The recently published part two of Voelz’ commentary on Mark has brought the issue of Scripture to the forefront in the LCMS. In most modern Bibles there is a note or footnote to the effect “the most reliable early manuscripts and other ancient witnesses do not have Mark 16:9-20” (NIV). The ESV (the official translation … Continue reading What is the Word of God? Has the LCMS taken a New Position on the Books of the Bible?
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Bishop Denounces Netflix as ‘Blasphemous’ over Gay Jesus
It is not enough for the world to deny that Jesus is the Son of God. They have to lower Him and make Him a dirty sinner in their own image to entirely discredit His Gospel. This new Netflix special is clearly a play off the 1988 drama film The Last Temptation of Christ by the celebrated director Martin … Continue reading Bishop Denounces Netflix as ‘Blasphemous’ over Gay Jesus
Sermon on Revelation 21:1-5, using verse 3 of Lo! He Comes With Clouds Descending
Christianity is so often turned upside down. It is made to be about us—our work and efforts to make the world better. Helping the poor, the homeless, the disadvantaged. These are good things, but in and of themselves they have nothing to do with Christianity. The Spirit, Christ, or faith is not required to do … Continue reading Sermon on Revelation 21:1-5, using verse 3 of Lo! He Comes With Clouds Descending
A Snapshot of the State of Biblical Interpretation at the LCMS Seminaries: Initial Impressions of Concordia Commentary Mark 8:27-16-20 by Voelz and Mitchell
It is strange that this is the only commentary in the series that has two authors. This is not because Voelz was unable to finish it, but because he was unwilling! Evidently, he has taught that Mark 16:9-20 is not part of Mark to his students for decades. He takes his Martin Luther stand on … Continue reading A Snapshot of the State of Biblical Interpretation at the LCMS Seminaries: Initial Impressions of Concordia Commentary Mark 8:27-16-20 by Voelz and Mitchell
Barack Obama Says Women Could Solve Many Of World’s Problems — Which Men Have Caused
The former president made some very startling statements recently. He shows the true end of the race for “equality,” that of destroying families and shaming men, making them seem utterly useless. In making outrageous claims, without any substance of proof, he shows his biases: men serve no purpose if they are better at everything, especially … Continue reading Barack Obama Says Women Could Solve Many Of World’s Problems — Which Men Have Caused
Taxation of Churches
People are fond of telling others what to do with their money, but rarely want or appreciate the financial mandates of others. To the world money is power, perhaps the ultimate power. The authority of civil government to tax is legitimate, as Christ and Scripture declare. But private citizens lobbying and stating how the tax … Continue reading Taxation of Churches
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