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The Gnostic Gospels: A River of Lies
(2007)
Nathan Cordes presents an overview of Gnosticism, including a definition and a look at its history. He offers selections from thirteen gnostic texts with commentary, and a short discussion of modern views on these works.
A New Path for an "Old" Church: One WELS Pastor's Experiences with Hispanic Outreach
(2007)
Joel Sutton gives a short history of the Hispanic ministry at St. Mark’s in Watertown, Wisconsin. He summarizes Pastor Walther’s life leading up to his call to St. Marks as well as highlighting the numerous people who have ...
The Current Synodical Crisis and the Seminary's Role of Preparing Pastors, Parts One and Two
(2007)
Professor Gurgel, on behalf of the faculty of Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, presents an answer to two questions: How does the current synodical crisis highlight for us the spiritual issues we must address if we are faithfully ...
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 ...
“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.