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View in browser Newsletter from The Lutheran Library Publishing Ministry In This Issue History Unveiling Prophecy by Henry Grattan Guinness The Lutheran Catechist by George Henry Gerberding The Columbus Theological Magazine Vol. 17 by Matthias Loy The God of Rome Eaten By A Rat by Charles Chiniquy The Lutheran Hymnal Text Only Edition Featured History Unveiling Prophecy by Henry Grattan Guinness “This is a graphic story of the gradual unveiling of the meaning of the Apocalypse in the light of the events of history. It traces this development through eighteen centuries, from the days of the apostolic and martyr Church to those of the mediaeval Church, the Reformation Church, and the Church of modern times. It is a history of the gradual evolution during eighteen centuries, under the influence of historical facts, of that system of interpretation which has commended itself to the most temperate and enlightened minds, Historicism.” — H. Grattan Guinness. Book Contents Preface God Is His Own Interpreter Three Visions of the Ten Horned Wild Beast Power Introduction The Reception of the Apocalypse by the Early Church Interpretation of the Apocalypse 1 Pre-Constantine, Or Martyr Church Stage 2 The Post-Constantine, Or Imperial Church Stage 3 The Mediaeval Stage The Rise of the Papacy to Universal Dominion Parallel Development of Prophetic Interpretation 4 The Dawn Of The Reformation Stage The Identification of Babylon and Antichrist. Recognition Of The Fulfillment Of The Prophecies Relating To The “Man Of Sin,” Or Antichrist II. The Pre-Reformation War Against the Protestant Witnesses. 5 The Reformation Stage 6 The Puritan, Or Seventeenth Century Stage 7 The Revocation Of The Edict Of Nantes, And English Revolution Stage 8 The Eighteenth Century New Era Stage 9 The French Revolution Stage Career of Napoleon Summary. Retributive character of the French Revolution. Influence of the French Revolution on the Interpretation of Prophecy. 10 The Present Stage [1905] Chapter 1. The Modern Denial Of The Historic And Protestant Interpretation Of The Apocalypse Chapter 2. The Defense Chapter 3. Confirmation Of The Protestant Interpretation Of The Apocalypse I. Apocalyptic Predictions Relating to the Present Period. II. Predictions with reference to the Fall of the Papacy. III. Predictions as to the Restoration of the Jewish People. Chapter 4. Fulfillment Of The Events Predicted Under The Sixth Vial Chapter 5. Termination Of The 1,260 Years Of Papal Dominion Chapter 6. Anticipations Of The Years 1848, And 1866-7, As Those Of The Final Fall Of Papal Dominion Chapter 7. Fulfillment Of The Foregoing Anticipations Of Prophetic Interpreters In The Fall Of The Papal Power In The Years 1848 And 1866-1870 Chapter 8. Further Confirmation Afforded, By The Visible Commencement Of The Restoration Of The Jews, At The Close Of The Prophetic Period Of 1,260 Years From The Conquest And Occupation Of Palestine By The Saracens A.D. 637. Chapter 9. Primary Ending Of The 1,260 Years Of Jewish Desolation In 1860, And 1897, As Reckoned From The Conquest Of Palestine By The Saracens, A.D. 637. Chapter 10. Coming Events In Jewish History Chapter 11. Confirmation Of The Year Day Theory Afforded By The Astronomical Character Of The Prophetic Times Chapter 12. Practical Use Of The Apocalypse Conclusion Appendix A. Explanation Of The Astronomical Tables In The Author’s Work, On “creation Centered In Christ,” Volume II. Appendix B. Testimonial to my Tables from Dr. Downing, F.R.A.S. Order a Printed Copy Print Copy: History Unveiling Prophecy by Henry Grattan Guinness - “Lutheran Librarian” edition Download the eBook PDF Apple/Kobo EPUB Kindle AZW3 Legacy MOBI (If EPUB or AZW3 won’t work on your device) You can expect your book to arrive within a few hours. If you don't find it, check your spam or junk mail folder. You can also request a copy of this or any Lutheran Library e-book by sending an email with the book's title and format. Enjoy the book! Publication Information Lutheran Library edition first published: 2020 Copyright: CC BY 4.0 Read more Recent Books and Articles Published History Unveiling Prophecy by Henry Grattan Guinness “This is a graphic story of the gradual unveiling of the meaning of the Apocalypse in the light of the events of history. It traces this development through eighteen centuries, from the days of the apostolic and martyr Church to those of the mediaeval Church, the Reformation Church, and the Church of modern times. It is a history of the gradual evolution during eighteen centuries, under the influence of historical facts, of that system of interpretation which has commended itself to the ... Read more The Lutheran Catechist by George Henry Gerberding “The Lutheran minister has three special activities. He is, first of all, a preacher of the Word, the whole Word, its Law and its Gospel. He is always and everywhere a seelsorger, a pastor, an under-shepherd, seeking the lost, feeding and caring for those in the fold, knowing them by name, carrying on his heart their woes, their wants and their welfare, looking after them individually and collectively. If he would make full proof of his ministry, he must love the Shepherd and Bishop ... Read more The Columbus Theological Magazine Vol. 17 by Matthias Loy “This Magazine is designed to supply the want, long since felt, of a Lutheran periodical devoted to theological discussion. Its aim will be the exposition and defense of the doctrines of the Church as confessed in the Book of Concord. Theology in all its departments is embraced within its scope, though for the present special attention will be given to the controverted subject of predestination.” Matthias Loy (1828-1915) was a giant of American Lutheranism. He served as president of the ... Read more The God of Rome Eaten By A Rat by Charles Chiniquy Includes: Transubstantiation is the most Degrading form of Idolatry, Why we must put our trust in Jesus and not Mary, A Roman Bishop’s Testimony, and Why I will Never go back to the Church of Rome. “If there is a thing which is as evident as two and two make four, it is that Romanism is the old idolatry of Babylon, Egypt and Rome, under a Christian mask. But this new form of idolatry is so boldly denied by some of the great dignitaries of Rome, and so skillfully concealed by others, ... Read more The Lutheran Hymnal Text Only Edition By request, here is a text only version of the public domain hymns in The Lutheran Hymnal. The hardback version which includes the music is available from Concordia Publishing House. May this ebook be a blessing to you in your personal devotions. Level of Difficulty: Primer: No subject matter knowledge needed. Download the eBook PDF Apple/Kobo EPUB Kindle AZW3 Legacy MOBI (If EPUB or AZW3 won’t work on your device) You can expect your book to arrive within a few hours. If you ... Read more Bible Teachings: A Summary View of Christian Doctrine and Christian Character by Joseph Stump “The book presents Christian doctrine and Christian character, as both are drawn from the words of the Bible… Throughout the work the aim has been to draw the teachings of the Bible directly from the sacred record itself. Technical theological terms have been introduced only where it has been deemed necessary to make their meaning clear… Whatever aspect of a Biblical doctrine promised to be most helpful to the pupil has been adopted… doctrinal … ... Read more Luther's Small Catechism Explained by Johann Conrad Dietrich [Fully Updated v.6.1] “In this little book the reader will find, first of all, the Small Catechism of Dr Martin Luther without alteration. This is followed by the shorter explanation of this Catechism, in questions and answers, by Dr. Conrad Dietrich, formerly Pastor, Superintendent, and Director of the Gymnasium in Ulm, Wuertemberg, born Jan. 9, 1575, in Gemuende, Hesse Cassel, died at Ulm, March 22, 1639. Full title: Dr. Martin Luther’s Small Catechism Explained in Questions and ... Read more May God cause his face to shine upon you and bring you peace. 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Randomness Becomes Order - Part Two

