by Matthew C. Harrison Jesus made outlandish claims about Himself, none more outrageous than that He is God in the flesh: “I and the Father are one” (John 10:30). The religious leaders repeatedly charged Jesus with blasphemy because of this. Jesus invited divine worship of Himself (John 9:35–38). Thomas, praising Jesus from his knees, called
God’s Word is both inspired — breathed out by God — and it is inerrant — it does not contradict itself or contain error.
Editor’s note: In preparation for this article, you should read the four accounts of Christ’s Baptism: Matthew 3:13–17; Mark 1:9–11; Luke 3:21–22; John 1:29–34. Darkness and confusion are not in Holy Scripture. It is light to guide us (Psalm 119:105), not darkness to mislead us. It is truth to set us free (John 8:32), not
The August issue of The Lutheran Witness defends the truth and accuracy of Scripture’s inspired testimony, under the theme “Breathed Out by God.”
Is the Russia-Ukraine war a just war, and should we be involved? Where do Christians look for answers?
The June/July issue examines war from a Lutheran perspective: even amid the horrors in Ukraine, we look to Jesus.
This sermon by Friedrich Wyneken on Luke 2:21 provides consolation and encouragement in times of turmoil.
The June/July issue of The Lutheran Witness examines war from a Lutheran perspective: even amid the horrors in Ukraine, we look to Jesus.
The disciples became sorrowful over Jesus’ impending departure, and yet, His departure was necessary.
The May issue of The Lutheran Witness discusses Christ’s Ascension: its theological import, its celebration and its meaning for Christians.
Here are some ideas for recovering the feast of Ascension within our congregations.
In light of the Synod’s 175th anniversary, President Harrison discusses C.F.W. Walther’s theses to the first Iowa District Convention.