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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.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermannabsolution, confession, Luther, Martin Luther, penance, reconciliation, sacrament

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.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel BiermannAugustine, baptism, confession, earthly elements, Lord's Supper, Luther, Martin Luther, means of grace, Roman Catholic Church, sacrament, Word of God

Lutheran Theology (4102)

In this video, Dr. Biermann discusses "Lutheran" theology—what it is and what it isn't.

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Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermannconfess, confession, corpus doctrinae, Luther, Lutheran theology, Martin Luther, theology

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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Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermannconfess, confession, exogetical theology, historical theology, paradosis, practical theology, systematic theology, theology

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.

Rev. Dr. Robert Kolb, The Lutheran Confessionsabsolution, baptism, Bucher, confession, external means, gospel, Lord's Supper, Luther, Martin Bucher, means of grace, Melanchthon, office of the keys, Philipp Melanchthon, sacrament, Smalcald Articles, Ulrich Zwingli, Wittenberg Concord, Zwingli

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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Rev. Dr. Robert Kolb, The Lutheran Confessionsabsolution, catechism, confession, contrition, forgiveness, Luther, office of the keys, penance, satisfaction, Small Catechism

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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Rev. Dr. Robert Kolb, The Lutheran Confessionsabsolution, baptism, catechism, Christian Life, confession, good works, Lord's Supper, Luther, means of grace, oral word, prayer, sacramental Word, Small Catechism, written Word

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.

Images of Faith, The Lutheran Confessionsabsolution, catechism, confession, confirmation, forgiveness, John 20:23, proclamation, Small Catechism