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< Back Confirmation Day 3: Jesus, the Son of God Day 3, Lesson 5: Courtship & Marriage, He Made Them Male and Female Objective Marriage is a life-long union ordained by God between a man and a woman - a help suitable for each other; Through marriage God fulfills His creation work according to His will Learning Outcome Explain how God established marriage for the benefit of mankind. Confirmation Exercise Questions None Reference Material Booklet Song: You made us for each other, God, / You gave us one another. / Oh, may our hearts abide in love / That each would serve the other. (SHZ 253 v.1) Booklet Text: Charity suffereth long, and is kind (1 Cor. 13:4) Additional Reference Material SCRIPTURE Gen. 1:26-28; 2:23,24; Exod. 20:14; Matt. 5:28; John 8:1-11; Rom. 1:22-27; 1 Cor. 6:9,15,16,18-20; 7:1,2,7-9; 10:8; Gal. 5:19; Eph. 5:5; 1 John 2:16; Prov. 18:22; 19:14; 31:10-12; Matt. 19:5; 1 Cor. 13; Eph. 5:22-33; 6:1-4; Col.3:18-21; 2; Tim. 2:22; Eph. 4:32 CURRICULUM Lessons 7.3, 7.4, 9.6 ADDITIONAL LESSON POINTS Marriage is instituted and ordained by God; this union only ends with the death of one spouse. The purpose of marriage is to receive a help “meet”, and for procreation. In God's creation man and woman are equal, although they are different. The unmarried and single state are just as worthy roles and forms of life as the married state. Understand the purpose of courtship and how a believer conducts him/herself in courtship avoiding temptation (for example, by listening to God's Word, discussing our temptations with other believers, caring for our conscience, choosing a sincerely believing group of friends, etc.) Understand what are the most important characteristics in a life's companion. Student will feel responsibility in the matters of love and courtship and understand that God forgives sins and failing in this area also. Student will recognize the outward and inward prerequisites for establishing a family. RESOURCES By Faith 35; Christian Doctrine 93, 94; From Victory to Victory, p. 75-82; Luther’s Small Catechism Pastor’s Guide to Christian Weddings Christian Courtship, 1996 Outlook Summer Services – Youth Discussion D Rintamaki The Sanctity of Marriage, 1999 Detroit Summer Services, Walt Lampi The Scriptural Foundation of Marriage and Family, W. Lampi, Crossing the Current, p. 70 He Made Them Male and Female, 2006 LLC Sum. Svc. Youth Discussion K. Waaraniemi; The Treasure Hidden in the Field, J. Uljas, p. 100-106 The Beauty of Courtship, At the Crossroads of Choosing, p.55 VZ: – series of articles in February, March, April, and June 2003 Previous Next

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Confirmation Refresher Course We are happy to announce a Confirmation School Refresher Course for Adults. This course will as noted below at the LLC office in Monticello, Minn., with online access also available to all who are interested. This course will cover Confirmation School lessons in the current curriculum. The lessons and discussions will be led by experienced Confirmation School teachers. The aim of this course is to provide an opportunity for adults to gather and be refreshed in these important lessons of life and faith. It is an opportunity for adults to learn about what the current Confirmation School curriculum contains. Lessons will last approximately 1.5 hours, and coffee will be available for those gathered at the LLC office. There is a suggested course fee of $5.00 per lesson. The proceeds will cover costs of this and other work in God’s Kingdom. All lessons will be held at 1:00 p.m. Central Time. Zoom Link Schedule Past lessons are linked to the presentation upon completion. Oct. 26, 2021 Lesson 1: The Most Precious Matter In Our Lives Nov. 23, 2021 Lesson 2: God, Our Heavenly Father Jan. 25, 2022 Lesson 3: Faith, a Gift from God Jan. 24, 2023 Lesson 4: The Bible, God's Written Word Apr. 26, 2022 Lesson 5: The Sabbath Day, Keep It Holy May 24, 2022 Lesson 6: Jesus, the Word Made Flesh Sep. 27, 2022 Lesson 7: Jesus, Our Savior Oct. 25, 2022 Lesson 8: Temptation and Sin Nov. 22, 2022 Lesson 9: The Gospel, the Message of Victory Feb. 28, 2023 Lesson 10: Courtship and Marriage. He Made Them Male and Female Apr. 25, 2023 Lesson 11: The Holy Spirit, the Sanctifier May 23, 2023 Lesson 12: God's Kingdom, Our Mother Sep. 26, 2023 Lesson 13: Conscience, God's Voice In Us Oct. 24, 2023 Lesson 14: Death and Resurrection Jan. 23, 2024 Lesson 15: Heaven, Our Goal Feb. 27, 2024 Lesson 16: Grace, Unmerited Love Apr. 23, 2024 Lesson 17: Repentance, a Change of Heart May 28, 2024 Lesson 18: Prayer, Thy Will Be Done Sep. 24, 2024 Lesson 19: Baptism, a Covenant of a Good Conscience Oct. 22, 2024 Lesson 20: Confession, a Grace Privileg e Nov. 19, 2024 Lesson 21: Communion, a Meal of Remembrance Jan. 28, 2025 Lesson 22: Caring for One Another Feb. 25, 2025 Lesson 23: Music, "Sing, O People of the Lord" Apr. 22, 2025 Lesson 24: In the World, Not of the World May 27, 2025 Lesson 25: Luther and the Reformation Sep. 23, 2025 Lesson 26: Laestadian Lutheran Church Oct. 28, 2025 Lesson 27: Mission Work, Spreading the Gospel

