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word-299 Luther' s first literary works to appear in print were
word-818 writings the treatise Of Good Works also belongs Though the incentive
word-1202 dedicated the Treatise on Good Works to his brother John, who
word-1246 fact that preaching on good works should occur within their realm,
word-1315 fact that preaching on good works should occur within their realm,
word-1431 fact that preaching on good works should occur within their realm,
word-1500 fact that preaching on good works should occur within their realm,
word-1626 dedicate his book Of Good Works to a member of the
word-1669 the important question of good works in such a fundamental, thorough
word-1802 so highly elevated" and " works are rejected" by him; but
word-1983 so highly elevated" and " works are rejected" by him; but
word-2004 therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected works
word-2009 therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected works
word-2163 therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected works
word-2188 therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected works
word-2314 ( there are no good works besides those commanded of God),
word-2340 ( there are no good works besides those commanded of God),
word-2390 ( there are no good works besides those commanded of God),
word-2511 with the pretension of doing works well- pleasing to God.
word-2544 on the essence of good works and their fundamental relation to
word-2663 relation of faith to good works to the relation of the
word-2769 relation of faith to good works to the relation of the
word-2793 entire treatise. Among the good works which, according to the Third
word-3154 a part of their enjoined works according to the Fourth Commandment.
word-3177 but in speaking of the works of these Commandments he never
word-3453 prevalent urging of self- elected works of monkish holiness, which had
word-3515 prevalent urging of self- elected works of monkish holiness, which had
word-3522 prevalent urging of self- elected works of monkish holiness, which had
word-3755 prevalent urging of self- elected works of monkish holiness, which had
word-4217 works, the indolence regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish
word-4228 works, the indolence regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish
word-4259 works, the indolence regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish
word-4294 works, the indolence regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish
word-4983 to receive instruction in Good Works and the Faith, with which
word-5052 show how in all good works we should practice and make
word-5124 that there are no good works except those which God has
word-5152 that there are no good works except those which God has
word-5214 that there are no good works except those which God has
word-5232 that there are no good works except those which God has
word-5276 most precious of all good works is faith in Christ, as
word-5300 most precious of all good works is faith in Christ, as
word-5362 most precious of all good works is faith in Christ, as
word-5474 good works. Now all these works are done outside of faith,
word-5502 good works. Now all these works are done outside of faith,
word-5520 good works. Now all these works are done outside of faith,
word-5543 good works. Now all these works are done outside of faith,
word-5565 good works. Now all these works are done outside of faith,
word-5597 and do all kinds of works for the nourishment of the
word-5634 and do all kinds of works for the nourishment of the
word-5652 and do all kinds of works for the nourishment of the
word-5755 that is, let all our works be good, whatever they may
word-5957 faith so greatly, draw all works into it, and reject all
word-5963 faith so greatly, draw all works into it, and reject all
word-6088 on Christ." For all other works a heathen, a Jew, a
word-6171 its own, apart from all works of the other virtues; although
word-6182 its own, apart from all works of the other virtues; although
word-6314 V. In this faith all works become equal, and one is
word-6326 V. In this faith all works become equal, and one is
word-6341 V. In this faith all works become equal, and one is
word-6357 V. In this faith all works become equal, and one is
word-6695 best; then a distinction of works is imagined whereby a man
word-6830 do enough and with many works move God. He runs to
word-6898 do enough and with many works move God. He runs to
word-6986 VII. In these works faith is still slight and
word-7364 in this faith excel all works of faith. Therefore between such
word-7370 in this faith excel all works of faith. Therefore between such
word-7484 righteous and doers of good works know nothing at all. For
word-7535 praised faith, and rejected all works which are done without such
word-7650 praised faith, and rejected all works which are done without such
word-7662 praised faith, and rejected all works which are done without such
word-7675 praised faith, and rejected all works which are done without such
word-7691 praised faith, and rejected all works which are done without such
word-7844 grace and favor, whether in works or sufferings, in life or
word-7982 grace and favor, whether in works or sufferings, in life or
word-8006 grace and favor, whether in works or sufferings, in life or
word-8115 do not in all their works or sufferings, life and death,
word-8155 do not in all their works or sufferings, life and death,
word-8517 all commandments and makes all works righteous, since no one is
word-8534 all commandments and makes all works righteous, since no one is
word-8551 all commandments and makes all works righteous, since no one is
word-8593 we reject the great, pretentious works of our time, which are
word-8622 we reject the great, pretentious works of our time, which are
word-8772 such faith, for which all works are of equal value, as
word-8850 such faith, for which all works are of equal value, as
word-8959 the First Commandment with outward works only, and keeping it with
word-9243 are they who ask, what works are good; what they shall
word-9403 in all his life and works at all times exercise himself
word-9562 when some say that good works are forbidden when we preach
word-9597 when some say that good works are forbidden when we preach
word-9614 when some say that good works are forbidden when we preach
word-9636 when some say that good works are forbidden when we preach
word-9648 when some say that good works are forbidden when we preach
word-9885 do all manner of good works and to endure all things
word-10099 do all manner of good works and to endure all things
word-10317 Here we see that all works and things are free to
word-10400 Here we see that all works and things are free to
word-10418 teach what righteous and good works are, and are now speaking
word-10560 teach what righteous and good works are, and are now speaking
word-10652 trust surely that all my works are pleasing to God, when
word-10867 trust surely that all my works are pleasing to God, when
word-10983 See, thus are works forgiven, are without guilt and
word-11133 does not come from your works or merit, but alone from
word-11504 We will now trace the works farther through the following Commandments.
word-11602 there is no difference in works where faith is and does
word-11655 there is no difference in works where faith is and does
word-11667 there is no difference in works where faith is and does
word-11697 there is no difference in works where faith is and does
word-11792 and increase faith, although all works also help to do this,
word-11813 and increase faith, although all works also help to do this,
word-11855 love, which are the only works whereby a man can have,
word-11889 love, which are the only works whereby a man can have,
word-12003 how many kinds of good works a man can do under
word-12020 how many kinds of good works a man can do under
word-12385 his mouth, looks for great works to do, and is so
word-12423 his mouth, looks for great works to do, and is so
word-12453 his mouth, looks for great works to do, and is so
word-12518 his mouth, looks for great works to do, and is so
word-12558 the higher and better the works are, the less show they
word-12728 the higher and better the works are, the less show they
word-12735 the higher and better the works are, the less show they
word-12828 the higher and better the works are, the less show they
word-13306 works, nay, through other good works we overthrow this and forget
word-13464 are seeking how true good works are to be done, and
word-13652 than tell them that their works are not satisfactory and right
word-14024 they may see your good works and glorify your Father Who
word-14043 they may see your good works and glorify your Father Who
word-14325 they rejected such self- devised works and preached only God' s
word-14448 sins, but also from the works which seem to men to
word-14595 sins, but also from the works which seem to men to
word-14771 unto salvation; for through such works man perceives and learns what
word-15692 us occasion to do good works without ceasing, namely, to fight
word-15841 from all mine enemies." These works and the power of God'
word-15896 XXVIII. Further works of this Commandment are: that
word-16772 into whose house such good works do not daily come, so
word-16836 into whose house such good works do not daily come, so
word-17033 exercise himself in the great works of these Commandments, and no
word-17336 given us to do the works of this Commandment, and that
word-17469 sin is done in external works than under this head. It
word-17545 sin is done in external works than under this head. It
word-17752 now seen how many good works there are in the Second
word-17910 The first works of this Commandment are plain
word-17942 The first works of this Commandment are plain
word-17989 The first works of this Commandment are plain
word-18375 a man practise the first works of this Commandment right well,
word-19810 says, Romans viii; and God works and gives above all that
word-20056 prayer and all other good works are commanded, that you shall
word-20317 on the sand of their works without any faith, not on
word-20350 to remain, with all our works and sufferings, pupils of the
word-23507 by your rank, station, good works or prayer: there is no
word-24349 our own self- assumed good works lead us to and into
word-24472 our own self- assumed good works lead us to and into
word-24563 that we cease from our works which we do the other
word-24897 and every day do the works of the holy- day, and
word-25158 live, but Christ Who lives, works and speaks in us. This
word-26336 not to look upon the works in themselves, not on the
word-26868 a spiritual holiday, let our works stand idle, and let God
word-26883 in order to kill our works and the Adam in us,
word-27034 in order to kill our works and the Adam in us,
word-27081 in order to kill our works and the Adam in us,
word-27086 XXIII. These works He considers so great that
word-27141 XXIII. These works He considers so great that
word-27154 XXIII. These works He considers so great that
word-27260 it to cease from its works and be dead); but He
word-27454 aversion; in which all his works are done. These, therefore, must
word-27497 XXIV. But such works are to be done and
word-27526 XXIV. But such works are to be done and
word-27547 XXIV. But such works are to be done and
word-27568 XXIV. But such works are to be done and
word-27840 strengthens itself, through the two works of the Third and of
word-27855 strengthens itself, through the two works of the Third and of
word-27859 strengthens itself, through the two works of the Third and of
word-27921 XXV. This order of good works we pray in the Lord'
word-28098 XXV. This order of good works we pray in the Lord'
word-28182 learn that after the excellent works of the first three Commandments
word-28192 learn that after the excellent works of the first three Commandments
word-28261 learn that after the excellent works of the first three Commandments
word-28312 learn that after the excellent works of the first three Commandments
word-28629 direct them by words and works to serve God according to
word-28869 see again how many good works are taught in this Commandment,
word-28901 see again how many good works are taught in this Commandment,
word-29323 one does not have good works enough to do, whether he
word-29346 one does not have good works enough to do, whether he
word-29854 both hands full of good works to do. For what else
word-29903 both hands full of good works to do. For what else
word-29987 are these, how many good works you have before you in
word-30576 and that he let such works be nothing else than an
word-31265 also be one of the works of the spiritual authority that
word-32708 better than the very best works of the temporal power. Therefore,
word-32815 better than the very best works of the temporal power. Therefore,
word-33586 XVI. Three special, distinct works all rulers might do in
word-34164 see, here only a few works of magistrates are indicated, but
word-34182 see, here only a few works of magistrates are indicated, but
word-34230 see, here only a few works of magistrates are indicated, but
word-34466 that they would by their works gain much merit, but that
word-34511 that they would by their works gain much merit, but that
word-34542 that they would by their works gain much merit, but that
word-34700 But see now, what good works a householder and a mistress
word-34715 But see now, what good works a householder and a mistress
word-34744 But see now, what good works a householder and a mistress
word-34861 has been said of these works is included in these two,
word-34914 has been said of these works is included in these two,
word-35071 alone, how rich in good works would he be in a
word-35117 alone, how rich in good works would he be in a
word-35492 four preceding Commandments have their works in the understanding, that is,
word-35907 and all manner of angry works and words; and yet, with
word-36225 busy ourselves with other great works which are not commanded, and
word-36396 meekness that even in such works of anger it remains, nay,
word-36638 long, mighty exercise of good works and of faith.
word-36692 observed and practised as other works which are not commanded. So
word-36723 observed and practised as other works which are not commanded. So
word-36839 of our mouth, in the works of our hands and feet
word-36869 of our mouth, in the works of our hands and feet
word-37183 will be given many good works to do within himself. But
word-37205 will be given many good works to do within himself. But
word-37490 favor lives without ceasing and works in all works, so it
word-38646 clearly seen how all good works must be done in faith;
word-38872 it is to do good works according to God' s Commandment,
word-38894 it is to do good works according to God' s Commandment,
word-39014 it is to do good works according to God' s Commandment,
word-39169 that it forbids many evil works of the tongue. First: those
word-39505 that it forbids many evil works of the tongue. First: those
word-40206 work: so entirely are all works comprised in faith, as has
word-40221 work: so entirely are all works comprised in faith, as has
word-40297 work: so entirely are all works comprised in faith, as has
word-40487 never do all the good works which he is commanded to
word-40693 the use of Project Gutenberg works calculated using the method you
word-40846 destroy all copies of the works possessed in a physical medium
word-156 the knowledge of salvation which God had led him to acquire,
word-181 the knowledge of salvation which God had led him to acquire,
word-1112 to move me. Would to God that during my life I
word-1139 to move me. Would to God that during my life I
word-2020 holiness, but such only as God has commanded, and as are
word-2127 holiness, but such only as God has commanded, and as are
word-2413 God, he would be lowering God to the level of a
word-2925 calling, with the help of God and for God' s sake,
word-3209 which does not doubt that God is gracious, he says, will
word-3242 which does not doubt that God is gracious, he says, will
word-3524 regarded as good works which God has commanded, and that therefore,
word-3557 regarded as good works which God has commanded, and that therefore,
word-3572 regarded as good works which God has commanded, and that therefore,
word-4644 not disturb me. Would to God I had in all my
word-4890 the Church of that which God has given me and which
word-5024 a gracious mind, until, if God grant me time, I prepare
word-5069 a gracious mind, until, if God grant me time, I prepare
word-5128 good works except those which God has commanded, even as there
word-5140 good works except those which God has commanded, even as there
word-5493 as their conscience stands toward God and as it believes, so
word-5614 and whether they believe that God takes pleasure in them because
word-5662 and whether they believe that God takes pleasure in them because
word-5710 and drink, and know that God accepteth thy works. Let thy
word-5844 heart condemns or frets us, God is greater than our heart,
word-6191 worthy, in that it trusts God and does not doubt that
word-6273 worthy, in that it trusts God and does not doubt that
word-6468 as occasion serves thee; for God is with thee." So also
word-6788 pleasure for him to please God thereby, and he serves God
word-6793 pleasure for him to please God thereby, and he serves God
word-7006 they are well- pleasing to God when they suffer in body,
word-7022 they are well- pleasing to God when they suffer in body,
word-7046 they are well- pleasing to God when they suffer in body,
word-7179 and give up, thinking that God has forsaken them and is
word-7248 and give up, thinking that God has forsaken them and is
word-7295 and give up, thinking that God has forsaken them and is
word-7395 highest stage of faith, when; God punishes the conscience not only
word-7745 in excelsis Deo, Glory to God in the highest, peace to
word-7810 god, if you call him God only with your lips, or
word-7873 god, if you call him God only with your lips, or
word-8108 at at all times trust God and do not in all
word-8238 at at all times trust God and do not in all
word-8339 at at all times trust God and do not in all
word-8540 can justify no one before God without faith. So utterly and
word-8697 before the holy cross of God or the pictures of His
word-8790 or do not believe that God is gracious to us and
word-8913 or do not believe that God is gracious to us and
word-9747 works, as his confidence in God teaches him.
word-9995 bears the sword, and serves God with it, not as a
word-10724 sins by not doubting that God is so kind to you
word-10807 sins by not doubting that God is so kind to you
word-11003 the mercy and grace of God because of the faith which
word-11153 Paul writes, Romans v: " God commendeth His love to us
word-11249 Paul writes, Romans v: " God commendeth His love to us
word-11280 and see how in Him God holds before thee and offers
word-11350 and see how in Him God holds before thee and offers
word-11876 can one find or lose God except by faith or unbelief,
word-12261 Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father." If we
word-12327 of his home joyfully praises God when he fares well, or
word-12404 of his home joyfully praises God when he fares well, or
word-12487 of his home joyfully praises God when he fares well, or
word-12649 to name the Name of God and to write His honor
word-12795 to name the Name of God and to write His honor
word-12859 Commandment then is, to praise God in all His benefits, which
word-13348 sin is more grievous before God than murder and adultery; but
word-13985 with it he may serve God and his neighbor, just as
word-14056 with it he may serve God and his neighbor, just as
word-14074 with it he may serve God and his neighbor, just as
word-14092 with it he may serve God and his neighbor, just as
word-14128 XXIV. Hence it comes that God frequently permits a man to
word-14189 XXIV. Hence it comes that God frequently permits a man to
word-14342 vii: " Thus saith the God of Israel unto you: Take
word-14424 vii: " Thus saith the God of Israel unto you: Take
word-14602 seem good, but against which God has commanded, Deuteronomy xxviii, and
word-14645 in every need. For this God regards as keeping His Name
word-15086 forsaken its God." Wherefore also God let many of its enemies
word-15277 is done the Name of God and the first two Commandments,
word-15302 is done the Name of God and the first two Commandments,
word-15369 shall the good and faithful God reward us for not believing
word-15462 shall the good and faithful God reward us for not believing
word-15515 shall the good and faithful God reward us for not believing
word-15685 ceasing oppressed and troubled; whereby God gives us occasion to do
word-15773 upon the holy Name of God in a firm faith, as
word-16000 protect the holy Name of God against all who misuse it
word-16166 protect the holy Name of God against all who misuse it
word-16186 protect the holy Name of God against all who misuse it
word-16310 Name and the honor of God not as it is, but
word-16508 of this vice in Christendom? God says in the lxxxii. Psalm,
word-16868 say: " Why does not God do it alone and Himself,
word-17048 say: " Why does not God do it alone and Himself,
word-17094 use the holy Name of God itself to fight against the
word-17126 use the holy Name of God itself to fight against the
word-17286 but must be established by God over them, that it may
word-17707 high time that we pray God earnestly that He hallow His
word-17834 our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts, in the Second,
word-17854 our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts, in the Second,
word-17892 our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts, in the Second,
word-18491 and benefit! Most grievously is God provoked to anger thereby. For
word-18622 because we praise and thank God for this comforting, rich, blessed
word-18799 is a great evil, when God giveth a man riches, and
word-19169 exercise faith and confidence toward God in the matter, in such
word-19237 exercise faith and confidence toward God in the matter, in such
word-19311 Let him who asketh of God not waver in faith; for
word-19755 to lay our need before God in prayer, but not prescribe
word-19809 to lay our need before God in prayer, but not prescribe
word-19841 to lay our need before God in prayer, but not prescribe
word-19862 to lay our need before God in prayer, but not prescribe
word-20220 works. Nay, you shall thank God with all your heart that
word-20378 thing it is to trust God alone, except he who attempts
word-20473 can, while working, speak with God in his heart, lay before
word-20800 of such a Majesty as God is, and so confuse us
word-20952 pray and work only because God of His pure mercy has
word-21085 we must bring before Almighty God in prayer and lamentation, to
word-21192 we must bring before Almighty God in prayer and lamentation, to
word-21520 are pure, and believe that God hears no one who is
word-21604 foolish as to think that God hears no one whose leg
word-21622 foolish as to think that God hears no one whose leg
word-21747 if there could be one God who could help the body,
word-21755 if there could be one God who could help the body,
word-21825 bodily need had overtaken you. God is not hostile to sinners,
word-21881 bodily need had overtaken you. God is not hostile to sinners,
word-22015 acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour." For this reason
word-22300 self- seeking, selfish prayers, which God hates?
word-22425 Oh, if God granted that any congregation at
word-22725 it and bring it before God as a truly common prayer.
word-22775 them, two in each city, God would not have destroyed them.
word-22793 them, two in each city, God would not have destroyed them.
word-22989 not prayer nor calling upon God when the mouth alone mumbles.
word-22997 What should God do, if you come along
word-23063 What should God do, if you come along
word-23125 What should God do, if you come along
word-23202 So we must deal with God of definite things, namely, mention
word-23548 then petitioners and supplicants before God shall not be found, as
word-23641 then petitioners and supplicants before God shall not be found, as
word-24531 because on the seventh day God rested and ceased from all
word-24604 because on the seventh day God rested and ceased from all
word-24966 The spiritual rest, which God particularly intends in this Commandment,
word-24990 The spiritual rest, which God particularly intends in this Commandment,
word-25101 Now if God is to work and to
word-25280 that our work cease and God alone work in us, is
word-25511 no drink, no help. Therefore God went before them, by day
word-25590 no drink, no help. Therefore God went before them, by day
word-25619 no drink, no help. Therefore God went before them, by day
word-26873 works stand idle, and let God work in us.
word-26889 and the Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon us,
word-27026 and the Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon us,
word-27065 and the Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon us,
word-27174 things, be glad and thank God when they come upon him.
word-27400 and henceforth lives only in God and God in Him, so
word-27402 and henceforth lives only in God and God in Him, so
word-27431 and henceforth lives only in God and God in Him, so
word-27680 such faith, such honoring of God and such worship, he rages
word-27705 such faith, such honoring of God and such worship, he rages
word-27823 such faith, such honoring of God and such worship, he rages
word-28031 done in us, and so God rule in us as in
word-28100 done in us, and so God rule in us as in
word-28565 hate. With such a fear God does not wish to be
word-28632 words and works to serve God according to the first three
word-29009 and neither know nor honor God according to the first three
word-29287 also is the reason why God bids us honor our parents,
word-29750 they have never yet thanked God for their children, have never
word-29780 they have never yet thanked God for their children, have never
word-29878 your own children? with whom God makes of your house a
word-30135 none wishes to come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil,
word-30196 none wishes to come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil,
word-30209 none wishes to come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil,
word-30246 none wishes to come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil,
word-30310 all manner of good works? God will, after all, not ask
word-30567 that he is wellpleasing to God in his works, and that
word-30591 that he is wellpleasing to God in his works, and that
word-31223 is time that we pray God for mercy. Of spiritual power
word-31308 is time that we pray God for mercy. Of spiritual power
word-31706 on in the Name of God and St. Peter, just as
word-31848 all humbly to call upon God for help to prevent this
word-32194 forced and taken contrary to God and the law, and by
word-32406 sword in vain; it serves God with it, to the terror
word-32476 the people of Israel, yet God would have it obeyed, without
word-32562 us to do wrong against God or men; as in former
word-32809 it will, my faith to God still goes its way and
word-33048 and must be ( unless God should do a special wonder)
word-33060 For this reason God has considered evil, unfit rulers
word-33101 For this reason God has considered evil, unfit rulers
word-33682 could those in power serve God better and thereby also improve
word-33946 O, would God in heaven, that some time
word-34137 a large extent be mended. God help us! I fear that
word-34217 no one expect to please God by the works, but by
word-34501 love and good- will toward God which grows out of such
word-34649 the masters do not wish God to deal too sharply with
word-34710 mistress can do, how finely God offers us all good works
word-34927 they are more acceptable to God than if without these they
word-35090 one would notice it except God alone! But now we let
word-35390 " We ought to obey God rather than men." He did
word-35411 " We ought to obey God rather than men." He did
word-35440 " We ought to obey God rather than men." He did
word-35933 more such spiritual finery, which God has not commanded. We shine
word-35994 more such spiritual finery, which God has not commanded. We shine
word-36024 lives on earth upon whom God does not bestow an enemy
word-36102 lives on earth upon whom God does not bestow an enemy
word-36201 lives on earth upon whom God does not bestow an enemy
word-36234 lives on earth upon whom God does not bestow an enemy
word-36334 true children and heirs of God and brethren of Christ, Whose
word-36459 the golden calf and provoked God to anger, he put many
word-36587 not doubt the favor of God nor question that God is
word-36591 not doubt the favor of God nor question that God is
word-36862 and thus the Commandments of God teach us how great truly
word-37436 lives that he looks to God for all grace, takes pleasure
word-37509 lives that he looks to God for all grace, takes pleasure
word-38170 works, but even miracles, which God may praise and be pleased
word-38299 works, but even miracles, which God may praise and be pleased
word-38375 all condemned to labor, when God says to him, Genesis iii,
word-38496 sure beyond a doubt that God cares for him; therefore he
word-38604 sure beyond a doubt that God cares for him; therefore he
word-38627 sure beyond a doubt that God cares for him; therefore he
word-39792 happened when the Word of God has come to light; for
word-39826 happened when the Word of God has come to light; for
word-40130 truth' s sake, and fear God more than men, to these
word-40306 we see how the Almighty God has not only set our
word-40671 be desired. To this may God help us. Amen.
word-817 of writings the treatise Of Good Works also belongs Though the
word-876 to deliver a sermon on good works; and when Luther actually
word-1201 recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on Good Works to his brother John,
word-1218 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1245 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1292 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1314 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1359 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1368 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1430 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1499 the Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book
word-1552 justification by love and its good works, he was in danger
word-1625 to dedicate his book Of Good Works to a member of
word-1668 justification by love and its good works, he was in danger
word-1832 augmentation and diminution" as had good works " which should all
word-1932 augmentation and diminution" as had good works " which should all
word-1976 augmentation and diminution" as had good works " which should all
word-1982 augmentation and diminution" as had good works " which should all
word-2003 he therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected
word-2046 he therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected
word-2059 he therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected
word-2075 he therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected
word-2123 he therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected
word-2209 he therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self- elected
word-2304 the best and noblest of good works, with his opening proposition
word-2313 the best and noblest of good works, with his opening proposition
word-2339 the best and noblest of good works, with his opening proposition
word-2380 the best and noblest of good works, with his opening proposition
word-2437 This understanding of faith and good works, so Luther now addresses
word-2460 This understanding of faith and good works, so Luther now addresses
word-2474 This understanding of faith and good works, so Luther now addresses
word-2543 only on the essence of good works and their fundamental relation
word-2616 only on the essence of good works and their fundamental relation
word-2662 the relation of faith to good works to the relation of
word-2695 the relation of faith to good works to the relation of
word-2723 the relation of faith to good works to the relation of
word-2792 the entire treatise. Among the good works which, according to the
word-2934 sake, is the true " good work."
word-3521 are to be regarded as good works which God has commanded,
word-4293 only source of all truly good works and well- pleasing to
word-4480 especially in gracious kindness and good will. I have hoped that
word-4525 been raised, the question of Good Works; in which is practised
word-4588 alloys and flaws as have good works, which ought to have
word-4982 eager to receive instruction in Good Works and the Faith, with
word-5051 to show how in all good works we should practice and
word-5123 know that there are no good works except those which God
word-5151 know that there are no good works except those which God
word-5213 know that there are no good works except those which God
word-5275 the most precious of all good works is faith in Christ,
word-5361 the most precious of all good works is faith in Christ,
word-5402 this or that, lead a good life before men, and yet
word-5469 this or that, lead a good life before men, and yet
word-5514 this or that, lead a good life before men, and yet
word-5552 this or that, lead a good life before men, and yet
word-5564 this or that, lead a good life before men, and yet
word-5579 they count it also a good work when they work at
word-5633 they count it also a good work when they work at
word-5834 before Him and have a good confidence. And if our heart
word-5985 when he does what is good or what is not good;
word-6299 Spirit not because of your good works, but when you believed
word-6423 need of a teacher of good works, but whatever he finds
word-6776 may gather many merits and good works, but because it is
word-6913 may gather many merits and good works, but because it is
word-7229 they go and do some good works, as they think, and
word-7483 work- righteous and doers of good works know nothing at all.
