Luther's Theology

""Iwand's theology was shaped by the experience of two world wars. He was also influenced by the renaissance of Luther scholarship. In this context, Iwand interprets Luther's admonition--'Let God be God'--as a prime witness to the illusion of human control. Christ on the cross embraces the desperation of existence and imparts divine forgiveness through faith. A powerful work in a fine translation."" --Walter Sundberg, professor emeritus of church history, Luther Seminary ""I highly recommend this engaging translation of Hans Iwand's posthumous works. As one of the most penetrating interpreters of Luther's writings, Iwand not only gives us insight into the radicality of Luther's theology--especially with regard to Luther's realistic understanding of God's promises in Jesus Christ--but he also helps us understand the profound relevance of Luther's call to faith for our own time."" --Lois Malcolm, Olin and Amanda Fjelstad Reigstad Professor of Systematic Theology, Luther Seminary ""Theologian Hans Joachim Iwand influenced many throughout Europe in the mid to late twentieth century, and his Luther's Theology anchored that influence. In this way Iwand influenced two theologians who have themselves made notable impacts on theology within the United States, though in different ways and for different audiences: the German and Reformed Jurgen Moltmann and the American and Lutheran Gerhard Forde. The translators of this important work by Iwand, Roy A. Harrisville and Randi Lundell, have furnished the English-speaking theological world with a fluent and, yes, eloquent work of love. What a gift to read!"" --Gary Simpson, Chair of Theology, Northwestern Lutheran Theological Seminary