The Shame and Disgrace of the Cross
“For where God’s Word is preached, accepted, or believed, and bears fruit, there the holy and precious cross will also not be far…
Tag: Martyrdom
Would you deny Real Presence to escape the jaws of beasts?
A vogue phrase today is, “to die for.” “This chocolate is to die for.” “That dress is to die for.” A lifestyle clothing…
Sir Patrick Hamilton, The First Lutheran Martyr in Scotland
Growing up, I had no idea that Lutheran was almost synonymous with German heritage (sorry, Preuses, et al.). The little country parish where…
The Holy Cross Cannot Be Found Wanting: Luther on Persecution and Martyrdom
Martin Luther never softened his message to make it more acceptable. He did not do this for his theological opponents, his colleagues, or…
Burned Alive: A Sermon for Populus Zion (Malachi 4:1-6)
Virgil Solis (1514-1562), “Malachi” Malachi speaks to the people about the return of Elijah. In the background, John the Baptist points to Jesus….