Jesus' Harsh Words
Could it be that the root of not asking is not believing, either in the power, or worse, the graciousness of the Lord to address the issue that lies before us?
Martin Luther, “The Righteousness of Works and of Faith” from “The Bondage of The Will”
Oh, wow... that's an intense line of questioning. Gillespie and Riley discuss the vital distinction between the righteousness of works and faith in Martin Luther's "The Bondage of The Will." In this episode, it's Abraham, Paul, and the destruction of…
Martin Luther, "Free Choice is of the World" from “The Bondage of The Will”
Gotta rip the bandaid off now. You’ll thank us later. Gillespie and Riley continue to read and discuss Martin Luther’s work on The Bondage of The Will. This week, reading the Bible categorically, doing theology categorically, and why rejecting election…
Martin Luther, The Two Kingdoms from "The Bondage of the Will"
Look: You’ve Got Two Choices, Well, Maybe One... Or None. Gillespie and Riley read and discuss Martin Luther’s work on The Bondage of The Will. This week, the discussion focuses on where there’s room for choice [as regards to our…
Grace and Lawlessness
Where Erasmus saw fear and collapse, Luther saw the never-ending comfort of Christ and his gospel.