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Applications of the Principles of Church Fellowship
(1994)In this 1994 essay, John F. Brug explores the practical application of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod’s (WELS) doctrine of church fellowship. Building on the “unit concept” of fellowship—requiring full doctrinal ... -
Application of the Scriptural Principles Concerning the Service of Women in the Church
(1990)John F. Brug’s 1990 essay addresses the practical application of biblical principles regarding the roles of women in the church, focusing on headship, submission, silence, teaching, and authority. Drawing from key scriptural ... -
An Interdisciplinary Study of the "A" Coins of Yehochanan
(1981)John F. Brug investigates the enigmatic “A” coins attributed to Yehochanan, a Hasmonean high priest, aiming to determine whether they belong to Hyrcanus I or Hyrcanus II. He evaluates historical, epigraphic, numismatic, ... -
An Exegetical Brief: A Puzzling Verb Form
(0000)John F. Brug explores the puzzling passive verb form μοιχευθῆναι in Matthew 5:32, which has significant implications for the biblical doctrine of divorce. He questions the traditional interpretation that a man who unjustly ... -
An Amazing Century?
(0000)In An Amazing Century?, John F. Brug explores the challenges and uncertainties facing humanity and the church as the 21st century begins. Building on reflections from the previous century, Brug examines key areas likely ... -
An Amazing Century!
(0000)John F. Brug’s essay, An Amazing Century!, reflects on the profound material, social, and technological changes of the 20th century and their impact on the work of the Christian church, particularly within the Wisconsin ... -
Addressing Some Misconceptions about the Wisconsin and Missouri Synod Positions on Church and Ministry
(1993)Professor Brug takes an objective look at the approaches and caricatures of doctrine that have appeared concerning church and ministry in Lutheran synods. After defining “minister” and “ministry” from both a wide and narrow ... -
Stand Fast in the True Grace of God!: A Study of 1 Peter
(0000)The discourse organization of 1 Peter presents an interesting and rather complicated mixture of biblical instruction and practical exhortation, each of which complements the other to make a clear testimony to “the true ... -
A Scriptural and Historical Survey of the Doctrine of the Antichrist
(1998)Even after a brief examination of passages from 1 John 2; 2 Thessalonians 2; Revelation 13,17; Daniel 7, 8, one must come to the conclusion that the Antichrist must reside in Rome and come from within the Church. The ... -
A Doctrinal Study of the ELCA in 2012
(2012)Professor Brug offers his most recent analysis of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). After a quick review of the history leading up to the formation of the ELCA, Brug takes a close look at three specific ... -
"Working Together for the Truth" -- The Biblical Concept of Fellowship
(1985)John F. Brug’s essay explores the biblical doctrine of church fellowship, emphasizing its positive nature as “working together for the truth.” He outlines the “unit concept” of fellowship, which requires agreement in all ... -
A Brief History of St. Philip's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
(2003)Patrick Brown’s paper chronicles the dynamic history of St. Philip’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milwaukee from its founding in 1955 through 2003. Originating in a converted broom factory, the congregation grew rapidly ...