Before you were born, God knew you and loved you!

This simple-concept illustrated children's book communicates the living relationship between God and every child, from the moment of each child's conception. Encourage interaction between parents and children that reinforces the truth that God made them alive from their beginning. Brothers, sisters, multiples—every child!—are a gift to our families. Adults are encouraged to remind children that life is precious and of the highest value to our heavenly Father. After all, he gave His Son so that we could have eternal life.

Practical instructions regarding preparation for communion, baptism, marriage, burial, confirmation, and other services and seasons and festivals of the Church Year. Also includes ideas for organizing an altar guild and a glossary of terms.

Practical manual covers altar guild functions such as displaying, cleaning, and storing paraments and linens appropriately, preparing for and cleaning up after worship services, ordering supplies, and more.

The Old Testament prophets spoke to Israel in times of historical and moral crisis. They saw themselves as being part of a story that God was weaving throughout history—a story of repentance, encouragement, and a coming Messiah. In this updated introductory book, each major and minor prophet and his writing is clustered with the major historical events of his time.

The Neo-Assyrian prophets and the fall of the Northern Kingdom (Israel). Prophets include: Jonah, Amos, Hosea, Micah, and Isaiah.

The Neo-Babylonian prophets and of the fall on the Southern Kingdom (Judah). Prophets include: Zephaniah, Habakkuk, Jeremiah, Nahum, Ezekiel, Obadiah, and Lamentations.

The Persian prophets and the Jewish return to Israel. Prophets include: Daniel, Haggai, Zechariah, Joel, and Malachi.

Our generational distance from the age of the prophets might seem to be a measureless chasm. Yet we dare not make the mistake of assuming that passing years have rendered irrelevant not only the Old Testament prophets, but also the God who comprehends, spans, and transcends all time. In these pages, C. Hassell Bullock presents a clear picture of some of history’s most profound spokesmen—the Old Testament prophets—and the God who shaped them.

Spring '24
Required FLS textbook for Major Prophets course taught by Dr. Brent Olson, Professor of Old Testament.

Spring '23
Required FLS textbook for Minor Prophets course taught by Dr. Brent Olson, Professor of Old Testament.

Spring '22
Required FLS textbook for Major Prophets course taught by Dr. Brent Olson, Professor of Old Testament.

Spring '20
Required FLS textbook for Major Prophets course taught by Dr. Brent Olson, Professor of Old Testament.

Handy foldout pamphlet uses a letter form to look at various Scripture passages compared to Jehovah Witness teachings. Appropriate for giving to members who bring literature to your door.

When Christians share their faith with Jewish friends and family, difficult questions arise. Combining scholarship, spiritual seriousness, and an engaging style, Jewish believer Michael Brown offers fair and comprehensive answers to general, historical, and theological queries regarding Old Testament prophecies, the Messiah, New Testament teachings, and more. Thoroughly documented and footnoted.

Volume 1 - General and Historical Objections.

Share God's Word with young children through lively poems and colorful illustrations.

Share God’s Word with young children through lively poems and colorful illustrations about Jesus meeting two friends on the road to Emmaus after His Resurrection.

Share God's Word with young children through lively poems and colorful illustrations.

Share God's Word with young children through lively poems and colorful illustrations.

Share God's Word with young children through lively poems and colorful illustrations.

Norwegian Ole Hallesby was known as a Lutheran seminary dogmatics professor but also pietistic revival preacher. His concern for the conversion of souls is evidenced in this new collection of his writings. Hallesby viewed faith as “a personal and experiential awareness of the revelation of salvation in Christ given through the Word.”

Foldout pamphlet, colorful and informative, 5.5" x 8.5" when closed. Fits inside most Bible covers.

Correlating wall chart also available.

In this little booklet, Dr. Francis Schaeffer shows how the Bible records the use of various art forms in the Old Testament and suggests eleven perspectives within which a Christian view of art can take shape.

What does God say about the arts? Can a Christian be an artist? How do the arts impact your church? Theologically rich and remarkably readable, this book offers sound biblical reasons to cultivate a sense of beauty and use our creative gifts to the glory of God.

In 1530 when the Lutherans were required to present their confession of faith before the Holy Roman Emperor in Augsburg, Germany, the Augsburg Confession was publicly presented. Updated Dau/Bente text in modern English taken from Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions—A Reader’s Book of Concord.

