December 16, 1520: No Saint Can Help Us

December 16, 1520: No Saint Can Help Us

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December 26, 1520: Revoked

When Martin Luther received an invitation to defend his case before Emperor Charles V, he knew his defense of the gospel might result in his demise. On this day 500 years ago, Luther reads a second imperial letter that has arrived -- and his heart sinks. A donor-supported outreac ...  Show more

January 3, 1521: Excommunication

Indignant with Martin Luther's defiance, Pope Leo X is preparing to exercise the full force of his authority to bring his enemy to nothing. Today, enter the pope's luxuriant chambers as he dictates an official decree. A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: htt ...  Show more