word-7496 work- righteous and doers of good works know nothing at all.
word-7554 the false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with which all monastic
word-7608 the false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with which all monastic
word-7671 the false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with which all monastic
word-8089 look to Him for all good things.
word-8231 who wish with their many good works, as they say, to
word-8572 we will do no more good works," although he condemns such
word-9394 be pious and filled with good works, begin and in all
word-9485 be pious and filled with good works, begin and in all
word-9550 be pious and filled with good works, begin and in all
word-9561 Therefore, when some say that good works are forbidden when we
word-9694 urge and tempt men to good works, if faith does all
word-9741 urge and tempt men to good works, if faith does all
word-9884 to do all manner of good works and to endure all
word-10417 to teach what righteous and good works are, and are now
word-10905 believing that they cannot be good except through this faith, which
word-11812 rather, brethren, give diligence through good works to make your calling
word-12002 now, how many kinds of good works a man can do
word-12019 now, how many kinds of good works a man can do
word-12452 God; and thus with his good works he storms against the
word-12517 God; and thus with his good works he storms against the
word-12674 and bless Him in His good deeds and confidently to call
word-12757 and bless Him in His good deeds and confidently to call
word-12916 Commandment man is overwhelmed with good and precious works; if he
word-13237 in and by means of good works."
word-13291 we all pass by this good work and exercise ourselves in
word-13300 we all pass by this good work and exercise ourselves in
word-13305 we all pass by this good work and exercise ourselves in
word-13387 XXII. Some think it is good for young people that they
word-13420 XXII. Some think it is good for young people that they
word-13463 XXII. Some think it is good for young people that they
word-13613 endure that they do the good and leave the evil for
word-13702 endure that they do the good and leave the evil for
word-13717 endure that they do the good and leave the evil for
word-13731 endure that they do the good and leave the evil for
word-13752 none the less have a good name and honor, and every
word-13829 none the less have a good name and honor, and every
word-14023 none the less have a good name and honor, and every
word-14248 do, if he would do good works, which always are at
word-14389 do, if he would do good works, which always are at
word-14455 seem to men to be good and right, and to turn
word-15018 are cheap and there are good times, than when war, pestilence,
word-15366 or helps. How shall the good and faithful God reward us
word-15601 courage which the highest eternal Good gives, wherein trust, not men,
word-15691 gives us occasion to do good works without ceasing, namely, to
word-15978 occasion is given for doing good and warding off evil.
word-16206 above all things, and expect good from Him; thereby confessing that
word-16615 See, here would be many good works. For the greater portion
word-16771 and into whose house such good works do not daily come,
word-16791 and into whose house such good works do not daily come,
word-16835 and into whose house such good works do not daily come,
word-17751 have now seen how many good works there are in the
word-17763 have now seen how many good works there are in the
word-17975 it would also be a good thing if there were fewer
word-18641 is joyful, to whom a good friend has presented a thousand
word-18841 it were any other common good work by itself. O God,
word-19264 of it would not be good for you."
word-19487 you know how to give good gifts to your children, and
word-19511 you know how to give good gifts to your children, and
word-20055 faith, prayer and all other good works are commanded, that you
word-20141 faith, prayer and all other good works are commanded, that you
word-20663 to know and to do good works? Let them undertake prayer
word-21791 Not so, my good man! If you wish to
word-22008 and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight
word-23190 it to his mercy, in good confidence that he will grant
word-23288 make earnest prayer, have a good confidence and every good kind
word-23292 make earnest prayer, have a good confidence and every good kind
word-23410 a lack there is of good preachers and prelates; how only
word-23506 a lack there is of good preachers and prelates; how only
word-24116 not know how to do good works? Where are they who
word-24297 not know how to do good works? Where are they who
word-24348 heed: our own self- assumed good works lead us to and
word-24471 heed: our own self- assumed good works lead us to and
word-24495 heed: our own self- assumed good works lead us to and
word-25237 and lusts." Then follow the good works,— fasting, watching, labor, of
word-25261 and lusts." Then follow the good works,— fasting, watching, labor, of
word-25702 because they think these are good works, intending by them to
word-25814 because they think these are good works, intending by them to
word-26037 labor, and each were as good as the other without all
word-26227 imagine that he has done good works, or excuse himself by
word-27609 to believe, to have a good heart and confidence toward God.
word-27620 to believe, to have a good heart and confidence toward God.
word-27920 XXV. This order of good works we pray in the
word-28167 what are the highest of good works.
word-28311 are to exercise ourselves in good works toward men, and first
word-28868 here see again how many good works are taught in this
word-28900 here see again how many good works are taught in this
word-29322 every one does not have good works enough to do, whether
word-29853 have both hands full of good works to do. For what
word-29900 have both hands full of good works to do. For what
word-29986 lessons are these, how many good works you have before you
word-30127 lessons are these, how many good works you have before you
word-30308 and do all manner of good works? God will, after all,
word-30610 no work lives, or is good and acceptable; for many heathen
word-30936 the older people give a good example and Christendom be filled
word-30999 the older people give a good example and Christendom be filled
word-31909 people by preaching or by good example; or if not, and
word-33180 pestilence and famine make people good and rich; but war and
word-33882 if they would give a good account of their office to
word-34173 indicated, but they are so good and so many, that they
word-34181 indicated, but they are so good and so many, that they
word-34314 Christ and our faith into good repute, that the heathen cannot
word-34345 Christ and our faith into good repute, that the heathen cannot
word-34699 But see now, what good works a householder and a
word-34714 But see now, what good works a householder and a
word-34732 But see now, what good works a householder and a
word-35070 duties alone, how rich in good works would he be in
word-35116 duties alone, how rich in good works would he be in
word-35299 he lives well or does good works, whether it be prayer
word-35618 and those who do us good and give us pleasure with
word-35703 and those who do us good and give us pleasure with
word-35759 second form of meekness is good through and through, that which
word-35814 second form of meekness is good through and through, that which
word-35835 second form of meekness is good through and through, that which
word-35868 second form of meekness is good through and through, that which
word-36075 speak well of him, do good to him, and not intend
word-36099 speak well of him, do good to him, and not intend
word-36162 speak well of him, do good to him, and not intend
word-36389 anger and harshness. So thoroughly good is meekness that even in
word-36637 a long, mighty exercise of good works and of faith.
word-36647 In this Commandment too a good work is commanded, which includes
word-36868 teach us how great truly good works are, nay, that it
word-36885 teach us how great truly good works are, nay, that it
word-36953 teach us how great truly good works are, nay, that it
word-36971 will drive to many other good works, to fasting and temperance
word-37182 and will be given many good works to do within himself.
word-37389 III. In this work a good strong faith is a great
word-37785 work, which embraces very many good works, and is opposed to
word-38164 wish not only to do good works, but even miracles, which
word-38609 God for anything, expects more good from its money than from
word-38645 be clearly seen how all good works must be done in
word-38723 be clearly seen how all good works must be done in
word-38774 opponents. For what manner of good deed is that, if we
word-38809 opponents. For what manner of good deed is that, if we
word-38846 opponents. For what manner of good deed is that, if we
word-38871 hard it is to do good works according to God' s
word-38893 hard it is to do good works according to God' s
word-38910 hard it is to do good works according to God' s
word-39234 that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which he
word-39504 that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which he
word-39990 in God, and expect nothing good from Him. For where such
word-40225 all works are dead, however good the form and name they
word-40296 all works are dead, however good the form and name they
word-40342 all works are dead, however good the form and name they
word-40486 can never do all the good works which he is commanded
word-296 Luther' s first literary works to appear
word-431 Luther' s first literary works to appear
word-482 Luther' s first literary works to appear
word-616 Luther' s first literary works to appear
word-678 Luther' s first literary works to appear
word-684 Luther' s first literary works to appear
word-774 Luther' s first literary works to appear
word-994 page it bore the printer' s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey
word-1195 he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on
word-1385 he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on
word-1427 he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on
word-1444 he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on
word-1520 he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on
word-1945 of the duties of one' s calling as a morality of
word-1960 of the duties of one' s calling as a morality of
word-2032 within the bounds of one' s particular calling, and all works,
word-2379 " that confidence in God' s good will at all times."
word-2533 treatise. It was not Luther' s intention, however, to speak only
word-2750 of our hearts toward God' s benefits, and, to that end,
word-2919 of the duties of one' s calling, with the help of
word-2929 of the duties of one' s calling, with the help of
word-3228 and favorably minded toward one' s neighbor and to overcome all
word-3382 book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct,
word-3491 book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct,
word-3535 book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct,
word-3551 book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct,
word-3589 book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct,
word-3671 book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct,
word-3940 a heart- refreshing manner. Luther' s appeal in this treatise to
word-4078 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized the
word-4169 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized the
word-4182 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized the
word-4232 of works leads to God' s grace and good- will, are
word-4252 of works leads to God' s grace and good- will, are
word-4279 of works leads to God' s grace and good- will, are
word-4422 Holy Roman Empire, your Grace' s brother, has not despised, but
word-4563 Holy Roman Empire, your Grace' s brother, has not despised, but
word-4722 art, I could, with God' s help, do it more readily
word-4759 art, I could, with God' s help, do it more readily
word-5102 princely Grace, Your Princely Grace' s Humble Chaplain,
word-5160 else than to know God' s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew
word-6480 read of St. Anna, Samuel' s mother: " When she believed
word-6492 read of St. Anna, Samuel' s mother: " When she believed
word-6850 and yon, prays St. Bridget' s prayer and the rest, fasts
word-7642 had no faith in God' s grace and approval. Indeed, they
word-7954 faith or confidence in God' s favor at all times, is
word-8221 come to you in sheep' s clothing." Such are all who
word-8246 come to you in sheep' s clothing." Such are all who
word-8896 by them to win God' s favor and anticipate His grace;
word-9806 they firmly trust that God' s favor and grace rests upon
word-10875 but damnable sins before God' s judgment, as it is written,
word-11096 faith, firmly grounded in God' s grace.
word-11394 good- will and love— God' s love toward thee and thine
word-11528 that we shall honor God' s Name and not take it
word-11581 that we shall honor God' s Name and not take it
word-11689 here also, to praise God' s glory and Name is better
word-11779 felt as in honoring God' s Name; and it greatly helps
word-11940 it is impossible that God' s Name should not be dishonored
word-11983 it is impossible that God' s Name should not be dishonored
word-12057 not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the other
word-12071 not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the other
word-12125 not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the other
word-12208 in Psalm xxxiv: " God' s praise shall be continually in
word-12506 highest Commandments, faith and God' s honor. The hypocrite misses both
word-12584 one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much
word-12633 one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much
word-12641 one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much
word-12731 one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much
word-12836 one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much
word-12979 is, to be on one' s guard, to flee from and
word-13104 not had experience of God' s Commandments and the histories of
word-13508 far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s fear, God'
word-13511 far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s fear, God'
word-13514 far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s fear, God'
word-13591 trained and incited by God' s fear and commandments than by
word-13675 trained and incited by God' s fear and commandments than by
word-14069 the correct use of God' s Name and honor, when God
word-14215 one sin becomes the other' s medicine, because of our perverse
word-14330 works and preached only God' s commandments, as one of them
word-14472 the simple meaning of God' s commandment only, that they shall
word-14518 the simple meaning of God' s commandment only, that they shall
word-14541 the simple meaning of God' s commandment only, that they shall
word-14638 is to call upon God' s Name in every need. For
word-14778 is to call upon God' s Name in every need. For
word-14959 need to call upon God' s Name than when in adversity.
word-14996 broad day, in all men' s daily experience, that more heinous
word-15044 broad day, in all men' s daily experience, that more heinous
word-15116 broad day, in all men' s daily experience, that more heinous
word-15261 men may not need God' s Name and put no trust
word-15610 not men, but only God' s children.
word-15625 us to call upon God' s Name and to trust Him,
word-15847 and the power of God' s Name have become unknown to
word-15960 making sinful use of God' s Name by lying, swearing, deceiving,
word-16034 praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity and adversity.
word-16050 praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity and adversity.
word-16078 praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity and adversity.
word-16142 praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity and adversity.
word-16379 powerful, the learned and one' s own friends, and can in
word-16459 truth and righteousness and God' s honor! But when something happens
word-16755 truth ( which is God' s Name and honor)? Or who
word-17365 for the sake of God' s honor.
word-17451 no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I
word-17489 no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I
word-17535 no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I
word-17554 no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I
word-17574 no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I
word-17831 Commandment is prescribed our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts,
word-17961 and with faith in God' s favor, are nothing, as was
word-17982 and with faith in God' s favor, are nothing, as was
word-18593 warm and melt in God' s love. Then will follow praise
word-20324 any faith, not on God' s mercy and promise through a
word-20636 this belongs to the Lord' s Prayer, in which all petitions
word-20751 a great deed in God' s eyes.
word-20847 well how powerful one man' s truly believing prayer is, and
word-20915 but he must heed God' s command and cast this up
word-21057 but he must heed God' s command and cast this up
word-21061 but he must heed God' s command and cast this up
word-21098 thereby? Answer: First, every man' s own besetting need and trouble,
word-21549 faith and trust in God' s favor, but with their own
word-21724 to God; with the soul' s sickness we run from Him,
word-22248 nor concerns himself for another' s need? How can that prayer
word-23362 Ten Commandments and the Lord' s Prayer. Open your eyes and
word-23533 Ten Commandments and the Lord' s Prayer. Open your eyes and
word-23718 and talk of their neighbor' s sins, and yet dare, unafraid
word-23780 and talk of their neighbor' s sins, and yet dare, unafraid
word-23906 perishes, love grows cold, God' s Word is neglected, and all
word-24144 mass, look on your neighbor' s sin and ruin, and have
word-24263 mass, look on your neighbor' s sin and ruin, and have
word-24367 benefit and salvation; but God' s commandments drive us to our
word-24736 church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common prayer.
word-24842 church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common prayer.
word-24865 church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common prayer.
word-24958 church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common prayer.
word-25035 say, Genesis viii, " Man' s heart and senses incline always
word-25076 say, Genesis viii, " Man' s heart and senses incline always
word-25224 that are our Lord Christ' s have crucified the flesh with
word-25456 go, commend himself to God' s governance, and entrust nothing to
word-25781 Saturday, another on St. Barbara' s day, another on St. Sebastian'
word-25787 Saturday, another on St. Barbara' s day, another on St. Sebastian'
word-26769 impatience and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according
word-26799 impatience and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according
word-26841 impatience and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according
word-26915 all death and the world' s abuse; whereby He seeks nothing
word-27144 from his works to God' s works, just as a church
word-27467 by these three exercises, God' s governance, our self- mortification, the
word-27516 in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that, as
word-27625 in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that, as
word-27648 in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that, as
word-27655 in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that, as
word-27662 in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that, as
word-27794 it must call upon God' s Name and praise it in
word-27927 we pray in the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this,
word-27981 we pray in the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this,
word-28022 we pray in the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this,
word-28047 we pray in the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this,
word-28642 three Commandments, there the child' s own will is constantly broken,
word-28691 three Commandments, there the child' s own will is constantly broken,
word-28715 three Commandments, there the child' s own will is constantly broken,
word-29071 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to naught
word-29133 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to naught
word-29181 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to naught
word-29260 they should make known God' s Commandments to their children, that
word-29279 they should make known God' s Commandments to their children, that
word-29504 it must do the world' s will and play the fool
word-29715 own providing than on God' s care? Whereas St. Peter teaches
word-29843 rightly train them to God' s service, they will indeed have
word-29949 rightly train them to God' s service, they will indeed have
word-31543 ever been founded to God' s service far and wide; whereby
word-31591 ever been founded to God' s service far and wide; whereby
word-31595 ever been founded to God' s service far and wide; whereby
word-31648 ever been founded to God' s service far and wide; whereby
word-31714 Peter, just as if God' s Name and the spiritual power
word-31725 Peter, just as if God' s Name and the spiritual power
word-31776 Peter, just as if God' s Name and the spiritual power
word-31946 that we support the pope' s servants, his people, yes, his
word-32267 must be considered except God' s first three Commandments, against which
word-32592 suffer wrong destroys no one' s soul, nay, it improves the
word-32623 suffer wrong destroys no one' s soul, nay, it improves the
word-32838 very small thing in God' s sight, and far too slightly
word-32899 very small thing in God' s sight, and far too slightly
word-33031 wise that he needs nobody' s advice, or has such a
word-33172 discipline, virtue and the soul' s salvation. For pestilence and famine
word-33243 to endure wrong to one' s authority than to risk property
word-34800 matter not contrary to God' s commands. On the other hand,
word-35120 if good works and God' s Commandments had been thrown into
word-35482 body, and life, that God' s Commandments may stand.
word-35964 and masks we allow God' s Commandment to go to complete
word-36323 evil which happens to one' s enemy. And these are the
word-36428 not meek contrary to God' s honor and Commandment. For it
word-36516 not meek contrary to God' s honor and Commandment. For it
word-37087 to prayer, call upon God' s mercy and help, read and
word-37102 to prayer, call upon God' s mercy and help, read and
word-37813 serve every one with one' s goods. And it fights not
word-37883 serve every one with one' s goods. And it fights not
word-38452 you will thereby fulfil God' s Commandment and be saved!
word-38876 good works according to God' s Commandment, how nature squirms, twists
word-39023 good works according to God' s Commandment, how nature squirms, twists
word-39233 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39278 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39309 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39321 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39381 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39471 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39476 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39553 everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which
word-39899 all men for My Name' s sake." And: " Many of
word-40126 are persecuted for the truth' s sake, and fear God more
word-1073 of a great many, and must hear it daily, who think
word-1501 is effective in good works must be added to the formless
word-1609 disturbed by such scruples, Luther must have welcomed the opportunity, when
word-1710 intended. To this fact it must be attributed that a new
word-2077 of all truly good works, must of course be rightly understood.
word-2560 the " best work," faith, must prove itself in every way
word-3050 case members of the Church must do as godly children do
word-3070 case members of the Church must do as godly children do
word-3105 case members of the Church must do as godly children do
word-3493 whole church, Luther' s argument must have appeared to all thoughtful
word-3591 whole church, Luther' s argument must have appeared to all thoughtful
word-3758 whole church, Luther' s argument must have appeared to all thoughtful
word-3772 whole church, Luther' s argument must have appeared to all thoughtful
word-3848 views, and at that time must have been perceived as the
word-5207 the Ten Commandments. Accordingly, we must learn how to distinguish among
word-5363 this work all good works must be done and receive from
word-5380 this work all good works must be done and receive from
word-5934 then all that they do must be good, or the evil
word-5943 then all that they do must be good, or the evil
word-7704 and water, from which they must at last take a cruel
word-7874 thee, they that worship God must worship Him in spirit and
word-7970 thee, they that worship God must worship Him in spirit and
word-9457 idle, because his very idling must be the exercise and work
word-9483 idle, because his very idling must be the exercise and work
word-9627 contrary, I meant that he must first have health, which will
word-9644 contrary, I meant that he must first have health, which will
word-9929 to the flesh." Such men must be urged by laws and
word-9952 to the flesh." Such men must be urged by laws and
word-9972 to the flesh." Such men must be urged by laws and
word-10028 to the flesh." Such men must be urged by laws and
word-10152 are not all alike, we must tolerate such people, share their
word-10246 are not all alike, we must tolerate such people, share their
word-10466 do so the first class must endure and instruct them. Therefore
word-10473 do so the first class must endure and instruct them. Therefore
word-10506 do so the first class must endure and instruct them. Therefore
word-10529 do so the first class must endure and instruct them. Therefore
word-10546 do so the first class must endure and instruct them. Therefore
word-10852 Yes, this confidence and faith must be so high and strong
word-10894 Yes, this confidence and faith must be so high and strong
word-11017 mercy of God. Therefore we must fear because of the works,
word-11269 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself
word-11304 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself
word-11331 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself
word-11369 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself
word-11384 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself
word-11442 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself
word-11707 which follow; and yet it must be done in the same
word-11735 indeed become unknown. Therefore we must examine it further, and will
word-13607 these do not help, we must endure that they do the
word-13629 these do not help, we must endure that they do the
word-13746 this is true, that we must none the less have a
word-13819 this is true, that we must none the less have a
word-13874 this is true, that we must none the less have a
word-14190 gifts and virtues; so God must ward off this sin by
word-15108 should not have peace and must exercise themselves in the keeping
word-15345 devil, men and creatures they must believe, and trust to them
word-16041 in prosperity and adversity. I must step forth and for the
word-16082 in prosperity and adversity. I must step forth and for the
word-16095 in prosperity and adversity. I must step forth and for the
word-16109 in prosperity and adversity. I must step forth and for the
word-16160 in prosperity and adversity. I must step forth and for the
word-16236 XXIX. Here we must first of all resist all
word-16816 lightly in this respect, we must cry out with the prophet,
word-17258 were to be avoided? There must be some rule, to what
word-17282 were to be avoided? There must be some rule, to what
word-17306 It must be, indeed, that even in
word-17415 tongue, to whom the world must now give ear! How few
word-17442 tongue, to whom the world must now give ear! How few
word-17614 tongue, to whom the world must now give ear! How few
word-17735 are won with their blood, must again make martyrs. Of this
word-17783 favor; and how much we must do, if we take heed
word-18188 in our hearts. Here we must repeat the words of Christ,
word-18539 have an evil intention, he must be changed during the mass,
word-18579 is rightly present, the heart must be made joyful by the
word-19119 duty and obligation. How heavily must they give account for so
word-19128 duty and obligation. How heavily must they give account for so
word-19548 gladly? But how many prayers must be reformed, if we are
word-20577 faith is nothing. For we must also practise the outward prayer
word-20876 When so tempted, a man must indeed be wise, and not
word-20912 When so tempted, a man must indeed be wise, and not
word-21052 When so tempted, a man must indeed be wise, and not
word-21081 are the things which we must bring before Almighty God in
word-21802 be cured of sin, you must not withdraw from God, but
word-22139 Him for mercy. But this must be done with heart- felt
word-23199 will grant it. So we must deal with God of definite
word-24004 of slaying Christ. So also must Christendom be laid waste by
word-24414 they do," so we also must pray for one another. From
word-24517 nature of man. Here it must be known that in Hebrew
word-25115 all this vice and wickedness must be choked and up- rooted,
word-25174 all this vice and wickedness must be choked and up- rooted,
word-25365 Here a man must make daily use of those
word-25446 Here a man must make daily use of those
word-25655 rest and relief. This we must kill and quiet with fasting,
word-26531 But then care must be taken, lest out of
word-26657 as they do. These we must kindly instruct, and not haughtily
word-26675 as they do. These we must kindly instruct, and not haughtily
word-26706 as they do. These we must kindly instruct, and not haughtily
word-27459 works are done. These, therefore, must be slain by these three
word-27482 works are done. These, therefore, must be slain by these three
word-27774 our all- gracious Father, as must be done in this work
word-27790 our all- gracious Father, as must be done in this work
word-28421 love them," although this also must be done. But honor is
word-28650 is constantly broken, and it must do, leave undone, and suffer
word-28821 said and commanded of parents must also be understood of those
word-28852 said and commanded of parents must also be understood of those
word-29445 the heart of a child must be taught to be sorry
word-29489 the heart of a child must be taught to be sorry
word-29500 the heart of a child must be taught to be sorry
word-29583 the heart of a child must be taught to be sorry
word-29687 and marry them honorably? I must make some display." Tell me,
word-31125 worldly estate itself. Meanwhile Christendom must be ruined, and this Commandment
word-31329 work, and are perverted, it must assuredly follow that they misuse
word-31357 work, and are perverted, it must assuredly follow that they misuse
word-31400 work, and are perverted, it must assuredly follow that they misuse
word-31659 and improvement of the people, must now serve the stable- boys,
word-31753 we can. And here we must do like pious children whose
word-31790 we can. And here we must do like pious children whose
word-32145 that the kings and princes must beforehand take an oath to
word-32262 that the kings and princes must beforehand take an oath to
word-32715 the temporal power. Therefore, we must resist it when it does
word-33045 fear him, there will and must be ( unless God should
word-33204 XV. A prince must also be very wise and
word-33367 he who guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than if
word-33393 he who guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than if
word-33425 he who guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than if
word-34089 to work, therefore the mechanics must give their workmen holiday: then
word-34112 to work, therefore the mechanics must give their workmen holiday: then
word-34546 all works good, yea, it must do them and be the
word-35374 is annulled. Here a man must say as St. Peter says
word-35399 is annulled. Here a man must say as St. Peter says
word-36410 heart most sorely when it must be angry and severe.
