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OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST
WHAT DO LUTHERAN CHRISTIANS BELIEVE?

WHAT WE BELIEVE
The Prince of Peace… The Word made flesh (human)… Savior and Lord… The King of Kings… The Lion of Judah… The Lamb of God

Matthew 16:13-17 (NIV)
When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?"
They replied, “Some say you are John the Baptist. Others say you are Elijah, and still others say you are Jeremiah or one of the prophets.”
“But what about you?, Jesus asked them, Who do you say I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”
Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by man, but by my Father in heaven."

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Our faith tradition is based on a life-transforming story.
The ELCA’s story is both ancient and timely.
It’s a story of a powerful and patient God who has boundless love for all people of the world,
who brings justice for the oppressed.
It’s a story of Jesus Christ, changing lives.
It’s a story that brings comfort and strength to people who today live in modern, often unsettling times.
Learn more about our beliefs—and become a part of our story.

WHO WE ARE
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

The ELCA is a community of faith that shares a passion for making positive changes in the world. Our faith is built around a strong belief in God as made known to us in Jesus Christ. Through worship, service, and education, we practice our faith, grow our relationship with God and experience God's grace in our lives. Learn more about What We Believe.

We also work hard to put our faith into action. In today’s complex world, we strive to make a difference in practical, realistic ways.

With nearly 10,500 congregations across the U.S., Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and nearly five million members—we welcome you to experience this church right in your community. Explore the ELCA, and help us celebrate our gift of faith—with action.

QUESTIONS ANSWERED ABOUT OUR CHURCH AND FAITH:
Who is JESUS CHRIST ?

What is the Church ?

Why a Lutheran church ?

Is Lutheranism the ONLY TRUE RELIGION ?

How Do Lutherans Look upon the BIBLE ?

What Do Lutherans Believe About CREATION ?

Where Do Lutherans Stand on the Question of SIN ?

What SACRAMENTS Do Lutherans Accept ?

Do Lutherans Believe in LIFE AFTER DEATH ?

What Must a Person Do to Become a Christian ?

What Must a Person Do to Become a Lutheran?

CLICK HERE FOR THE ANSWERS
Ecumenical Vision
The quest for Christian unity in the world, "That they may all be one" (John 17:21), inspires the faith and shapes the life of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The ELCA Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations has the task of assisting this church in that quest. Learn about who we are and the Ecumenical Vision of the ELCA.

Churches in Full Communion with the ELCA:

Lutheran World Federation
The Episcopal Church, USA
The Moravian Church in America
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Reformed Church in America
United Church of Christ

Ecumenical link
HE IS GOD (A faith statement)

He is the First and Last,
The Beginning and the End!

He is the keeper of Creation and the Creator of all!
He is the Architect of the universe and the Manager of all times.
He always was, He always is, and He always will be ...
unmoved, Unchanged, Undefeated, and never Undone!

He was bruised and brought healing!
He was pierced and eased pain!
He was persecuted and brought freedom!
He was dead and brought life!
He is risen and brings power!
He reigns and brings Peace!
The world can't understand him,
The armies can't defeat Him,
The schools can't explain Him, and The leaders can't ignore Him.
Herod couldn't kill Him, The Pharisees couldn't confuse Him, and The people couldn't hold Him!
Nero couldn't crush Him, Hitler couldn't silence Him,
The New Age can't replace Him, and "Oprah" can't explain Him away!

He is light, love, longevity, and Lord.
He is goodness, Kindness, Gentleness, and God.
He is Holy, Righteous, mighty, powerful, and pure.

His ways are right,
His word is eternal,
His will is unchanging, and His mind is on me.
He is my Savior,
He is my guide, and He is my peace!
He is my Joy,
He is my comfort,
He is my Lord, and He rules my life!

I serve Him because His bond is love,
His burden is light, and His goal for me is abundant life.

I follow Him because He is the wisdom of the wise,
the power of the powerful,
the ancient of days, the ruler of rulers, the leader of leaders, the overseer of the overcomers, and is to come. And if that seems impressive to you, try this for size.

His goal is a relationship with ME!
He will never leave me,
never forsake me,
never mislead me,
never forget me,
never overlook me and
never cancel my appointment in His appointment book!

When I fall, He lifts me up!
When I fail, He forgives!
When I am weak, He is strong!
When I am lost, He is the way!
When I am afraid, He is my courage!
When I stumble, He steadies me!
When I am hurt, He heals me!
When I am broken, He mends me!
When I am blind, He leads me!
When I am hungry, He feeds me!
When I face trials, He is with me!
When I face persecution, He shields me!
When I face problems, He comforts me!
When I face loss, He provides for me!
When I face Death, He carries me Home!

He is everything for everybody everywhere, every time, and every way.

He is God, He is faithful. I am His, and He is mine!

My Father in heaven can whip the father of this world.
So, if you're wondering why I feel so secure, understand this...

He said it and that settles it.
God is in control, I am on His side,
and that means all is well with my soul.

Everyday is a blessing for GOD Is!
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