He Opened to Us the Scriptures: Essays in Honor of Arthur A. Just Jr.

By Charles A Gieschen

Explore where Scripture, liturgy, and mission meet in the life of the Church.

How does Scripture, worship, and mission truly form the life of the Church? In honor of Arthur A. Just's lifetime of work, He Opened to Us the Scriptures gathers today's leading voices in liturgical theology to reflect on the three main pillars of Just's work. Through this deeply-rooted exploration, you'll witness how a Christ-centered reading of both the Old and New Testament shapes worship, guides Christian discipleship, and emboldens God's people for service.

Articles Include:

Luke: Beauty, Discipleship and the Law's Third Use by Peter J. Scaer God on the Move: A Truly Real Presence Theology by Jeffrey H. Pulse The Arrangement of the Divine Service in the Early Church by John W. Kleinig Is the Three-Year Lectionary Really All That New? By Paul J. Grime Mission Perspectives from the Lutheran Confessions by Andrew K. Pfeiffer

With essays weaving through the Gospel of Luke's compelling narrative and concrete details in the Bible, you'll see how these biblical interpretations are found in your everyday life and parish practice.

Whether you're a pastor, educator, or church member wanting to see Christ's presence anew in worship and ministry, you'll find these essays an essential companion. With serene confidence and gracious clarity, these essays echo the very heart of Christian worship and mission--rooted in the Scriptures, formed by the Gospel, lived with hope.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 075868200X
• ISBN13: 9780758682000
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Concordia Publishing House
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 9.1"