word-36418 But here we must watch, that we be not
word-36505 But here we must watch, that we be not
word-36521 But here we must watch, that we be not
word-36531 But here we must watch, that we be not
word-37049 been said above, these exercises must do no more than overcome
word-37297 rule and measure. Each one must watch himself and see what
word-37545 Yet we must not despair if we are
word-37575 Yet we must not despair if we are
word-37700 Yet we must not despair if we are
word-38141 this matter keep himself clean, must truly, as he says, do
word-38489 be greedy and worry? He must be sure beyond a doubt
word-38647 seen how all good works must be done in faith; for
word-38819 their kind. Therefore a Christian must rise higher, let his liberality
word-39115 who would rightly keep it must risk and imperil life and
word-39478 who would rightly keep it must risk and imperil life and
word-39573 still greater, with which we must fight against the evil spirits;
word-39620 still greater, with which we must fight against the evil spirits;
word-40181 you see briefly that faith must be the master- workman in
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word-239 he declares his conviction that faith alone justifies, as can be
word-1344 his doctrine of justification by faith alone. Before 1517 the rumor
word-1390 his doctrine of justification by faith alone. Before 1517 the rumor
word-1796 made against him that " faith is so highly elevated" and
word-2156 His wrath eternally." Where such faith lives in the heart, there
word-2200 His wrath eternally." Where such faith lives in the heart, there
word-2387 at all times." Without this faith the best works are as
word-2435 This understanding of faith and good works, so Luther
word-2660 words concerning the relation of faith to good works to the
word-3203 the book to the end. Faith which does not doubt that
word-3240 and wrathful desires. In this faith in God the Spirit will
word-3341 and wrathful desires. In this faith in God the Spirit will
word-3761 of love must bestow upon faith its form, its content and
word-3801 of love must bestow upon faith its form, its content and
word-3905 the doctrine of justification by faith alone resulted in moral laxity,
word-3925 the doctrine of justification by faith alone resulted in moral laxity,
word-4282 of God' s mercy, the faith within you, which is the
word-5035 a German exposition of the Faith in its entirety. For at
word-5063 use of faith, and let faith be the chief work. If
word-5079 a German exposition of the Faith in its entirety. For at
word-5278 of all good works is faith in Christ, as He says,
word-5539 comes that when I exalt faith and reject such works done
word-5952 Behold, then, why I exalt faith so greatly, draw all works
word-6064 not done of or in faith is sin." Faith, as the
word-6152 and heathen ways, have set faith not above, but beside other
word-6177 and heathen ways, have set faith not above, but beside other
word-6213 and heathen ways, have set faith not above, but beside other
word-6242 and heathen ways, have set faith not above, but beside other
word-6261 and heathen ways, have set faith not above, but beside other
word-6312 V. In this faith all works become equal, and
word-6353 V. In this faith all works become equal, and
word-6415 Christian who lives in this faith has no need of a
word-6536 Christian who lives in this faith has no need of a
word-6987 VII. In these works faith is still slight and weak;
word-7144 VII. In these works faith is still slight and weak;
word-7167 This faith they do not know at
word-7289 This faith they do not know at
word-7333 This faith they do not know at
word-7361 This faith they do not know at
word-7639 this they have had no faith in God' s grace and
word-7789 all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me alone, and on
word-7949 all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me alone, and on
word-8021 all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me alone, and on
word-8489 out of his faith," and faith is that because of which
word-8510 out of his faith," and faith is that because of which
word-8747 things are done with such faith that we believe that they
word-9112 endow, to pray, and yet faith is not mentioned, and is
word-9122 endow, to pray, and yet faith is not mentioned, and is
word-9142 endow, to pray, and yet faith is not mentioned, and is
word-9167 endow, to pray, and yet faith is not mentioned, and is
word-9179 endow, to pray, and yet faith is not mentioned, and is
word-9229 endow, to pray, and yet faith is not mentioned, and is
word-9328 walk at all times in faith and confidence toward God, to
word-9336 walk at all times in faith and confidence toward God, to
word-9568 are forbidden when we preach faith alone, it is as if
word-9642 are forbidden when we preach faith alone, it is as if
word-9697 men to good works, if faith does all things through the
word-9714 men to good works, if faith does all things through the
word-9864 he said: The freedom of faith does not permit sins, nor
word-10022 he said: The freedom of faith does not permit sins, nor
word-10185 that is weak in the faith receive ye, to teach him."
word-10398 that he may in his faith do works to please God.
word-10597 and confused, and retain neither faith nor works. But the hardheaded,
word-10686 shows that you still regard faith as a work among other
word-10758 shows that you still regard faith as a work among other
word-10764 shows that you still regard faith as a work among other
word-10851 shows that you still regard faith as a work among other
word-10975 shows that you still regard faith as a work among other
word-11007 of God because of the faith which trusts on the mercy
word-11105 if you ask, where the faith and the confidence can be
word-11127 if you ask, where the faith and the confidence can be
word-11307 His grace must thou draw faith and confidence of the forgiveness
word-11443 His grace must thou draw faith and confidence of the forgiveness
word-11561 all sham and show. After faith we can do no greater
word-11604 no difference in works where faith is and does the work,
word-11620 no difference in works where faith is and does the work,
word-11713 no difference in works where faith is and does the work,
word-11752 of doing it in the faith and confidence that it pleases
word-11768 of doing it in the faith and confidence that it pleases
word-11879 or lose God except by faith or unbelief, by trusting or
word-12503 upon the two highest Commandments, faith and God' s honor. The
word-12748 at bottom are all without faith and without faithfulness; in short,
word-12813 at bottom are all without faith and without faithfulness; in short,
word-13518 God' s approval, and their faith and love toward God. They
word-14796 it; and whereby confidence and faith grow mightily, and these are
word-15164 Name, to gain confidence and faith toward Him, and so to
word-15309 through naught but a pure faith and confidence, and a cheerful
word-15356 for the best; without such faith and confidence nothing holds or
word-15418 for the best; without such faith and confidence nothing holds or
word-15496 for the best; without such faith and confidence nothing holds or
word-17771 unless they are done in faith and in the assurance of
word-17958 in assurance of and with faith in God' s favor, are
word-18182 do attend, when we exercise faith in our hearts. Here we
word-18485 who hear them with such faith and benefit! Most grievously is
word-18573 When this faith is rightly present, the heart
word-18874 thought of, and that the faith be thus strengthened against all
word-19165 with all earnestness, and exercise faith and confidence toward God in
word-19276 special exercise of faith, and faith makes the prayer so acceptable
word-19620 ask amiss." For where this faith and confidence is not in
word-19706 ask amiss." For where this faith and confidence is not in
word-19946 with tempting, but with simple faith remain on the straight road,
word-20008 may be the captain, and faith the chief work and the
word-20099 with a weak spark of faith and daily strengthen it more
word-20572 without the inner prayer of faith is nothing. For we must
word-21092 prayer and lamentation, to exercise faith thereby? Answer: First, every man'
word-21544 men to begin, not with faith and trust in God' s
word-22171 sympathy for them, in true faith and confidence. Where such prayers
word-23900 princes to war. But when faith perishes, love grows cold, God'
word-27509 sufferings to be endured in faith and in sure confidence of
word-27578 sufferings to be endured in faith and in sure confidence of
word-27726 the Third Commandment; by this faith is very greatly tried, even
word-27826 the Third Commandment; by this faith is very greatly tried, even
word-27850 the Third Commandment; by this faith is very greatly tried, even
word-27900 the Third Commandment; by this faith is very greatly tried, even
word-27977 be Thy Name," in which faith asks that God' s Name,
word-28082 be Thy Name," in which faith asks that God' s Name,
word-30604 a gracious will; without which faith no work lives, or is
word-31603 honor come to naught, and faith is destroyed, so that at
word-32668 to do with preaching and faith and the first three Commandments.
word-32784 to do with preaching and faith and the first three Commandments.
word-32807 to do with preaching and faith and the first three Commandments.
word-34312 doctrine of Christ and our faith into good repute, that the
word-34525 exhortation ever to strengthen their faith and confidence more and more.
word-34539 exhortation ever to strengthen their faith and confidence more and more.
word-36580 exercise of faith. For if faith does not doubt the favor
word-37391 this work a good strong faith is a great help, more
word-37414 this work a good strong faith is a great help, more
word-37458 this work a good strong faith is a great help, more
word-37482 this work a good strong faith is a great help, more
word-37606 the practice and exercise of faith in God. For that chastity
word-38460 III. This work faith teaches of itself. For if
word-38713 Now, as in this Commandment faith is the master- workman and
word-38739 Now, as in this Commandment faith is the master- workman and
word-39729 Gospel he has also vanquished faith in Christ, and everything goes
word-39984 this? Because they have no faith in God, and expect nothing
word-39996 this? Because they have no faith in God, and expect nothing
word-40180 again you see briefly that faith must be the master- workman
word-40219 again you see briefly that faith must be the master- workman
word-180 any other way than the one God had revealed to him
word-1121 life I had served but one layman for his betterment with
word-1523 In Luther' s time every one who was seriously interested in
word-1839 which should all have but one simple goodness, or they are
word-2228 for love and favor from one another, nor need any instruction
word-2291 sentence he combines, on the one hand, the whole argument on
word-2366 sentence he combines, on the one hand, the whole argument on
word-2372 sentence he combines, on the one hand, the whole argument on
word-4658 the ability I have, helped one layman to be better! I
word-4782 most gladly leave to any one else the honor of greater
word-4871 never forced or begged any one to hear me, or to
word-5973 IV. Now every one can note and tell for
word-6318 all works become equal, and one is like the other; all
word-6518 whatever occurred, it was all one to her. St. Paul also
word-6812 he who is not at one with God, or doubts, hunts
word-7285 the value of which no one can estimate. For faith and
word-7583 believing works. In this no one opposes me except the unclean
word-7796 Me alone, and on no one else." For that is not
word-8521 all works righteous, since no one is justified except he keep
word-8538 all works righteous, since no one is justified except he keep
word-8877 faith, but there is not one in a thousand who does
word-9133 such exaltation and urging of one work above another cannot exist
word-9339 place such faith in no one else, and so to have
word-9733 no more laws, but every one would of himself at all
word-9905 is not bound only to one work or to a few.
word-11413 Spirit was given to any one when he did works, but
word-11626 and its works. Measured by one another there is a difference,
word-11633 and its works. Measured by one another there is a difference,
word-11658 and its works. Measured by one another there is a difference,
word-11674 and its works. Measured by one another there is a difference,
word-11872 by no other work can one find or lose God except
word-12313 poor man, in whom no one can see many great works,
word-12568 they make; and that every one thinks they are easy, because
word-12579 they make; and that every one thinks they are easy, because
word-12907 blessings? And so through this one part of the Commandment man
word-13008 a great reputation, that every one sing of him and tell
word-13034 a great reputation, that every one sing of him and tell
word-13201 of this vice and with one mind conclude that it is
word-13758 name and honor, and every one ought so to live that
word-14210 may be honored; and thus one sin becomes the other' s
word-14333 only God' s commandments, as one of them says, Jeremiah vii:
word-15207 the sign of the cross; one arms himself with letters, another
word-15217 the sign of the cross; one arms himself with letters, another
word-15744 all so powerful that each one of them is alone sufficient
word-16369 there is no danger when one helps the rich, the powerful,
word-17023 us in vain, because no one would have occasion to exercise
word-17039 us in vain, because no one would have occasion to exercise
word-17405 How often would many a one have to hold his tongue,
word-17447 How often would many a one have to hold his tongue,
word-17646 One might shudder to be alive,
word-18501 For this reason also no one shall or can reap any
word-18737 can hear it if no one preaches it? Now, they who
word-18915 themselves and keep it with one accord; and this He did
word-19094 pastor and preacher; for no one any longer knows this testament,
word-19238 shall confidently expect from God one of two things: either that
word-19418 opened unto you; for every one that asketh receiveth; and he
word-19721 From this it follows that one who prays aright never doubts
word-20133 highest Commandment), there is no one on earth who does not
word-20368 to cease to learn. No one knows what a great thing
word-20454 spiritual praying, that is: no one is so heavily burdened with
word-20728 desire and faith, so that one earnestly desires what the words
word-20845 spirit knows well how powerful one man' s truly believing prayer
word-21343 prayer, in which things every one has faults, then you shall
word-21523 believe that God hears no one who is a sinner. All
word-21607 think that God hears no one whose leg is broken, or
word-21746 as if there could be one God who could help the
word-22115 are as a congregation with one accord to consider our need
word-22237 are as a congregation with one accord to consider our need
word-22284 are as a congregation with one accord to consider our need
word-22418 sin and pray for every one with earnestness and faith.
word-22625 For when prayer languishes, no one will take anything from him,
word-22633 For when prayer languishes, no one will take anything from him,
word-22807 " Dear brethren, pray for one another, that ye may be
word-23028 number? So that if some one were to ask you what
word-23656 turn away His anger from one another, as it is frequently
word-23918 of sin flourishes, then no one thinks of fighting, nay, pope,
word-23988 of sin flourishes, then no one thinks of fighting, nay, pope,
word-24134 and thither? Take up this one single work of the mass,
word-24206 and thither? Take up this one single work of the mass,
word-24417 we also must pray for one another. From which every man
word-24459 we also must pray for one another. From which every man
word-24796 Isaiah says, chapter lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the
word-24910 work- day, but for them one day is as the other.
word-25770 and according to the days; one fasting on Wednesday, another on
word-25947 bishop, father- confessor or any one else whosoever have commanded it.
word-25955 bishop, father- confessor or any one else whosoever have commanded it.
word-26048 XX. Now, if some one should find that more wantonness
word-26221 XX. Now, if some one should find that more wantonness
word-28296 more than to strike any one else? Thus these seven Commandments
word-28851 and spiritual fathers. For every one must be ruled and be
word-28974 child take mutual pleasure in one another.
word-29318 Now see whether every one does not have good works
word-30173 pilgrimage to Our Lady; no one vows that he will properly
word-30533 so here too let no one suppose that the training and
word-30757 and honoring it. Such zeal one does not see now; they
word-30836 done away with. But no one gives this a thought, and
word-31010 done away with. But no one gives this a thought, and
word-31025 If the above order prevailed, one could say how honor and
word-31155 faithful as he ought, truly, one city would be too much
word-31196 faithful as he ought, truly, one city would be too much
word-31207 faithful as he ought, truly, one city would be too much
word-31212 faithful as he ought, truly, one city would be too much
word-31262 and it would also be one of the works of the
word-32024 sense and wits; who, if one did not restrain him and
word-32954 this power, against which no one can sufficiently guard and protect
word-33004 this power, against which no one can sufficiently guard and protect
word-34082 government in the world. No one wants to work, therefore the
word-34100 government in the world. No one wants to work, therefore the
word-34120 government in the world. No one wants to work, therefore the
word-34213 of faith, so that no one expect to please God by
word-34403 And truly, this is the one work of servants whereby they
word-35085 quietly and secretly that no one would notice it except God
word-35100 quietly and secretly that no one would notice it except God
word-35574 not kill." This Commandment has one work, which however includes many
word-35595 not kill." This Commandment has one work, which however includes many
word-35973 to complete ruin, and no one considers or examines himself, how
word-36018 Now, since no one lives on earth upon whom
word-36043 Now, since no one lives on earth upon whom
word-36382 the act seems to be one of anger and harshness. So
word-36915 is the hardest, for the one reason alone, that it continues
word-37165 See, here each one will find enough to do
word-37191 See, here each one will find enough to do
word-37287 In all these things no one can fix a definite rule
word-37296 In all these things no one can fix a definite rule
word-37690 it is shown that no one is without evil lust; but
word-37810 to help and serve every one with one' s goods. And
word-37836 to help and serve every one with one' s goods. And
word-37875 to help and serve every one with one' s goods. And
word-37907 to help and serve every one with one' s goods. And
word-38655 in faith; for here every one most surely feels that the
word-39353 no suit tried but that one side sins against this Commandment.
word-39454 no suit tried but that one side sins against this Commandment.
word-40195 so that without it no one has courage to do this
word-40235 so that without it no one has courage to do this
word-40270 so that without it no one has courage to do this
word-40598 after until death. For no one has ever been so holy
word-309 were also occasioned by the work of his calling and of
word-907 But while the work was in progress the material
word-2276 from which there is no work that could do justice to
word-2696 God, he derives the good work of the Second Commandment, namely,
word-2724 God, he derives the good work of the Second Commandment, namely,
word-3555 one' s calling, is the work which God requires of us.
word-3584 one' s calling, is the work which God requires of us.
word-3632 one' s calling, is the work which God requires of us.
word-5298 we do that we may work the works of God?" He
word-5308 we do that we may work the works of God?" He
word-5359 we do that we may work the works of God?" He
word-5580 count it also a good work when they work at their
word-5583 count it also a good work when they work at their
word-6003 that it pleases God, the work is good, even if it
word-6028 that it pleases God, the work is good, even if it
word-6164 and have given it a work of its own, apart from
word-6236 and have given it a work of its own, apart from
word-6239 and have given it a work of its own, apart from
word-6364 lives in each and every work without distinction, however numerous and
word-6382 lives in each and every work without distinction, however numerous and
word-6398 lives in each and every work without distinction, however numerous and
word-6552 nor does it allow any work to be taken from it,
word-7464 with us, is the highest work that can be done by
word-7761 IX. Now this is the work of the First Commandment, which
word-7905 IX. Now this is the work of the First Commandment, which
word-8182 saints combined. For the chief work is not present, without which
word-9134 exaltation and urging of one work above another cannot exist beside
word-9175 exaltation and urging of one work above another cannot exist beside
word-9227 exaltation and urging of one work above another cannot exist beside
word-9283 First Commandment give us more work to do than any man
word-9433 will he find how much work he has to do, and
word-9462 will he find how much work he has to do, and
word-9547 will he find how much work he has to do, and
word-9633 first have health, which will work all the works of all
word-9906 not bound only to one work or to a few. So
word-10376 it as any other free work which comes to his hand
word-10689 still regard faith as a work among other works, and do
word-10706 still regard faith as a work among other works, and do
word-11089 and all this is the work of faith, firmly grounded in
word-11479 have treated of the first work and of the First Commandment,
word-11518 next to faith, is the work of the Second Commandment, that
word-11567 next to faith, is the work of the Second Commandment, that
word-11724 I know well that this work is lightly esteemed, and has
word-11763 I know well that this work is lightly esteemed, and has
word-11870 God; for by no other work can one find or lose
word-12167 What work is there in heaven except
word-12351 a greater and more acceptable work than another, who fasts much,
word-12614 without faith, cause the precious work to be despised. So that
word-12851 XXI. The first work of this Commandment then is,
word-12970 Therefore the second work of this Commandment is, to
word-13251 to do except this second work of this Commandment, he would
word-13260 to do except this second work of this Commandment, he would
word-13292 to do except this second work of this Commandment, he would
word-13558 motive, so is also the work and the reward: none of
word-14629 XXV. The third work of this Commandment is to
word-14723 XXV. The third work of this Commandment is to
word-15989 the greatest and most difficult work of this Commandment is to
word-16902 alone; He wants us to work with Him, and does us
word-16913 alone; He wants us to work with Him, and does us
word-16915 alone; He wants us to work with Him, and does us
word-16937 alone; He wants us to work with Him, and does us
word-17068 It also belongs to this work to resist all false, seductive,
word-18003 worse than those of the work days, what with loafing, gluttony,
word-18118 worse than those of the work days, what with loafing, gluttony,
word-18842 were any other common good work by itself. O God, how
word-18927 make to be a mere work like other ceremonies, but placed
word-20011 captain, and faith the chief work and the life of all
word-20265 who habitually pray, sing, read, work and seem to be great
word-20393 VII. Again: if no other work were commanded, would not prayer
word-20412 VII. Again: if no other work were commanded, would not prayer
word-20616 in the field, in this work or in that; of which
word-20694 said, that there is no work like prayer. Mumbling with the
word-20949 from nothing. I pray and work only because God of His
word-21532 sinner. All this is the work of those false preachers, who
word-21920 Commandment and is called a work of the Holy Day, is
word-22265 a common prayer, or a work of the Holy Day and
word-22479 the evil spirits? What greater work could be done on earth,
word-22509 has no greater power or work than such common prayer against
word-23998 the best, who began the work of slaying Christ. So also
word-24136 Take up this one single work of the mass, look on
word-24880 also they are freed from work before others, supported by tithes
word-24928 also they are freed from work before others, supported by tithes
word-24992 that we let God alone work in us and that we
word-25104 Now if God is to work and to live in him,
word-25277 This rest, namely, that our work cease and God alone work
word-25282 This rest, namely, that our work cease and God alone work
word-25588 is the first and highest work of God in us and
word-25801 their fasting nothing beyond the work itself: when they have performed
word-26770 and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according to
word-26800 and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according to
word-26806 and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according to
word-26846 and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according to
word-26874 and unrest. For God' s work rules in us according to
word-26952 xxviii, " He does the work of another that He may
word-27435 that God may live and work in us forever. Lo! these
word-27602 the First. For the first work is to believe, to have
word-27779 must be done in this work of the Third Commandment. Here
word-27949 the words of the first work of faith, which, according to
word-28023 the words of the first work of faith, which, according to
word-28324 The first work is that we honor our
word-28594 II. This work appears easy, but few regard
word-30606 will; without which faith no work lives, or is good and
word-30633 VII. The second work of this Commandment is to
word-30745 have reason to do this work and to exercise themselves in
word-31796 be allowed to do its work in Rome, and to lapse
word-31861 to put our hand to work to the same end, send
word-32324 XII. The third work of this Commandment is to
word-32375 XII. The third work of this Commandment is to
word-34124 no one would give them work in other places, this evil
word-34251 XVIII. The fourth work of this Commandment is obedience
word-34404 truly, this is the one work of servants whereby they may
word-34980 him not look to this work or to that, whether it
word-35877 Behold how this precious, excellent work has been lost among Christians,
word-36561 This high, noble, sweet work can easily be learned, if
word-36648 this Commandment too a good work is commanded, which includes much
word-36783 Now, if no other work were commanded but chastity alone,
word-36958 II. If this work of chastity is to be
word-36994 II. If this work of chastity is to be
word-37010 II. If this work of chastity is to be
word-37225 so as to fulfil the work of this Commandment and purify
word-37387 III. In this work a good strong faith is
word-37718 is none the less a work that gives pleasure, in which
word-37803 " benevolence;" which is a work ready to help and serve
word-38459 III. This work faith teaches of itself. For
word-38724 the doer of the good work of liberality, so it is
word-39139 includes no more than the work of that small member, the
word-40188 the master- workman in this work also, so that without it
word-40238 the master- workman in this work also, so that without it
word-40259 the master- workman in this work also, so that without it
word-40883 any money paid for a work or a replacement copy, if
word-40894 any money paid for a work or a replacement copy, if
word-2378 faith, " that confidence in God' s good will at all
word-2749 imagination of our hearts toward God' s benefits, and, to that
word-2928 help of God and for God' s sake, is the true
word-3670 whole depth and breadth of God' s will— positively and negatively—
word-4231 path of works leads to God' s grace and good- will,
word-4278 path of works leads to God' s grace and good- will,
word-4721 their art, I could, with God' s help, do it more
word-4758 their art, I could, with God' s help, do it more
word-5159 nothing else than to know God' s commandments. Thus Christ says,
word-6491 priest Eli who promised her God' s grace, she went home
word-7641 have had no faith in God' s grace and approval. Indeed,
word-7953 the faith or confidence in God' s favor at all times,
word-8245 to themselves, and to buy God' s grace from Him, as
word-8895 expecting by them to win God' s favor and anticipate His
word-9805 because they firmly trust that God' s favor and grace rests
word-10874 nothing but damnable sins before God' s judgment, as it is
word-11095 of faith, firmly grounded in God' s grace.
word-11393 pure good- will and love— God' s love toward thee and
word-11527 Commandment, that we shall honor God' s Name and not take
word-11580 Commandment, that we shall honor God' s Name and not take
word-11688 so, here also, to praise God' s glory and Name is
word-11778 and felt as in honoring God' s Name; and it greatly
word-11939 indeed it is impossible that God' s Name should not be
word-11982 indeed it is impossible that God' s Name should not be
word-12056 do not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the
word-12070 do not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the
word-12124 do not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the
word-12207 says in Psalm xxxiv: " God' s praise shall be continually
word-12505 two highest Commandments, faith and God' s honor. The hypocrite misses
word-12583 no one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so
word-12632 no one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so
word-12640 no one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so
word-12835 no one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so
word-13103 have not had experience of God' s Commandments and the histories
word-13507 and far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s fear,
word-13510 and far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s fear,
word-13513 and far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s fear,
word-13590 easily trained and incited by God' s fear and commandments than
word-13674 easily trained and incited by God' s fear and commandments than
word-14068 is the correct use of God' s Name and honor, when
word-14329 devised works and preached only God' s commandments, as one of
word-14471 to the simple meaning of God' s commandment only, that they
word-14517 to the simple meaning of God' s commandment only, that they
word-14540 to the simple meaning of God' s commandment only, that they
word-14637 Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every need.
word-14777 Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every need.
word-14958 more need to call upon God' s Name than when in
word-15043 his people, lest they forsake God' s commandment for no other
word-15115 his people, lest they forsake God' s commandment for no other
word-15260 that men may not need God' s Name and put no
word-15609 trust, not men, but only God' s children.
word-15624 constrain us to call upon God' s Name and to trust
word-15846 works and the power of God' s Name have become unknown
word-15959 from making sinful use of God' s Name by lying, swearing,
word-16033 myself, praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity and
word-16049 myself, praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity and
word-16141 myself, praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity and
word-16458 of truth and righteousness and God' s honor! But when something
word-16754 the truth ( which is God' s Name and honor)? Or
word-17364 blasphemers for the sake of God' s honor.
word-17450 Here no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and
word-17488 Here no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and
word-17534 Here no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and
word-17553 Here no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and
word-17573 Here no one fights for God' s Name and honor, and
word-17960 of and with faith in God' s favor, are nothing, as
word-18592 grow warm and melt in God' s love. Then will follow
word-20323 without any faith, not on God' s mercy and promise through
word-20750 is a great deed in God' s eyes.
word-20914 faint; but he must heed God' s command and cast this
word-21060 faint; but he must heed God' s command and cast this
word-21548 with faith and trust in God' s favor, but with their
word-23532 all been foretold, that when God' s anger is greatest and
word-23905 faith perishes, love grows cold, God' s Word is neglected, and
word-24366 own benefit and salvation; but God' s commandments drive us to
word-24735 the church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common
word-24841 the church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common
word-24864 the church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common
word-24957 the church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make common
word-25075 will and honor rather than God' s and his neighbor' s.
word-25455 feet go, commend himself to God' s governance, and entrust nothing
word-26768 anger, impatience and unrest. For God' s work rules in us
word-26798 anger, impatience and unrest. For God' s work rules in us
word-26840 anger, impatience and unrest. For God' s work rules in us
word-27143 man from his works to God' s works, just as a
word-27466 slain by these three exercises, God' s governance, our self- mortification,
word-27515 and in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that,
word-27624 and in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that,
word-27647 and in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that,
word-27654 and in sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that,
word-27793 that it must call upon God' s Name and praise it
word-27980 in which faith asks that God' s Name, praise and honor
word-28021 in which faith asks that God' s Name, praise and honor
word-28046 in which faith asks that God' s Name, praise and honor
word-28690 fear depart, unless they have God' s grace. In like manner,
word-29070 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to
word-29180 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to
word-29259 that they should make known God' s Commandments to their children,
word-29714 its own providing than on God' s care? Whereas St. Peter
word-29842 they rightly train them to God' s service, they will indeed
word-29948 they rightly train them to God' s service, they will indeed
word-31542 has ever been founded to God' s service far and wide;
word-31590 has ever been founded to God' s service far and wide;
word-31594 has ever been founded to God' s service far and wide;
word-31647 has ever been founded to God' s service far and wide;
word-31713 St. Peter, just as if God' s Name and the spiritual
word-31724 St. Peter, just as if God' s Name and the spiritual
word-31775 St. Peter, just as if God' s Name and the spiritual
word-32266 and must be considered except God' s first three Commandments, against
word-32837 a very small thing in God' s sight, and far too
word-34799 a matter not contrary to God' s commands. On the other
word-35119 as if good works and God' s Commandments had been thrown
word-35481 honor, body, and life, that God' s Commandments may stand.
word-35963 mirrors and masks we allow God' s Commandment to go to
word-36427 be not meek contrary to God' s honor and Commandment. For
word-36515 be not meek contrary to God' s honor and Commandment. For
word-37086 flee to prayer, call upon God' s mercy and help, read
word-38451 whether you will thereby fulfil God' s Commandment and be saved!
