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.
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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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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.
Not Today
One of the great themes of the Game of Thrones is the personification of Death, most concretely in the form of the Night King, supreme commander of the blue-eyed nightwalkers.
Jon Snow And Romans Seven
Season eight of the Game of Thrones has begun. It's the long-awaited finale, the end of the story we have all long been eagerly waiting for even as we fear the impending winter.
Romans 8: Life in the Spirit
Only in this manner could the good that the law pointed to be completed. It was completed in us, not by us.
The Hills of Salvation
Had you been the only sinner in the world, He would have died for you alone
One Substance with the Father
As one substance, Christ is God become man, the fullness of God who was pleased to dwell in Jesus Christ.
Featured Resources
A Year of Grace, Volume 1: Collected Sermons of Advent through Pentecost
These sermons are taken from various stages in Bo Giertz pastoral career, from his time as a parish pastor, his time as a bishop, and his time in retirement. He adapted the homiletical style of Henric Schartau (whose homiletical style…
Romans: A Devotional Commentary
Fans of The Hammer of God and With My Own Eyes will enjoy this devotional commentary on Romans from Pastor, Bo Giertz. The beloved 20th-century bishop takes readers through Paul’s letter to the Romans; pointing to God’s grace in Christ…
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