This volume discusses Lutheran christology and Scripture, Law and Gospel, the Word and Sacraments, church ceremonies, pastoral conduct, theological foundations for congregation and laity involvement in church and ministry, the Eucharist, and Lutheran schooling.
Two Natures in Christ
by Martin Chemnitz; J.A.O. Preus, translator
This translation of Chemnitz’s De Duabus Naturis in Christo shows that the christology of the reformers is that of Scripture, the ancient church fathers, and the creeds.
The Proper Distinction Between Law and Gospel
by C.F.W. Walther; W.H.T. Dau, translator
This book is made up of Walther’s Friday evening “Luther Hour” lectures at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis from September 1864 to November 1885. Most feel that this is his greatest contribution to the church.
Ministry, Word, and Sacraments
by Martin Chemnitz; Luther Poellot, translator
A translation of Chemnitz’s “little book” for pastors, this book discusses the Word and Sacraments, ceremonies of the church, and conduct of ministers.
Church and Ministry
by C.F.W. Walther; J.T. Mueller, translator
A translation of Walther’s famous treatise on church and ministry which explains the theological foundation for congregation and lay involvement.
Eucharist and Church Fellowship in the First Four Centuries
by Werner Elert; N.E. Nagel, translator
Discusses the perception and practices of the fellowship and Eucharist of the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic church.
An Introduction to the Foundations of Lutheran Education
by William Rietschel
This text is an overview of the foundations of Lutheran schooling in America. The book is written for students preparing for the teaching ministry in the LCMS.