May 31, 2021
Quiet meditation in a dark cave, that's what Erasmus thinks will lead to a right relationship of faith in God. Dr. Paulson talks about Erasmus's propositions regarding confidence and knowledge. This episode concludes with a look at how Luther will respond to the cave with a fountain.
May 24, 2021
As a continuation of the last episode, Dr. Paulson explains that the goal of Erasmus's skepticism is a calculated submission. If you are adequately skeptical concerning your election, you will be encouraged to submit to the Law. Luther points out that Christ and the Gospel overcome our skepticism and give us full...
May 17, 2021
Paulson confronts Erasmus's propositions about remaining in unknowing. True skepticism rests in Erasmus's ability to avoid definite conclusions and adapt to and includes a diversity of conflicting positions. If the Bible looks like it describes both a bound will and a free will, Erasmus thinks it is safer to act as...
May 10, 2021
Dr. Paulson closes out chapter five of Luther's Outlaw God. As chapter five comes to a close, Paulson reads a portion of Luther's introduction to the Bondage of the Will. Including Luther's harsh comments against Erasmus and his praise of Philip Melanchthon.
Show Notes
May 4, 2021
Dr. Paulson talks about the importance of distinguishing between
Law and Gospel. While the idea of this distinction is becoming more
popular, it is often deluded into an emotional response. When
properly distinguished, the Law and the Gospel reveal who God
is.