“So it is clear that no one can be made right with God by trying to keep the law. For the Scriptures say, “It is through faith that a righteous person has life.”” (Galatians 3:11, NLT) Martin Luther was one of the most sincerely religious people in all the world. He prayed. He studied. He devoted his life to God. He went on pilgrimage. He checked all the boxes that any good … [Read more...] about Reformation Reflections: Religion vs Gospel
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Reformation Reflections: It’s About the Kingdom
One of the effects of the Reformation was denominationalism. We have Catholics, Lutherans, Baptists, Methodists, and more. But at the end of the day, God does not have denominations. It is people who have denominations. Standing around the throne in glory, believers will not be separated by denomination but will be united as one. When Martin Luther posted the 95 Theses, he did … [Read more...] about Reformation Reflections: It’s About the Kingdom
Reformation Reflections: Holding the Truth
The truth is unpopular. It will challenge us. It will make us uncomfortable. Jesus was called a blasphemer. He was crucified because of it. Luther was declared a heretic. He was made an outlaw because of it. Let that sink in. What does that tell us? Jesus and Luther both stood on the side of truth, but powerful people wanted them silenced. Listen to the following … [Read more...] about Reformation Reflections: Holding the Truth
Reformation Reflections: Your God is Too Small
Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised, and his greatness is unsearchable. (Psalm 145:3, ESV) Martin Luther did not see God as helpful. He saw God as vindictive and vengeful. He lived in constant fear of God. He did not see God’s love, only God’s anger. What he missed were God’s grace and love. God was more than he ever hoped or dreamed. But all he knew of God was what … [Read more...] about Reformation Reflections: Your God is Too Small
Reformation Reflections: A New Thing
King Solomon was highly regarded for his wisdom. He is the writer of the Book of Proverbs, Song of Solomon, and also Ecclesiastes. But for all the wisdom of Solomon- Ecclesiastes is a depressing book. It speaks to the futility and meaninglessness of life. Listen to what he says: “What has been is what will be, and what has been done is what will be done, and there is nothing … [Read more...] about Reformation Reflections: A New Thing