by Pastor Willitz | Dec 21, 2022
When a believer dies physically, his soul goes to heaven. When an unbeliever dies physically, his soul goes to hell. On Judgment Day Jesus Christ will return to the world visibly and raise the bodies of all the dead. All bodies will be reunited with their souls, and...
by Pastor Willitz | Dec 21, 2022
In order to publicly administer his means of grace in his Church, the Lord has given the office of public ministry. Through the church, God calls individuals to administer the word and the sacraments on behalf of the church and in the stead of Jesus Christ.
by Pastor Willitz | Dec 21, 2022
Before the creation of the world, God chose and knew those whom he would call, enlighten, sanctify, and preserve in the true faith. Believers are saved because God chose them, not because they chose God. The Bible nowhere describes an eternal election to damnation....
by Pastor Willitz | Dec 21, 2022
After a person has received the gift of faith through the work of the Holy Spirit, he begins to perform good works. Good works are thoughts, words, and actions that are in accord with the will of God. The believer desires to do good works and cooperates in doing good...
by Pastor Willitz | Dec 21, 2022
Prayer is good work. Through prayer, a believer enjoys the privilege of bringing his thanks, praise, and concerns to God, who promises to hear the prayers of his faithful people. God promises to answer prayer according to His good and gracious will.