< Back Confirmation Day 8: Wrap-Up Day 8, Lesson 1: Confirmation Review Objective Write a key thought for the theme and lessons each day. Learning Outcome Confirmation Exercise Questions Reference Material Additional Reference Material Previous Next

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< Back Confirmation Day 4: The Holy Spirit, The Spirit of God Day 4, Lesson 2: God's Kingdom, Our Mother Objective Small, holy group of believing people; The workplace of the Holy Spirit is in the congregation where it continues the work of Christ Learning Outcome Describe what our Mother congregation is and where it can be found. Confirmation Exercise Questions #13. What are some of the names given in the Bible for the congregation or kingdom of God? Mother, Mount Zion, the pillar and ground of truth, the True Vine, the sheepfold, Jerusalem, the golden candlestick, the Bride of Christ. #20. What is meant by the office of the keys? The authority that Jesus gave to His own to forgive sins. #21. Where and with what words did Jesus authorize His own to forgive sins? In John 20:22, 23, where He said “Receive ye the Holy Ghost: Whose soever sins ye remit, they are remitted unto them; and whose soever sins ye retain, they are retained.” Reference Material Booklet Song: Jerusalem, God’s Zion, came down from heav’n above. / She’s our beloved mother, whom we, her children, love. / It’s here that God is dwelling, in Spirit here is found; / Of truth it is the pillar and is its very ground. (SHZ 188 v.1) Booklet Text: “Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” (Luke 12:32) Additional Reference Material SCRIPTURE Luke 12:32; 1 Tim 3:15; Eph. 5:31,32; 1 Thess. 1:6 Matt. 7:21-23; Matt. 28:18-20; Mark 13:11; Luke 12:11, 12; John 14:26; 15:26; 16:7-13; 2 Pet. 1:20, 21; Acts 2:2-4; Acts 19:13-16; Rom. 5:5; 1 Cor. 4:20; 6:19; 2 Cor. 13:14; Eph. 3:4,5; 1 Thess. 1:5; 4:7, 8; 2 Tim. 1:14; Rom. 8; John 20:22,23; Acts 2:38; Matt. 7:21-23; Acts 19:13-16 CURRICULUM Lesson 2.8 ADDITIONAL LESSON POINTS God has a congregation here on earth; it is made up of believers who are joined by the bonds of the Holy Spirit. The work of the Holy Spirit is explained in the Bible, the third article of the Creed, and Luther’s explanation of the third article of the Creed. RESOURCES By Faith 21; Christian Doctrine 44-49; The Holy Spirit and Its Work, V. Juntunen, The Sheepfold Tender, pages 102-111. Previous Next

About The Laestadian Lutheran Church takes its name from Martin Luther and Lars Levi Laestadius. The name of the reformer Martin Luther and his teachings are well known around the world. The name of Laestadius is less familiar. Lars Levi Laestadius was a Lutheran pastor who served in northern Sweden from 1825-1861. In 1844, after nine years in the ministry, Laestadius was helped into living faith by a woman names Milla Clementsdotter, a member of a group known as "Readers". Following his conversion, Laestadius's sermons were instilled with a new power, the power of the Holy Spirit. A revival movement began and soon spread far beyond the borders of Swedish Lapland. The movement reached North America with Finnish immigrants in the 1860s. Congregations were first formally organized in Cokato, Minnesota in 1872 and Calumet, Michigan in 1873. Since 1890 a number of schisms have splintered the movement on this continent. The subjects of disagreement have primarily been the understanding of justification, God's congregation, and the sacraments. The Laestadian Lutheran Church (LLC) was organized on June 9, 1973 under the name "Association of American Laestadian Congregations" (AALC). The association changed its name in 1995 in order to better convey its spiritual heritage and the nature of its organization. Today the Laestadian Lutheran Church has over thirty member congregations in the United States and Canada. The congregations are served by over 100 ministers. The teachings of Laestadianism are based on the Bible and the Lutheran Confessions. Centermost among these teachings is the sermon of Jesus' suffering, death, and victorious resurrection. The work of Jesus Christ continues in this world as the work of the Holy Spirit in Christ's congregation. Thus the Laestadian Lutheran Church teaches of God's kingdom and preaches repentance and the forgiveness of sins. We hold, in accord with the Lutheran Confessions, that the Bible is the highest guide and authority for Christian faith, doctrine, and life. Position Statements The Kingdom of Heaven Our History Our Mission How We Believe Our Organization LLC Operating Plan Member Congregations Sister Organizations Kingdom of Peace Website Contact Us