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Books
	Baptism God’s Activity of Grace By Morris Vaagnes Baptism, a universal Christian activity, should be a mark of unity, yet practice and theology are often divisive. The author explores the biblical foundations for baptism and explains the various modes of baptism to provide assurances that God is at work through the water and the word. His thesis is that through baptism a person enters into a new life, with a new relationship to God. Available for $15.00 through Kirk House Publishers
	By What Authority? Confronting churches who no longer believe their own message" Available online at http://booksrevisited.com/authority/ Also available through Sola Publishing     Product Code: A-0810     Price: $14.95 + tax This new book "By What Authority" is subtitled "Confronting churches who no longer believe their own message." This collection of essays examines the steady decline of mainline denominations, evidenced in the denial of Biblical authority and the message of salvation in Christ, in favor of secular social agendas. Contributing authors include theologians, pastors, and laity from throughout the United States, Canada, Germany, as well as missionaries to Africa and China. Each offers unique insights into a religious crisis threatening all of Christianity. Published by Hoffman House Press.
	Come, Lord Jesus - A Study of Revelation by Mark Braaten The book of Revelation is at once familiar and strange, full of fearsome warning and beautiful promise. It is a letter, a prophecy, an apocalypse, and a spiral of visions, a type of ancient literature no longer written. How can Christians today understand the book of Revelation and its meaning and implications for our lives? Mark Braaten, a pastor and scholar who has spent years studying and teaching Revelation. This book avoids complicated theological jargon and popularized misapplicationsof the book of Revelation--and leads readers to join the holy choir in singing, "Come, Lord Jesus." Mark Braaten is the Senior Pastor of Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Tyler, Texas. He holds a Doctor of Ministry degree, with a focus on teaching the book of Revelation in congregations. Price $14.95. To order, call toll free at: 1-800-858-5450, or go to website of Liturgical Press at: http://www.litpress.org/Detail.aspx?ISBN=9780814631720
	Church on Fire! - A Testimony of Revival By Morris Vaagenes Church on Fire is the miraculous story of how the Lord Jesus Christ responded to one pastor's prayer, sending His Holy Spirit to transform a congregation. It is an inspiring and challenging account of how those flames of revival fanned out to consume individuals, families, congregations, and communities in an ever-increasing spiritual renewal that continues to this day. Available for $15.00 at Amazon.com Or contact: Renewal International: 3540 Harriet Avenue, Shoreview MN 55126
	Come Unto Me Resting in the Favor Of the King Written by Tania Frankie, “Come Unto Me - Resting in the Favor Of the King” is a unique and heart-touching collection of 52 devotional readings. Written with the voice of God, this motivational and inspirational book gives scriptural guidance on how to live life with love, peace, purpose, and joy. Suggested Retail Price: $13.95. To Order, call 1-800-AUTHORS, or visit www.iUniverse.com
	Faith Ethics The Future of Christianity in North America By Harold D. Schlachtenhaufen Is it good if a morally confused village raises our children? What can we do to keep our family, church, and society under the guidance of a good moral compass? This book talks about the many moral standards and ethical principles and beliefs within our society and churches today. It gives a current assessment of ethics within Christianity and gives answers to difficult and sometimes confusing moral choices. Author Harold D. Schlachtenhaufen has been teaching as Adjunct Faculty in Christian Ethics at Luther Seminary, St. Paul, since February, 2006. He is a co-president and co-founder of the Diversity Leadership Institute, Inc. Faith Ethics can be ordered through any bookstore at $19.99 per copy, or on the internet through the publisher at: www.authorhouse.com/BookStore/BookHoouse.aspx (in "Search" atthe top center of the page, type in the name of the book) It can be downloaded for $4.95 or mailed for $12.30 paperback. Dial: 1-888-280-7715 for phone orders.
	From Death to Life We have this hope, a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul By: Rev. Scott Block From Death to Life examines what happens when people die, from a biblical perspective. Have you ever wondered or are you curious about end of life moments? Is there actually a splitting of the body and soul at the time of death, or is there something else? What happens to the survivors after their loved one dies, and how are they comforted in their time of sorrow and grief? In this book the words of the Holy Bible, and others like Martin Luther, will speak to you, tell you the truth, and give you words of comfort, so that you too can have the sure and steadfast anchor of the soul. Order from Wipf and Stock publishers.
