Small Catechism

An Overview of the Book of Concord (5202)

In this video, Dr. Kolb provides an overview of the contents of the Book of Concord.

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Luther’s Thoughts on Congregational Roles (5072)

In this video, Dr. Kolb delves more deeply into Table of Duties, or Table of Christian Callings, focusing on a Christian’s responsibilities as a member of church leadership, a pastor, or a member of the congregation.

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Luther’s Thoughts on Our Role in Society (5071)

In this video, Dr. Kolb delves more deeply into Table of Duties, or Table of Christian Callings, focusing on a Christian's responsibilities as a member of society, either as a member of the governing class or the governed class.

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Luther’s Thoughts on Economic Life (5070)

In this video, Dr. Kolb delves more deeply into Table of Duties, or Table of Christian Callings, focusing on a Christian’s responsibilities as a member of the community.

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Luther’s Thoughts on Family Life (5069)

In this video, Dr. Kolb delves more deeply into Table of Duties, or Table of Christian Callings, focusing on family life and a Christian's responsibilities within this realm of life.

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Luther’s Thoughts on the Table of Duties (5068)

In this video, Dr. Kolb makes the case for the Small Catechism not just as a handbook for Christian doctrine but also as a handbook for Christian living. He draws particular attention to the lesser used Table of Duties at the end, discussing our role as God's agents in the various walks of life.

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The Small Catechism: Christian Callings (5022)

Shot on location next to the Katharina von Bora statue outside Luther's residence in Wittenberg, Germany, Dr. Kolb discusses the final section of the Catechism, the Table of Christian Callings, along with a broader discussion of a Christian's responsibilities in the realm of church, society, and family.

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The Small Catechism: Devotional Life (5021)

In this video, Dr. Kolb discusses Luther's Small Catechism as a handbook for devotional living.

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The Small Catechism: The Supper (5020)

In this video, Dr. Kolb discusses the Lord's Supper, what it accomplishes, and how it works. The Lutheran view is contrasted with that of the Roman and reformed churches. It concludes with a discussion of what it means to be worthy.

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The Small Catechism: Confession & Absolution (5019)

In this video, Dr. Kolb provides an overview of the practice of confession and absolution in the Middle Ages, along with Luther's perspective on the correct view and application of confession and absolution.

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