word-38875 do good works according to God' s Commandment, how nature squirms,
word-39277 their own advantage more than God' s Commandment, and excuse themselves
word-39475 their own advantage more than God' s Commandment, and excuse themselves
word-305 to appear in print were also occasioned by the work of
word-454 to appear in print were also occasioned by the work of
word-486 to appear in print were also occasioned by the work of
word-819 the treatise Of Good Works also belongs Though the incentive for
word-1103 for the untaught laity, I will not permit that to move
word-1151 for the untaught laity, I will not permit that to move
word-1164 for the untaught laity, I will not permit that to move
word-1992 then the accusations against him will quickly collapse.
word-2124 assurance of the divine good will even though " God should
word-2381 confidence in God' s good will at all times." Without this
word-2424 confidence in God' s good will at all times." Without this
word-3106 even the civil magistrates must also suffer reforms to be enacted
word-3214 God is gracious, he says, will find it an easy matter
word-3245 God is gracious, he says, will find it an easy matter
word-3286 God is gracious, he says, will find it an easy matter
word-3305 confidence is present there is also a courageous, strong and intrepid
word-3313 God is gracious, he says, will find it an easy matter
word-3346 confidence is present there is also a courageous, strong and intrepid
word-3570 spread opinion, as though the will of God as declared in
word-3680 spread opinion, as though the will of God as declared in
word-4776 I will most gladly leave to any
word-5072 work. If God permit, I will treat at another time of
word-5499 and as it believes, so also are the works which grow
word-5577 further, whether they count it also a good work when they
word-5624 because of such works, you will find that they say, "
word-6098 a Turk, a sinner, may also do; but to trust firmly
word-6448 The Spirit of the Lord will come upon thee, and thou
word-6473 God is with thee." So also we read of St. Anna,
word-6523 God is with thee." So also we read of St. Anna,
word-7420 as though it were His will to condemn and to be
word-7603 Law of Moses decrees; who will suffer no distinction among good
word-7718 Law of Moses decrees; who will suffer no distinction among good
word-7943 are directed and measured, so also its work, that is, the
word-8278 perverse people on earth, who will hardly or never be converted
word-8375 Egypt, now to Assyria, perchance also to the devil; and of
word-8399 Egypt, now to Assyria, perchance also to the devil; and of
word-8568 say: " Well, then, we will do no more good works,"
word-9152 only service of God, and will grant this name and honor
word-9215 This is what these men also do: they are zealous to
word-9388 never rests), let him who will be pious and filled with
word-9428 never rests), let him who will be pious and filled with
word-9632 must first have health, which will work all the works of
word-9643 all the members. So faith also must be in all works
word-9870 does not permit sins, nor will it cover them, but it
word-9912 or to a few. So also St. Paul, Galatians v: "
word-10068 or to a few. So also St. Paul, Galatians v: "
word-11368 for thee, then thy heart also must in its turn grow
word-11390 grow out of pure good- will and love— God' s love
word-11500 be said of it. We will now trace the works farther
word-11740 must examine it further, and will say no more about the
word-11793 increase faith, although all works also help to do this, as
word-11896 reaches quite to God. So also in the Second Commandment we
word-11921 reaches quite to God. So also in the Second Commandment we
word-12194 dwell in Thy house: they will be for ever praising Thee."
word-12201 for ever praising Thee." So also David says in Psalm xxxiv:
word-12239 to the glory of God." Also Colossians iii: " Whatsoever ye
word-12762 good back of them. Thus also Isaiah xlviii. rebukes the people
word-12874 such praise and thanksgiving ought also of right never to cease
word-13540 and honor drive them, these also have their reward, as the
word-13556 and honor drive them, these also have their reward, as the
word-13630 honor, just as we must also endure wicked men or the
word-13798 not only before God, but also before all men." And II.
word-14229 only does the evil, but also misuses all that is good.
word-14445 not only from sins, but also from the works which seem
word-14742 the day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt
word-14827 the day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt
word-14853 the day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt
word-14858 the day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt
word-14896 an hour without trials? I will not mention the trials of
word-15035 burden us; so that Moses also fears for his people, lest
word-15085 burden us; so that Moses also fears for his people, lest
word-15397 help and sure assistance, but also commands us confidently to look
word-15508 with him, how much more will not the most gracious, all-
word-15531 with him, how much more will not the most gracious, all-
word-15806 David, Psalm cxvi: " I will drink the cup of salvation,
word-15824 David, Psalm cxvi: " I will drink the cup of salvation,
word-15947 proclaimed under this Commandment. These also include, that we shall prevent
word-16148 Word, yet every Christian is also obligated to do so when
word-16516 lxxxii. Psalm, " How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept
word-16570 lxxxii. Psalm, " How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept
word-16962 of doing His work, He will condemn with the unrighteous, because
word-17064 XXXI. It also belongs to this work to
word-17505 old were masters in this; also the apostles, especially St. Paul,
word-17716 hallow His Name. But it will cost blood, and they who
word-17972 said above. Hence it would also be a good thing if
word-18154 preaching and pray. Therefore, we will briefly explain these three works.
word-18499 anger thereby. For this reason also no one shall or can
word-18596 in God' s love. Then will follow praise and thanksgiving with
word-18791 them. Of which the Preacher also says, " This is a
word-19246 things: either that your prayer will be granted, or that, if
word-19253 things: either that your prayer will be granted, or that, if
word-19285 so acceptable that either it will surely be granted, or something
word-19295 so acceptable that either it will surely be granted, or something
word-19302 given in its stead. So also says St. James: " Let
word-19450 his son shall ask bread, will he give him a stone?
word-19462 his son shall ask bread, will he give him a stone?
word-19474 his son shall ask bread, will he give him a stone?
word-19849 place, measure and limit; He will surely do what is right.
word-19875 place, measure and limit; He will surely do what is right.
word-20164 in faith, so that they also prayed Christ and said: "
word-20466 labor, but that if he will he can, while working, speak
word-20578 is nothing. For we must also practise the outward prayer in
word-20678 themselves in faith, and they will find that it is true,
word-20741 themselves in faith, and they will find that it is true,
word-20766 his powers. Oh, how often will he here prevent the desire
word-20784 time and place, nay, often also raise doubts, whether a man
word-20977 promised it, but He has also most sternly, on pain of
word-21064 with God' s command. Thus will he cease, and in no
word-21279 Ten Commandments, in which you will find what you lack and
word-21464 against your neighbor; and you will doubtless find that you are
word-21874 need of His grace, and will not suffer Him to be
word-22097 come together. For this reason also the Church is called a
word-22626 when prayer languishes, no one will take anything from him, and
word-22634 when prayer languishes, no one will take anything from him, and
word-22801 St. James also says: " Dear brethren, pray
word-23194 in good confidence that he will grant it. So we must
word-23385 the spiritual estate, and you will find how faith, hope, love,
word-23424 the spiritual estate, and you will find how faith, hope, love,
word-23469 the spiritual estate, and you will find how faith, hope, love,
word-23683 XV. But what will they do, who not only
word-23773 there would be such is also prophesied by the thief on
word-23792 there would be such is also prophesied by the thief on
word-23823 have we Christians become! When will there be an end of
word-24003 work of slaying Christ. So also must Christendom be laid waste
word-24219 only against the Turks, but also against the devils and the
word-24278 Christ at the last day will not ask how much you
word-24314 among the " least" are also those who are in sin
word-24413 among the " least" are also those who are in sin
word-24548 Genesis ii. Therefore He commanded also that the seventh day should
word-24697 this reason this Commandment is also to be understood in two
word-24833 and working people, that they also may be able to come
word-24875 and working people, that they also may be able to come
word-25070 he seeks his own profit, will and honor rather than God'
word-25265 these good works. Therefore we will now also speak of them.
word-25267 works. Therefore we will now also speak of them.
word-25324 we see our flesh, senses, will and thoughts tempting us, we
word-25609 we let our reason and will be idle, that we rest
word-25731 duration, as these do, but also by the nature of the
word-25817 done a good work. I will here say nothing of the
word-26246 law of his order. He will be regarded as a man
word-26479 fruit, cause and purpose. So also the sick should be allowed
word-26702 if they are stubborn and will not listen, we must let
word-27104 the day of rest, but also to hallow it or regard
word-27164 the day of rest, but also to hallow it or regard
word-27267 be dead); but He has also comforted us in the Scriptures
word-27282 us, Psalm xci, " I will be with him in all
word-27291 us, Psalm xci, " I will be with him in all
word-27307 us, Psalm xci, " I will be with him in all
word-27374 for our comfort, that we also in all suffering and death
word-27406 for our comfort, that we also in all suffering and death
word-28060 fourth petition is " Thy will be done"; in which we
word-28210 as superiors. For this reason also disobedience is a greater sin
word-28258 as superiors. For this reason also disobedience is a greater sin
word-28420 shalt love them," although this also must be done. But honor
word-28559 shalt love them," although this also must be done. But honor
word-28644 there the child' s own will is constantly broken, and it
word-28822 and commanded of parents must also be understood of those who,
word-29017 the first three Commandments; hence also they cannot see what the
word-29282 their children' s children." This also is the reason why God
word-29505 must do the world' s will and play the fool with
word-29781 they ought to ask God also for the marriage dower of
word-29795 they ought to ask God also for the marriage dower of
word-29846 to God' s service, they will indeed have both hands full
word-30177 no one vows that he will properly govern and teach himself
word-30330 the day of judgment, but will require of them the children
word-30474 the day of judgment, but will require of them the children
word-30492 the day of judgment, but will require of them the children
word-31077 has power to pardon. I will here refrain from saying more;
word-31260 and managed; and it would also be one of the works
word-31459 amounts to nothing; and we also sin if we follow and
word-32221 would be the best, and also the only remedy remaining, if
word-32627 XIII. This also is the reason why there
word-32687 XIII. This also is the reason why there
word-32763 XIII. This also is the reason why there
word-32929 XIV. In this power also there is much abuse. First,
word-33043 that they fear him, there will and must be ( unless
word-33076 threatens, Isaiah iii, " I will take away from them every
word-33086 threatens, Isaiah iii, " I will take away from them every
word-33113 The first and slightest, which also David chose, is pestilence, the
word-33164 The first and slightest, which also David chose, is pestilence, the
word-33205 XV. A prince must also be very wise and not
word-33281 right to it, therefore I will take it by storm and
word-33416 than his own will. So also a prince leads a multitude
word-33446 right to it, therefore I will take it by storm and
word-33458 right to it, therefore I will take it by storm and
word-33494 right to it, therefore I will take it by storm and
word-33499 right to it, therefore I will take it by storm and
word-33616 because of the excess, but also because of its expense. For
word-33686 because of the excess, but also because of its expense. For
word-34042 Jews, why should it not also be possible among Christians? Nay,
word-34199 works, like the others, should also be done in faith, yea,
word-34328 and be offended. St. Peter also says: " Servants, be subject
word-34349 and be offended. St. Peter also says: " Servants, be subject
word-34499 of the love and good- will toward God which grows out
word-34636 and equal, knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven."
word-34665 and equal, knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven."
word-34762 Here I ought naturally also to say how a wife
word-35551 lust of men, that these also be killed.
word-35709 man, so the evil spirit also would be meek if he
word-36206 God desires, and if He will be paid in no other
word-36595 that God is gracious, it will become quite easy for a
word-36966 is to be permanent, it will drive to many other good
word-37166 See, here each one will find enough to do with
word-37178 See, here each one will find enough to do with
word-37238 Some have also indicated more things which should
word-37409 so that for this reason also Isaiah xi. says that "
word-37496 so that for this reason also Isaiah xi. says that "
word-37777 This Commandment also has a work, which embraces
word-37902 This Commandment also has a work, which embraces
word-37982 This Commandment also has a work, which embraces
word-38054 money. Who is he? We will praise him, that he has
word-38276 heart upon them." So Christ also teaches, Matthew vi, that we
word-38329 see whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!" I
word-38361 see whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!" I
word-38416 and greed, and so we also should labor without worry and
word-38448 see whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!" I
word-38510 to money; he uses it also with cheerful liberality for the
word-38525 and knows well that he will have enough, however much he
word-38540 and knows well that he will have enough, however much he
word-38688 does not doubt that he will always have enough; on the
word-38730 of liberality, so it is also in all the other Commandments,
word-38757 IV. By this we are also to know that this liberality
word-38807 IV. By this we are also to know that this liberality
word-38826 IV. By this we are also to know that this liberality
word-38862 But here it will be found how hard it
word-38915 But here it will be found how hard it
word-38935 But here it will be found how hard it
word-39019 But here it will be found how hard it
word-39421 his enemy: but the ill will of a man of prominence
word-39716 For this reason the devil also does not stir, since by
word-39727 For this reason the devil also does not stir, since by
word-40002 and confidence are, there is also a bold, defiant, fearless heart,
word-40255 confidence of divine favor; so also he does no work of
word-40327 confidence of divine favor; so also he does no work of
word-2518 This brings us to the end of the
word-3247 God the Spirit will teach us to avoid unchaste thoughts and
word-4556 our Lord Christ has commanded us to watch carefully for the
word-6078 no other work, has given us the name of " believers
word-6994 still slight and weak; let us ask further, whether they believe
word-7105 still slight and weak; let us ask further, whether they believe
word-8794 that God is gracious to us and is pleased with us,
word-9281 not this First Commandment give us more work to do than
word-9473 can be in or about us and nothing can happen to
word-9479 can be in or about us and nothing can happen to
word-9877 cover them, but it sets us free to do all manner
word-11067 and yet petition: " Forgive us our trespasses"; we are children
word-11158 God commendeth His love to us as exceeding sweet and kindly,
word-11183 God commendeth His love to us as exceeding sweet and kindly,
word-11826 XIX. The First Commandment forbids us to have other gods, and
word-14089 if men want to praise us and not God in us,
word-14546 s commandments. He has given us such commandments that if we
word-14581 s commandments. He has given us such commandments that if we
word-14674 is really why He sends us so much trouble, suffering, adversity
word-14685 is really why He sends us so much trouble, suffering, adversity
word-15128 iii. So He deals with us also, when He sends us
word-15133 iii. So He deals with us also, when He sends us
word-15149 iii. So He deals with us also, when He sends us
word-15152 iii. So He deals with us also, when He sends us
word-15371 good and faithful God reward us for not believing and trusting
word-15399 good and faithful God reward us for not believing and trusting
word-15620 none of these adversities constrain us to call upon God' s
word-15643 none of these adversities constrain us to call upon God' s
word-15652 none of these adversities constrain us to call upon God' s
word-15687 none of these adversities constrain us to call upon God' s
word-16113 we must stir up against us the rich, learned, holy, and
word-16900 do it alone; He wants us to work with Him, and
word-16907 do it alone; He wants us to work with Him, and
word-16917 do it alone; He wants us to work with Him, and
word-16987 do it alone; He wants us to work with Him, and
word-16999 do it alone; He wants us to work with Him, and
word-17018 do it alone; He wants us to work with Him, and
word-17229 then when they present to us His Word, the Gospel, not
word-17293 then when they present to us His Word, the Gospel, not
word-17332 thus occasion may be given us to do the works of
word-18354 seal, He has left with us His own Body and Blood
word-19777 wills to give it to us better or in another way
word-20776 desire to pray, not allow us to find time and place,
word-20805 desire to pray, not allow us to find time and place,
word-20989 everlasting displeasure and wrath, commanded us to pray, to trust and
word-22373 need as the preacher makes us feel; and in order that
word-22386 need as the preacher makes us feel; and in order that
word-22394 need as the preacher makes us feel; and in order that
word-22541 such prayer. Gleefully he lets us go on building churches, endowing
word-22571 such prayer. Gleefully he lets us go on building churches, endowing
word-22865 this matter he sets before us Elijah, the Prophet, " who
word-22920 this matter he sets before us Elijah, the Prophet, " who
word-23646 God indicates how He wants us to withstand Him and turn
word-24091 which Christ has won for us freely with His precious blood,
word-24187 intolerable punishment and torment of us all, allows to fall and
word-24351 self- assumed good works lead us to and into ourselves, that
word-24370 self- assumed good works lead us to and into ourselves, that
word-24576 This Sabbath has now for us been changed into the Sunday,
word-24994 let God alone work in us and that we do nothing
word-25575 is nothing more perilous in us than our reason and will.
word-25592 is nothing more perilous in us than our reason and will.
word-26276 the body is not given us that we should kill its
word-26740 when men or devils cause us suffering, as when our property
word-26761 when men or devils cause us suffering, as when our property
word-26773 when men or devils cause us suffering, as when our property
word-26823 when men or devils cause us suffering, as when our property
word-26897 temptations upon us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which
word-26904 temptations upon us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which
word-26969 temptations upon us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which
word-26977 temptations upon us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which
word-26985 temptations upon us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which
word-26991 temptations upon us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which
word-27094 so great that He commands us not only to keep the
word-27223 In order to strengthen us thereto He has not only
word-27230 In order to strengthen us thereto He has not only
word-27269 In order to strengthen us thereto He has not only
word-27319 not enough, He has given us a powerful, strong example of
word-27437 not enough, He has given us a powerful, strong example of
word-27476 not enough, He has given us a powerful, strong example of
word-27698 honor and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and death,
word-27753 honor and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and death,
word-28034 and so God rule in us as in His own kingdom,
word-28204 those who are set over us as superiors. For this reason
word-28303 those who are set over us as superiors. For this reason
word-28577 or honored, nor to have us honor our parents; but with
word-29289 the reason why God bids us honor our parents, that is,
word-31687 thanks than that they mock us for it as fools.
word-32527 that which St. Peter bids us regard, namely, that its power,
word-32557 that which St. Peter bids us regard, namely, that its power,
word-34322 the heathen cannot complain of us and be offended. St. Peter
word-34712 do, how finely God offers us all good works so near
word-35458 injustice. Likewise, if he bade us bear false witness, steal, lie
word-35617 friends and those who do us good and give us pleasure
word-35621 friends and those who do us good and give us pleasure
word-35633 friends and those who do us good and give us pleasure
word-36345 heart was so pained for us all when He died on
word-36541 the sword, the rest of us with reproof and rebuke, yet
word-36864 the Commandments of God teach us how great truly good works
word-36877 the Commandments of God teach us how great truly good works
word-37231 of this Commandment and purify us daily more and more.
word-39703 in its place they teach us their own law and what
word-40316 our Lord Jesus Christ before us that we should believe in
word-40330 our Lord Jesus Christ before us that we should believe in
word-40555 grave, and the strife in us against them endures unto death;
word-40625 grave, and the strife in us against them endures unto death;
word-40638 grave, and the strife in us against them endures unto death;
word-4638 for the unlearned laity, this shall not disturb me. Would to
word-5187 Him, Matthew xix, what he shall do that he may inherit
word-5292 Jews asked Him: " What shall we do that we may
word-5780 that they please God. Then shall the head of my soul
word-5859 that whatsoever we ask, we shall receive of Him, because we
word-5908 that whatsoever we ask, we shall receive of Him, because we
word-7628 confession, and do enough, everything shall be good, although in all
word-9033 " Beware, if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here
word-9055 " Beware, if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here
word-9248 works are good; what they shall do; how they shall be
word-9252 works are good; what they shall do; how they shall be
word-9269 works are good; what they shall do; how they shall be
word-9842 I. Peter ii, " Ye shall live as free men, but
word-10886 cxliii: " In thy sight shall no man living be justified";
word-11231 being justified by His blood, shall we be saved from wrath
word-11260 being justified by His blood, shall we be saved from wrath
word-11525 the Second Commandment, that we shall honor God' s Name and
word-12152 my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise." Again:
word-12160 my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise." Again:
word-12210 xxxiv: " God' s praise shall be continually in my mouth."
word-14013 Matthew v: " Your light shall shine before men, so that
word-14038 Matthew v: " Your light shall shine before men, so that
word-14044 Matthew v: " Your light shall shine before men, so that
word-14477 s commandment only, that they shall diligently observe this only and
word-14492 s commandment only, that they shall diligently observe this only and
word-14611 s commandment only, that they shall diligently observe this only and
word-14973 Psalm xci, " A thousand shall fall on the left hand
word-15364 nothing holds or helps. How shall the good and faithful God
word-15832 the Lord with praise: so shall I be saved from all
word-15903 this Commandment are: that we shall not swear, curse, lie, deceive
word-15951 this Commandment are: that we shall not swear, curse, lie, deceive
word-16069 to His disciples: " Ye shall be hated of all men
word-17299 as a guide, as we shall hear in the Fourth Commandment.
word-17669 God; through which, if it shall last much longer, we will,
word-18249 the remission of sins. This shall ye do, as oft as
word-18322 the remission of sins. This shall ye do, as oft as
word-18502 this reason also no one shall or can reap any benefit
word-18907 instituted, in which His Christians shall assemble, exercise themselves and keep
word-19069 St. Paul says, " Ye shall preach of His death." For
word-19183 do not doubt that we shall be heard. So St. Bernard
word-19197 do not doubt that we shall be heard. So St. Bernard
word-19233 do not doubt that we shall be heard. So St. Bernard
word-19327 that man think that he shall receive any thing of the
word-19389 ye receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke
word-19399 ye receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke
word-19406 ye receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke
word-19411 ye receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke
word-19433 ye receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke
word-19447 ye receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke
word-19502 ye receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke
word-20061 works are commanded, that you shall know what you can and
word-20187 Therefore you shall not despair, nor give up,
word-20218 Therefore you shall not despair, nor give up,
word-20339 however long we live, we shall always have our hands full
word-21027 to receive from Him, how shall it be too much for
word-21174 In the mass a Christian shall keep in mind the short-
word-21229 In the mass a Christian shall keep in mind the short-
word-21348 one has faults, then you shall think more of these faults
word-21378 one has faults, then you shall think more of these faults
word-21401 one has faults, then you shall think more of these faults
word-21623 Nay, you believe that God shall hear most of all when
word-23343 if you ask what you shall speak of and lament in
word-23549 if you ask what you shall speak of and lament in
word-24799 lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the other"; on the
word-25674 how much and why we shall fast, watch and labor.
word-26107 wantonness of his flesh, he shall let fasting alone entirely, and
word-26813 foolishness and impurity, and these shall rest: so in like manner
word-26851 foolishness and impurity, and these shall rest: so in like manner
word-27163 of God. Therefore a man shall also recognise them as holy
word-27407 God in Him, so also shall we by the death of
word-30073 shalt be happy, and it shall be well with thee. Thy
word-30080 shalt be happy, and it shall be well with thee. Thy
word-30092 shalt be happy, and it shall be well with thee. Thy
word-30107 shalt be happy, and it shall be well with thee. Thy
word-30373 are coming, in which they shall say: Blessed are the wombs
word-30390 are coming, in which they shall say: Blessed are the wombs
word-31368 has said, that those times shall be perilous in which such
word-31375 has said, that those times shall be perilous in which such
word-31897 for their parishes properly, they shall live in them and improve
word-32260 follow. For here nothing else shall and must be considered except
word-35201 Matthew xxiv: " If they shall say unto you: Lo, here
word-35216 Matthew xxiv: " If they shall say unto you: Lo, here
word-35445 God has commanded that we shall not kill our neighbor, nor
word-36010 he who keeps His Commandments, shall enter into eternal life.
word-36093 forward who asks what he shall do that he may do
word-36257 forward who asks what he shall do that he may do
word-36274 forward who asks what he shall do that he may do
word-37109 says Psalm cxxxvii: " Happy shall he be, that taketh and
word-37468 of a certainty how he shall avoid evil thoughts and everything
word-37672 Paul, Romans vi, " Ye shall not obey the body in
word-37698 Paul, Romans vi, " Ye shall not obey the body in
word-37725 Paul, Romans vi, " Ye shall not obey the body in
word-38282 teaches, Matthew vi, that we shall take no thought, what we
word-38288 teaches, Matthew vi, that we shall take no thought, what we
word-38295 teaches, Matthew vi, that we shall take no thought, what we
word-38341 not say that a man shall not labor and seek a
word-38350 not say that a man shall not labor and seek a
word-38763 to know that this liberality shall extend even to enemies and
word-39890 Christ has foretold: " Ye shall be hated of all men
word-39905 Christ has foretold: " Ye shall be hated of all men
word-2089 is the sure confidence in God, that all my doing is
word-2408 could be well- pleasing to God, he would be lowering God
word-2691 pure heart and confidence toward God, he derives the good work
word-2704 pure heart and confidence toward God, he derives the good work
word-3770 content and its worth before God, it must have appeared as
word-4220 regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish opinion, that the
word-4267 regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish opinion, that the
word-4668 I would be satisfied, thank God, and be quite willing then
word-5219 works from the Commandments of God, and not from the appearance,
word-5310 This is the work of God, that ye believe on Him
word-5422 that what they do pleases God, they say, " No"; they
word-5517 that what they do pleases God, they say, " No"; they
word-5679 and lessen the service of God, Who is served by all
word-5883 " Whosoever is born of God, that is, whoever believes and
word-5890 " Whosoever is born of God, that is, whoever believes and
word-6001 heart confident that it pleases God, the work is good, even
word-6107 heart confident that it pleases God, the work is good, even
word-6745 lives in this confidence toward God, a knows all things, can
word-6814 lives in this confidence toward God, a knows all things, can
word-7453 believe at such times that God, in His mercy, is pleased
word-7501 believe at such times that God, in His mercy, is pleased
word-7780 " Since I alone am God, thou shalt place all thy
word-7805 is not to have a god, if you call him God
word-7998 " Since I alone am God, thou shalt place all thy
word-8053 " Since I alone am God, thou shalt place all thy
word-8308 and help everywhere except from God, from Whom they are most
word-8416 and help everywhere except from God, from Whom they are most
word-8710 we call honoring and worshiping God, and, according to the First
word-8754 we believe that they please God, then they are praiseworthy, not
word-8822 we believe that they please God, then they are praiseworthy, not
word-8975 makes true, living children of God, the other only makes worse
word-9065 makes true, living children of God, the other only makes worse
word-9150 be the only service of God, and will grant this name
word-9332 in faith and confidence toward God, to place such faith in
word-9349 in faith and confidence toward God, to place such faith in
word-10364 that this is pleasing to God, and he does it willingly,
word-10656 my works are pleasing to God, when at times I fall,
word-11031 because of the grace of God, as it is written, Psalm
word-11379 sweet and kindly affectioned toward God, and so thy confidence must
word-11838 commands that we have a God, the true God, by a
word-11841 commands that we have a God, the true God, by a
word-12087 to praise, honor, and bless God, and to call upon His
word-12303 wonderful and righteous judgment of God, that at times a poor
word-12436 wonderful and righteous judgment of God, that at times a poor
word-12526 wonderful and righteous judgment of God, that at times a poor
word-13319 So the holy Name of God, which alone should be honored,
word-13659 not satisfactory and right before God, and so leave them until
word-13796 do good, not only before God, but also before all men."
