John A. Braun

"From the time God Gave his first gospel promise, his Old Testament people waited. Some understood more clearly than others that they weren't waiting for an earthly king but a redeemer from sin. Now God's New Testament people also wait. We long to see the day Jesus returns as promised. Waiting is the theme woven throughout "From Heaven Above". Author John Braun points to numerous promises that buoyed the faith of the Old Testament people as they faces challenges and hardships...and waited. show more As the devotions move toward the Christmas season, they traiin our eyes on people with the special privilege of seeing him whom others had longed to see." From the back of the book. show less

" How much do you know about Jesus’ early ministry?

Jesus started his ministry in the region of Galilee. There he called his first apostles and attracted many large crowds as he began preaching, teaching, and doing miracles. Just as his powerful words and loving actions drew people in then, so too can they draw you in today, bringing you closer to him. In these 55 brief devotions, popular NPH author John Braun traces the course of Jesus’ early ministry, offering personal, spiritual show more insights and clear conviction of Jesus’ true purpose.

As you read Closer to Jesus, you’ll grow in your appreciation and understanding of your Savior’s redeeming work for you! " From https://online.nph.net/closer-to-jesus.html show less

John Braun, the author of Positively Lutheran, explains in easy to understand language what Lutherans believe about Jesus and why. This small but interesting book can be found on the library shelves under the number 230.41/BRA.

“Luther’s 95 Theses became the catalyst for one of the most important protests in church and world history. In fact, it was this movement that inspired the very word Protestant. More important, however, Luther was not merely protesting against a church that had strayed from its origins. He was driven to return the church and all believers to the very foundation of their faith---Jesus Christ. Rediscover that foundation for yourself and gain a deeper appreciation for Martin Luther and the show more Reformation in Luther’s Protest,” a book written by John A. Braun. It can be found on the library shelves under the number 284.1/BRA. show less