The Two Natures of the Bible (4112)
In this video, Dr. Biermann elaborates on the two natures of the Bible, human and divine, and the importance of not emphasizing one over the other.
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Verbal Inspiration (4110)
In this video, Dr. Biermann examines the origin of the Bible and the concept of verbal inspiration.
Our Formal and Material Principles (4109)
Video summary: In this video, Dr. Biermann examines the terms formal principle and material principle, and what they reference for confessional Lutherans.
The Source of Our Theology (4108)
In this video, Dr. Biermann unpacks the idea that the Word of God is the source of Lutheran teaching, examining the normative role of the Bible while explaining that the Word of God and the Bible are not the same thing.
Luther’s View of the Canon (5205)
In this video, Dr. Kolb discusses Luther's view of the canon and how it aligns with that of Jerome. Luther's reference to James as an "epistle of straw" is mentioned and put in context.
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The Characteristics of God (1008)
This video identifies some of the characteristics of God and explores some of the ways these characteristics are revealed to us. This is a multimedia presentation with voice-over.
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The Word of the LORD is Flawless (1006)
Is the Bible trustworthy? This video explores the reliability of Scripture, includes various perspectives, and concludes with a proper Lutheran answer to this question. This is a multimedia presentation with voice-over.
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