word-13912 do good, not only before God, but also before all men."
word-13926 do good, not only before God, but also before all men."
word-13970 do good, not only before God, but also before all men."
word-14935 man is tempted to forget God, to become too bold and
word-15447 only promises, is set above God, Who promises, urges and commands;
word-15561 only promises, is set above God, Who promises, urges and commands;
word-15916 with the holy Name of God, and otherwise misuse it; which
word-16732 the Name and honor of God, not speaking of them and
word-17888 in the things which concern God, and in which God has
word-17901 in the things which concern God, and in which God has
word-18846 good work by itself. O God, how exceeding blind we are!
word-19994 confidence, hope and love to God, so that in all the
word-20090 humbly to confess it to God, and so begin with a
word-21313 do not praise and honor God, but love your own honor
word-21382 do not praise and honor God, but love your own honor
word-21576 overtakes you, you call upon God, this Saint and that, and
word-21806 you must not withdraw from God, but run to Him, and
word-21853 you must not withdraw from God, but run to Him, and
word-22130 all men, present them before God, and call upon Him for
word-22454 people would rise up to God, what immeasurable virtue and help
word-23442 with tears of blood to God, Who is so terribly angry
word-23670 with tears of blood to God, Who is so terribly angry
word-23812 O God, how blind, nay, how insane
word-24160 grieve you, tell it to God, and pray over it. Do
word-24179 grieve you, tell it to God, and pray over it. Do
word-24754 Christendom no longer commanded by God, as the Apostle says, Colossians
word-27429 burial, be lifted up into God, that God may live and
word-27486 burial, be lifted up into God, that God may live and
word-27749 retain a sure confidence in God, although He sends us death,
word-28253 order of the Commandments of God, although there are distinctions also
word-28759 than the high Commandment of God, Who is above all things,
word-29377 way to obey them; for God, according to the first three
word-29541 crown, and yet said to God, Esther xiv, " Thou knowest,
word-29704 a heart which despairs of God, and trusts more on its
word-29917 to trust, believe and fear God, and to place their hope
word-30051 Blessed are they that fear God, and walk in His Commandments;
word-34240 and praise of his gracious God, thereby to serve and benefit
word-34340 masters, for the fear of God, not only to the good
word-34360 masters, for the fear of God, not only to the good
word-35356 contrary to the Commandments of God, or hinder him from doing
word-37537 that is, the Spirit of God, teacheth you of all things."
word-37980 make an honorable living before God, but also be overcome with
word-38536 may give away. For his God, Whom he trusts, will not
word-38571 may give away. For his God, Whom he trusts, will not
word-38678 For because a man trusts God, he is generous and does
word-39986 they have no faith in God, and expect nothing good from
word-40082 they have no faith in God, and expect nothing good from
word-40102 they have no faith in God, and expect nothing good from
word-40479 to keep the Commandments of God, and can never do all
word-2396 are as nothing, and if man should think that by them
word-4545 and in which the simpleminded man is so easily misled that
word-5180 commandments." And when the young man asks Him, Matthew xix, what
word-6041 all the dead and the man should give himself to be
word-6203 it all things that a man does are well done. Indeed,
word-6591 common human example. When a man and a woman love and
word-6700 common human example. When a man and a woman love and
word-6871 makes confession there, questions this man and that, and yet finds
word-8480 sua vivit, " the righteous man draws his life out of
word-9032 xxiv: " Beware, if any man shall say unto you, Lo,
word-9288 work to do than any man can do? If a man
word-9293 work to do than any man can do? If a man
word-9360 the being and nature of man cannot for an instant be
word-9722 not heed it. If every man had faith, we would need
word-9899 to us, so that a man is not bound only to
word-10542 to faith, as a sick man is treated, and must be
word-10800 sin not. And if any man sin, we have an Advocate
word-10839 sin not. And if any man sin, we have an Advocate
word-10860 sin not. And if any man sin, we have an Advocate
word-10888 sin not. And if any man sin, we have an Advocate
word-11858 the only works whereby a man can have, honor and keep
word-12005 kinds of good works a man can do under this Commandment
word-12912 one part of the Commandment man is overwhelmed with good and
word-13242 Therefore if a man had nothing else to do
word-13812 walk so honestly that no man knows anything against us." But
word-13858 walk so honestly that no man knows anything against us." But
word-13946 walk so honestly that no man knows anything against us." But
word-13961 walk so honestly that no man knows anything against us." But
word-14132 that God frequently permits a man to fall into or remain
word-14240 Now see how much a man has to do, if he
word-14292 Now see how much a man has to do, if he
word-14298 Now see how much a man has to do, if he
word-14439 Scripture are spoken to tear man not only from sins, but
word-14514 Scripture are spoken to tear man not only from sins, but
word-14697 that He may thereby urge man and give him much reason
word-14772 that He may thereby urge man and give him much reason
word-14869 Lo! what man is there on earth, who
word-14930 Lo! what man is there on earth, who
word-15383 as much or more than man and the devil, although He
word-15520 as much or more than man and the devil, although He
word-15536 as much or more than man and the devil, although He
word-15725 seeks pride, glory, that a man be well thought of, and
word-16494 therefore he lets the poor man remain unhelped. And who could
word-16693 What would it help a man if he did all manner
word-17877 are written, and they govern man on the right side, namely,
word-17897 are written, and they govern man on the right side, namely,
word-17899 are written, and they govern man on the right side, namely,
word-18371 there is need that a man practise the first works of
word-18773 while we fare like the man in II. Kings vii: we
word-18802 while we fare like the man in II. Kings vii: we
word-19323 he wavers, let not that man think that he shall receive
word-20407 exercise the whole life of man in faith? For this work
word-20789 also raise doubts, whether a man is worthy to ask anything
word-20808 also raise doubts, whether a man is worthy to ask anything
word-20875 When so tempted, a man must indeed be wise, and
word-22820 the prayer of a righteous man availeth much, a prayer that
word-23590 " I sought for a man among them, that should make
word-24422 one another. From which every man may know that the slanderers,
word-24763 Colossians ii, " Let no man obligate you to any holiday
word-25340 heed them, as the Wise Man says: " Follow not thine
word-25364 Here a man must make daily use of
word-25437 Here a man must make daily use of
word-25475 Here a man must make daily use of
word-26251 will be regarded as a man who takes no care of
word-27049 day of rest; then a man does not guide himself, then
word-27138 are holy and sanctify a man from his works to God'
word-27162 are holy and sanctify a man from his works to God'
word-28443 with love, and causes a man to fear offending them more
word-30109 table. Behold, thus shall the man be blessed, that feareth the
word-30559 divine favor, so that a man doubt not that he is
word-32499 curse it, and when a man cannot revenge himself and abuses
word-33082 take away from them every man of valor, and will give
word-34363 acceptable with God, if a man suffers harshness, being innocent."
word-35052 Oh, if a man were so to regard himself
word-35291 whatever another do. Let no man think that he lives well
word-35373 duty is annulled. Here a man must say as St. Peter
word-35501 that is, they take a man captive, rule him and make
word-36444 he was the very meekest man on earth, and yet, when
word-36601 become quite easy for a man to be gracious and favorable
word-37080 when evil lust stirs, a man flee to prayer, call upon
word-37525 Ye need not that any man teach you: for the divine
word-38018 II. Therefore the Wise Man says not in vain: "
word-38158 Now see, if a man wish not only to do
word-38340 do not say that a man shall not labor and seek
word-38401 do not say that a man shall not labor and seek
word-38482 is it possible that a man should be greedy and worry?
word-38676 is faith. For because a man trusts God, he is generous
word-38697 is faith. For because a man trusts God, he is generous
word-38794 Luke vi, even a wicked man does that to another who
word-39192 silent. By speaking, when a man has an unjust law- suit,
word-39404 silent. By speaking, when a man has an unjust law- suit,
word-39410 silent. By speaking, when a man has an unjust law- suit,
word-39424 silent. By speaking, when a man has an unjust law- suit,
word-2194 " heathen, Jew and Turk" may have and do. Where such
word-3095 who are now too timid, may be induced to follow. But
word-3694 perceived it. Though this thought may have been occasionally expressed in
word-4467 spirit, like the princely blood, may be the same in both
word-4904 Church. Whoever likes it not, may hear and read what others
word-5012 pray that your princely Grace may accept this offering of mine
word-5191 he shall do that he may inherit eternal life, Christ sets
word-5297 shall we do that we may work the works of God?"
word-5385 shall we do that we may work the works of God?"
word-5760 works be good, whatever they may be, without any distinction. And
word-6097 Jew, a Turk, a sinner, may also do; but to trust
word-6582 VI. This we may see in a common human
word-6701 VI. This we may see in a common human
word-6771 and freely; not that he may gather many merits and good
word-6824 and freely; not that he may gather many merits and good
word-8427 only think of how they may get rid of their trouble
word-8940 perform all works, whatever they may be.
word-10395 no more than that he may in his faith do works
word-10636 their way, that the blind may lead the blind.
word-13049 the least, however small he may be; so deeply is nature
word-13983 order that with it he may serve God and his neighbor,
word-14020 order that with it he may serve God and his neighbor,
word-14054 order that with it he may serve God and his neighbor,
word-14145 sin, in order that he may be put to shame in
word-14205 sin, in order that he may be put to shame in
word-14694 wicked, sinful affections, that He may thereby urge man and give
word-15147 He of us, that He may teach us and drive us
word-15225 another that, if only they may thereby escape misfortune and be
word-15257 another that, if only they may thereby escape misfortune and be
word-17291 God over them, that it may serve us as a guide,
word-17329 power, so that thus occasion may be given us to do
word-20003 all the Commandments the First may be the captain, and faith
word-21048 however worthy or unworthy I may be?" Thus we must drive
word-21993 are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable
word-22068 are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable
word-22380 and in order that we may pray worthily, he first exhorts
word-22409 and in order that we may pray worthily, he first exhorts
word-22517 common prayer against everything that may oppose it. This the evil
word-22576 common prayer against everything that may oppose it. This the evil
word-22811 for one another, that ye may be saved. For the prayer
word-23016 of nothing except that you may finish the words and complete
word-23522 in you, however righteous you may be. But it has all
word-24376 to our neighbor, that we may thereby benefit others to their
word-24423 to our neighbor, that we may thereby benefit others to their
word-24727 work, in order that we may gather in the church, see
word-24834 work, in order that we may gather in the church, see
word-25124 up- rooted, so that there may be rest and a cessation
word-25147 up- rooted, so that there may be rest and a cessation
word-26363 Adam, that through them he may be cured of his evil
word-26759 taken away; and everything that may move us to anger, impatience
word-26925 nothing else than that He may drive out anger, impatience and
word-26957 nothing else than that He may drive out anger, impatience and
word-26975 nothing else than that He may drive out anger, impatience and
word-26989 nothing else than that He may drive out anger, impatience and
word-27432 up into God, that God may live and work in us
word-28069 which we pray that we may keep and have the Seven
word-28226 dishonesty, and all that these may include. For we can in
word-29048 pleasure and possessions, that they may by all means please men
word-29910 meat and drink, that they may learn to trust, believe and
word-29958 meat and drink, that they may learn to trust, believe and
word-30427 eyes of parents, that they may have regard to the souls
word-30496 eyes of parents, that they may have regard to the souls
word-30503 eyes of parents, that they may have regard to the souls
word-31192 the inhabitants were Christians. How may things go when one bishop
word-31240 government nothing or little. Meanwhile may he help who can, that
word-31424 bishop, nor pope, nor angel, may command or determine anything that
word-32798 the temporal power; for it may do and leave undone what
word-33222 his own will, although he may have the authority and the
word-33294 although all sorts of misfortune may come to others thereby. So
word-33380 although all sorts of misfortune may come to others thereby. So
word-34409 work of servants whereby they may be saved; truly they need
word-34898 and do everything whereby they may benefit and help them. That
word-35003 and do everything whereby they may benefit and help them. That
word-35312 or by whatever name it may be called, if he does
word-35484 life, that God' s Commandments may stand.
word-35728 you in order that they may show you how full of
word-35741 you in order that they may show you how full of
word-36097 he shall do that he may do good works, please God
word-36127 he shall do that he may do good works, please God
word-36184 he shall do that he may do good works, please God
word-36613 his neighbor, however much he may have sinned; for we have
word-37277 upon them, and whatsoever else may be conducive to chastity. In
word-37324 upon them, and whatsoever else may be conducive to chastity. In
word-37351 upon them, and whatsoever else may be conducive to chastity. In
word-37833 in temporal goods which men may practise toward one another: such
word-38171 but even miracles, which God may praise and be pleased with,
word-38531 have enough, however much he may give away. For his God,
word-39966 dissemble, in order that they may not lose goods, honor, favor
word-40271 same faith: thus every one may easily by this Commandment test
word-40642 in us by nature, and may be checked, but not entirely
word-40670 in us by nature, and may be checked, but not entirely
word-1438 on an evangelical understanding of faith, as deep as was Luther'
word-1456 on an evangelical understanding of faith, as deep as was Luther'
word-1507 on an evangelical understanding of faith, as deep as was Luther'
word-2052 only when they flow from faith, the first, greatest, and noblest
word-2068 only when they flow from faith, the first, greatest, and noblest
word-2259 This faith, Luther continues, is " the
word-2297 This faith, Luther continues, is " the
word-2502 elected, do not flow from faith, and are done with the
word-2559 how the " best work," faith, must prove itself in every
word-2568 how the " best work," faith, must prove itself in every
word-2620 how the " best work," faith, must prove itself in every
word-2633 how the " best work," faith, must prove itself in every
word-2807 an exercise and proof of faith, Luther especially mentions the proper
word-2863 the Third. The exercise of faith, according to this Commandment, consists
word-3190 point out their relation to faith, thus holding fast this fundamental
word-4986 in Good Works and the Faith, with which instruction it was
word-5060 practice and make use of faith, and let faith be the
word-5479 works are done outside of faith, therefore they are nothing and
word-5512 works are done outside of faith, therefore they are nothing and
word-5546 works are done outside of faith, therefore they are nothing and
word-6067 or in faith is sin." Faith, as the chief work, and
word-7393 is the highest stage of faith, when; God punishes the conscience
word-7531 as I said, always praised faith, and rejected all works which
word-7541 as I said, always praised faith, and rejected all works which
word-7884 and in truth." And this faith, faithfulness, confidence deep in the
word-8012 and in truth." And this faith, faithfulness, confidence deep in the
word-8469 he ascribes so much to faith, that he says: Justus ex
word-8505 he ascribes so much to faith, that he says: Justus ex
word-8554 he ascribes so much to faith, that he says: Justus ex
word-8602 which are done entirely without faith, they say: Men are only
word-8768 virtue, but because of such faith, for which all works are
word-8872 virtue, but because of such faith, for which all works are
word-9007 allow them to be without faith, so that they are miserably
word-9267 that when we preach of faith, we shall neither teach nor
word-9724 it. If every man had faith, we would need no more
word-10109 the true works, and neglect faith, which they ought always to
word-10485 hopeless, these men of weak faith, who would gladly do right
word-10519 hopeless, these men of weak faith, who would gladly do right
word-10538 hopeless, these men of weak faith, who would gladly do right
word-10616 hopeless, these men of weak faith, who would gladly do right
word-10909 be good except through this faith, which looks for no judgment,
word-11091 this is the work of faith, firmly grounded in God' s
word-11317 forgiveness of all thy sins. Faith, therefore, does not begin with
word-11515 The second work, next to faith, is the work of the
word-11553 The second work, next to faith, is the work of the
word-11789 helps to strengthen and increase faith, although all works also help
word-11845 true God, by a firm faith, trust, confidence, hope and love,
word-11977 true God, by a firm faith, trust, confidence, hope and love,
word-12610 while the heart is without faith, cause the precious work to
word-12695 while the heart is without faith, cause the precious work to
word-12926 he do these in true faith, he has indeed not lived
word-15517 gracious, all- truthful God keep faith, if a man trusts Him?
word-15777 of God in a firm faith, as Solomon says, Proverbs xviii:
word-19274 therefore, a special exercise of faith, and faith makes the prayer
word-19362 And to call forth such faith, Christ Himself has said, Mark
word-19987 First Commandment, that is, of faith, trust, confidence, hope and love
word-20050 answer: For this very reason faith, prayer and all other good
word-20160 answer: For this very reason faith, prayer and all other good
word-20320 of their works without any faith, not on God' s mercy
word-20360 the First Commandment and of faith, and not to cease to
word-20605 to the inner prayer and faith, whether in the house or
word-20675 and rightly exercise themselves in faith, and they will find that
word-20725 and rightly exercise themselves in faith, and they will find that
word-21297 find in yourself a weak faith, small hope and little love
word-21660 not want to ask for faith, hope, love, humility, obedience, chastity,
word-23388 and you will find how faith, hope, love, obedience, chastity and
word-27534 the First Commandment and in faith, and that faith, for the
word-27537 the First Commandment and in faith, and that faith, for the
word-27676 the evil spirit perceives such faith, such honoring of God and
word-27787 the evil spirit perceives such faith, such honoring of God and
word-27951 of the first work of faith, which, according to the First
word-30587 exhortation and exercise of his faith, that he trust God and
word-34203 should also be done in faith, yea, be an exercise of
word-34209 should also be done in faith, yea, be an exercise of
word-36571 if we perform it in faith, and as an exercise of
word-39592 Gospel and the truth of faith, which the evil spirit has
word-40209 are all works comprised in faith, as has now been often
word-40453 uneasy consciences, silenced and weakened faith, and has not said how
word-30 not impose himself as reformer upon the Church. In the course
word-56 regularly and divinely called, and without any urging on his part,
word-804 was written by him only upon solicitation from outside sources.
word-1060 Luther lays the greatest stress upon this, for he writes: "
word-1263 of their kingdom depend largely upon the cultivation of morality on
word-1394 of their kingdom depend largely upon the cultivation of morality on
word-1475 held to be a knowledge without any life or effect, the
word-1553 by love and its good works, he was in danger of
word-1871 the so- called self- elected works, such as " running to
word-1933 the so- called self- elected works, such as " running to
word-2037 s particular calling, and all works, let their name be what
word-2076 s particular calling, and all works, let their name be what
word-2114 and puts sufferings and adversities upon us; it is the assurance
word-2210 s particular calling, and all works, let their name be what
word-2305 best and noblest of good works, with his opening proposition (
word-2385 good will at all times." Without this faith the best works
word-2438 understanding of faith and good works, so Luther now addresses his
word-2461 understanding of faith and good works, so Luther now addresses his
word-3034 they undertake strange and evil works, like parents whose commands are
word-3760 works of love must bestow upon faith its form, its content
word-3805 true faith which invests the works, even the best and greatest
word-3812 true faith which invests the works, even the best and greatest
word-4212 The seeking after self- elected works, the indolence regarding the works
word-4589 and flaws as have good works, which ought to have a
word-4599 a single simple goodness, and without it are mere color, show
word-5545 and reject such works done without faith, they accuse me of
word-5553 accuse me of forbidding good works, when in truth I am
word-5622 in them because of such works, you will find that they
word-5762 good, whatever they may be, without any distinction. And they are
word-6300 not because of your good works, but when you believed the
word-6365 in each and every work without distinction, however numerous and various
word-6391 in each and every work without distinction, however numerous and various
word-6424 of a teacher of good works, but whatever he finds to
word-6450 of the Lord will come upon thee, and thou shalt be
word-6777 gather many merits and good works, but because it is a
word-6914 gather many merits and good works, but because it is a
word-6981 sun of righteousness rose not upon us."
word-7121 stone, and yet He looks upon me and does not leave
word-7230 go and do some good works, as they think, and are
word-7511 are not certain in their works, and doubt even on the
word-7539 all works which are done without such faith, in order thereby
word-7555 false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with which all monastic houses,
word-7609 false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with which all monastic houses,
word-7663 all works which are done without such faith, in order thereby
word-7899 fulfilling of the First Commandment; without this there is no other
word-7991 fulfilling of the First Commandment; without this there is no other
word-8186 chief work is not present, without which all the others are
word-8232 wish with their many good works, as they say, to make
word-8541 justify no one before God without faith. So utterly and roundly
word-8601 time, which are done entirely without faith, they say: Men are
word-8813 only through and after our works, then it is all pure
word-8871 only done in doubt or without faith, but there is not
word-8887 does not set his confidence upon the works, expecting by them
word-8889 only through and after our works, then it is all pure
word-8937 only through and after our works, then it is all pure
word-9006 yet allow them to be without faith, so that they are
word-9127 faith knows no distinction among works, such exaltation and urging of
word-9223 faith knows no distinction among works, such exaltation and urging of
word-9366 cannot for an instant be without doing or not doing something,
word-9395 pious and filled with good works, begin and in all his
word-9594 of all your limbs; but without health, the works of all
word-9695 and tempt men to good works, if faith does all things
word-9742 and tempt men to good works, if faith does all things
word-9811 s favor and grace rests upon them in all things. The
word-10094 s favor and grace rests upon them in all things. The
word-10106 if they were the true works, and neglect faith, which they
word-10119 if they were the true works, and neglect faith, which they
word-10382 which comes to his hand without his choice, because he desires
word-10607 hardheaded, who, hardened in their works, give no heed to what
word-10692 as a work among other works, and do not set it
word-10899 as a work among other works, and do not set it
word-10953 Thy countenance is lift up upon us ( that is, the
word-10986 thus are works forgiven, are without guilt and are good, not
word-11022 must fear because of the works, but comfort ourselves because of
word-11125 most necessary to know. First: Without doubt faith does not come
word-11289 and offers thee His mercy without any previous merits of thine
word-11323 therefore, does not begin with works, neither do they create it,
word-11417 therefore, does not begin with works, neither do they create it,
word-11541 This, like all the other works, cannot be done without faith;
word-11545 other works, cannot be done without faith; and if it is
word-11552 other works, cannot be done without faith; and if it is
word-12017 all times and never be without the good works of this
word-12053 all times and never be without the good works of this
word-12091 bless God, and to call upon His Name? Now if you
word-12117 all times and never be without the good works of this
word-12318 one can see many great works, in the privacy of his
word-12337 or with entire confidence calls upon Him when he fares ill,
word-12486 or with entire confidence calls upon Him when he fares ill,
word-12498 or with entire confidence calls upon Him when he fares ill,
word-12609 it, while the heart is without faith, cause the precious work
word-12680 deeds and confidently to call upon Him in all adversities, these
word-12692 truly the most rare, highest works, next to faith, so that
word-12741 truly the most rare, highest works, next to faith, so that
word-12747 it, while the heart is without faith, cause the precious work
word-12750 it, while the heart is without faith, cause the precious work
word-12834 deeds and confidently to call upon Him in all adversities, these
word-13301 in many other lesser good works, nay, through other good works
word-14249 if he would do good works, which always are at hand
word-14499 for a sign unto thee upon thine hand, and for a
word-14587 to the left into evil works, fights on our right through
word-14636 this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every
word-14661 this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every
word-14714 this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every
word-14734 this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every
word-14790 this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every
word-14850 this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in every
word-14893 For who lives an hour without trials? I will not mention
word-14957 times more need to call upon God' s Name than when
word-15157 us to honor and call upon His Name, to gain confidence
word-15319 cheerful meditation of and calling upon His holy Name.
word-15354 to them for the best; without such faith and confidence nothing
word-15540 rich man trusts and relies upon his money and possessions, and
word-15558 rich man trusts and relies upon his money and possessions, and
word-15623 adversities constrain us to call upon God' s Name and to
word-15679 by which three we are without ceasing oppressed and troubled; whereby
word-15693 by which three we are without ceasing oppressed and troubled; whereby
word-15768 them, except only by calling upon the holy Name of God
word-15814 them, except only by calling upon the holy Name of God
word-15826 them, except only by calling upon the holy Name of God
word-15883 only in our self devised works, which we were able to
word-16032 in myself, praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity
word-16055 in myself, praise and call upon God' s Name in prosperity
word-17201 they please and can invent, without any hindrance.
word-17802 busy ourselves much with other works, which have no agreement at
word-17902 man and man with God, without the mediation of any creature.
word-18026 the sermon are listened to without edification, the prayer is spoken
word-18032 the sermon are listened to without edification, the prayer is spoken
word-18684 at present are merely celebrated, without our knowing why or wherefore,
word-18945 to be offered and bestowed upon all who believe on it.
word-19154 beads, but fixing our mind upon some pressing need, desire it
word-19655 the less only temporal benefit without any blessing and help for
word-19879 they will be heard, sin upon the left hand against this
word-19902 they will be heard, sin upon the left hand against this
word-20018 the life of all other works, without which, as was said,
word-20019 life of all other works, without which, as was said, they
word-20318 the sand of their works without any faith, not on God'
word-20443 not have time to pray without ceasing. But I mean the
word-20567 made at all times, and without the inner prayer of faith
word-21038 me to take such command upon myself with all joy, however
word-21575 death overtakes you, you call upon God, this Saint and that,
word-22133 them before God, and call upon Him for mercy. But this
word-22792 if they united in calling upon God earnestly and with sincere
word-22941 eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and His ears
word-22962 eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and His ears
word-22968 eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and His ears
word-22977 eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and His ears
word-22988 eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and His ears
word-23261 are sick we call here upon St. Christopher, there upon St.
word-23265 are sick we call here upon St. Christopher, there upon St.
word-23432 there were need every hour without ceasing to pray everywhere with
word-23571 there is none that calleth upon Thy Name, that stirreth up
word-23626 there is none that calleth upon Thy Name, that stirreth up
word-24308 Now without doubt among the " least"
word-24538 and ceased from all His works, which He had made. Genesis
word-25084 neighbor' s. Therefore all his works, all his words, all his
word-25133 a cessation of all our works, thoughts and life, and that
word-25602 that we cease from our works, that we let our reason
word-25703 they think these are good works, intending by them to gain
word-25924 his flesh; let him put upon it fasting, watching and labor
word-26041 as good as the other without all distinction.
