January 12, 1521: The Promise of Hell

When Martin Luther had officiated his first Mass, he was seized with terror at the holiness of God, like a condemned man ascending the pyre for his own burning. Today, Luther relives that memory in a conversation with his colleague, Philip Melanchthon. All the while, another "pyr ...  Show more

Frederick, the elector of Saxony, is enduring pressure from Pope Leo X to banish Martin Luther from his lands. But Frederick's sympathies toward Luther leave him agonized. Today, he finds himself in the same room as the pope's allies. A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Minist ...  Show more

Question: Into what estate did the fall bring mankind? Answer: The fall brought mankind into an estate of sin and misery. A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://gift.ligonier.org/1267/westminster If this podcast has been a blessing to you, try these ot ...  Show more

The hymn "Be Thou My Vision" has been sung by Christians for hundreds of years. Today, Stephen Nichols tells us about the origins of this beloved song, rich with biblical truth, poetry, and history. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/be-thou-my-vision-a- ...  Show more

Question: What is the misery of that estate whereinto man fell? Answer: All mankind by their fall lost communion with God, are under his wrath and curse, and so made liable to all miseries in this life, to death itself, and to the pains of hell for ever. A donor-supported outreac ...  Show more

Question: What is faith in Jesus Christ? Answer: Faith in Jesus Christ is a saving grace, whereby we receive and rest upon him alone for salvation, as he is offered to us in the gospel. A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://gift.ligonier.org/1267/west ...  Show more