Eric S. Hartzell

"Author Eric Hartzell traces (the Baptist churches) history back to 17th century England. He describes their Calvinistic roots and shows that, by contrast, most modern Baptists teach some form of "decision theology". He demonstrates that Baptists are not a single denomination but are a cluster of denominations, each with its own unique characteristics. He explains that Baptist have never promoted formal creeds or denominational loyalties. After showing that much of Baptist theology doesn't present the gospel clearly, the authur challenges Lutherans to talk confidently and sincerely about their faith with their Baptist friends and relatives." From the back of the book.… (more)

"In 1893, German missionaries George Adascheck and John Plocher embarked on the very first WELS world mission to the Apache people at the Fort Apache and San Carlos reservation. Over time, they and the missionaries that followed were called Inashood, the Apache word for "Pastor" (literally translated, "man in long black robe"). As the first ever compilation of WELS Apache mission history, Inashood weaves together reports, newspaper articles, photographs, and journals from the period into a single, down-to-earth account of the missionaries and the people they served. Featuring thought-provoking evangelism insights and a bit of humor, this book will inspire you to share God's love and the truth of the gospel with the people around you, even across cultural boundaries."… (more)