Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary: Recent submissions

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    • The Spirit Called Pietism – Historical Analysis and Contemporary Concerns 

      Brenner, John M. (0000)
      In this essay, Prof. John M. Brenner examines Pietism as both a historical movement and enduring theological mindset. Originating in 17th-century Germany, Pietism arose in reaction to perceived dead orthodoxy and moral ...

    • The Seminary's Unchanging Foundation in a Changing World: Sola Gratia 

      Brenner, John M. (1988)
      In this essay, Prof. John M. Brenner explores the foundational Lutheran doctrine of sola gratia—salvation by grace alone—as central to the mission and curriculum of Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. He traces the biblical and ...

    • The Doctrine of the Divine Call and Current Practice 

      Brenner, John M. (1994)
      In The Doctrine Of The Divine Call And Current Practice, Prof. John M. Brenner presents a comprehensive study of the biblical foundations, theological significance, and practical implications of the divine call into the ...

    • The Congregation in Its Relationship to the Synod 

      Brenner, John M. (1984)
      In The Congregation in Its Relationship to the Synod, Prof. John M. Brenner explores the biblical doctrines of Church and ministry, emphasizing the invisible nature of the Church as the communion of saints and the universal ...

    • Serving in the Public Ministry of the Gospel is a Privilege and an Honor 

      Brenner, John M. (0000)
      Professor Brenner presents a series of theses on the doctrine of the public ministry and proves them from Scripture.

    • Pietism: Past and Present 

      Brenner, John M. (1989)
      In this essay, Prof. John M. Brenner examines the origins, characteristics, and enduring influence of Pietism within Lutheranism. Beginning with Philipp Jakob Spener’s 1675 publication of Pia Desideria, Brenner traces ...

    • Melanchton's Approach to Scripture in the Apology 

      Brenner, John M. (2010)
      In this essay, Prof. John M. Brenner explores Philipp Melanchthon’s approach to Scripture as presented in the Apology of the Augsburg Confession. Brenner highlights Melanchthon’s deep commitment to the authority, clarity, ...

    • Lutheran Piety in the Life of a Called Worker 

      Brenner, John M. (2007)
      Professor Brenner demonstrates that piety is not an outward display or behavior, nor is it a feeling one gets; rather, it is an attitude and life of service that comes out of faith, a knowledge of law and gospel, and trust ...

    • Key Events in Church History, Part IV 

      Brenner, John M. (0000)
      In Key Events in Church History, Part IV, Prof. John M. Brenner surveys major developments in Christianity from the 19th and 20th centuries, focusing on four transformative movements: the rise of modern missions, the ...

    • How the Military Chaplaincy Led the Missouri Synod into Unionism and Thus Was a Major Factor in Her Downfall 

      Brenner, John M. (1977)
      In this 1977 essay, John M. Brenner examines how the Missouri Synod’s involvement in the U.S. military chaplaincy contributed to its doctrinal decline and eventual break in fellowship with the Wisconsin Synod. Brenner ...

    • Forward In Christ: The Maturing Synod Beyond Itself 

      Brenner, John M. (0000)
      In this essay, Prof. John M. Brenner explores three pivotal developments in the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod’s (WELS) maturation: the founding of the Synodical Conference, the federation with the Michigan and ...

    • Forward In Christ: Doctrinal Challenges and Language Change 

      Brenner, John M. (0000)
      In this historical essay, Prof. John M. Brenner explores three pivotal challenges faced by the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS): the doctrine of church and ministry, the transition from German to English, and ...

    • Continuing in His Word - A History of the Wisconsin Lutheran Quarterly 

      Brenner, John M. (0000)
      In Continuing In His Word, Prof. John M. Brenner presents a detailed historical overview of the Wisconsin Lutheran Quarterly (WLQ), tracing its development from its founding in 1904 to its centennial in 2003. He highlights ...

    • Commitment to Pastoral Education 

      Brenner, John M. (2004)
      In Commitment to Pastoral Education, Prof. John M. Brenner presents a comprehensive historical and theological analysis of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod’s dedication to training pastors. Tracing developments ...

    • Circuit Pastors And The Eighth Commandment 

      Brenner, John M. (2001)
      Brenner discusses the role of the circuit pastor, focusing on oversight of doctrine and practice, discipline and keeping the eighth commandment in the performance of these duties.

    • Christ's Love: The Efficacy and Power of the Means of Grace 

      Brenner, John M. (2009)
      In this convention essay, Prof. John M. Brenner explores the central role of the means of grace—God’s Word and sacraments—in the life and mission of the Church. He affirms that salvation is entirely God’s work, accomplished ...

    • American Lutheran Views on Eschatology and How They Related to the American Protestants 

      Brenner, John M. (1999)
      John M. Brenner’s essay, American Lutheran Views on Eschatology and How They Related to the American Protestants, surveys the historical development of millennial thought in American Protestantism and its influence on ...

    • A Synod for the '90s: The 1890s 

      Brenner, John M. (1992)
      In this historical essay, Prof. John M. Brenner explores the formation and development of the Federation of the Wisconsin, Michigan, and Minnesota Synods in the 1890s, focusing especially on the Michigan Synod’s journey ...

    • A Lutheran Examination of Some Current Multicultural Presuppositions 

      Brenner, John M. (0000)
      In this essay, Prof. John M. Brenner critically examines the ideology of multiculturalism from a confessional Lutheran perspective. He distinguishes multiculturalism from crosscultural mission work and evaluates its core ...

    • A Brief Study of Confirmation 

      Brenner, John M. (1996)
      In A Brief Study of Confirmation, Prof. John M. Brenner explores the historical development, theological foundations, and practical implications of the rite of confirmation within Lutheranism and broader Christianity. He ...