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Doctrinal Brief: Sacrificial Giving
(2007)
Prof. Schuetze discusses how the concept of “sacrificial giving” is misused. The idea that giving should cause some pain (“give until it hurts”) is not biblical. The new man actually derives pleasure from giving, not pain. ...
Remarriage Revisited: Scripture and Application
(2007)
Professor Schuetze examines the Scriptures directly relevant to marriage, divorce, and re-marriage.
Fruit of the Vine
(2008)
Prof. Schuetze briefly discusses the on-going argument over whether the Cup in the Lord’s Supper must contain fermented grape wine. He presents the viewpoint, based on biblical and extra-biblical sources, that we cannot ...
Pastoral Theology Brief: Cohabitation, Repentance, and the Fruit of Repentance
(2006)
In this brief, Prof. Schuetze discusses the great need for co-habitation to be addressed immediately, rather than allowing the problem to “fix itself” when the couple marries. The goal is that the couple would recognize ...
Pastoral Theology Brief: Comfort for Parents Grieving a Miscarriage or Stillbirth—Following Luther’s Lead
(2006)
Prof. Schuetze reminds his readers to follow Luther’s lead when counseling the parents of miscarried or stillborn children. We should not say more than Scripture says, but rely on prayer and our trust in the Lord’s grace ...
Commentaries for the Pastor's Study
(2001)
With this list, Professor Brug details different commentaries and loosely ranks the best commentaries available for each book of the Bible. This list is especially useful for its New Testament Treatment. A more updated ...
Doctrinal Brief: Part-Time Pastors
(2008)
Dr. Brug discusses part-time pastoral calls, specifically retirement calls and tent ministries. While recognizing that some congregations may have good reasons for being unable to support a full-time pastor, this should ...