word-26228 that he has done good works, or excuse himself by citing
word-26308 could not sufficiently resist it without ruin and harm to the
word-26334 we are not to look upon the works in themselves, not
word-26605 to eat this and that without fear, just as if they
word-26893 us, God heaps many temptations upon us, which move us to
word-27145 his works to God' s works, just as a church is
word-27178 thank God when they come upon him. For when they come
word-27351 rest, free from all His works, and was the first to
word-27697 goods, honor and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and
word-27792 goods, honor and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and
word-27891 day with peaceful living in works, the night with passive living
word-27903 day with peaceful living in works, the night with passive living
word-27990 honor be glorified, and calls upon it in every need, as
word-28019 rest, peaceful cessation of our works, that God' s work alone
word-28499 true honor; the other fear without any love is that which
word-28533 true honor; the other fear without any love is that which
word-29067 and they obey very gladly without gainsaying.
word-29230 last six Commandments depends altogether upon this Commandment; since parents are
word-29305 for that other love is without fear, therefore it is more
word-29463 be lived, or even begun, without the striving after more adornment
word-29495 be lived, or even begun, without the striving after more adornment
word-29555 my high estate, which is upon my head, has never yet
word-29599 be lived, or even begun, without the striving after more adornment
word-29730 " Cast all your care upon Him, and be certain that
word-30570 wellpleasing to God in his works, and that he let such
word-30602 blessings and a gracious will; without which faith no work lives,
word-31342 and undertake other and evil works, just as parents do when
word-31499 for other reasons cannot fast without injury. And, to rise higher,
word-31847 of all humbly to call upon God for help to prevent
word-32481 God would have it obeyed, without treachery and deception. Secondly, when
word-32603 soul, although it inflicts loss upon the body and property; but
word-32817 its way and works its works, because I need not believe
word-33629 and spices and the like, without which men could well live,
word-33647 come and daily is coming upon our lands. To prevent these
word-33776 it is practised so freely, without punishment, without shame, without hindrance,
word-33778 it is practised so freely, without punishment, without shame, without hindrance,
word-33780 it is practised so freely, without punishment, without shame, without hindrance,
word-34194 constantly serve God. But these works, like the others, should also
word-34220 constantly serve God. But these works, like the others, should also
word-34733 need of asking after good works, and might well forget the
word-34930 acceptable to God than if without these they did nothing but
word-35300 lives well or does good works, whether it be prayer or
word-36003 not he who does such works, but he who keeps His
word-36022 no one lives on earth upon whom God does not bestow
word-36100 that he may do good works, please God and be saved.
word-36363 a pious judge passing sentence upon the criminal with sorrow, and
word-36922 alone, that it continues daily without ceasing, and chastity seldom prevails.
word-36972 drive to many other good works, to fasting and temperance over
word-37009 late abed, loafing and being without work are weapons of unchastity,
word-37085 man flee to prayer, call upon God' s mercy and help,
word-37272 opposite sex, nor even look upon them, and whatsoever else may
word-37487 faith in divine favor lives without ceasing and works in all
word-37493 ceasing and works in all works, so it also does not
word-37630 with unchastity, and fights, and without ceasing drives out all the
word-37692 with unchastity, and fights, and without ceasing drives out all the
word-37786 which embraces very many good works, and is opposed to many
word-38031 rich man, who is found without blemish, who does not run
word-38165 not only to do good works, but even miracles, which God
word-38251 I have never yet: relied upon gold, and never yet made
word-38272 I have never yet: relied upon gold, and never yet made
word-38318 some say: " Yes, rely upon that, take no thought, and
word-38409 labor." Now the birds fly without worry and greed, and so
word-38419 labor." Now the birds fly without worry and greed, and so
word-38474 for divine favor and relies upon it, how is it possible
word-38737 all the other Commandments, and without such faith liberality is of
word-39433 does not wish to bring upon himself; and then begins the
word-39750 up and be heard again, without doubt the whole world would
word-40192 this work also, so that without it no one has courage
word-40264 this work also, so that without it no one has courage
word-40343 confidence and of such good works, to the end that we
word-40406 now manifest that all other works, which are not commanded, are
word-297 Luther' s first literary works to appear in
word-344 Luther' s first literary works to appear in
word-1766 divided into two parts: the first comprising sections 1-17, while the
word-2268 the true fulfilment of the First Commandment, apart from which there
word-2348 the true fulfilment of the First Commandment, apart from which there
word-2669 to the relation of the First to the other Commandments. From
word-2681 to the relation of the First to the other Commandments. From
word-2992 it be contrary to the first Three Commandments. But as matters
word-4007 met with here for the first time— shows that the Monk
word-4272 God, but only after having first strengthened, by the consideration of
word-5116 I. We ought first to know that there are
word-5267 II. The first and highest, the most precious
word-6561 from it, but, as the First Psalm says, " He bringeth
word-7345 this stage than in the first stage, so and to the
word-7764 is the work of the First Commandment, which commands: " Thou
word-7897 is the work of the First Commandment, which commands: " Thou
word-8009 is the work of the First Commandment, which commands: " Thou
word-8625 that the works of the First Commandment are singing, reading, organ-
word-8715 that the works of the First Commandment are singing, reading, organ-
word-8955 these two are: keeping the First Commandment with outward works only,
word-9278 do works? Does not this First Commandment give us more work
word-9628 I meant that he must first have health, which will work
word-9703 does all things through the First Commandment?" I answer: Simply because
word-10289 take up the fish that first cometh up; and in his
word-10464 until they do so the first class must endure and instruct
word-11478 we have treated of the first work and of the First
word-11483 first work and of the First Commandment, but very briefly, plainly
word-11823 XIX. The First Commandment forbids us to have
word-12850 XXI. The first work of this Commandment then
word-13072 confidence contrary to these two first Commandments.
word-14806 are the fulfilling of the first and highest Commandment. This is
word-15172 and so to fulfil the first two Commandments.
word-15280 Name of God and the first two Commandments, in that men
word-15660 three strong, mighty armies. The first is our own flesh, the
word-16237 XXIX. Here we must first of all resist all wrong,
word-17825 day of rest." In the First Commandment is prescribed our heart'
word-17861 works; and it is the first and right table of Moses,
word-17909 The first works of this Commandment are
word-18374 that a man practise the first works of this Commandment right
word-19982 doing and keeping of the First Commandment, that is, of faith,
word-20002 doing and keeping of the First Commandment, that is, of faith,
word-20126 ( that is, of the First and highest Commandment), there is
word-20356 and sufferings, pupils of the First Commandment and of faith, and
word-21510 for such things, unless they first be conscious that they are
word-21860 in their own presumption wish first to purify themselves, are unwilling
word-22384 we may pray worthily, he first exhorts us because of our
word-25316 and ordered that, in the first place, when we see our
word-25585 will. And this is the first and highest work of God
word-27355 His works, and was the first to fulfil this Commandment, although
word-27530 all works remain in the First Commandment and in faith, and
word-27575 all works remain in the First Commandment and in faith, and
word-27601 into the First. For the first work is to believe, to
word-27930 the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this, that we say:
word-27948 the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this, that we say:
word-27956 faith, which, according to the First Commandment, does not doubt that
word-28092 the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this, that we say:
word-28153 plain, hasty explanation of the First Table of Moses, pointing out
word-28185 the excellent works of the first three Commandments there are no
word-28316 the excellent works of the first three Commandments there are no
word-28323 The first work is that we honor
word-28381 The first work is that we honor
word-28636 serve God according to the first three Commandments, there the child'
word-28985 common that instances of the first form of dishonoring are very
word-29013 common that instances of the first form of dishonoring are very
word-29221 knowledge and fulfilment of the first three and the last six
word-29381 for God, according to the first three Commandments, is to be
word-30696 are not contrary to the first three Commandments.
word-31405 must take hold of the first three Commandments and the First
word-31410 first three Commandments and the First Table, and be certain that
word-31764 parents have become insane, and first see by what right that
word-31841 perish, it is our duty first of all humbly to call
word-32268 be considered except God' s first three Commandments, against which neither
word-32671 preaching and faith and the first three Commandments. But the spiritual
word-33109 in Scripture, Ezekiel xiv. The first and slightest, which also David
word-1732 and is repeated at every Commandment thereafter, while before this the
word-2349 Ten Commandments. For the First Commandment does not forbid this and
word-2854 Luther discusses the Fourth Commandment as fully as the Third.
word-3323 the truth, as the Eighth Commandment demands, whether neck or coat
word-7916 this Commandment. And as this Commandment is the very first, highest
word-8010 this Commandment. And as this Commandment is the very first, highest
word-8626 the works of the First Commandment are singing, reading, organ- playing,
word-8956 two are: keeping the First Commandment with outward works only, and
word-9279 works? Does not this First Commandment give us more work to
word-9305 works? Does not this First Commandment give us more work to
word-11824 XIX. The First Commandment forbids us to have other
word-11900 XIX. The First Commandment forbids us to have other
word-12010 man can do under this Commandment at all times and never
word-12113 man can do under this Commandment at all times and never
word-12459 he storms against the Second Commandment and its works. Of all
word-12854 The first work of this Commandment then is, to praise God
word-12911 The first work of this Commandment then is, to praise God
word-12973 the second work of this Commandment is, to be on one'
word-14473 simple meaning of God' s commandment only, that they shall diligently
word-14632 The third work of this Commandment is to call upon God'
word-15045 lest they forsake God' s commandment for no other reason than
word-15899 XXVIII. Further works of this Commandment are: that we shall not
word-15992 most difficult work of this Commandment is to protect the holy
word-17791 we take heed to this Commandment alone, and how we, alas!
word-17826 we take heed to this Commandment alone, and how we, alas!
word-17913 The first works of this Commandment are plain and outward, which
word-18378 the first works of this Commandment right well, that he doubt
word-19926 we should err from His Commandment neither to the left nor
word-20357 sufferings, pupils of the First Commandment and of faith, and not
word-20593 in the mass, as this Commandment requires, and wherever it is
word-21915 which really belongs to this Commandment and is called a work
word-24501 XVII. Spiritually understood, this Commandment has a yet far higher
word-24695 spiritual. For this reason this Commandment is also to be understood
word-26141 of monastic orders: for no commandment of the Church, no law
word-26235 of monastic orders: for no commandment of the Church, no law
word-26525 no longer is any binding commandment at all.
word-27193 so that he fulfils this Commandment and is saved, redeemed from
word-27531 works remain in the First Commandment and in faith, and that
word-27576 works remain in the First Commandment and in faith, and that
word-27809 it comes through the Third Commandment into the Second again; and
word-27998 every need, as the Second Commandment says. The third: " Thy
word-28175 From this Commandment we learn that after the
word-28757 them more than the high Commandment of God, Who is above
word-29072 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to naught while
word-30479 will is strengthened; although the Commandment places the parents in honor
word-30636 The second work of this Commandment is to honor and obey
word-31130 must be ruined, and this Commandment perish.
word-32327 The third work of this Commandment is to obey the temporal
word-34254 The fourth work of this Commandment is obedience of servants and
word-35565 revenge, of which the Fifth Commandment says, " Thou shalt not
word-35572 revenge, of which the Fifth Commandment says, " Thou shalt not
word-35965 masks we allow God' s Commandment to go to complete ruin,
word-36519 but God' s honor and Commandment we must protect, and injury
word-36627 against God. Behold, a short Commandment this, but it presents a
word-36644 In this Commandment too a good work is
word-37228 fulfil the work of this Commandment and purify us daily more
word-37776 This Commandment also has a work, which
word-38453 will thereby fulfil God' s Commandment and be saved!
word-38637 And, indeed, in this Commandment it can be clearly seen
word-38712 And, indeed, in this Commandment it can be clearly seen
word-38923 near you are to this Commandment or how far from it,
word-39010 near you are to this Commandment or how far from it,
word-39093 at greater length of this Commandment in the Treatise on Usury.
word-39100 This Commandment seems small, and yet is
word-39477 This Commandment seems small, and yet is
word-40174 Lo, in this Commandment again you see briefly that
word-40241 Lo, in this Commandment again you see briefly that
word-40263 Lo, in this Commandment again you see briefly that
word-40275 Lo, in this Commandment again you see briefly that
word-3615 the Mount, when he taught men to recognize only the extreme
word-5239 nor from the judgment of men or of human law or
word-5384 we must put bluntly, that men may understand it.
word-5463 the other hand, these same men do nothing else but teach
word-5808 things that please Him." And St. John says, I. John iii:
word-6053 This is the teaching of St. Paul, Romans xiv: " Whatsoever
word-6142 due to the fact that men have followed blind reason and
word-6285 him who trusts Him, as St. Paul says to the Galatians:
word-6477 So also we read of St. Anna, Samuel' s mother: "
word-6521 So also we read of St. Anna, Samuel' s mother: "
word-6836 move God. He runs to St. James of Compostella, to Rome,
word-6848 move God. He runs to St. James of Compostella, to Rome,
word-7197 blame of their ills on men and devils, and have no
word-7430 be angry eternally. This few men experience, but David cries out
word-7547 in order thereby to lead men from the false, pretentious, pharisaic,
word-8000 there were no God, Therefore St. Augustine well says that the
word-8457 XI. This is what St. Paul means in many places,
word-8578 works," although he condemns such men as erring and foolish.
word-8584 So men still do. When we reject
word-8605 entirely without faith, they say: Men are only to believe and
word-9214 mountains. This is what these men also do: they are zealous
word-9501 things please God. So says St. Paul: " Dear brethren, all
word-9692 places, which urge and tempt men to good works, if faith
word-9768 need no law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i,
word-9835 need no law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i,
word-9913 need no law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i,
word-9928 occasion to the flesh." Such men must be urged by laws
word-9982 need no law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i,
word-10174 true way of faith. So St. Paul teaches, Romans xiv: "
word-10239 true way of faith. So St. Paul teaches, Romans xiv: "
word-10253 true way of faith. So St. Paul teaches, Romans xiv: "
word-10482 if they were hopeless, these men of weak faith, who would
word-11148 freely promised and given; as St. Paul writes, Romans v: "
word-11209 freely promised and given; as St. Paul writes, Romans v: "
word-11421 did works, but always when men have heard the Gospel of
word-11460 did works, but always when men have heard the Gospel of
word-11799 help to do this, as St. Peter says, II. Peter i:
word-12217 continually in my mouth." And St. Paul, I. Corinthians x: "
word-12593 so much as the very men who never do it and
word-12622 despised. So that the Apostle St. Paul dare say boldly, Romans
word-13140 praise and honor; in them men are taught by blind reason
word-13153 praise and honor; in them men are taught by blind reason
word-13214 last vice to be overcome. St. Augustine says: " All other
word-13633 we must also endure wicked men or the imperfect, of whom
word-13780 offence to no one, as St. Paul says, Romans xii: "
word-13873 him." Few and most spiritual men must they be, who, when
word-14085 him." Few and most spiritual men must they be, who, when
word-14452 the works which seem to men to be good and right,
word-15178 XXVI. Here foolish men run into danger, and especially
word-15199 XXVI. Here foolish men run into danger, and especially
word-15256 XXVI. Here foolish men run into danger, and especially
word-15285 XXVI. Here foolish men run into danger, and especially
word-15290 XXVI. Here foolish men run into danger, and especially
word-15341 gross, mad perversion: the devil, men and creatures they must believe,
word-15589 gross, mad perversion: the devil, men and creatures they must believe,
word-15732 well thought of, and other men be despised.
word-16074 shall be hated of all men for My Name' s sake."
word-16805 men, how in every place men act so very rashly and
word-16826 men, how in every place men act so very rashly and
word-17509 this; also the apostles, especially St. Paul, who did not allow
word-17610 this; also the apostles, especially St. Paul, who did not allow
word-18038 faith. It almost happens that men think it is sufficient that
word-19065 remember me"; that is, as St. Paul says, " Ye shall
word-19187 we shall be heard. So St. Bernard instructs his brethren and
word-19304 its stead. So also says St. James: " Let him who
word-19601 none other than that which St. James indicates when he says:
word-19803 know what we pray, as St. Paul says, Romans viii; and
word-20155 in the Gospel, and especially St. Peter, were weak in faith,
word-20512 xviii, when He says, " Men ought always to pray, and
word-20758 Here the evil spirit hinders men with all his powers. Oh,
word-21539 those false preachers, who teach men to begin, not with faith
word-21960 Thus St. Paul commanded his disciple Timothy:
word-22785 them. What then could many men do, if they united in
word-22799 St. James also says: " Dear
word-22853 immediately granted, as some timid men do). And as an example
word-23262 sick we call here upon St. Christopher, there upon St. Barbara;
word-23266 sick we call here upon St. Christopher, there upon St. Barbara;
word-23273 sick we call here upon St. Christopher, there upon St. Barbara;
word-24126 who run to Rome, to St. James, hither and thither? Take
word-24467 so deep as those very men who do many good works
word-24479 so deep as those very men who do many good works
word-25141 and that henceforth ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it
word-25213 and that henceforth ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it
word-25779 another on Saturday, another on St. Barbara' s day, another on
word-25785 another on Saturday, another on St. Barbara' s day, another on
word-26175 flesh and its lusts. Where men go beyond this, and the
word-26578 of the mind; so some men jump right in and say
word-26736 hands of others, is when men or devils cause us suffering,
word-28552 we have a proverb of St. Jerome: What we fear, that
word-29053 may by all means please men and reach high positions: this
word-29336 or child. But we blind men leave this untouched, and seek
word-29647 great adornment and parade. Thus St. Cecilia wore golden clothes at
word-29671 Here some men say: " How then could
word-29718 on God' s care? Whereas St. Peter teaches and says, I.
word-29817 Thus it is true, as men say, that parents, although they
word-30162 Here this husband runs to St. James, that wife vows a
word-30919 and cloisters, with learned, pious men as teachers, that they might
word-30949 with fine young people. So St. Paul teaches his disciple Titus,
word-30967 and cloisters, with learned, pious men as teachers, that they might
word-31708 the Name of God and St. Peter, just as if God'
word-32343 xiii, and Titus iii, and St. Peter, I. Peter ii: "
word-32392 xiii, and Titus iii, and St. Peter, I. Peter ii: "
word-32423 Here men sin in two ways. First,
word-32487 Here men sin in two ways. First,
word-32524 are to regard that which St. Peter bids us regard, namely,
word-33631 and the like, without which men could well live, no little
word-33761 by dying daily. If some men erred through ignorance, it might
word-33841 by dying daily. If some men erred through ignorance, it might
word-33860 by dying daily. If some men erred through ignorance, it might
word-34271 masters and mistresses. Of this St. Paul says, Titus ii: "
word-34326 masters and mistresses. Of this St. Paul says, Titus ii: "
word-34617 earth in imperfection. Of this St. Paul says, Colossians iv, "
word-34824 with her, of which matter St. Peter and St. Paul have
word-34827 with her, of which matter St. Peter and St. Paul have
word-34939 nothing but miracles. So says St. Paul, Romans xii: " He
word-35377 a man must say as St. Peter says to the rulers
word-35660 all content and gentle when men do what they want, or
word-36895 of attempting or doing it. St. Augustine says, that among all
word-36938 of attempting or doing it. St. Augustine says, that among all
word-37201 labor for this purpose, but men stop in these works as
word-37514 God or displease Him; as St. John says in his Epistle:
word-37648 evil spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter says, " I beseech
word-37667 evil spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter says, " I beseech
word-37832 stinting in temporal goods which men may practise toward one another:
word-38986 to help him. So says St. Ambrose, " Feed the hungry;
word-39257 do to him. This some men do for the sake of
word-39895 shall be hated of all men for My Name' s sake."
word-39922 shall be hated of all men for My Name' s sake."
word-39957 shall be hated of all men for My Name' s sake."
word-40569 Commandments are drawn together by St. Paul into one, Romans vii,
word-1032 book for the congregation remained, now however, not only for the
word-2040 and all works, let their name be what it may, become
word-2441 and good works, so Luther now addresses his opponents, should in
word-2938 As he now proceeds to speak of the
word-2999 As he now proceeds to speak of the
word-3092 As he now proceeds to speak of the
word-3371 Importance of the Work.— Inquiring now into the importance of the
word-4439 to his electoral Grace, and now published— though such was not
word-5471 else but teach good works. Now all these works are done
word-5508 else but teach good works. Now all these works are done
word-5971 IV. Now every one can note and
word-6080 work, has given us the name of " believers on Christ."
word-6231 say, although Scripture gives the name of a good, divine work
word-6386 live, work and have their name from the head, and without
word-7757 IX. Now this is the work of
word-8092 X. Now you see for yourself that
word-8368 away from Him to men, now to Egypt, now to Assyria,
word-8371 away from Him to men, now to Egypt, now to Assyria,
word-9155 God, and will grant this name and honor to no other
word-9237 XIII. Where now are they who ask, what
word-9518 drink, do all in the Name of Jesus Christ, our Lord."
word-9524 of Jesus Christ, our Lord." Now it cannot be done in
word-9531 drink, do all in the Name of Jesus Christ, our Lord."
word-9751 But now there are four kinds of
word-10422 good works are, and are now speaking of the highest work,
word-11501 said of it. We will now trace the works farther through
word-11529 we shall honor God' s Name and not take it in
word-11692 praise God' s glory and Name is better than the works
word-11907 are forbidden to use His Name in vain. Yet this is
word-11941 are forbidden to use His Name in vain. Yet this is
word-12094 to call upon His Name? Now if you had nothing else
word-12253 deed, do all in the Name of the Lord Jesus, giving
word-12585 pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much as
word-12634 pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much as
word-12645 God' s Law. For to name the Name of God and
word-12647 pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much as
word-12779 God' s Law. For to name the Name of God and
word-12786 pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much as
word-12837 pretends to praise God' s Name and honor so much as
word-12997 and never to seek a name for oneself, or fame and
word-13074 Now the world regards this terrible
word-13285 quick and insidious is it. Now we all pass by this
word-13317 it entirely. So the holy Name of God, which alone should
word-13575 Now I hold that a young
word-13753 the less have a good name and honor, and every one
word-13830 the less have a good name and honor, and every one
word-14070 correct use of God' s Name and honor, when God is
word-14203 other grievous sins, that His Name alone may be honored; and
word-14235 Now see how much a man
word-14639 to call upon God' s Name in every need. For this
word-14650 to call upon God' s Name in every need. For this
word-14658 greatly honoring it, if we name and call upon it in
word-14779 to call upon God' s Name in every need. For this
word-14831 to call upon God' s Name in every need. For this
word-14960 to call upon God' s Name than when in adversity. Since
word-15262 may not need God' s Name and put no trust in
word-15275 may not need God' s Name and put no trust in
word-15323 Now examine this closely for yourself
word-15626 to call upon God' s Name and to trust Him, yet
word-15771 by calling upon the holy Name of God in a firm
word-15784 by calling upon the holy Name of God in a firm
word-15816 by calling upon the holy Name of God in a firm
word-15848 by calling upon the holy Name of God in a firm
word-15914 and conjure with the holy Name of God, and otherwise misuse
word-15961 and conjure with the holy Name of God, and otherwise misuse
word-15998 is to protect the holy Name of God against all who
word-16035 is to protect the holy Name of God against all who
word-16053 is to protect the holy Name of God against all who
word-16164 is to protect the holy Name of God against all who
word-16305 and patient. These see the Name and the honor of God
word-16452 greed of profit with the name of truth and righteousness and
word-16728 guilty of sin against the Name and honor of God, not
word-16756 guilty of sin against the Name and honor of God, not
word-17051 he regards God and His Name as the highest good, and
word-17082 every misuse of spiritual power. Now this is much higher, for
word-17092 for these use the holy Name of God itself to fight
word-17100 for these use the holy Name of God itself to fight
word-17204 Now Christ did not mean that
word-17416 to whom the world must now give ear! How few preachers
word-17452 one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I hold
word-17490 one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I hold
word-17536 one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I hold
word-17575 one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I hold
word-17642 one fights for God' s Name and honor, and I hold
word-17662 and blasphemy of the holy Name of God; through which, if
word-17747 I. We have now seen how many good works
word-17811 agreement at all with it. Now follows the Third Commandment: "
word-20626 which we have no time now to speak more. For this
word-20653 VIII. Where now are they who desire to
word-22350 of the matter, as is now the custom and fashion; it
word-23474 will be more so from now on to the end of
word-24307 Now without doubt among the "
word-24574 six days. This Sabbath has now for us been changed into
word-24656 six days. This Sabbath has now for us been changed into
word-24778 of old a figure, but now the truth has been fulfilled,
word-25099 Now if God is to work
word-25266 good works. Therefore we will now also speak of them.
word-27795 must call upon God' s Name and praise it in such
word-27821 must call upon God' s Name and praise it in such
word-29314 Now see whether every one does
word-29352 IV. Now where parents are foolish and
word-30699 Now with regard to this work,
word-30971 old, men and women. But now he goes to school who
word-31040 to the spiritual authority. But now the case is like that
word-31596 s Word and God' s Name and honor come to naught,
word-31660 improvement of the people, must now serve the stable- boys, mule-
word-31704 all carried on in the Name of God and St. Peter,
word-31715 all carried on in the Name of God and St. Peter,
word-32248 the bishops and clergy, who now are afraid, would have reason
word-32581 and as the Turk is now said to do. For to
word-32919 of its duty, as we now see it do every day.
word-34158 Now see, here only a few
word-34368 Now there is the greatest complaint
word-34534 and more. For, as has now been frequently said, this faith
word-35093 it except God alone! But now we let all this go,
word-35310 or fasting, or by whatever name it may be called, if
word-35588 vices, and is called meekness. Now this is of two kinds.
word-35886 among Christians, so that nothing now everywhere prevails except strife, war,
word-37189 to do within himself. But now no one uses prayer, fasting,
word-38154 Now see, if a man wish
word-38405 is man born unto labor." Now the birds fly without worry
word-38559 I have been young, and now am old; never have I
word-39080 their knavery, of which there now is much, be prohibited. I
word-39658 persecution, it is true, has now become infrequent; but that is
word-40212 comprised in faith, as has now been often said. Therefore, apart
word-40229 however good the form and name they bear. For as no
word-40300 doing good works or no. Now we see how the Almighty
word-40401 From all this it is now manifest that all other works,
word-1826 precious thing had experienced so much augmentation and diminution" as had
word-2038 particular calling, and all works, let their name be what it
word-3728 as the only correct principle, much less had it been so
word-4675 be quite willing then to let all my little books perish.
word-5062 make use of faith, and let faith be the chief work.
word-5714 that God accepteth thy works. Let thy garments be always white;
word-5721 garments be always white; and let thy head lack no ointment.
word-5744 that God accepteth thy works. Let thy garments be always white;
word-5752 garments be always white; and let thy head lack no ointment.
