What is Confession? (4188)
In this video, Dr. Biermann discusses the practice of confession and absolution in its various forms, along with the its benefits to the believer.
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Sacrament Defined (4175)
In this video, Dr. Biermann examines the idea of a sacrament, how Lutherans define the term, and how the Roman Catholic Church’s different definition results in an expanded list of sacraments. Biermann specifically addresses the argument for including confession as a sacrament.
Lutheran Theology (4102)
In this video, Dr. Biermann discusses "Lutheran" theology—what it is and what it isn't.
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Theology Defined (4101)
In this video, Dr. Biermann explains that theology is the contemplation of God and that, in the broad sense, anyone who does so is a theologian. But the Christian's goal is to be a good theologian, speaking faithfully about God based on what he has spoken to us.
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Denominations and Non-Denominationalists (6066)
In this video, Dr. Rast describes the development of Christian denominations as people migrated from Europe to America.
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The Smalcald Articles: Sacraments (5043)
In this video, Dr. Kolb presents an overview of the Smalcald Articles’ teachings on the sacraments, baptism, Lord’s Supper, and confession, contrasting Luther’s views with Roman Catholic and reformed views.
The Small Catechism: Confession & Absolution (5019)
In this video, Dr. Kolb provides an overview of the practice of confession and absolution in the Middle Ages, along with Luther's perspective on the correct view and application of confession and absolution.
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The Small Catechism: The Word and Sacraments (5017)
In this video, Dr. Kolb discusses Luther's view that the Word of God, in written, oral, and sacramental forms must be the center of a Christian's life.
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Images of Faith: Confession + Absolution (23)
This multimedia presentation examines the definitions behind the terms confession and absolution along with the church practice. See the downloadable Instructor’s Handbook for context, and for related exercises and lessons. The video is part of Images of Faith, a collection of supplementary confirmation materials available at no cost to the schools and congregations of the LCMS, WELS, and ELS.