Category Archives: Martin Luther

Luther on Epiphany 4 – Matthew 8:23-27

These quotes are from his House Postils. I commend the entire sermon for your edification. Today’s Gospel presents an episode from which we learn not what things we are to do – for there is no mention of deeds – … Continue reading

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A Helpful Luther Quote for Epiphany 4 – Matthew 8:1-13

An excerpt of Luther’s Introduction to Paul’s Epistle to the Romans.

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Notes for Trinity 24 – Matthew 9:18-26

Trinity 24 is an odd duck. Unless you take the so-called “Michaelmas Skip” that is mentioned in The Lutheran Hymnal, you don’t preach on this pericope that often. The last time this pericope was used was November 18, 2007 and … Continue reading

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More Notes for Trinity 14 – Luke 17:11-19

Blessed Martin Luther So there are three lessons for us in today’s Gospel: the first, on faith; the second, on the beautiful virtue of gratitude; and the third, on the virtue of patiently putting up with ingratitude. From the example … Continue reading

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More Luther for Trinity 4

These from his Church Postils. Observe here what a perversion it is for man to exercise himself in doing works to God, which should be done to his neighbor; and then centers his faith in men and saints, which he … Continue reading

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