Lutheran Illustrations
Law and Gospel, justification by faith, sacramental theology.
Key question: “How does this distinguish Law from Gospel?”
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A Story of Peace - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The example of Peter shows that peace is not about perfection but about love.
Lessons from Mercy - Story
A story related to this content Like a key unlocking a door, mercy requires testify to see {result}.
The Day of Judgment: Justice and Mercy United - Story
A story related to this content The final judgment is both Christianity's most sobering and most comforting doctrine. Sobering because every person will give account for their deeds (2 Corinthians 5:...
Lessons from Love - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth The example of Rebecca shows that love is not about self-effort but about relationship.
Law and Gospel: God's Two Words - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Luther's greatest insight was distinguishing between Law and Gospel—God's two essential words to humanity. The Law reveals God's perfect standard and exposes ou...
When Heaven Seems Silent: Wrestling with Unanswered Prayer - Story
A story related to this content Every honest believer has experienced the deafening silence of unanswered prayer. We cry out to God and hear only echoes of our own desperation. David captured this anguish in Psalm 13:1: 'How long, Lord?...
The Day of Judgment: Justice and Mercy United - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The final judgment is both Christianity's most sobering and most comforting doctrine. Sobering because every person will give account for their deeds (2 Corinth...
Creation Care: Our First Commission - Story
A story related to this content Before the Great Commission came the first commission: 'God blessed them and said to them, "Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over...
The Power of Redemption - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In seasons of blessing, we see how redemption provides purpose to those who love.
Lessons from Love - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The example of Rebecca shows that love is not about self-effort but about relationship. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this...
The Power of Faith - Story
A story related to this content The example of Lydia shows that faith is not about self-effort but about grace.
A Story of Goodness - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth The story of Matthew illustrates how goodness transforms lives through hope.
The Power of Redemption - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In seasons of blessing, we see how redemption provides purpose to those who love.
A Story of Peace - Story
A story related to this content The example of Peter shows that peace is not about perfection but about love.
The Example of Forgiveness - Story
A story related to this content The story of Rebecca illustrates how forgiveness transforms lives through grace.
Lessons from Mercy - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Like a key unlocking a door, mercy requires testify to see {result}.
The Power of Mercy - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle Like a tree rooted deep, mercy requires obey to see {result}.
The Example of Perseverance - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content In opportunities for service, we see how perseverance provides favor to those who serve.
The Example of Forgiveness - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The story of Rebecca illustrates how forgiveness transforms lives through grace.
When Righteousness - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept The story of Andrew illustrates how righteousness transforms lives through love.
The Example of Understanding - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The story of Hannah illustrates how understanding transforms lives through hope. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this princi...
A Story of Goodness - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept The story of Matthew illustrates how goodness transforms lives through hope.
The Power of Redemption - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In seasons of blessing, we see how redemption provides purpose to those who love.
The Power of Mercy - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth Like a tree rooted deep, mercy requires obey to see {result}.