Change in Luther's Doctrine of the Ministry

doctor lowell c. green || Abstract - It is unfortunate (but true) that some scholars have sought to demonstrate Luther's teaching on the Holy Ministry by citing only works written during the early years of the Reformation. This classic essay shows the error of such scholarship by documenting Luther's theological maturation and development.

In God's Stead and at God's Behest

reverend john w. fenton || Abstract - In Augustana XXV, the confessors maintain that the absolution is spoken "in God's stead and at God's Behest." This essay clarifies the meaning and implications of this phrase by a careful examination of both the Latin and German versions of the article in the context of the Augsburg Confession and its Apology.