Faith and Works
What does Luther argue is more important- faith or works?
Faith is more important than works for salvation.
What kind of freedom does Luther emphasize?
Spiritual freedom- freedom from sin, death, and the law through faith in Christ.
What book of the Bible is central to On Christian Liberty?
The Book of Romans
What is grace?
Grace is God’s free gift of love and forgiveness.
Why did Luther write On Christian Liberty?
Luther wrote Christian Liberty as a statement of his beliefs on faith, grace, and Christian freedom.
According to Luther, what is the role of good works in salvation?
Good works are a result of true faith, but they do not contribute to salvation.
How does faith make a Christian both free and a servant?
A Christian is both free through faith and a servant through love for others.
How does Luther use Scripture to argue for faith alone?
Scripture teaches that salvation is by faith alone, not by human efforts or religious rituals.
How do Christians receive salvation?
Christians receive salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
What larger movement was this book a part of?
It was part of the Protestant Reformation.
How does Luther contrast the inner and outer man?
The inner man also known as the soul- is justified by faith alone, while the outer man also known as the body- engages in good works as a response to faith.
What example does Luther give of Christian freedom in daily life?
A Christian is free to serve others willingly, rather than out of obligation.
What metaphor does Luther use for the power of God's Word?
Luther compares God’s Word to a powerful sword that cuts through false teaching.
Why do Christians do good works if they are saved by faith?
Christians do good works as a way to show love and thankfulness to God.
Why did Martin Luther disagree with the Catholic Church?
He believed that salvation comes through faith alone, not good works or indulgences.