Bo Giertz: A Regular Pastor
Bo Giertz attained infamy in Sweden for a humble adherence to unpopular, orthodox practice and doctrine.
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Bror Erickson
Bror Erickson currently serves as pastor of Zion Evangelical Church in Farmington, New Mexico, where he resides with his wife, Laura. He graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary in 2004. He has translated numerous books and articles by Bo Giertz and has contributed to the scholarship surrounding this theologian, often thought of as the "C.S. Lewis of Sweden." His translations of Bo Giertz include, "To Live with Christ," "With My Own Eyes," and "Romans, a Devotional Commentary."
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So I Can Just Do Whatever I Want?
There are plenty of reasons why you do not already do whatever you want out of fear of the law, and you will find these reasons persist and remain long after the gospel has its way with you.
Life as a Cigarette
The grass withered for them too, but they held on to God’s Word. They knew that was eternal, so they lived in it. They lived in his forgiveness.
A Q&A for "Hermeneutics in Romans: Paul’s Approach to Reading the Bible
Hermeneutics in Romans: Paul’s Approach to Reading the Bible is now available from 1517 Publishing
Livingstone's Failure and Christ's Success
Evangelism is hard work requiring lots of patience. Churches and mission boards are often too impatient and want to see numerical growth explode overnight.
Salvation in the Silence of God
Good Friday encompasses the silence of God, even as it focuses on our salvation in the cross of Christ.
When Salt Loses it's Taste
Good works do not give us a righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees. Rather, good works result from righteousness given by the good work of the Righteous One on the cross.
Love that gives Freedom, Freedom that Produces Love
The love God showed for us in the death of his Son continues in us because we remain his children as long as we are incorporated in the body of Jesus through faith.
The Kingdom of Heaven Is Near
This is an excerpt from “With My Own Eyes” written by Bo Giertz and translated by Bror Erickson (1517 Publishing, 2017).
A Q&A with Bror Erickson on "Faith Alone, The Heart of Everything
"Faith Alone, The Heart of Everything" written by Bo Giertz and translated by Bror Erickson, is now available for purchase from 1517 Publishing
Faith Alone
Faith Alone is a translation of Bo Giertz’s second novel, which was originally titled Tron Allena.
Breaking the Five-Year Slump
The Devil knows your weaknesses, and he will work them. So, I would like to offer some hard-won advice on how to persevere in this cosmic wrestling match.
Concerning Centurions and the Salvation of a Soldier’s Soul
War is a plague, but sometimes it needs to be fought to protect from greater plagues.
The Worship of Life in the Face of Pandemic
In a variety of ways, even in these troubled and unusual times, we can follow the lead of our Savior, to do everything we can for the life, welfare, and health of our neighbor.
John the Baptist on the Necessity of Baptism
We can rejoice in our own need and the gift we receive through baptism given by the same one by whom John desired to be baptized.
Third Sunday After Epiphany: John 4:27-42
The following is an excerpt from “A Year of Grace: Collected Sermons of Advent through Pentecost” written by Bo Giertz and translated by Bror Erickson (1517 Publishing, 2019).
Third Sunday in Advent: Matthew 11:2-11
The following is an excerpt from “A Year of Grace: Collected Sermons of Advent through Pentecost” written by Bo Giertz and translated by Bror Erickson (1517 Publishing, 2019).
A Thanksgiving Day Sermon
The following is an excerpt from “A Year of Grace Volume 2” written by Bo Giertz and translated by Bror Erickson (1517 Publishing, 2019).
Halloween and Christian Freedom
We have the freedom to joyfully participate in neighborhood fun with the love of our neighbor in mind.
A Look at 1 Peter 1: The Good News that Was Preached to You
After the glory of our flesh has gone the way of wilted grass and faded flowers, and we’ve long forgotten all our efforts at self-justification, the word of the Lord remains.
A Look at 1 and 2 Peter: Introduction to 1 Peter
The focus of 1 Peter on baptism is one that has puzzled many people.
Sunday Before Pentecost
The following is an excerpt from “A Year of Grace: Collected Sermons of Advent through Pentecost” written by Bo Giertz and translated by Bror Erickson (1517 Publishing, 2019).
Luther's Counsel on Persecution
While most of his letters were written as semi-private counsel and consolation, some, like the “Letter to the Christians of Miltenburg” were written openly for public consumption.
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Truly, truly, I say to you, you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice. You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn into joy.
Luther's Counsel for Those Dealing with Depression
At the core of Luther’s advice is the proclamation that we are free to hand over our pain, our sin, and our inabilities to our Savior.