Articles related to "Apostles"



Twelve Apostles in Australia
Australia's scenic Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road can be seen as a day trip from Melbourne or as a stop on a longer journey in Victoria.
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Mormon Church Calls New Apostle
This article reports the addition of a new member to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a.k.a. the Mormon Church.
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The Apostle Paul Lesson Ideas
The apostle Paul, once Saul, became known as the greatest missionary ever. Use these ideas to teach your preschoolers about his conversion to Christianity and more.
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11. The Trinity
Scriptural support for the doctrine of the Trinity, that is one God with three person in the God-head. While we cannot comprehend or explain this mystery of God, nevertheless it is a Scriptural teaching.
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12 Days of Christmas: Day 12
The twelfth day represents the 12 points of belief in the Apostles' Creed. I have also included the twelve disciples, the twelve sons of Israel, the twelve tribes, and the twelve tribes listed in Revelation. This is a completion of the gifts from God, gifts for our eternal salvation.
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A Comfortable Motel Near Melbourne
The Rose Garden Motel in Geelong, west of Melbourne, Australia, is an excellent base for exploring the beaches, Great Ocean Road and, inland, Ballarat and the Grampians.
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Advent
Advent is a period beginning with the Sunday nearest to the feast of St. Andrew the apostle and embracing four Sundays. The first Sunday may be as early as 27 November, and then Advent
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Did Matthew Write Q?
The vast majority of biblical scholars agree that Matthew, Mark, and Luke are interrelated - and that their authors used common sources. Who wrote those sources?
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Joint Declaration: 1. Biblical Message of Justification
A look at the first article of the <I>Joint Declaration</I>, the "Biblical Message of Justification" as defined by Rome and the Lutheran World Federation.
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Letter to Friends
This has got to be said. For me to be silent is for me to say I don't care where you go after you're dead.
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Luther's Catechisms: Commentary on the Creed
Commentary on the Apostles Creed for the Church today. These few simple words capture the breadth and depth of God's love for us and his activity in our lives.
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Render unto Caesar
With the summer upon us (and the Fourth of July around the corner), this article explains how the Bible suggests Christians today can practice good citizenship.
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Review: A Simple Way To Pray
Taking a break from the Augsburg COnfession, this week we look at "A Simple Way to Pray," a treatise Luther wrote for his dear friend and barber, Peter Beskendorf. This treatise is timeless and speaks to us in the 21st. century.
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The Creeds in Christian Worship
The creeds were created to separate orthodox (correct) belief from heretical (false) teachings. Today they are recited as a means of worshiping God.
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The Habit of Rejoicing
Rejoice, even in suffering. When we rejoice in the everyday sufferings, perhaps it trains us for the big time suffering.
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What Christians Believe
Creeds define Christianity and summarize our beliefs.
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Why We Left Lutheranism--Infant Baptism
Is infant baptism valid? Does God command us to know Christian doctrine before being baptized into his family? Hmm, using that logic, no one should be able to adopt a child until the child knows who wants him and he can make his or her own decision. This is another look at a person's reasons for leaving the Lutheran church.
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Paul and the Deity of Jesus
The deity of Jesus is a central tenet of the New Testament. Was Jesus really the Son of God? According to the Apostle Paul, the answer is clearly YES.
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6. The Old Testament--Prophecy and Authorship
A look at the authorship of the Old Testament in general as well as looking at how the New Testament writers viewed the authorship of the Old Testament Scriptures.
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Augsburg Confession, Articles Two through Five
On the eleventh day of Christmas the Lutheranism editor shared with me the second through fifth articles of the Augsburg Confession. These articles address Original Sin, Son of God, Justification, and Ministry
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Bayfield Apple Festival in Northern Wisconsin
Bayfield is a small town on the shores of Lake Superior in far Northern Wisconsin. The apple harvest is celebrated during the first weekend of October.
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British Easter Food - Simnel Cake
The rich fruity cake known as a simnel cake is especially associated with Easter and can still be seen in cake shops around the UK.
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Christianity 101
According to Adherents.com, over 2 billion people worldwide identify themselves with Christianity, but what do these "Christians" believe?
