Courses

Instructor: Earle Treptow

Description:
God’s Word is properly divided only when the distinction between law and gospel is maintained as “an especially glorious light,” in the words of the Formula. Class participants will have opportunity to reflect on God’s two words to sinners, noting what they have in common, how they are different, and how the Lord means for them to be used. Special attention will be given to examples of law and gospel confusion within Christendom, as well as ways in which Lutheran pastors may unwittingly misuse God’s two words, all with the goal of sharpening our use of God’s saving truth, for the benefit of souls (ours and others) and the glory of the Savior.

During Summer Online 2025, this course will run from June 2 through August 8.

This course can be applied to either the Systematic Theology or Preaching and Worship focus area of the STM program.

Course registration will be available in the Student Information System (SIS) beginning March 17, 2025, and close May 5, 2025. Use the "Login with Office 365 button" once you've received a student account and are logged in to Microsoft 365 with that student account. Need an account? Request one here.

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Financial assistance is also available. If your congregation is paying for your tuition, please submit a financial aid request form with that information so you may receive the tuition discount.

Advanced Degree Program(s): STM
Area of Study: Systematic Theology
Tuition: $1200
Course Number: ST5004
Course Credits: 3.0