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Open Letter To Charismatic Lutherans, Paul F. Hutchinson
Open Letter To Charismatic Lutherans, Paul F. Hutchinson
Concordia Theological Monthly
The author is pastor of Christ Lutheran Church, St. Louis, Missouri, and has been actively involved in aspects of the charismatic movement.
The Christianizing Of Abraham: The Interpretation Of Abraham In Early Christianity, Robert L. Wilken
The Christianizing Of Abraham: The Interpretation Of Abraham In Early Christianity, Robert L. Wilken
Concordia Theological Monthly
The author traces through various interpretations of the significance of the story of Abraham in the early church in support of his thesis that each generation interprets the Scripture from the perspective of its own historical circumstance.
Luther On Christ And The Old Testament, James S. Preus
Luther On Christ And The Old Testament, James S. Preus
Concordia Theological Monthly
Careful reading of this article will contribute to getting the hermeneutical debate in our Synod beyond the present impasse that has been created by a non-Lutheran posing of the alternatives by so many who are involved in the debate.
The Eschatological And The Political In Moltmann's Theology, Kenneth Heintz
The Eschatological And The Political In Moltmann's Theology, Kenneth Heintz
Concordia Theological Monthly
In this article he analyzes Moltmann's increasing interest in "political theology while at the same time he explores the connection between his political and eschatological thought.
The Other Understanding Of The Inspiration Texts, Traugott H. Rehwaldt
The Other Understanding Of The Inspiration Texts, Traugott H. Rehwaldt
Concordia Theological Monthly
In this article the author evaluates the notes of Franz Pieper on the inspiration of Scripture, presents a summary of Herman Sasse's view on inspiration, and then offers certain counsel concerning the proper understanding of the inspiration of the Scriptures.
Toward Preparing Equippers, Herbert M. Zorn
Toward Preparing Equippers, Herbert M. Zorn
Concordia Theological Monthly
Twenty-four years in India, sixteen of in seminary teaching, might sound like good credentials. Put differently, the credentials wilt: 24 years working within 100 miles of land's end of this vast country, reasonably fluent in only one of India's 18 official languages, barely conversant with another, in contact with nationwide theological education only recently, a member of the steadily diminishing group of expatriate seminary instructors.
Theological Education: The Ecumenical Dimension, Thomas Coates
Theological Education: The Ecumenical Dimension, Thomas Coates
Concordia Theological Monthly
This article was originally presented as a lecture al the Consultation on Ecumenical Affairs of The Lutheran World Federation, Tokyo, Japan, May 5, 1971.
The Relationship Between Graduate Theological Education And The Worldwide Mission Of The Church, William J. Danker
The Relationship Between Graduate Theological Education And The Worldwide Mission Of The Church, William J. Danker
Concordia Theological Monthly
In spite of a desk piled high with other work, this writer could not find it in his heart to refuse an editor requesting an essay on a topic of such potential significance and excitement as "The Relationship Between Graduate Theological Education and the Worldwide Mission of the Church."
Doctrinal Emphases In The Missouri Synod, Erwin L. Lueker
Doctrinal Emphases In The Missouri Synod, Erwin L. Lueker
Concordia Theological Monthly
The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod has had the same doctrinal basis for 125 years. It is remarkable that within that period of time the loyalty of no group in Synod to that basis as given in the constitution could be seriously challenged. This, however, does not mean that there were no variations in emphases. This study is a brief synopsis of such variations. It is not concerned with difference, uniformity, contradiction, or inconsistency in doctrine (although some of these factors may be present) but with coordinating stresses. Examination of consistent adherence to basic insights is also beyond the scope of this …
Polygamy And The Christian Church, Nathaniel G. Inyamah
Polygamy And The Christian Church, Nathaniel G. Inyamah
Concordia Theological Monthly
On the basis of personal experience, the author argues that the church's general rejection of polygamy is not required by Scripture and is descriptive of African society.
Ethical Individualism In Clement Of Alexandria, David Paulsen
Ethical Individualism In Clement Of Alexandria, David Paulsen
Concordia Theological Monthly
It has been noted that Clement of Alexandria (ca. 150-215 A. D.) diverges sharply from primitive Christianity in important respects, such as his views on eschatology and the significance of the Law. It is my contention that Clement also diverges from almost the entire previous Christian tradition as far as we know it in the matter of ethics, in that he places individual perfection above communal concerns such as love and justice.