Lay Bible Institute
This event has passed. Details about the Summer 2020 Lay Bible Institute will be posted here as soon as they become available.
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Clara and Spencer Werner Auditorium, Wyneken Hall
Registration: $25 fee covers lunch and a copy of the monograph
Registration deadline: July 15, 2019
An Invitation into the Homes of Practicing Christians
Presenter
Dr. Anthony (Tony) Cook
Studies have revealed much about the state of religion in the United States and how faith is perceived and discussed in public. But how is faith being nurtured in private—with the spouses, children, parents, roommates and even frequent visitors who spend time under our roofs?
Join Rev. Dr. Anthony (Tony) Cook, vice president, Global Ministries, Lutheran Hour Ministries, for an in-depth look at today's Christian households as revealed through new research conducted by Barna Group in collaboration with Lutheran Hour Ministries.
As we uncover faith heritages and history, come discover how vibrant households grow together, practice hospitality, and share their faith with those around them and the next generation.
Jesus in Islam
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sieck Hall, Room 202
Registration: $20
Registration deadline: Sept. 20, 2019
Presenter:
Dr. Abjar Bahkou
Islam is one of the fastest growing religions in the United States and worldwide. According to a recent study by the Pew Research Center, there are about 3.45 million Muslims of all ages living in the United States. By 2050, that number is expected to double.
So how do we, as Christians, reach out to our Muslim neighbors? How can we lovingly and effectively share the Gospel?
Concordia Seminary's Dr. Abjar Bahkou, associate professor of Practical Theology, takes a look at this very topic in the Fall Lay Bible Institute: Jesus in Islam.
- Look at the stories that the Koran uses that are the same in the Gospel's story.
- Examine why the Koran denies the Crucifixion and considers Trinity as blasphemy.
- Discover how to explain the divinity of Christ and the mystery of the Holy Trinity to Muslims.
By exploring the similarities and differences between Islam and Christianity, this workshop will help participants become better equipped to witness to our Muslim neighbor "who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you" (1 Peter 3:15 ESV).
David and the Psalms:
Poetic Reflections on Life with the Lord
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sieck Hall, Room 202
Registration: $20
Registration deadline: Jan. 24, 2020
Presenter:
Dr. Timothy Saleska
In this one-day seminar, through the close reading of selected Psalms, we will take the time to reflect on truths to live by which David expresses in his poetry. We will discuss how and why we modern Christians identify with his words and how we can use these beautiful poems to encourage and nurture our own lives of faith.