Wisdom and strength require bootstrap-pulling and the placing of noses to grindstones.
“If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed” (John 8:36).
How do the words “The righteous shall live by his faith” go from a context of hope in hopelessness to the cornerstone declaration of the chief doctrine of the Christian faith?

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A “good death” and “good life” are not accomplished through personal striving but are grasped by faith in the promises of God.
Do our petitions move God?
Yes, Christmas brings joy, but no less danger
When the waters of anxiety and depression rise, there is One who understands.
A pastor shares his own experience of loneliness and hope
1517 Resources to help Celebrate Reformation Day
Finding rest in God when the “what ifs”come calling
God gives good gifts to underserving workers. God gives good gifts to all of them.
Luther actually expected the Catechism to be taught in the home.
Attempting to escape the errors of medieval Catholic thinking, Agricola ended up making the same mistake of conflating law and gospel.
Charles V, for all his power, his lands, and his riches, was ultimately unable to hinder the spread of the precious Gospel.
The Lord assures Jeremiah he has not forgotten him. He is there and will rescue him.