Luther's Refutation110 views
Printed in Wittenberg in 1521, this framed page is from the first edition of Luther's refutation of Pope Leo X's bull of condemnation. Written in German, it begins with these words: "It is certain that the pope does not have power, nor can he command the church, in articles of faith, neither commandments of morals or good works." The "Refutation" is a gift to the church from Henry and Erika Stelling, July, 1990.
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Chancel Seal933 views
The pulpit seal was designed by Martin Luther. At its center is a cross- to remind us that faith in Christ who was crucified saves us.
The heart is placed upon the center of a rose, to show that faith causes joy, consolation and peace.
Around this background is a golden ring, to signify that such bliss in heaven is endless, and more precious than all joys and treasures, since gold is the best and most precious metal. Christ, our dear Lord, will give grace unto eternal life.
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Martin Luther148 views"Let the man who would hear God speak read Holy Scripture!" These words of Dr. Martin Luther should, indeed, be echoed by every church that bears his name. With open Bible in hand--facing out toward the world--Luther reminds us all that the Word of God is God's Word to us and God's Word for the world.
As we leave the sanctuary, having heard the Word of God and having seen the life and love of our Savior portrayed in faceted glass, may we proclaim the eternal truths which God restored to His Church through the great Reformer: "We are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone!"
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