word-6212 done. Indeed, they have not let faith remain a work, but
word-6993 is still slight and weak; let us ask further, whether they
word-8383 devil; and of such idolatry much is written in the same
word-8447 yet they consider themselves and let others consider them pious people.
word-8467 places, where he ascribes so much to faith, that he says:
word-9385 we see, life never rests), let him who will be pious
word-9412 we see, life never rests), let him who will be pious
word-9432 then will he find how much work he has to do,
word-10629 as Christ did and taught, let go their way, that the
word-11223 Christ died for us, how much more then, being justified by
word-11256 Christ died for us, how much more then, being justified by
word-11493 plainly and hastily, for very much might be said of it.
word-11660 works in the one as much as in the other; yet
word-11771 confidence and faith are so much experienced and felt as in
word-12589 s Name and honor so much as the very men who
word-12941 this matter none sin so much as the most resplendent saints,
word-13533 regard not this motive, and let shame and honor drive them,
word-14238 Now see how much a man has to do,
word-14531 more than enough and too much to do, if we are
word-14676 why He sends us so much trouble, suffering, adversity and even
word-14701 why He sends us so much trouble, suffering, adversity and even
word-15063 provided for and have too much peace, as he says, Deuteronomy
word-15087 its God." Wherefore also God let many of its enemies remain
word-15379 believing and trusting Him as much or more than man and
word-15506 believing and trusting Him as much or more than man and
word-15972 conjuring, and otherwise. Herein again much occasion is given for doing
word-16225 the sake of which we let go and give up all
word-16478 deceitful eye does not find much profit, but cannot help seeing
word-17085 spiritual power. Now this is much higher, for these use the
word-17594 such dying there would be much more to say in our
word-17604 such dying there would be much more to say in our
word-17671 which, if it shall last much longer, we will, as I
word-17781 of divine favor; and how much we must do, if we
word-17799 of divine favor; and how much we must do, if we
word-19001 we are bidden; but a much greater sin not to preach
word-19011 preach the Gospel, and to let so many people who would
word-19306 also says St. James: " Let him who asketh of God
word-19320 faith; for if he wavers, let not that man think that
word-19500 are not naturally good, how much more shall your Father which
word-19609 he says: " You ask much and receive not, because ye
word-19679 he says: " You ask much and receive not, because ye
word-20242 teaches and admonishes you how much you need to exercise yourself
word-20529 He forbids the use of much speaking and long prayers, because
word-20665 and to do good works? Let them undertake prayer alone, and
word-20868 Therefore he does not willingly let it happen.
word-21003 it has not been too much for that high Majesty so
word-21031 it has not been too much for that high Majesty so
word-21322 own honor and fame, think much of the favor of men,
word-21814 to Him, and pray with much more confidence than if a
word-24045 sheep- cote on fire and let them burn up with the
word-24153 and have pity on him; let it grieve you, tell it
word-24282 day will not ask how much you have prayed, fasted, pilgrimaged,
word-24296 day will not ask how much you have prayed, fasted, pilgrimaged,
word-24674 and goods; of which matter much might be said.
word-24761 Apostle says, Colossians ii, " Let no man obligate you to
word-24985 our labor and trade, but much more, that we let God
word-24989 but much more, that we let God alone work in us
word-25020 our labor and trade, but much more, that we let God
word-25179 must hurt our nature and let it be hurt. Here begins
word-25382 me in Thy path, and let me not walk in my
word-25447 me in Thy path, and let me not walk in my
word-25605 me in Thy path, and let me not walk in my
word-25670 from this we learn how much and why we shall fast,
word-25709 intending by them to gain much merit. Far blinder still are
word-25853 intending by them to gain much merit. Far blinder still are
word-25921 have regard to his flesh; let him put upon it fasting,
word-26067 from eating eggs and meat, let him eat meat and not
word-26108 from eating eggs and meat, let him eat meat and not
word-26219 from eating eggs and meat, let him eat meat and not
word-26617 for a long time had much experience of fasting, although they
word-26707 will not listen, we must let them alone, and do as
word-26866 way keep a spiritual holiday, let our works stand idle, and
word-26872 way keep a spiritual holiday, let our works stand idle, and
word-28142 Let this, then, suffice as a
word-28804 to them, and detracts very much from the love and honor
word-28913 is another dishonoring of parents, much more dangerous and subtile than
word-29161 in the way of God? let them go their way, and
word-29179 in the way of God? let them go their way, and
word-30531 chief work, so here too let no one suppose that the
word-30574 chief work, so here too let no one suppose that the
word-31051 of the natural parents who let their children do as they
word-31160 one city would be too much for him. For in the
word-31289 be cared for. It is much better that there be no
word-31746 in a proper way as much as we can. And here
word-31929 and debauch the churches, then let the pope feed them, whom
word-32151 beforehand take an oath to let the Romans remain what they
word-32932 this power also there is much abuse. First, when it follows
word-33701 cost of clothing, whereby so much wealth is wasted, and yet
word-34468 would by their works gain much merit, but that they do
word-34669 they also should be so much the more gentle toward their
word-34946 xii: " He that ruleth, let him do it with diligence";
word-34956 as who should say: " Let him not allow himself to
word-34974 xii: " He that ruleth, let him do it with diligence";
word-34991 xii: " He that ruleth, let him do it with diligence";
word-35013 xii: " He that ruleth, let him do it with diligence";
word-35017 xii: " He that ruleth, let him do it with diligence";
word-35095 God alone! But now we let all this go, and one
word-35289 from this, whatever another do. Let no man think that he
word-35666 do what they want, or let them alone; and yet there
word-36085 intend any evil against him; let him come forward who asks
word-36106 please God and be saved. Let him set his enemy before
word-36165 please God and be saved. Let him set his enemy before
word-36611 favorable to his neighbor, however much he may have sinned; for
word-36620 favorable to his neighbor, however much he may have sinned; for
word-36653 work is commanded, which includes much and drives away much vice;
word-36657 work is commanded, which includes much and drives away much vice;
word-36667 work is commanded, which includes much and drives away much vice;
word-37337 if he cannot do this, let him for a time give
word-37449 purity; therefore he can so much more easily resist fleshly impurity:
word-38184 has he to look elsewhere? Let him take heed to himself,
word-38207 his trust on money, but let the gold run after him,
word-38220 his trust on money, but let the gold run after him,
word-38529 he will have enough, however much he may give away. For
word-38822 a Christian must rise higher, let his liberality serve also the
word-39301 if it were not as much their duty to watch for
word-39678 stir up the Gospel, but let it perish, and so have
word-40144 he defends, these he honors, let it vex whom it may;
word-243 that faith alone justifies, as can be seen from the complete
word-2467 and they should learn from it, that though he has preached
word-4813 too have little skill in it, I believe that if we
word-4828 too have little skill in it, I believe that if we
word-5407 good life before men, and yet if you should ask them
word-5825 of the truth, if we can comfort our hearts before Him
word-5959 greatly, draw all works into it, and reject all works which
word-5974 IV. Now every one can note and tell for himself
word-6223 have made a habitus of it, as they say, although Scripture
word-6396 without the head no member can live, work and have a
word-6557 work to be taken from it, but, as the First Psalm
word-6705 man may win favor; and yet he goes about it with
word-6750 God, a knows all things, can do all things, undertakes all
word-6875 this man and that, and yet finds no peace. He does
word-6973 Lord, we have not known it, and the sun of righteousness
word-7118 a wall of stone, and yet He looks upon me and
word-7223 and harmful to them, and yet they go and do some
word-7286 value of which no one can estimate. For faith and confidence
word-7466 is the highest work that can be done by and in
word-8442 or through human help, and yet they consider themselves and let
word-8535 of God. Again, the works can justify no one before God
word-8731 and all manner of sinners can do too, and do them
word-9001 people into their way, and yet allow them to be without
word-9061 people into their way, and yet allow them to be without
word-9111 to endow, to pray, and yet faith is not mentioned, and
word-9169 so far as faith imparts it, as it does when the
word-9289 to do than any man can do? If a man were
word-9307 all creatures, this Commandment would yet ask enough of him, and
word-9468 of faith. In brief, nothing can be in or about us
word-9476 of faith. In brief, nothing can be in or about us
word-9797 do what they know and can do, only because they firmly
word-9829 put a false confidence in it, and grow lazy; of whom
word-9997 put a false confidence in it, and grow lazy; of whom
word-10136 do what they know and can do, only because they firmly
word-10335 because the others do not yet believe, he observes and bears
word-10494 do right and learn, and yet cannot understand because of the
word-10620 of faith, and fight against it, these we must, as Christ
word-10645 XVI. But you say: How can I trust surely that all
word-10763 faith and trust toward God), yet faith rises again and does
word-11064 confidence: " Our Father," and yet petition: " Forgive us our
word-11074 confidence: " Our Father," and yet petition: " Forgive us our
word-11079 confidence: " Our Father," and yet petition: " Forgive us our
word-11109 the faith and the confidence can be found and whence they
word-11169 in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us";
word-11195 we prayed or cared for it, yes, while we still continually
word-11216 in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us";
word-11328 works, neither do they create it, but it must spring up
word-11563 and show. After faith we can do no greater work than
word-11610 is and does the work, yet this is true only when
word-11665 is and does the work, yet this is true only when
word-11705 is and does the work, yet this is true only when
word-11859 only works whereby a man can have, honor and keep a
word-11871 only works whereby a man can have, honor and keep a
word-11910 use His Name in vain. Yet this is not to be
word-12006 of good works a man can do under this Commandment at
word-12046 of good works a man can do under this Commandment at
word-12314 man, in whom no one can see many great works, in
word-12604 with their show of doing it, while the heart is without
word-12718 despair for very sorrow. And yet there is a constant increase
word-12832 despair for very sorrow. And yet there is a constant increase
word-12884 cease or end. For who can praise Him perfectly for the
word-13023 an exceedingly dangerous sin, and yet the most common of all,
word-13257 of this Commandment, he would yet have to work all his
word-13600 than by any other means. Yet where these do not help,
word-13643 whom we spoke above; nor can we do more than tell
word-13766 to live that nothing evil can be said of him, and
word-13893 they do not care for it, nor feel pride and pleasure
word-13900 they do not care for it, nor feel pride and pleasure
word-14100 they do not care for it, nor feel pride and pleasure
word-14293 pleasure, against which no man can sufficiently speak and no man
word-14299 pleasure, against which no man can sufficiently speak and no man
word-14655 Name holy and greatly honoring it, if we name and call
word-15404 us confidently to look for it, and gives and urges all
word-15631 Name and to trust Him, yet were sin alone more than
word-15755 to fight a man, and yet there is no way we
word-15761 there is no way we can overcome them, except only by
word-15796 tower; the righteous runneth into it, and is set aloft." And
word-15860 tower; the righteous runneth into it, and is set aloft." And
word-16144 to preach God' s Word, yet every Christian is also obligated
word-16176 all that we have and can do, and show by our
word-16383 one' s own friends, and can in turn enjoy their protection
word-16665 we should at least confess it, and do what we can
word-16670 it, and do what we can with words, not take the
word-16876 alone and Himself, since He can and knows how to help
word-16886 alone and Himself, since He can and knows how to help
word-17199 whatever way they please and can invent, without any hindrance.
word-17483 so high that few understand it, and, besides, adorned with God'
word-17528 so high that few understand it, and, besides, adorned with God'
word-17565 so high that few understand it, and, besides, adorned with God'
word-18257 as oft as ye do it, in remembrance of Me." In
word-18437 your sins, what else is it, than as if you said:
word-18504 also no one shall or can reap any benefit from the
word-18732 of this testament. But who can hear it if no one
word-18746 they who ought to preach it, themselves do not know it.
word-19106 say nothing of their preaching it, although this is their highest
word-19587 improvement and benefit result from it, and things daily grow worse?
word-19646 improvement and benefit result from it, and things daily grow worse?
word-19838 acceptable and heard, and we yet leave to God the time,
word-19955 acceptable and heard, and we yet leave to God the time,
word-20065 you shall know what you can and what you cannot do.
word-20273 to be great saints, and yet never get so far as
word-20560 not that true prayer which can be made at all times,
word-20973 men, and not only promised it, but He has also most
word-21972 thee, that thou see to it, that prayers and intercessions be
word-22251 for another' s need? How can that prayer be of help,
word-22533 he does all that he can to prevent such prayer. Gleefully
word-22573 nay, he helps us do it, that we may consider such
word-22666 nay, he helps us do it, that we may consider such
word-23352 lament in your prayer, you can easily learn from the Ten
word-23701 and do not pray against it, but laugh at it, take
word-23705 and do not pray against it, but laugh at it, take
word-23709 and do not pray against it, but laugh at it, take
word-23721 their neighbor' s sins, and yet dare, unafraid and unashamed, go
word-24018 those who ought to protect it, and yet are so insane
word-24020 ought to protect it, and yet are so insane that they
word-24254 murdered all the Turks, and yet were found guilty of having
word-24504 understood, this Commandment has a yet far higher work, which embraces
word-24811 hand, all days are workdays. Yet it is a necessity and
word-26150 no law of an order can make fasting, watching and labor
word-26374 XXI. From this we can judge how wisely or foolishly
word-27325 a powerful, strong example of it, His only, dear Son, Jesus
word-28230 these may include. For we can in no better way learn
word-28389 in addition, when they need it, that we provide them with
word-28467 we pay a sanctuary, and yet we do not flee from
word-29142 the idol and to burn it, when parents train their children
word-29403 of the world I call it, when they teach them to
word-29439 a necessity, and not sin. Yet the heart of a child
word-29538 wore her royal crown, and yet said to God, Esther xiv,
word-29560 wore her royal crown, and yet said to God, Esther xiv,
word-29748 sign that they have never yet thanked God for their children,
word-29756 sign that they have never yet thanked God for their children,
word-29763 sign that they have never yet thanked God for their children,
word-29808 sign that they have never yet thanked God for their children,
word-30293 above. Of what help is it, that they kill themselves with
word-30811 What can I say of this work?
word-30862 spiritual authority should look to it, that adultery, unchastity, usury, gluttony,
word-31677 language, Roman whores and knaves; yet we have no more thanks
word-31809 it ought to serve. How can we be so foolish?
word-32279 Rome, nor heaven nor earth can command or forbid anything. And
word-32294 Rome, nor heaven nor earth can command or forbid anything. And
word-32408 vain; it serves God with it, to the terror of evil
word-32436 lie to the government, deceive it, and are disloyal, neither obey
word-32475 to the people of Israel, yet God would have it obeyed,
word-32495 lie to the government, deceive it, and are disloyal, neither obey
word-32574 when the magistrates were not yet Christians, and as the Turk
word-32654 wrong. For the temporal power can do no harm, I since
word-32955 power, against which no one can sufficiently guard and protect himself.
word-33278 I have a right to it, therefore I will take it
word-33288 I have a right to it, therefore I will take it
word-33359 always greater than the catch can be." For he who guides
word-33404 always greater than the catch can be." For he who guides
word-33706 much wealth is wasted, and yet only the world and the
word-34101 are free and no one can tame them. But if there
word-34681 and overlook some things, and yet have a care that the
word-34706 a householder and a mistress can do, how finely God offers
word-34916 are the best works they can do on earth; with these
word-35022 let himself be torn from it, although heaven stood open before
word-35033 let himself be torn from it, although heaven stood open before
word-35670 or let them alone; and yet there are not a few
word-35688 over their anger and excuse it, saying: " I would indeed
word-36063 is still present, whether he can be well- disposed toward his
word-36217 coin, of what avail is it, that we busy ourselves with
word-36546 us with reproof and rebuke, yet always with pity for those
word-36562 This high, noble, sweet work can easily be learned, if we
word-36744 and drunkenness, idleness and frippery. Yet we go our way as
word-37141 evil thoughts while they are yet young and just beginning; for
word-37288 all these things no one can fix a definite rule and
word-37359 all these things no one can fix a definite rule and
word-37447 in spiritual purity; therefore he can so much more easily resist
word-37543 Yet we must not despair if
word-37744 of temptation by yielding to it, only set themselves on fire
word-38255 relied upon gold, and never yet made gold my hope and
word-38475 divine favor and relies upon it, how is it possible that
word-38639 indeed, in this Commandment it can be clearly seen how all
word-38888 writhes in its opposition to it, although it does the good
word-38928 writhes in its opposition to it, although it does the good
word-39104 This Commandment seems small, and yet is so great, that he
word-39132 This Commandment seems small, and yet is so great, that he
word-39365 even when they cannot accomplish it, they yet have the unrighteous
word-39367 This Commandment seems small, and yet is so great, that he
word-39783 oppose it and rage against it, as has always happened when
word-39828 of all that God has; yet the world not only did
word-39955 with princes and kings attack it, all men flee, keep silent,
word-40446 burdened the world and ruined it, made uneasy consciences, silenced and
word-40481 the Commandments of God, and can never do all the good
word-40545 harm to our neighbor, and yet they continue unto the grave,
word-1154 willingly I will leave the honor of greater things to others,
word-2712 His grace, to render all honor to Him alone." From the
word-2964 reform of the present rulers. Honor and obedience in all things
word-4785 to any one else the honor of greater things, and not
word-9157 will grant this name and honor to no other work, except
word-11526 Second Commandment, that we shall honor God' s Name and not
word-11583 Second Commandment, that we shall honor God' s Name and not
word-11861 whereby a man can have, honor and keep a God; for
word-12123 ceasing bless, sing, praise and honor God' s Name? And for
word-12587 praise God' s Name and honor so much as the very
word-12654 praise God' s Name and honor so much as the very
word-12989 and to avoid all temporal honor and praise, and never to
word-13226 practised in evil works; only honor and self- satisfaction are practised
word-13536 motive, and let shame and honor drive them, these also have
word-13827 diligence and care, lest such honor and good name puff up
word-13908 diligence and care, lest such honor and good name puff up
word-13976 diligence and care, lest such honor and good name puff up
word-14174 this great vice of vain honor and fame, if he had
word-15154 us and drive us to honor and call upon His Name,
word-16051 the sake of God' s honor and Name bring upon myself
word-16191 the sake of God' s honor and Name bring upon myself
word-16308 see the Name and the honor of God not as it
word-16730 sin against the Name and honor of God, not speaking of
word-16909 Him, and does us the honor to want to work His
word-16956 Him, and does us the honor to want to work His
word-16989 Him, and does us the honor to want to work His
word-21312 you do not praise and honor God, but love your own
word-21318 you do not praise and honor God, but love your own
word-21361 you do not praise and honor God, but love your own
word-25072 his own profit, will and honor rather than God' s and
word-25208 wants to be in pleasure, honor and comfort. Of this St.
word-26753 our body sick, and our honor taken away; and everything that
word-27634 His grace, to give all honor to Him alone. Then follows
word-27693 up persecution, attacks body, goods, honor and life, brings upon us
word-27985 God' s Name, praise and honor be glorified, and calls upon
word-28328 first work is that we honor our own father and mother.
word-28336 first work is that we honor our own father and mother.
word-28408 first work is that we honor our own father and mother.
word-28425 first work is that we honor our own father and mother.
word-28461 first work is that we honor our own father and mother.
word-28525 first work is that we honor our own father and mother.
word-28578 first work is that we honor our own father and mother.
word-28809 much from the love and honor toward the parents.
word-29008 blinded, and neither know nor honor God according to the first
word-29184 let God' s love and honor and the desire of eternal
word-29290 reason why God bids us honor our parents, that is, to
word-29414 seek no more than pleasure, honor and possessions of this world
word-29926 their hope on Him, to honor His Name, not to swear
word-30188 and his child to the honor of God; he leaves behind
word-30484 Commandment places the parents in honor for the very purpose that
word-30639 of this Commandment is to honor and obey the spiritual mother,
word-31029 prevailed, one could say how honor and obedience should be given
word-31598 and God' s Name and honor come to naught, and faith
word-32048 everybody. Thus we are to honor Roman authority as our highest
word-34234 such works only to the honor and praise of his gracious
word-34283 exhort servants that they highly honor their masters, be obedient, do
word-35625 give us pleasure with goods, honor and favor, or who do
word-36429 meek contrary to God' s honor and Commandment. For it is
word-36517 meek contrary to God' s honor and Commandment. For it is
word-40060 the favor, grace, goods and honor of men, lets them come
word-887 commenced the composition he had nothing else in view but the
word-1845 simple goodness, or they are nothing but color, glitter and deception."
word-1864 simple goodness, or they are nothing but color, glitter and deception."
word-3832 clearly than ever before, demanded nothing less than a breach with
word-4950 say. Even though there were nothing else to urge me, it
word-5154 to do good works needs nothing else than to know God'
word-5465 hand, these same men do nothing else but teach good works.
word-5483 hand, these same men do nothing else but teach good works.
word-5664 and think that God cares nothing for them. So through their
word-7272 in their sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious merits and the
word-7486 doers of good works know nothing at all. For how could
word-8192 which all the others are nothing but mere sham, show and
word-8200 which all the others are nothing but mere sham, show and
word-9467 work of faith. In brief, nothing can be in or about
word-9475 work of faith. In brief, nothing can be in or about
word-9657 and captain, or they are nothing at all.
word-10869 his life and works are nothing but damnable sins before God'
word-11987 God' s grace, it is nothing else than an evidence and
word-12098 Name? Now if you had nothing else at all to do,
word-12756 faithfulness; in short, there is nothing good back of them. Thus
word-13244 Therefore if a man had nothing else to do except this
word-13764 ought so to live that nothing evil can be said of
word-15359 without such faith and confidence nothing holds or helps. How shall
word-15436 without such faith and confidence nothing holds or helps. How shall
word-18722 The sermon ought to be nothing else than the proclamation of
word-19102 knows this testament, to say nothing of their preaching it, although
word-19633 the prayer is dead, and nothing more than a grievous labor
word-19973 the Second, is to be nothing else than a doing and
word-21888 gives to everyone and takes nothing in return.
word-22293 other for that, and have nothing but self- seeking, selfish prayers,
word-23012 or Paternoster, and think of nothing except that you may finish
word-23123 or Paternoster, and think of nothing except that you may finish
word-23128 or Paternoster, and think of nothing except that you may finish
word-23312 like images of saints; know nothing to speak of or to
word-24442 perverted, evil race, who do nothing else than heap abuse on
word-24999 us and that we do nothing of our own with all
word-25460 God' s governance, and entrust nothing to his reason, as Jeremiah
word-25571 God' s governance, and entrust nothing to his reason, as Jeremiah
word-25798 all seek in their fasting nothing beyond the work itself: when
word-25820 all seek in their fasting nothing beyond the work itself: when
word-26920 s abuse; whereby He seeks nothing else than that He may
word-27057 s abuse; whereby He seeks nothing else than that He may
word-27061 s abuse; whereby He seeks nothing else than that He may
word-28402 and shelter. For not for nothing has He said: " Thou
word-29824 that parents, although they had nothing else to do, could attain
word-30578 he let such works be nothing else than an exhortation and
word-30844 a thought, and there is nothing left except the ban for
word-31236 much; but of spiritual government nothing or little. Meanwhile may he
word-31508 rise higher, in our time nothing comes from Rome but a
word-32117 the last Roman Council; but nothing has been accomplished, and things
word-32258 the last Roman Council; but nothing has been accomplished, and things
word-32305 the last Roman Council; but nothing has been accomplished, and things
word-32662 harm, I since it has nothing to do with preaching and
word-32765 harm, I since it has nothing to do with preaching and
word-34934 if without these they did nothing but miracles. So says St.
word-35603 beautiful splendor, and there is nothing back of it. This we
word-35885 lost among Christians, so that nothing now everywhere prevails except strife,
word-36889 a good work, to say nothing of attempting or doing it.
word-39989 faith in God, and expect nothing good from Him. For where
word-4614 I know and daily hear many people, who think slightingly of
word-4685 Whether the making of many great books is an art
word-5390 We find many who pray, fast, establish endowments,
word-6773 not that he may gather many merits and good works, but
word-6829 not that he may gather many merits and good works, but
word-6919 works, and are all lost. Many have been crazed thereby; their
word-8230 all who wish with their many good works, as they say,
word-8461 what St. Paul means in many places, where he ascribes so
word-9670 then do we have so many laws of the Church and
word-9680 then do we have so many laws of the Church and
word-11999 See now, how many kinds of good works a
word-12316 whom no one can see many great works, in the privacy
word-13297 work and exercise ourselves in many other lesser good works, nay,
word-13416 do good. For there are many who do the good and
word-14688 and lets us live in many wicked, sinful affections, that He
word-15088 God." Wherefore also God let many of its enemies remain and
word-16614 XXX. See, here would be many good works. For the greater
word-17403 would become! How often would many a one have to hold
word-17750 We have now seen how many good works there are in
word-18242 shed for you and for many for the remission of sins.
word-18468 and given me"? Oh, how many masses there are in the
word-19013 Gospel, and to let so many people who would gladly hear
word-19125 Gospel, and to let so many people who would gladly hear
word-19146 as the custom is, counting many pages or beads, but fixing
word-19546 joyfully and gladly? But how many prayers must be reformed, if
word-20256 yourself in faith. For how many do you see who habitually
word-21495 But I know well that many are so foolish as not
word-22487 done on earth, whereby so many pious souls would be preserved,
word-22494 done on earth, whereby so many pious souls would be preserved,
word-22547 go on building churches, endowing many monastic houses, making music, reading,
word-22555 go on building churches, endowing many monastic houses, making music, reading,
word-22784 destroyed them. What then could many men do, if they united
word-22911 everything became fruitful." There are many texts and examples in the
word-23945 warfare against these spiritual and many times worse Turks, these are
word-24470 those very men who do many good works of their own,
word-24632 transferred to Sunday; then would many evil vices be done away
word-24661 transferred to Sunday; then would many evil vices be done away
word-25391 in my own ways," and many like prayers, which are all
word-25682 There are, alas! many blind men, who practise their
word-26891 Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon us, which move
word-26900 Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon us, which move
word-27274 us in the Scriptures with many words and told us, Psalm
word-28867 we here see again how many good works are taught in
word-29985 great lessons are these, how many good works you have before
word-30614 is good and acceptable; for many heathen have trained their children
word-32099 No! For we have had many councils in which this has
word-34658 sharply with them, but that many things be overlooked through grace,
word-35579 one work, which however includes many and dispels many vices, and
word-35582 one work, which however includes many and dispels many vices, and
word-35918 all this, we have our many holidays, hear masses, say our
word-36464 God to anger, he put many of them to death, and
word-36969 permanent, it will drive to many other good works, to fasting
word-37181 enough, and will be given many good works to do within
word-37784 a work, which embraces very many good works, and is opposed
word-37791 a work, which embraces very many good works, and is opposed
word-39167 lies; so that it forbids many evil works of the tongue.
