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Get in-depth information on the Lutheran Church
The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod features information on Lutheran Belief & Practice online at www.lcms.org, including Lutheran Confessions, Doctrine, and a Christian Cyclopedia.  This site also includes a Frequently Asked Questions section with FAQs on Denominational Differences, The Bible, Moral and Ethical Issues, LCMS Views, Doctrinal Issues, and Worship/Congregational Life.

Find a Lutheran church
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Learn more about Martin Luther
Seemingly larger-than-life, the life of Martin Luther has the makings of a good novel or movie: parental conflict, spiritual agony, life-changing moments, humor, and revolution. Find out more at http://www.lcms.org/pages/internal.asp?NavID=2357.

Search the Bible
Read and research scripture all in the translation or language of your choice at www.BibleGateway.com. Advanced searching capabilities help you easily find and compare particular passages in scripture based on keywords, phrases, or scripture reference, as well as other tools to enhance your study of the Bible.

The Lutheran Seal
A rose, a heart, a cross – what does the imagery mean? Find out here.

Buy print resources on Lutheranism
Available for purchase through Concordia Publishing House at www.cph.org, the following titles offer excellent, first-hand insight into Lutheranism.

Just Words
by Jacob A.O. Preus
Just Words explains the language used by the Bible’s writers to describe and convey what it is that God has done for us in Christ. The explores the wonderful variety, rich texture, and clear doctrine with which God communicates His Good News – the dynamic, saving action of God through Jesus Christ. Order now

The Spirituality of the Cross
by Gene Edward Veith, Jr.
After a journey of years through a variety of religious experiences and frustrations with mysticism and eastern religions, liberal theology and social justice programs, and several branches of Christianity, the author found answers with “the first evangelicals [Lutherans].” He discovered that Christianity is not about a general vague force called God, but about “God in the flesh and God on the cross” and why this matters in everyday life. Order now

Why I am a Lutheran
by Daniel Preus
Through a blend of understandable explanations and real-life stories, the author explores the foundational teachings of the Christian church. Drawing upon 20 years of pastoral experience, the author addresses central doctrines such as sin and grace, Law and Gospel, the person and work of Jesus Christ, and more. But through it all, the focus remains on Jesus Christ – who is “always and only at the center of all Christian teaching.” Order now

Share Your Story
Jesus – and His work for us on the cross – is at the core of Lutheranism. It’s all about what God has done for us – working change in our lives – instead of what we can do for ourselves. Would you like to share what God has done for you?
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Hopefully this overview has answered some of your questions. If it has prompted even more, we invite you to give us a call at 1-800-876-9880 so that we can connect you to a Lutheran church in your area.