1. Neomonasticism

    book
    07/08/22
    14 mins
    read
    By Michael Berg
    Neomonasticism—that is, the idea that church work is more important than regular work—implies that God cares more about the spiritual than the physical.
    Neomonasticism

  2. Mercy Makes Mercy

    book
    06/30/22
    6 mins
    read
    By Martin Luther
    Christian mercy should not seek its own. It must be round, and open its eyes and look at all alike, friend and foe, as our heavenly Father does.
    Mercy Makes Mercy

  3. What is the Purpose of a Worship Service?

    book
    06/27/22
    6 mins
    read
    By Kyle G. Jones
    The worship service is less like servants entering the throne room to wait on the king’s needs and more like a father joining his family around the dining room table.
    What is the Purpose of a Worship Service?

  4. God's Not Impressed By Your Word Count

    book
    06/23/22
    12 mins
    read
    By Luke Kjolhaug
    Because of Jesus, God always hears our prayers, and he always responds to them in love–regardless of the quality or quantity of the one speaking them.
    God's Not Impressed By Your Word Count

  5. Demanding to Suffer Freedom

    book
    06/21/22
    12 mins
    read
    By Donavon Riley
    The only solution to free will is the announcement from a preacher that the Father forgives us for Christ's sake.
    Demanding to Suffer Freedom

  6. Word and Water: A Baptism Conversation with FLAME

    book
    06/20/22
    16 mins
    read
    By Sarah Crowder
    FLAME uses Scripture and church history to argue that baptism is a gospel gift, not our work.
    Word and Water: A Baptism Conversation with FLAME

  7. On the Death of a Pastor

    book
    06/16/22
    9 mins
    read
    By Paul Koch
    There is comfort and joy that while one is now at rest from his labors, the Lord of the church continues to ensure that the good seed is sown, watered, and cared for.
    On the Death of a Pastor

  8. Adopted

    book
    06/15/22
    32 mins
    read
    By Ron Hodel
    God has a plan for this world that he put into place from eternity, a plan that is carried out in Jesus Christ and promises unimaginably great blessings for believers.
    Adopted

  9. Reforming Worship

    book
    06/02/22
    11 mins
    read
    By Philip Bartelt
    The relationship between faith and prayer or belief and worship is mutual. Faith produces prayer and prayer expresses faith.
    Reforming Worship

  10. Our 2022 Summer Reading List

    book
    06/01/22
    18 mins
    read
    By 1517 Staff
    A few of our staff members have shared what they are looking forward to reading in the coming months below. If you’re looking for titles to fill your own summer reading list, we hope this list is a helpful resource.
    Our 2022 Summer Reading List

  11. Everything Your Kid Needs to Know

    book
    05/31/22
    13 mins
    read
    By Katie Koplin
    The list of things our kids need to know when they leave the house is much simpler than we might believe.
    Everything Your Kid Needs to Know

  12. A Fortress in the Face of Violence

    book
    05/26/22
    12 mins
    read
    By Steve Kruschel
    Your loving Lord is not oblivious to your pain and sadness.
    A Fortress in the Face of Violence
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