 

 These are Veterans Honor roses from an earlier autumn of steady rain, which I never imagined would come again.

Randomness Becomes Order in the Creation Garden - Part One

No matter what we imagine we are doing, the Creation Garden will always produce unusual and beautiful results. The basics precede the results -

• Saving organic matter, even twigs, to build the soil;
• Letting deeply rooted plants, even weeds, break up the soil and fertilize it through root hairs;
• Pruning so that the fruitful becomes even more fruitful.

I asked Big John if he wanted his rose bush to bloom more. I brought my pruning shears and invited him to watch. His large rose bush, probably a Knockout, was packed with flowers turning into hips. There was no color left, but a lot of potential. I cut off every single rose past its prime. After several rains, the bush has become spectacular with small, red flowers. The current series of storms will build it even more.

Paul speaks several times about "the faith of Jesus," but this generation of Fuller salesmen has no faith.

Congregations once grew because pastors visited the members, shut-ins and hospitalized first, home visits as well. The staff at my vicarage was expected to do that, and the senior pastor was the prime example. Fifty plus years later, the building is being converted to rental units. The website writes about how dynamic the pastor is. Hmm - I wonder who wrote that script - "Come for the personality, stay for the apartment."

Has anyone added up the millions spent on figuring out what to do? All the descriptions and plans are purely secular. 

The foundation is the Biblical sermon, unique for each service, for each pastor. Second to that is genuine Biblical teaching, not using the drivel produced by the synod, cult, or movement. 

The ridiculous material is usually the result of copying Calvinist sources, marketing, or sociology. I visit the verbose American Lutheran Publicity Bureau Online Discussion Forum (aka Old Men Sipping Ovaltine). They never even touch the basics of the Gospel, but content themselves with nostalgia and parroting the latest secular studies. 

Jesus emphasized clearly that His sermons were about faith in Him. After all, what is more effective than the source of forgiveness and salvation being the example - the Good Shepherd? The Apostles simply taught this Gospel and miracles followed. 

I believe in miracles because the Scriptures teach them and believers witness them. Remaining faithful is the foundation of Christianity, and all the fruits of the Spirit follow.

United Methodists Paid Their Conservatives To Get Out of Dodge!

Mirthless Mark Schroeder continues the WELS formula of deformation theology: despising Luther's Biblical theology, buying the atrocious, butchered NIV paraphrase, selling a Calvinist hymnal.

What did I write about WELS-ELS-LCMS copying ELCA's ordination standards - years ago?

 Diaper-changing academies are portrayed as evangelism and Christian education, but there is no genuine attempt to have a school.

 The least able are promoted to permanent positions of power.

After years of wrangling, the warring parties in the fading United Methodist Church have agreed to send the conservatives packing with a large sum of cash.

Denomination numbers are always questionable. In comparison, the Lutheran Church in America claimed over 3 million members in 1987, when they merged with The American Lutheran Church - 2 million plus, with a side helping of Seminex (AELC). Thirty-five years after the ELCA merger, they boast 3+ million members, losing roughly the entire ALC after promoting numerous "evangelism" programs, Fuller-based, joint efforts with the WELS-LCMS, funded by Lutheran insurance.

Christian News, under Herman Otten, published Kurt Marquart's excellent booklet against the ravages of Fuller Seminary's idiocies. Fuller shrank too, haha.

 Note the ambiguous smile.

But Otten also promoted David Valleskey's groveling ode to Fuller and Church Growth, selling it through his numerous connections. WELS told its failing congregations to buy a copy, the only time I recall that the sect made a book required reading for all the congregations.

I have noticed that videos of ELCA and WELS celebrations are quite similar, half-empty congregations - even though they are supposed to be large scale or historic events. The services are lame, dreary, and more like the funeral of a notorious family member.