Living in the Kingdom: Reflections on Luther's Catechism, Revised Edition
This revised and updated classic by beloved theologian Alvin N. Rogness explores questions like, "What does it mean to be a responsible citizen of God's kingdom? And how do the teachings of the Bible and the church help us meet the often perplexing problems of life?" Presenting clear and concise responses to dozens of questions, this resource is equally valuable for adults and youth. May be used in adult education, confirmation, and new member classes.
- Publisher Augsburg Fortress
- Format Paperback
- ISBN 9780806649344
- eBook ISBN 9781451403657
- Brand Lutheran Voices
- Dimensions 5.25 x 7.75
- Pages 128
- Publication Date July 27, 2005
Endorsements
"Living in the Kingdom is a jewel box of Christian wisdom, shining with Dr. Alvin Rogness's pastoral clarity. Mature believers and young seekers together may let the light of these reflections illumine your lives with God's gentle strength."
— David L. Tiede, President Emeritus of Luther Seminary
— David L. Tiede, President Emeritus of Luther Seminary
Excerpts
FROM THE FOREWORD
...For Dad, the matters of faith were always a give-and-take between truths we held and questions that swirled. Dad's study was a room of warmth in our house, not simply because of the ever-present pipe smoke, but because the minute any of us would wander in and plop ourselves down on the couch, he was ours, ready to muse and listen and wonder with us. This was the faith—the questions and mystery and unknown-ness of it.... So it's fitting this little volume is written largely in question-and-answer format. A lively faith is never doctrinaire, but is always made up of a healthy amount of both questions and answers.
— by the children of Alvin Rogness
Table of Contents
Foreword
- INTRODUCTION
- Let's Talk about You
- A Word about God
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One Book
THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
- The World of Rules
- What Other Gods?
- A Name to Honor
- One Day a Week
- Loaned to Love
- Reverence for Life
- Where Sex Belongs
- On Honesty
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Your Right to Wish
THE APOSTLE'S CREED
The First Article - More Than a Creator
- Managing the Planet
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Your Father's House
The Second Article - Who Is Jesus?
- Conquerors with Christ
- Guilty — but Free
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Ruler of All
The Third Article - God Is Here
- United in Christ
- This Mysterious Body
- Fruits and Gifts
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Turning the Page
THE LORD'S PRAYER
- An Invitation to Talk
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When You Pray the Lord's Prayer
THE SACRAMENTS
- What Happens at Baptism?
- Together at Supper