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How to Use the Small Catechism in Daily Prayer and Family Devotions

Luther wrote the Small Catechism specifically for daily household use — not just as a curriculum for confirmation class but as a guide for morning prayer, evening prayer, and family devotions. Here's how to put it into practice today.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

May 2, 2026

church historyCover of Roger Olson's book The Story of Christian Theology on a desk beside classic Christian creeds and confessions.

The Story of Christian Theology: The Best Single-Volume Introduction to Historical Theology

The Story of Christian Theology by Roger Olson is a single-volume narrative history of Christian doctrine that traces how core beliefs and major creeds developed from the early church to the modern era, making it an ideal first textbook for historical theology.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

April 15, 2026

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What Is the Lutheran Confession? A Guide to the Book of Concord

The Lutheran Confession refers to the confessional documents of the Lutheran Church, gathered in the Book of Concord (1580). This guide introduces what the Book of Concord is, why it matters, and how it shapes Lutheran theology and worship.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

March 21, 2026