Souksamay Phetsanghane

Doctrine of Predestination (Part III)

by Nikolaus Selnecker
translated by Souksamay Phetsanghane

Nikolaus Selnecker provides a thorough systematic treatment of the Christian doctrine of predestination. This difficult article of doctrine is well-covered in a thorough question-and-answer format in this article. It answers a great number of our questions about the nature of election. This translation is published in three parts.

Nikolaus Selnecker

by Souksamay Phetsanghane

After facing death as a young man, Selnecker developed into a leading theologian of the Evangelical Lutheran Church. Gentle in demeanor, Selnecker helped to frame the Formula of Conord. In addition to his theological pursuits, Selnecker was also an accomplished hymn writer.

Doctrine of Predestination (Part II)

by Nikolaus Selnecker
translated by Souksamay Phetsanghane

Nikolaus Selnecker provides a thorough systematic treatment of the Christian doctrine of predestination. This difficult article of doctrine is well-covered in a thorough question-and-answer format in this article. It answers a great number of our questions about the nature of election. This translation is published in three parts.

Doctrine of Predestination (Part I)

by Nikolaus Selnecker
translated by Souksamay Phetsanghane

Nikolaus Selnecker provides a thorough systematic treatment of the Christian doctrine of predestination. This difficult article of doctrine is well-covered in a thorough question-and-answer format in this article. It answers a great number of our questions about the nature of election. This translation is published in three parts.

Venial Sin

by Souksamay Phetsanghane

“Venial” is the classification given to all sins which are not mortal. In his discussion, the author points out that only believers can be said to have committed these sins, because every sin committed by an unbeliever leads to death. He also clearly states that a sin can only be termed “venial” for the sake of Christ, who has paid the penalty for all sin. Knowing that venial sins are forgiven does not give us license to continue in sin, but leads us to praise and thank our God for his infinite mercy.

There is Nothing New Under the Sun

by C.F.W. Walther
translated by Souksamay Phetsanghane

C.F.W. Walther wrote this article during the controversy in American Lutheran churches over the doctrine of predestination. Known as the "Election Controversy," this was a trying time for Lutheran synods in America. Walther's article was one of the many articles supporting the true view of election.

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