	Igniting a Passion for Missions By Rev. Bill Moberly Despite Jesus’ command to His church to go and make disciples of all nations, active and personal involvement in the Great Commission has not been a high priority in many Lutheran congregations over the past generation. Is your church missing something? Want help in turning this around? This book is a clarion call to local churches of all sizes to obey the mission mandate given us by Jesus Christ. Drawing from 25 years of experience as a Lutheran Pastor, and many years serving with mission agencies, Pastor Bill Moberly weaves together sound Biblical teaching, inspirational stories and practical instruction about eight key building blocks for a strong missions church to help you and your congregation Ignite a Passion for Missions. Cost: $10.00. To order, go to website “Awakening Lutherans to World Missions” and their online bookstore: http://www.alwm.org/content.cfm?id=204
	Prayer as Joy, Prayer as Struggle by Mark Braaten There are times when we are aware of being in the presence of God, when our awe comes naturally and our prayer is full of joy. But there are also times when prayer is a struggle. Life is often not awe inspiring and prayer is often not easy; our prayer life is a journey of both joy and struggle. It is learning to recognize and reach out to God; even more it is recognizing how God is constantly reaching out to us. In this book, Pastor Mark Braaten explores many types of prayer, including thanksgiving, confession, praise, wrestling, petition, intercession, listening, and hope. He also explores what it means when the answer to prayer is no and how we experience prayer in doubt and in confidence. In each chapter, he uses an extended biblical example of prayer and also provides the text of prayers we can use in our own practice. Price $5.98. To order, call toll free at: 1-800-858-5450, or go to website of Liturgical Press at: http://www.litpress.org/Detail.aspx?ISBN=9780814629246
	Stand and Confess How I Came to Declare “In Statu Confessionis” Against an Idolatrous Institution, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America By Timothy J. Swenson Many in the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) who remember with loyalty the strength and uniqueness of our Lutheran tradition and the necessity of “Christ Alone” have had division thrust upon us. Recent decisions of the denomination have exposed a schism within the ELCA — resulting from the long-term promotion of: 1) a Politicized Agenda; 2) an Ecumenized Agenda; and 3) a Sexualized Agenda. Since the inception of the ELCA, church leaders have vocally and vigorously supported these agendas and achieved their relative “success.” In doing so, they have brought a time of decision and confessing upon the ELCA. Call Pastor Tim Swenson directly at 701-566-8128, or email: camelhairshirt@yahoo.com. He will mail out a book and include a SASE for you to return with $8.00 to cover the cost of printing and shipping.
	Views of Baptism by Dr. Fred Baltz This book looks at the biblical teaching of Baptism as a means of grace through which God acts upon us. "As a New Testament scholar, Dr. Baltz has written the quintessential work on baptism. Through his profound grasp of Scripture, theology, and the original languages, Baltz has shown that salvation does not rest on the response of the individual. Rather, Baltz defends the biblical and historical view of salvation through baptism as a means of grace. If you read no other book on baptism, you must read this one." -Dr. Richard A. Riley, Jr., Normal, Illinois The price is $8.95; it may be ordered through Amazon.com or through Infinity Publishers.
DVDs
	The Census and the Star (DVD) Explore the mysterious circumstances of Christ's birth in this captivating look at the first Christmas. Explore the circumstances of the Roman census that brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem. Consider the evidence for the star that led the Magi to Jerusalem and Bethlehem seeking Jesus. Trace what the Magi saw as they gazed into the night sky those thousands of years ago. Developed by Warren and Frederick Baltz, this DVD is a great resource in Advent, the Christmas season, or Epiphany. To order, visit www.visionvideo.com or www.amazon.com
	Herod's Temple: The Temple Jesus Knew (DVD) Travel back in time to see the Jerusalem Temple the way Jesus and his disciples did over 2,000 years ago. Imagine the scene as Jesus expelled the moneychangers from its outer court and as the veil of the temple leading to its holiest chamber was torn at the time of Christ's crucifixion. Through the use of beautiful animation, the temple is reconstructed and we are brought within its precincts to identify with the experience of those living in Jesus' day, and witness the horror of the fiery destruction of the Temple by the Romans in A.D. 70. Through this DVD developed by Warren and Frederick Baltz, you can come to appreciate the central role of the Temple in the life of first century Jews and Christians. To order, visit www.visionvideo.com or www.amazon.com
Other
	Reclaim Lutheran Hymnal for Church and Home The 128-page Introductory Edition of “Reclaim Lutheran Hymnal for Church and Home” is a transitional resource for use and consideration until the complete Reclaim hymnal (in print and electronic formats) is published. The Introductory Edition is a worship and devotional resource that offers classic Lutheran theology applied in practical ways in hymns, names for God, liturgy, and the various orders. To Order, call 1-800-590-6001, or visit www.reclaimlutheranworship.org
	Concordia Publishing: The Lutheran Study Bible Recently, various publishers have produced new Study Bibles with notes, introductions, and supplementary resources — but not all reflect the traditional teaching of the Christian tradition, and orthodox Lutheran Theology. One highly recommended Study Bible is the new Lutheran Study Bible from Concordia Publishing House (LC-MS), based on the English Standard Version (ESV). For more information, go to the CPH website at: http://www.cph.org/t-tlsb.aspx
	Connections Magazine Connections is a magazine for evangelical Lutheran Christians, filled with meaty articles as well as lighter spiritual fare, and sponsoring monthly contests. Connections provides great food for the soul. Articles and features are contributed by evangelical Lutherans from congregations across America. Connections is published six times a year, plus special editions at Christmas and Easter. A one-year subscription is: $20.00. Go to: www.bible-aliveministries.com/magazine.htm
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