Luther’s partner in the gospel
God used Philip Melanchthon’s distinct gifts to serve the church. When people think about the Lutheran Reformation, one name comes to mind: Martin Luther. His bold stand, his powerful writing,…
Speaking truth to power
They were laymen. They were courageous political leaders. And they were faithful Lutherans. Theirs is a truly fascinating story—an account of incredible courage, life-or-death drama, and unwavering conviction. It was…
Securely in God’s hands
The bondage of the will, a topic Martin Luther defended 500 years ago, reminds us that our salvation rests not in our bound will but in Christ’s finished work. Let’s…
God’s perfect gift
Some people are hard to buy for. They never ask for anything, never express their wishes out loud, and never seem to need anything. You might find yourself asking, “What…
A confessional Lutheran synod
As Christians, we confess our faith when we state publicly what we believe. Early Christians confessed their faith boldly in the face of fierce opposition and even persecution. After Jesus’…
So much more
October is the time for us to recall how God worked through Martin Luther to restore the truth and beauty of the gospel at a time when it had become…
Visualizing the truths of Scripture
Martin Luther’s personal seal shares important biblical truths. What does your online presence testify about your faith? The celebration of the Reformation in October is a good time to remember…
Q&A: Are there different levels of hell for different degrees of sin?
Are the levels of hell determined by how “bad” a sinner someone was? Is one sin, therefore, worse than another? There is not a plethora of information provided by Scripture…
A real church wedding
It was an unlikely marriage. He was 41 years old; she was 26. He had been excommunicated by the Roman Catholic Church, and she had run away from a convent.…