While the Law/Gospel distinction is one of the basics of Lutheran theology, distinguishing them rightly is one of the most difficult Christian arts.
Difficult or Easy? Law and Gospel in the Christian life Read More »
We take these topics up because they are difficult teachings of Scripture, teachings that perhaps Christians feel a bit ashamed about or find difficult to understand.
Difficult Teachings of Scripture Read More »
The October Lutheran Witness takes up several “Difficult Teachings of Scripture.”
Lutheran Witness: October 2023 Read More »
Many of us feel uncomfortable when praying out loud. Here is some practical guidance for doing so.
How to Pray in Public Read More »
Writ large, the Barbie conundrum is really a human conundrum. We long for something ideal and perfect and good, but …
Review: Barbie — The Fruitless Search for Perfection Read More »
Mission trips can be a great and lasting tool for teaching and forming stewards.
Stewardship Lessons from a Mission Trip Read More »
Attacks on the historicity of Scripture’s account of Jesus are quickly answered with a discussion on the sources of the life of Christ, the New Testament and the commentaries of the Early Church fathers.
Jesus and Apologetics Read More »
The Holy Spirit uses our witness to Christ’s work to clear roadblocks and prepare the path for faith. That is the apologetic task.
Digging In: Archaeology & Apologetics Read More »
The September issue of The Lutheran Witness digs in to the relationship between archaeology and apologetics.
Lutheran Witness: September 2023 Read More »
We are not just trying to win a debate or turn the tide of the culture in our favor. We are saying to the world, “We have something good and true and beautiful.”
A Compelling Truth Read More »
God has created the marriage bed for procreation and to create intimacy and affection between husband and wife.
Reclaiming the Marriage Bed Read More »