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C.S. Lewis: His Views on Scripture, Mythology, and Their Application to the Book of Esther
(Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, 2021-02-19)This paper seeks to analyze C.S. Lewis's beliefs about the inspiration of certain parts of Scripture, particularly Esther and the Old Testament. Lewis thought it likely that the book of Esther was work of fiction. In this ... -
Called for More: How the Doctrine of Vocation Provides Comfort and Purpose to the Grieving
(2023)When a loved one passes, a void becomes apparent. The relationship where one once found love, purpose, and meaning is gone. Does the church have a doctrine uniquely equipped to address this sudden void? This paper will ... -
Campus Ministry to International Students: Opportunities Amid Challenges
(2014)The presence of international students on university campuses in the U.S. provides a unique opportunity to pastors and laypeople for on-going campus ministry to international students. Unique challenges that come with ... -
Can Christians Use Marijuana in Good Conscience?
(2015)At the time of writing this thesis, twenty-three states (and the District of Columbia) had already legalized marijuana for medical use. Alaska, Colorado, Oregon, Washington, and the District of Columbia also legalized ... -
Can Meaning Exist Without God? A Close Reading of Qohelet in Light of the Secular Social Imaginary
(2017)This study explores the timeliness of the book of Qohelet (Ecclesiastes) in Christian Apologetics. It follows a methodology of close reading in Qohelet conducted within the conceptual frame of Charles Taylor’s Secular ... -
Caring for Servicemen and Women in the National Guard and Reserves Through the Deployment Process: A Pastoral Guide
(2012)Nearly 2 million service members have deployed since September 11, 2001. Service members have unique experiences and unique needs. A number of common struggles have been noted among those who have served in combat zones. ... -
Caring for the Cared For: The Roles and Responsibilities of Lutheran Pastors and Mental Health Professionals
(2023)Mental health is a more open and prominent topic in the culture of 2023. As mental health clinics fill up, pastors must be ready to address and care for mental health illnesses in their congregations. This paper seeks to ... -
Carrying on the Mission of the Savior's Heart in the Heartland: Mission and Outreach in Milwaukee County
(2019)It is no secret that the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) in general has faced decline in membership over the past twenty-five years. For evidence of this decline, one need look no further than Milwaukee, the ... -
A Case for Focused Marriage Preparation for Young People in the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
(2014)The world is not hospitable to lifelong marriage. With a national divorce rate over 50%, divorce ends more marriages than death. Christian churches in America have recognized the fact and is trying to address it. Couples ... -
The Catechism in Song: The Benefits of Using Hymnody in Teaching Catechism
(2013)This study explores the benefits of incorporating hymns into a religion curriculum focused on Luther’s Small Catechism. Two things become abundantly clear through a study of God’s Word on this topic: God wants his Word ... -
The Challenge of Preaching in a Second Language
(2013)Preaching is hard work. Preaching in a second language is harder still. By looking at generalities about the preaching process, at the complications added by the difficulties of a second language, and at insights gleaned ... -
Changing Media and the Changeless Message: Sharing the Gospel Through New Media
(Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, 2021-02-19)For longer than we may realize, technology has been involved in the transmission of God’s Word. Early Christin communities were united through a piece of technology—a book. During the Reformation, Luther and the other ... -
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Their Families, and the Worship Service
(2015)Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is being diagnosed more often every year throughout the entire world. This means that more children with this disorder and their families will be members of our congregations. This disorder ... -
Choosing Temptations Wisely: A Line Between Allowing No Temptation and Allowing All Temptations
(2015)“Temptation leads to sin; therefore avoid temptation.” This maxim, in whatever form it may appear, has received much more representation than the view offered herein, that temptation cannot always be avoided and sometimes ... -
Chosen By God: Teaching the Doctrine of Election to Encourage our People in Outreach
(2020)While it is considered by many as a difficult and tricky doctrine, Scripture shows us that election is nothing to be afraid of. It is the purpose of this thesis to explore the application of this doctrine to our gospel ... -
Christ at Home: Addressing the Need for Family Devotions
(2012)This paper addresses the lack of devotional activity among today’s Christian families and seeks to give pastors and parents the motivation and direction needed to implement home devotions in the family. After considering ... -
Christ on Screen: The Benefits and Drawbacks of Christian-Based Visual Media in Evangelism and Entertainment
(2020)Christian-based media has tended to be a one-or-the-other kind of situation or scenario. Either a production will be doctrinally sound but have distractingly poor production values, or it will have a large budget but ... -
The Church as the Body of Christ: System Theory and the Church
(2020)This paper presents a brief overview of system theory and showcases the possible strengths and weaknesses of system theory applied to the church. It sets forth system theory as a viable option regarding church ... -
Church Fellowship: To Guard against Persistent Errorists, to Cherish Unity in Truth
(2013)In order for a concept to be passed on to the next generation, it must first be well grasped by the generation that is passing on the concept. When the concept is the understanding of biblical principles, the passing on ... -
The Church in the Community: Showing Love to our Neighbors
(2023)“Love your neighbor as yourself” (Mark 12:31 NIV). What does it look like as Christians live out this command from Jesus? This paper looks at the importance of building relationships and loving our neighbors. Now, more ...