Historical Studies
- Overview Tap into the treasures of God's Word with the Lutheran Bible Companion, the first-ever comprehensive guide to the Bible featuring commentary that reflects Lutheran theology. Any student of Scripture will find new understanding for personal meditation or preaching in the expansive timeline of the Old Testament.
- BS 677 Primary Source Studies; BS 628 New Testament Use of the Old Testament; Bible and Theology Core Electives – 6 credits. EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH) EL 505 Elective in Biblical Studies (BS), Old Testament (OT), or New Testament (NT), or Theology (TH) Languages.
- The Events of Holy Week - This study describes the importance of the events of the final week of Jesus' earthly ministry -- from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday. Bible readings are included from the Gospels that present these events in chronological order.
Bible.Genesis 3:1-7 + Bible Study: Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church + Satan - Session 1 + 1.Is the snake/serpent Satan?.Numbers 22:22-35.1st reference to the satan in the bible. satan as a celestial being. Script: How Lutheran Read the Bible Lutheran Theology: How Lutheran’s Read the Bible Author.: Dr. Jeremy Myers (www.augsburg.edu ) INTRODUCTION Leader Introduction (The Leader should say this.) Today you will be introduced to the way we, as Lutherans, tend to read and interpret the Bible. Old Testament Theology Online Bible Study of the Book of Galatians This is a Lutheran Bible Study of the book of Galatians. This study breaks Galatians down so that each day only a small number of verses are covered. The book is broken down into 22 lessons. So if one lesson is studied each week day, you will be able to go through the book of.
- The Book of Concord - A study of the Lutheran Confessions which are found within the Book of Concord of 1580, and their application to us today.
Old Testament Theology Online Lutheran Bible Study Guide
- The Social Gospel - A study of the social gospel movement in the United States - a definition of what the social gospel is, its origin, and its dangerous consequences.
- Old Testament Laws and Ceremonies - A study of the laws and ceremonies of the Old Testament with consideration for their value and application for us as New Testament Christians.
- Tithing and the New Testament - A study of the Old Testament law of tithing and its application to the New Testament church.
- Jewish Festivals - A brief overview of the religious festivals of the Jews from the Old Testament, their meaning and purpose.
- Hebrew Calendar - A study and diagram of the Old Testament calendar, describing religious festivals, seasons, harvest period and more.
- The Reformation - A study on the individuals involved in the Reformation both leading up to and following Martin Luther.
- The Church Fathers - A study of individuals who were instrumental in early church history during the second through fourth centuries following Christ.
- Know the Scriptures - A study on the canon and text of the Old and New Testament Scriptures.
- Test the Spirits - Outlines of Church History from creation to the present day (pdf).
- Origin and Division of Christian Denominations - A diagram which shows the origin of major Christian denominations (pdf).
Lutheran Study Bible Online
The Church Fathers - A study of individuals who were instrumental in early church history during the second through fourth centuries following Christ.
- See a Listing of the Roman Emperors during the First through Fifth Centuries (pdf).
Know the Scriptures - A study on the canon and text of the Old and New Testament Scriptures.
- See a chart showing The History of Various Translations of the Bible (pdf).
Test the Spirits - A Study of Doctrinal Differences between many of Today's Churches.
- Test the Spirits (pdf)
- An Outline of Church History From Creation to Christ (pdf)
- An Outline of Church History From Christ to 1500 A.D. (pdf)
- An Outline of Church History From 1500 to 1900 A.D. (pdf)
- An Outline of Lutheranism in America (pdf)
Additional Resources for The Great Deceiver
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SESSION ONE:
- What About Angels?
This brief study by late Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod President Al Barry shares what the Bible reveals about angels--both holy and evil. - Luther Against the Devil
Martin Luther often spoke about the devil and demons. Was he simply
echoing medieval superstitions? - CTCR Article 'Satanism'
This document from the LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations describes the worship of Satan; it then discusses what Scripture says about this fallen angel. - Saint Michael and All Angels
- Does the Devil Rule the World?
- Can Satan Heal?
- C.S. Lewis' The Screwtape Letters
In this classic book by C.S. Lewis, two demons conspire to destroy a man's faith. - Exorcism as Mercy
This article discusses how the rite of exorcism is worked into regular church services in Madagascar where demon possession is still a frequent occurrence.
SESSION TWO:
- With Angels and Archangels: Worship in the Book of Revelation
Charles Gieschen discusses the amazing realities the book of Revelation teaches us about worship. - Worship--The Activity of the Trinity
This article discusses how God works during worship while we rest. - Thanksgiving in the Old Testament
In this article Chad Bird examines the worship God established for His Old Testament people and how that worship is reflected in our services today. - Worship for the Weary
- Prayer: The Voice of Faith
In this article John Pless reminds us prayer is our response to what God has already said to us in His Son. - Lord, Remember Us in Your Kingdom, and Teach Us to Pray
In this article Richard Stuckwisch discusses how Jesus gave us the Lord's Prayer to teach us how to pray.
SESSION THREE:
- Bruce Hartung on Our Vulnerability to Sexual Misconduct
- Bruce Hartung on Satan's Temptations
- Bruce Hartung on Fighting Temptation
- Bruce Hartung on Dealing with Guilt and Unworthiness
- Unlocking the Prison of Guilt
This Project Connect booklet discusses God's plan to deal with our guilt. - Lingering Guilt
Pastor Klaus answers a question about lingering guilt over a sin that's already been forgiven. - Prayer or Demand?
Pastor Klaus answers a question about when a prayer becomes something like an ultimatum.
SESSION FOUR:
- Midsummer Day
In this sermon Henri Schartau uncovers seven obstacles Satan might be using to prevent you from growing closer to your God in faith. - Christian Soldiers
This article describes the armor God provides as we live our daily lives. - Lutherans and Hell
In this video Roland Ziegler discusses why Lutherans still teach about hell. - Sadness in Heaven for Those Not There?
Pastor Klaus addresses whether thoughts of hell will dampen the happiness of heaven.