World Mission and Inner Mission
By John W. Hoyum
10/09/26
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World Mission and Inner Mission

There is indeed a responsibility for the church to share the gospel in the world, but never at the expense of the church’s charity and mercy for those neighbors who are nearby.
Worship According to the Word
Bradley Gray
Bradley Gray
10/07/26

Worship According to the Word

The only hope for idol-addicted sinners who are utterly incapable of decluttering their souls is Jesus, the one at the heart of the gospel, and the only one who stands before the Father with an undivided heart.
An Introduction to Nikolaus von Amsdorf
Amy Mantravadi
Amy Mantravadi
10/06/26

An Introduction to Nikolaus von Amsdorf

More than a friend, Amsdorf was also an important figure in the work of religious reform, providing counsel to Luther on key occasions, shepherding the churches, and defending the faith until his death.

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Bror Erickson
Bror Erickson
10/20/17

When Bondage Meets Freedom

So bondage meets freedom, and God becomes our Master through Christ.
Rick Ritchie
Rick Ritchie
10/12/17

Piercing Evangelism

As I came to read the Reformers, I found their words comforting. I started to hope again.
Chad Bird
Chad Bird
10/11/17

Book Release Today: Night Driving: Notes from a Prodigal Soul

This book tells of my long and brutal journey. From married to divorced. From a seminary professor and pastor to a disgraced, bitter truck driver in the oil fields of Texas. From a man at war with God to a child redeemed by grace.
Chad Bird
Chad Bird
10/05/17

Samson, Sex, and the Haircut that Saved His Life

Samson knew what he wanted when he saw it, and most of the time, living by sight, he walked like a blind man straight into an ambush.
Donavon Riley
Donavon Riley
10/03/17

Cursing in Defense of The Gospel

But where love is necessary we pray for our enemies and bless them in the hope that God will repent and convert them to the Gospel.
Bror Erickson
Bror Erickson
10/02/17

My Father, Bo Giertz (Part I)

Papa was an incredibly stimulating man who was full of life and made life rich for those found in his path.
Jeff Mallinson
Jeff Mallinson
09/29/17

Hugh Hefner's Vicious Manifesto

The Christian who understands Gospel-based love recognizes the false promises and rewards of the Playboy Mansion.
Sam P. Schuldheisz
Sam P. Schuldheisz
09/27/17

The Tolkien Option, Part 2: Recovery

Recovery helps us see beauty in the ordinary; the miracle and wonder of creation in the oak leaf or the evergreen needle.
Donavon Riley
Donavon Riley
09/26/17

Days of Trouble

Satan cannot stand the Gospel, and so he goes to work to undermine and render God’s Word an impotent and absurd message.
Joel Hess
Joel Hess
09/21/17

No Longer A Mystery! David Lynch and Jesus

While Lynch might not be everyone’s cup of tea, he certainly paints a world that many of our neighbors can relate to: a strange place governed by inexplicable entities, causes and forces.
Bob Hiller
Bob Hiller
09/15/17

The Ghosts of Sins Past

I hear voices in my head accusing me, telling me these sins will be there on the Day of Judgment unless I make atonement.
Chad Bird
Chad Bird
09/12/17

The Saddest Words Ever Spoken to a Sinner

When we say, “I’ve screwed up big time. I’ve betrayed my spouse, my family, my friends. I’ve hurt lots of people,” we don’t need to hear, “Yes, you have. You need to make that right, learn to walk the talk, and act like a Christian next time."
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