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Exegetical Brief: Matthew 10:23—Which Coming of the Son of Man?
(0000)What coming was Jesus referring to when he said, “Truly I tell you, you will not finish going through the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes”? In this exegetical brief, Professor Zell narrows the answer down to ... -
Multi-Language Publications: Ten Years of Bringing the Written Word to the World
(2007)Jeremy Belter’s paper chronicles the first decade of Multi-Language Publications (MLP), a WELS initiative founded in 1996 by Pastor Harold Essmann to coordinate and produce confessional Lutheran literature for global mission ... -
Exegetical Brief: Luke 15:7 - Who Are the Ninety-Nine?
(0000)Why did Jesus finish his parable about finding the lost sheep with his words about the ninety-nine? Who are the ninety-nine? Was Jesus describing the Pharisees as he closed out the parable of the lost sheep? Was he speaking ... -
Exegetical Brief: Is Matthew 24:29-31 Interpreted Figuratively or Literally?
(2009)Although figurative language abounds in Matthew, Professor Zell contends in this exegetical brief that Jesus’ words in Matthew 24:29-31 are to be taken literally, much to the joy and edification of those who are watching ... -
Explosion in Their Centennial Year: St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Red Wing, Minnesota
(1981)Dennis Belter’s historical essay recounts the doctrinal and congregational crisis that struck St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Red Wing, Minnesota, during its 100th anniversary year. The conflict stemmed from ... -
An Exegetical Study of First Corinthians 11 17-32
(1985)Pastor Dennis Belter presents a detailed exegetical analysis of 1 Corinthians 11:17–32, focusing on the Apostle Paul’s teaching regarding abuses of the Lord’s Supper in the Corinthian congregation. The study divides the ... -
Exegetical Brief: How has the Son of God been “made perfect”? (Hebrews 2:9-11; 5:9; 7:28)
(2009)In his exegetical brief, Professor Zell examines the translation “made perfect” when it is applied to Jesus in the book of Hebrews. He states that the word τελειῶσαι in these passages is best understood with the idea of ... -
A Brief History of the Kokomo Four
(1987)Raymond Bell’s essay provides a detailed historical and theological account of the “Kokomo Justification Controversy” within the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS). The dispute centered on the doctrine of objective ... -
Exegetical Brief: Heaping Fiery Coals on Your Enemy’s Head (Romans 12:20)
(2010)How does Paul’s encouragement to “overcome evil with good” align with “heaping coals on someone’s head”? Professor Zell examines the evidence and the different interpretations for this passage in Romans and shows how it ... -
God's Message to Us in Galatians: The Just Shall Live by Faith
(1994)W.F. Beitz’s essay is a passionate, sweeping meditation on the central message of Galatians: “The just shall live by faith.” Written in a deeply personal and prophetic tone, Beitz critiques the tendency of Christians—pastors, ... -
Exegetical Brief: First Thessalonians 4:4 "That each of you should learn to acquire a wife in a way that is holy and honorable."
(2007)A brief on Paul’s encouragement to the Thessalonians (and to us) to sanctified living in a Christian marriage. In the process, Professor Zell examines the issue of the translation of verse four which has been rendered in ... -
Exegetical Brief: Ephesians 5:10 and 1 Peter 1:7—“Tested and approved”
(2008)This brief was originally published in volume 105/1 (Winter 2008) of the Wisconsin Lutheran Quarterly. Although δοκιμάζω is common word, its appearance in Ephesians 5:10 and 1 Peter 1:7 sometimes cause translators some ... -
Exegetical Brief: Colossians 2:11-13 In Baptism God Works Faith and Makes Us Alive, Joining Us to Christ
(2014)In this exegetical brief, Professor Zell shows how the Greek phrasing of the Colossians 2:11-13 equip the church to confess the Christian faith boldly and to speak correctly about baptism and faith and God’s gracious working ... -
Exegetical Brief on Mark 7:19 "Who or what makes all foods clean?"
(2012)Four words (καθαρίζων πάντα τὰ βρώματα) bring Mark 7:19 to a close and are the focus of this exegetical brief. A straightforward translation is “cleansing all foods,” but the challenging question is “Who or what is it that ... -
The Relevancy of the 95 Theses to 1967
(1967)Edward Zell’s essay, presented at the 1967 Symposium on the 95 Theses, explores the enduring significance of Martin Luther’s 1517 proclamation in light of contemporary theological and ecclesiastical challenges. Zell affirms ... -
The Gimbals of the Gospel – The Doctrine of Church and Ministry in the WELS
(1995)In this comprehensive 1995 essay, Rev. Edward G. Zell examines the doctrine of Church and Ministry within the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), focusing on the evolving understanding of the Public Ministry of ... -
Bach on Luther - The Catechism Hymns
(2012)A lecture and recital by Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary seniors Philip Moldenhauer and Jacob Behnken. Professor James P. Tiefel, advisor. -
The Appropriateness and Value of Customs Associated with the Sacraments and Church Rites
(1964)Presented at the 1964 Michigan District Convention, Edward Zell’s essay examines the theological and practical value of key customs associated with baptism, confirmation, and communion in Lutheran worship. Zell emphasizes ... -
La Iglesia Luterana De San Pablo, Tucson, Arizona: WELS First Spanish Mission
(1982)Thomas Behnke’s historical essay chronicles the founding and development of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod’s (WELS) first Spanish-speaking mission congregation, La Iglesia Luterana De San Pablo in Tucson, Arizona. ... -
A History of Lola Park Evangelical Lutheran Church
(1980)Edward Zell’s historical account of Lola Park Evangelical Lutheran Church in Detroit, Michigan, chronicles its founding in 1945 amid wartime restrictions and economic uncertainty. Beginning with a relocated chapel and the ...