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Martin Luther on Gospel Sweetness - Lutheran (Psalm 34:8)

Source: Martin Luther45 words

"Taste the gospel and see that the Lord is good! The law is bitter—accusation, condemnation, death. But the gospel! Sweet beyond words: forgiveness, acceptance, life! Those who have tasted law's bitterness know gospel's sweetness. Taste Christ; He is good." — Martin Luther. Lutheran: gospel sweetness.

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Scripture References

Psalm 34:8

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