they seek to live their faith in a culture that contradicts Christian beliefs and principles.
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