Browsing by Subject "Law and Gospel"
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The Gospel Is the Power God Gives Us To Do His Work
(2005)John Braun discusses the power and purpose the gospel gives to the public ministry. He examines other methods that have been used, but reasserts for his readers that only the gospel will lead the faithful to heaven. -
Help My Unbelief: Where to Turn When the Human Experience Does Not Match the Divine Truth
(Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, 2021-02-19)At the heart of biblical and Lutheran doctrine, we see justification by faith. Through the work of his son, God has taken away the sins of the world (John 1:29 NIV). Through faith, the benefits of that work are received ... -
Honest Preaching: Faithfully Proclaiming the Law for the Sake of the Gospel
(2007)Professor Gurgel makes a strong point for preaching honestly: that is, preaching the Law in undiluted fashion, so it may do its work of convicting sinners of their sin. The heart slain by the Law is aware of its need for ... -
"I Am Going To Proclaim To You”: Learning Strategies For "For You" Preaching From The Book of Acts
(Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, 2021-02-19)Christian preaching hinges on the specificity of both law and gospel. “This is for you.” This is not only a dogmatic conclusion, but an exegetical one. Both law and gospel, as they are proclaimed in Scripture, necessitate ... -
“Of the Law and the Gospel,” Formula of Concord Article V, With Practical Applications for Our Ministry
(2007)Horneber examines the historical background for Article V of the Formula of Concord, its scriptural teachings, and its practical uses for today’s ministry.