Tag Archives: Lutheran Reformation

A Mighty Fortress, Understood

Posted on January 14, 2013 by

Martin’s Depression The hymn A Mighty Fortress Is Our God gloriously celebrates God’s power. It was penned by the great 16th-century reformer Martin Luther, who believed God’s power could help believers overcome great difficulties — even depression. Given his pastoral heart, he sought … Continue reading →

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Sin Boldly

Posted on September 21, 2010 by

‘If you are a preacher of mercy, do not preach an imaginary but the true mercy. If the mercy is true, you must therefore bear the true, not an imaginary sin. God does not save those who are only imaginary … Continue reading →

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