One of the primary confessional documents of the Lutheran movement contained in the Book of Concord, the Augsburg Confession was the first formal presentation of the faith from a Lutheran perspective to the Church and Roman Empire. The 28 articles of the Unaltered Augsburg Confession are printed in their entirety in this book along with brief narrative applications of each article.

An honest look into the challenges and joys of ministering to youth along with practical helps for both the volunteer and professional youth worker alike, this book will encourage you to understand yourself better as a leader, work more confidently with your students, and embrace the privilege of seeing kids, parents, and entire families grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus. Free downloadable study guide available.

Although J. S. Bach is most often remembered for his music, the author reminds us of the message of Bach’s works and of his understanding and devotion to his vocation within the church. Maintaining that the Reformation heritage provides the underlying thematic and religious inspiration for Bach's work, Pelikan delves into three main movements within Lutheran theology of the 17th and 18th centuries. He also points to Bach’s particular interest in the meaning of the cross, and to redemption and atonement through the death and resurrection of Christ.

Can infants believe? Why do we baptize infants? Are babies really sinful? Addresses these issues and questions asked by concerned parents and other Christians through a thorough study of pertinent Scripture passages and a look at the practices of the early Christian church.

Fall ’25
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology course taught by Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

Fall ’24
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology courses taught by Dr. Jason Gudim and Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

SIT 2024
Recommended SIT textbook for Session B.
Means of Grace in the Congregation (Dr. Steve Mundfrom)

Reminder: Select one recommended resource per session to link to your reflective essay.

Fall ’23
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology courses taught by Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

Fall ’22
Recommended FLBC textbook for Means of Grace and Eschatology courses taught by Dr. Steven Mundfrom, Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History.

Why is it important for today's Christians to know about the Church Fathers? What's important about the Sacraments, like Baptism and Communion? And why should today's Christians truly care about them? Grammy-nominated Christian rapper FLAME asked himself these questions before coming to Lutheranism and seeing, firsthand, how important it is to know the history of the church. Study the early Church Fathers, Scripture, and Christian history alongside FLAME's conversational voice to see for yourself why their teachings from Scripture are important to study, and live out, today.

We know the Bible is important, but many of us struggle with it. We're not biblical experts—though we may have started enough reading plans to be really familiar with Genesis. If we're honest, the Bible often intimidates us, confuses us, and reading it doesn't always thrill us.

And yet, the Bible is where God reveals his loving character and incredible plan of redemption. In a practical and engaging manner, Matt Smethurst—a pastor in Richmond, Virginia—presents nine heart postures that will prepare you to unpack all that's awaiting you in God's Word.

Although there are many great resources on how to read and study Scripture, hardly any focus exclusively on how to approach it in the first place. That's what Smethurst provides in this unique "prelude" to opening your Bible. For without the right heart postures, we're not yet ready to start reading.

A plain understanding of "the state of grace" is clearly presented in this masterpiece of devotional literature by Carl Rosenius.

Fall '18

Recommended AFLBS textbook for Corinthian Letters course taught by Dr. Phil Haugen, Professor of New Testament.

This beautifully illustrated book shows the rich tradition and symbols of the Church and explains their meaning and use. Pastors, parents, teachers, and congregations can use this book to give children and youth a better understanding of Christian symbolism.

Examines contemporary objections to preaching, looking in particular at the influence of television and computer technology. Explores theological foundations for preaching, discusses how to overcome obstacles to Bible study, and how to prepare sermons. Addressed to the head as well as the heart, this book will encourage and challenge ministers and laypersons to give themselves wholeheartedly to their calling—to make known God's message of salvation to a world in dire need of hearing it.

Required reading option in Category A for FLS interns.

This introductory guide to Luther’s life, theology, and works presents and summarizes his major writings, such as The Bondage of the Will and On the Councils and the Church, and includes with annotations the complete Ninety-Five Theses as well as guidance for studying Luther's ethical writings, hymns, and sermons.

Foldout pamphlet, colorful and informative, 5.5" x 8.5" when closed. Fits inside most Bible covers.

Correlating book and Powerpoint also available.

This full-color reproducible guide gives a clear and simple overview of each book of the Bible and includes purpose, key themes and outline, and what each book teaches about Jesus as well as photos, maps, and timelines. Perfect for personal or group study.

Foldout pamphlet, colorful and informative, 5.5" x 8.5" when closed. Fits inside most Bible covers.