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Classic Authors: Alfred, Lord Tennyson
A brief biography of poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
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Classic Authors: E.M. Forster
A brief biography of British author, E.M. Forster
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Four Spiritual Laws
As ministers of Christ, we sometimes find it difficult to explain the basis of Christianity to prospective followers without sounding preachy or fanatical. The four spiritual laws are the basics we can stress them to learn in their pursuit of Christianity.
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Great Ocean Road in Melbourne
The Great Ocean Road is a spectacular road trip that no visitor to Melbourne can afford to miss.
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Jannes and Jambres
Jannes and Jambres. Who in the world were they?
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Luther's Catechisms: The Creed
The Apostles Creed as defined in Luther's Small and Large Catechisms. The Creed professes the Gospel.
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Luther’s Introduction and Short Preface to the Large Catechism
This piece looks at Luther's Introduction and Short Preface to the Large Catechism. In these pieces Luther explains the purpose of writing the catechism and the contents of the Large Catechism.
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Nestorian Christianity
Marco Polo noted the presence of Nestorians throughout China. Who were these people and what did they believe?
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St Peter's Square Rome
The Vatican residence of Pope Benedict XVI is home to works from Bernini, a master of Roman Baroque art and Michelangelo, Renaissance genius, sculptor and painter.
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St. Francis of Assisi's Cross
Each person in the cross depicts a character from the Gospel. They 'speak' through their gestures. The cross is an example of how to 'read' an icon.
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The Sixth Article of Faith
The Sixth Article of Faith explains our belief that the Church today is organized in the same way as was organized by the Savior during his earthly ministry.
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Walking Irises, Neomarica spp.
Explore the history and fall victim to the charm of these quintessential Pass-Along Plants
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Wisconsin’s Big Dogsled Race
Bayfield, Wisc., hosts the annual Apostle Islands Sled Dog Races, which range through the snowfields and forests of the Apostles Islands National Lakeshore region.
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All Things Bright and Beautiful
This hymn for children, "All Things Bright and Beautiful," written by Cecil Frances Alexander, explains the first line of the Apostle's Creed.
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Are Mormons Christian?
Are Mormons Christian? The Mormon Church recently published a new website that concisely explains the Church's official doctrines concerning Jesus Christ.
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Artists Portray Themselves
These self-portraits by American and European artists from the 17th and 18th centuries feature realism and show artists in various roles.
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Book Review: Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions
COncordia Publishing House just issued a reader's version of the "Book of Concord." The "Book of Concord" is the collection of Lutheran confessions. This is truly a masterpiece as a book, complete with colorplates and woodcut reproductions, especially the woodcuts used in the original publishing of Luther's "Small Catechism."
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Guide to Australia's big rocks
Uluru, Kata Tjuta, The Pinnacles and the Twelve Apostles aren't the only strange natural phenomena you can visit if you travel on holiday to the island continent.
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Heavenly Help: Saint Jude's Novena
Open to the classified section of almost any newspaper and you'll find dozens of petitions and thank-yous to Saint Jude. Who is Saint Jude and what can he do for you?
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Index Sunday School Lesson Ideas
Use this handy index to help you quickly locate Sunday School lesson ideas for teaching preschoolers. This will be regularly updated as new material is added.
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Lake Ohrid, Macedonia Offers History and Beauty
Macedonian monasteries and mosques, 11th century Byzantine art , bargain shopping and Lake Ohrid, the oldest in Europe, are reasons to visit this world heritage site.
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Rwanda and The Question of Violence
This article explores the history of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda, asking questions about the nature of violence in humans along the way.
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Seven Churches Of The Apocalypse
Without a doubt The Revelation of St John the Divine is the scariest book in the Bible and that's saying something.
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St. Luke, Born Slave To Man...died servant of God
This article tells us about Luke, writer, physician, and companion to St. Paul
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Sviata Vechera - Holy Supper
The Sviata Vechera (Holy Supper) is a Ukrainian celebration of ancestors, and ancient customs and traditions. This twelve course, meatless meal occurs on Christmas Eve.
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Symbols for Male Saints
The symbols for these male saints tell stories of how they led exemplary lives or tell the instrument of their death for those who suffered martyrdom.
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The Early Church Fathers of the Catholic Church
Christian Tradition begins with the writings of the Early Church Fathers, teachings of those taught directly by the apostles and in a line of succession beyond them.
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