word-39513 lies; so that it forbids many evil works of the tongue.
word-39902 Name' s sake." And: " Many of them shall be offended
word-1619 when the summons came to him, to dedicate his book Of
word-5182 when the young man asks Him, Matthew xix, what he shall
word-5862 ask, we shall receive of Him, because we keep His Commandments,
word-6283 once to him who trusts Him, as St. Paul says to
word-7256 a good, firm confidence in Him, and believe that He is
word-8249 buy God' s grace from Him, as if He were a
word-8420 buy God' s grace from Him, as if He were a
word-9311 would yet ask enough of him, and more than enough, since
word-11047 in them that I fear Him, in those that hope in
word-12493 in his sins, and praises Him, and so has hit upon
word-12840 God' s Name and praised Him, two things which do not
word-13770 evil can be said of him, and that he give offence
word-14706 much reason to run to Him, to cry aloud to Him,
word-14711 much reason to run to Him, to cry aloud to Him,
word-14860 deliver him: I will help him, because he hath known My
word-15166 gain confidence and faith toward Him, and so to fulfil the
word-15504 those who ally themselves with him, how much more will not
word-15630 s Name and to trust Him, yet were sin alone more
word-16904 wants us to work with Him, and does us the honor
word-19900 who set a limit for Him, sin upon the other side,
word-19953 who set a limit for Him, sin upon the other side,
word-20856 is, and how it hurts him, and how it benefits all
word-20922 and cast this up to Him, and hold it before the
word-21025 and cast this up to Him, and hold it before the
word-21729 s sickness we run from Him, and are unwilling to come
word-21810 from God, but run to Him, and pray with much more
word-22567 measure. This does not grieve him, nay, he helps us do
word-22630 measure. This does not grieve him, nay, he helps us do
word-22963 all them that call upon Him, to all that call upon
word-23166 prince would think they mocked him, or were insane; but they
word-25109 work and to live in him, all this vice and wickedness
word-27015 go well or ill with him, whether he die or live,
word-27068 go well or ill with him, whether he die or live,
word-27404 in God and God in Him, so also shall we by
word-29121 the idol Moloch and burned him, II. Kings xxi. What else
word-29731 Cast all your care upon Him, and be certain that He
word-29924 to place their hope on Him, to honor His Name, not
word-32846 far too slightly regarded by Him, that for its sake, whether
word-33041 a standing that they fear him, there will and must be
word-33406 wagon and horses can follow him, and regard that more than
word-34783 her superior, give way to him, keep silent and give up
word-34790 her superior, give way to him, keep silent and give up
word-35028 although heaven stood open before him, nor be driven from it,
word-36073 his enemy, speak well of him, do good to him, and
word-36077 his enemy, speak well of him, do good to him, and
word-36112 his enemy, speak well of him, do good to him, and
word-38056 is he? We will praise him, that he has done wondrous
word-38212 let the gold run after him, and money wait on his
word-38378 labor, when God says to him, Genesis iii, " In the
word-38547 lie to him nor forsake him, as it is written, Psalm
word-38974 had stolen what belonged to him, for you owed it to
word-38996 had stolen what belonged to him, for you owed it to
word-39836 not only did not receive Him, but persecuted Him more cruelly
word-40352 that we should believe in Him, follow Him and abide in
word-2505 flow from faith, and are done with the pretension of doing
word-3033 instead they undertake strange and evil works, like parents whose commands
word-3350 is also strife against the evil lust, as forbidden in the
word-3743 beginning to end, as is done in this treatise. Over against
word-5251 as we see has been done and still is done, because
word-5365 all good works must be done and receive from it the
word-5476 Now all these works are done outside of faith, therefore they
word-5544 Now all these works are done outside of faith, therefore they
word-5939 must be good, or the evil that they do must be
word-6060 xiv: " Whatsoever is not done of or in faith is
word-7468 highest work that can be done by and in the creature;
word-7538 rejected all works which are done without such faith, in order
word-7657 rejected all works which are done without such faith, in order
word-8599 of our time, which are done entirely without faith, they say:
word-8744 course, if these things are done with such faith that we
word-8867 course, if these things are done with such faith that we
word-9177 does when the work is done in faith and by faith.
word-9528 Lord." Now it cannot be done in this Name except it
word-9535 Lord." Now it cannot be done in this Name except it
word-11544 the other works, cannot be done without faith; and if it
word-11551 the other works, cannot be done without faith; and if it
word-11709 and yet it must be done in the same faith as
word-11972 postures, if this is not done in the heart by faith,
word-13058 is nature sunk in the evil of its own conceit and
word-13223 other vices are practised in evil works; only honor and self-
word-13424 the good and leave the evil undone out of fear of
word-13617 the good and leave the evil for the sake of shame
word-13765 so to live that nothing evil can be said of him,
word-14572 all other works. But the evil spirit, who never rests, when
word-14586 all other works. But the evil spirit, who never rests, when
word-15253 superstition, all of which is done only that men may not
word-15273 superstition, all of which is done only that men may not
word-15672 the world, the third the evil spirit, by which three we
word-15718 the world, the third the evil spirit, by which three we
word-16272 against the wrong which is done to the rich, the powerful,
word-16286 against the wrong which is done to the rich, the powerful,
word-16406 against the wrong which is done to popes, kings, princes, bishops
word-17466 or more frequent sin is done in external works than under
word-17531 or more frequent sin is done in external works than under
word-17570 or more frequent sin is done in external works than under
word-17769 in themselves, unless they are done in faith and in the
word-17952 these, if they are not done in assurance of and with
word-17990 these, if they are not done in assurance of and with
word-18014 and drunkenness, gambling and other evil deeds; and then, the mass
word-18536 or, if he have an evil intention, he must be changed
word-20755 Here the evil spirit hinders men with all
word-20839 Here the evil spirit hinders men with all
word-21130 to preserve me from all evil which surrounds me." Likewise, Psalm
word-21444 neighbor with anger, hatred and evil words; how you are tempted
word-22141 mercy. But this must be done with heart- felt emotion and
word-22399 us humble. This should be done as briefly as possible, that
word-22475 could happen to all the evil spirits? What greater work could
word-22482 What greater work could be done on earth, whereby so many
word-22522 may oppose it. This the evil spirit knows well, and therefore
word-22589 think that thereby we have done our whole duty. But in
word-22927 pray, only that it be done with earnestness and faith. As
word-23886 a great injury has been done Christendom. Then we complain, and
word-24288 you have prayed, fasted, pilgrimaged, done this or that for yourself,
word-24300 you have prayed, fasted, pilgrimaged, done this or that for yourself,
word-24438 other people are a perverted, evil race, who do nothing else
word-24633 to Sunday; then would many evil vices be done away with
word-24636 would many evil vices be done away with through the labor
word-25095 thoughts, all his life are evil and not godly.
word-25428 through the suggestions of the evil one, that it is not
word-25645 flesh, to kill its gross, evil lust, to give it rest
word-25812 that, they think they have done a good work. I will
word-26226 one imagine that he has done good works, or excuse himself
word-26368 may be cured of his evil appetite.
word-27474 our self- mortification, the hurt done to us by others; and
word-27501 such works are to be done and such sufferings to be
word-27672 But when the evil spirit perceives such faith, such
word-27776 gracious Father, as must be done in this work of the
word-28026 God' s work alone be done in us, and so God
word-28718 the soul' s salvation), our evil nature resents the correction. Beside
word-29518 of men, and endure such evil for the sake of something
word-30550 of itself, except it be done in confidence of divine favor,
word-30831 and these had better be done away with. But no one
word-31303 endowment than that there be evil government in them, whereby God
word-31341 power, and undertake other and evil works, just as parents do
word-32413 it, to the terror of evil doers, and to the protection
word-32489 deception. Secondly, when men speak evil of the government and curse
word-32510 deception. Secondly, when men speak evil of the government and curse
word-33132 fourth is all manner of evil beasts, such as lions, wolves,
word-33968 public bawdy- houses, as was done among the people of Israel!
word-34129 work in other places, this evil would to a large extent
word-34201 the others, should also be done in faith, yea, be an
word-34596 not possible that everything be done perfectly at all times among
word-35707 my good man, so the evil spirit also would be meek
word-35787 nor revile, does not speak evil of them, does not meditate
word-35793 nor revile, does not speak evil of them, does not meditate
word-36082 him, and not intend any evil against him; let him come
word-36318 heart is pained at every evil which happens to one' s
word-37076 of God; namely, that when evil lust stirs, a man flee
word-37136 of God; namely, that when evil lust stirs, a man flee
word-37470 certainty how he shall avoid evil thoughts and everything that is
word-37643 which the flesh and the evil spirit attack it. Thus St.
word-37693 which the flesh and the evil spirit attack it. Thus St.
word-38060 praise him, that he has done wondrous things in his life."
word-38649 all good works must be done in faith; for here every
word-39168 so that it forbids many evil works of the tongue. First:
word-39334 so that it forbids many evil works of the tongue. First:
word-39577 we must fight against the evil spirits; and this concerns not
word-39595 we must fight against the evil spirits; and this concerns not
word-40520 last two Commandments, which forbid evil desires of the body for
word-40536 last two Commandments, which forbid evil desires of the body for
word-40610 last two Commandments, which forbid evil desires of the body for
word-276 what he had urged as spiritual adviser of his convent brethren
word-2596 emphasis, that the believer, the spiritual man, needs no such instruction
word-2944 proceeds to speak of the spiritual powers, the government of the
word-2977 proceeds to speak of the spiritual powers, the government of the
word-3001 proceeds to speak of the spiritual powers, the government of the
word-3959 declare against the misuse of spiritual powers and to abolish various
word-4375 the exhibition of some such spiritual wares as are at my
word-4608 And although I know and daily hear
word-4763 God' s throne itself overturned. Although we cannot all be writers,
word-4806 German for the unlearned laymen. Although I too have little skill
word-5442 very learned men, who mislead them, and say that it is
word-6032 the work is not good, although it should raise all the
word-6135 me a heretic because of them, is due to the fact
word-6176 works of the other virtues; although faith alone makes all other
word-6227 works of the other virtues; although faith alone makes all other
word-7032 their sufferings and difficulties for them, whether they be small or
word-7221 an offence and harmful to them, and yet they go and
word-7264 an offence and harmful to them, and yet they go and
word-7631 enough, everything shall be good, although in all this they have
word-8574 do no more good works," although he condemns such men as
word-8721 " having no other gods"; although these things usurers, adulterers and
word-8854 such works and have rejected them, because it is as clear
word-8909 such works and have rejected them, because it is as clear
word-9070 God, for the Father seeketh spiritual worshipers."
word-9873 sins, nor will it cover them, but it sets us free
word-9956 these must be constrained by spiritual and temporal laws, like wild
word-10026 these must be constrained by spiritual and temporal laws, like wild
word-10074 learn to know the faith. Although there is great danger here,
word-10164 and burdens, and not despise them, but teach them the true
word-10212 became as under the law, although I was not under the
word-10273 and burdens, and not despise them, but teach them the true
word-11587 And although I have said above, and
word-11790 to strengthen and increase faith, although all works also help to
word-11953 is not rightly honored. For although it be honored with the
word-13538 let shame and honor drive them, these also have their reward,
word-13872 praises him." Few and most spiritual men must they be, who,
word-15387 than man and the devil, although He not only promises help
word-15763 no way we can overcome them, except only by calling upon
word-16008 who misuse it in a spiritual manner, and to proclaim it
word-16098 who misuse it in a spiritual manner, and to proclaim it
word-16128 repute in the world. And although this is especially the duty
word-16682 of the unrighteous, not approve them, but speak the truth boldly.
word-16739 speaking of them and neglecting them, and regarding his possessions, honor,
word-17080 heretical doctrines, every misuse of spiritual power. Now this is much
word-17116 and a dangerous to resist them, because they assert that he
word-17272 to hear and to follow them, and this rule cannot be
word-17280 to hear and to follow them, and this rule cannot be
word-17288 to hear and to follow them, and this rule cannot be
word-17313 indeed, that even in the spiritual estate the greater part preach
word-17323 indeed, that even in the spiritual estate the greater part preach
word-17689 god; so completely do the spiritual authorities and the learned lack
word-18105 expect something in our prayer. Although in this matter the bishops
word-18650 a thousand and more gulden. Although Christ often fares like those
word-18670 these persons never think of them, nor praise or thank them.
word-19107 nothing of their preaching it, although this is their highest and
word-19386 pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall surely have
word-19735 is surely acceptable and heard, although the very thing for which
word-20414 faith? For this work the spiritual estate has been specially established,
word-20449 faith? For this work the spiritual estate has been specially established,
word-20520 to pray, and never cease," although in Matthew vi. He forbids
word-21686 unchastity, anger, covetousness and unrighteousness. Although the more you find yourself
word-21769 we would help ourselves in spiritual need, although it really is
word-21771 help ourselves in spiritual need, although it really is greater than
word-22168 pray with true sympathy for them, in true faith and confidence.
word-22770 been ten righteous people in them, two in each city, God
word-22842 asking ever more and more, although what it asks is not
word-23381 all Christians, especially of the spiritual estate, and you will find
word-23592 sought for a man among them, that should make up the
word-23752 that we pray twice for them, if we pray once for
word-23939 and standard- bearers in this spiritual warfare against these spiritual and
word-23943 and standard- bearers in this spiritual warfare against these spiritual and
word-24321 who are in sin and spiritual poverty, captivity and need, of
word-24403 He said, " Father, forgive them, fort they know not what
word-24963 The spiritual rest, which God particularly intends
word-25250 say and write so much, although they know neither the source
word-25336 them and do not heed them, as the Wise Man says:
word-25514 help. Therefore God went before them, by day in a bright:
word-25629 when they seem to be spiritual and good.
word-25939 and wantonness, and no more, although pope, Church, bishop, father- confessor
word-26621 had much experience of fasting, although they have never tried it.
word-26672 or that in despite of them, but we must tell them
word-26864 in every way keep a spiritual holiday, let our works stand
word-27360 first to fulfil this Commandment, although He needed it not for
word-27750 a sure confidence in God, although He sends us death, shame,
word-28254 of the Commandments of God, although there are distinctions also within
word-28349 in this: that we obey them, look up to, esteem and
word-28418 " Thou shalt love them," although this also must be done.
word-28676 its parents, to murmur against them, or to do worse things.
word-28800 its parents, to murmur against them, or to do worse things.
word-28847 parents, sponsors, temporal lords and spiritual fathers. For every one must
word-29760 never yet rightly prayed for them, have never yet commended them
word-29821 as men say, that parents, although they had nothing else to
word-29896 chief nurse, to wait on them, to give them good words
word-30463 they are not angry with them, or are obedient in worldly
word-30477 their self- will is strengthened; although the Commandment places the parents
word-30643 to honor and obey the spiritual mother, the holy Christian Church,
word-30650 to honor and obey the spiritual mother, the holy Christian Church,
word-30672 to honor and obey the spiritual mother, the holy Christian Church,
word-30716 regard to the first. The spiritual authority should punish sin with
word-30730 regard to the first. The spiritual authority should punish sin with
word-30803 regard to the first. The spiritual authority should punish sin with
word-30857 this should not be. But spiritual authority should look to it,
word-30903 and earnestly maintain worship in them, provide for the young people,
word-31037 should be given to the spiritual authority. But now the case
word-31061 should be given to the spiritual authority. But now the case
word-31110 should be given to the spiritual authority. But now the case
word-31182 each city had a bishop, although the smallest part of the
word-31227 pray God for mercy. Of spiritual power we have much; but
word-31234 pray God for mercy. Of spiritual power we have much; but
word-31268 pray God for mercy. Of spiritual power we have much; but
word-31306 there be evil government in them, whereby God is the more
word-31516 Rome but a fair of spiritual wares, which are openly and
word-31718 God' s Name and the spiritual power were instituted to blaspheme
word-31818 Since then bishops and spiritual prelates stand idle in this
word-31933 then let the pope feed them, whom they serve. It is
word-32032 him and resist him ( although with all humility and honor),
word-32184 liberty for all their knavery, although this oath is demanded, forced
word-32599 nay, it improves the soul, although it inflicts loss upon the
word-32616 nay, it improves the soul, although it inflicts loss upon the
word-32676 first three Commandments. But the spiritual power does harm not only
word-32730 not resist the temporal power although it does wrong. For the
word-32745 first three Commandments. But the spiritual power does harm not only
word-32869 On the other hand, the spiritual power is an exceeding great
word-33220 to enforce his own will, although he may have the authority
word-33289 by storm and keep it, although all sorts of misfortune may
word-33518 read, or have read to them, from youth on, the histories,
word-33907 officiales and other episcopal and spiritual officers, who ban, load, hunt
word-34026 sought for by both the spiritual and the temporal power. If
word-34291 be obedient, do what pleases them, not cheating them nor opposing
word-34655 to deal too sharply with them, but that many things be
word-34892 subjects well, deal kindly with them, and do everything whereby they
word-35023 himself be torn from it, although heaven stood open before him,
word-35034 himself be torn from it, although heaven stood open before him,
word-35129 thrown into corners and hidden; although it is written in Proverbs
word-35185 and we do not see them, but in our blindness look
word-35272 their over- lords desire of them, that they do not allow
word-35362 or hinder him from doing them, there obedience ends, and that
word-35789 does not speak evil of them, does not meditate evil against
word-35795 does not speak evil of them, does not meditate evil against
word-35796 not meditate evil against them, although they had taken away goods,
word-35820 does not speak evil of them, does not meditate evil against
word-35824 does not speak evil of them, does not meditate evil against
word-35865 does not speak evil of them, does not meditate evil against
word-35930 establish churches, and more such spiritual finery, which God has not
word-35993 the fulfilment of this Commandment; although God has said, that not
word-37215 in themselves the whole purpose, although they should be arranged so
word-37273 sex, nor even look upon them, and whatsoever else may be
word-37443 all grace, takes pleasure in spiritual purity; therefore he can so
word-37706 daily fight against it. But although this brings uneasiness and pain,
word-37753 daily fight against it. But although this brings uneasiness and pain,
word-38889 in its opposition to it, although it does the good works
word-39326 s cause to be lost, although they know that it is
word-39668 is the fault of the spiritual prelates, who do not stir
word-40111 fear, he does not regard them, he despiseth them; on the
word-40421 such as building churches, beautifying them, making pilgrimages, and all that
word-40461 not said how a man, although he neglect all else, has
word-1070 Though I know of a great many, and must hear it
word-3977 as a forerunner of the great Reformation writings, which appeared in
word-4084 contemporaries at once recognized the great importance of the Treatise, for
word-4147 contemporaries at once recognized the great importance of the Treatise, for
word-4686 Whether the making of many great books is an art and
word-4712 Whether the making of many great books is an art and
word-6715 with a heavy heart, and great disrelish; he is, as it
word-6884 He does all this with great effort, despair and disrelish of
word-7659 when they have done many, great and long works without any
word-9087 move everyone to reject the great display of bulls, seals, flags,
word-10077 the faith. Although there is great danger here, when the rulers,
word-12317 no one can see many great works, in the privacy of
word-12367 no one can see many great works, in the privacy of
word-12384 no one can see many great works, in the privacy of
word-12416 no one can see many great works, in the privacy of
word-13004 oneself, or fame and a great reputation, that every one sing
word-13821 us." But there must be great diligence and care, lest such
word-14170 have kept himself from this great vice of vain honor and
word-14184 have kept himself from this great vice of vain honor and
word-14256 always are at hand in great number, and with which he
word-15270 no trust in it. Here great dishonor is done the Name
word-16428 pious, where there is no great need. O how sly is
word-16955 Him and have despised the great honor of doing His work,
word-17032 Him and have despised the great honor of doing His work,
word-17109 this reason it seems a great thing and a dangerous to
word-18289 to it a glorious, rich, great testament, in which no interest,
word-18796 says, " This is a great evil, when God giveth a
word-18938 into it a rich, exceeding great treasure, to be offered and
word-19666 the soul; nay, to the great injury and blinding of souls,
word-20270 work and seem to be great saints, and yet never get
word-20372 No one knows what a great thing it is to trust
word-20747 be heard: that is a great deed in God' s eyes.
word-23145 to ask a favor of great princes. These do not plan
word-23882 ruins churches, we think a great injury has been done Christendom.
word-26300 wantonness were so strong and great that we could not sufficiently
word-26412 they run the risk of great danger to the fruit of
word-26643 sufficiently informed, regard it a great sin if we do not
word-27090 These works He considers so great that He commands us not
word-27741 fire. For it is a great thing to retain a sure
word-29642 hard not to delight in great adornment and parade. Thus St.
word-29980 See, what great lessons are these, how many
word-32636 why there is not such great danger in the temporal power
word-32874 spiritual power is an exceeding great blessing, and far too precious
word-33015 the small men, and the great are free; and where the
word-33654 lands. To prevent these two great evils would truly give the
word-33919 drive the poor people with great burdens, as long as a
word-36224 we busy ourselves with other great works which are not commanded,
word-36866 of God teach us how great truly good works are, nay,
word-37394 good strong faith is a great help, more noticeably so than
word-39611 always so manages that the great among men, whom it is
word-40431 that is written at so great length in the Canon Law
word-338 and to lead it to Christ when, in 1517, he published
word-1157 leave the honor of greater things to others, and not at
word-2000 In the fundamental part he therefore argues: " Truly good works
word-2087 understood. It is the sure confidence in God, that all my
word-2376 one thing, faith, " that confidence in God' s good will
word-2689 acquire a pure heart and confidence toward God, he derives the
word-2969 Honor and obedience in all things should be rendered unto the
word-3300 of the neighbor. Where such confidence is present there is also
word-4553 easily misled that our Lord Christ has commanded us to watch
word-4746 were as easy as persecution, Christ would long since have been
word-5143 that which God has forbidden. Therefore whoever wishes to know and
word-5163 know God' s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix, " If
word-5195 know God' s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix, " If
word-5480 are done outside of faith, therefore they are nothing and altogether
word-5518 are done outside of faith, therefore they are nothing and altogether
word-5685 Who is served by all things whatsoever that are done, spoken
word-5795 So Christ says, John viii: " I
word-5803 " I do always those things that please Him." And St.
word-5871 " I do always those things that please Him." And St.
word-6020 picking up a straw. If confidence is absent, or if he
word-6200 doubt that for it all things that a man does are
word-6244 work except to faith alone. Therefore it is no wonder that
word-6529 " Where the Spirit of Christ is, there all is free."
word-6627 undone, say, not say, think? Confidence alone teaches them all this,
word-6743 Christian who lives in this confidence toward God, a knows all
word-6756 do all things, undertakes all things that are to be done,
word-7063 angry; and to have greater confidence in Him than we feel.
word-7203 and devils, and have no confidence at all in God. For
word-7254 and devils, and have no confidence at all in God. For
word-7291 and devils, and have no confidence at all in God. For
word-7331 and devils, and have no confidence at all in God. For
word-7367 excel all works of faith. Therefore between such works and sufferings
word-7497 they here look for good things and grace from God, as
word-7683 and so they build their confidence not on divine favor, but
word-7712 take a cruel fall, as Christ says, Matthew vii. This good-
word-7724 and so they build their confidence not on divine favor, but
word-7858 or sorrow; as the Lord Christ says to the heathen woman,
word-7886 truth." And this faith, faithfulness, confidence deep in the heart, is
word-7951 truth." And this faith, faithfulness, confidence deep in the heart, is
word-7999 and there were no God, Therefore St. Augustine well says that
word-8023 truth." And this faith, faithfulness, confidence deep in the heart, is
word-8135 seek His favor in other things or in themselves, do not
word-8206 back of them; against which Christ warns us, Matthew vii: "
word-8723 no other gods"; although these things usurers, adulterers and all manner
word-8742 Of course, if these things are done with such faith
word-8886 who does not set his confidence upon the works, expecting by
word-9025 babbling and mummery. Of such Christ says, Matthew xxiv: " Beware,
word-9330 all times in faith and confidence toward God, to place such
word-9422 and to leave undone all things in such continual faith; then
word-9442 and to leave undone all things in such continual faith; then
word-9496 and to leave undone all things in such continual faith; then
word-9546 and to leave undone all things in such continual faith; then
word-9700 works, if faith does all things through the First Commandment?" I
word-9745 do good works, as his confidence in God teaches him.
word-9827 this freedom, put a false confidence in it, and grow lazy;
word-9890 works and to endure all things as they happen to us,
word-10055 works and to endure all things as they happen to us,
word-10259 answers: " Only other people." Christ said: " Then are the
word-10319 see that all works and things are free to a Christian
word-10471 must endure and instruct them. Therefore we must not despise, as
word-10625 it, these we must, as Christ did and taught, let go
word-10788 " My little children, these things I write unto you, that
word-10849 riseth up again." Yes, this confidence and faith must be so
word-11015 on the mercy of God. Therefore we must fear because of
word-11108 where the faith and the confidence can be found and whence
word-11171 while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us"; as if
word-11204 while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us"; as if
word-11218 while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us"; as if
word-11272 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself and see how
word-11309 must thou draw faith and confidence of the forgiveness of all
word-11383 must thou draw faith and confidence of the forgiveness of all
word-11427 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself and see how
word-11453 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself and see how
word-11733 and has indeed become unknown. Therefore we must examine it further,
word-11754 it in the faith and confidence that it pleases God. Indeed
word-11766 it in the faith and confidence that it pleases God. Indeed
word-12223 I. Corinthians x: " Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or
word-12335 fares well, or with entire confidence calls upon Him when he
word-12537 himself more than in God. Therefore he is justly rejected and
word-12842 Name and praised Him, two things which do not fit together.
word-12967 Therefore the second work of this
word-13067 conceit and in its self- confidence contrary to these two first
word-13239 Therefore if a man had nothing
word-14367 flesh yourselves; for concerning these things I have commanded you nothing,
word-14794 call upon it; and whereby confidence and faith grow mightily, and
word-14826 me out of all trouble, therefore will I praise Thy Name
word-14852 me out of all trouble, therefore will I praise Thy Name
word-15012 there is peace, when all things are cheap and there are
word-15078 waxed rich, full and fat; therefore has it forsaken its God."
word-15162 upon His Name, to gain confidence and faith toward Him, and
word-15358 best; without such faith and confidence nothing holds or helps. How
word-15420 best; without such faith and confidence nothing holds or helps. How
word-16063 enmity of all men, as Christ said to His disciples: "
word-16489 the disfavor of the powerful; therefore he lets the poor man
word-16562 the disfavor of the powerful; therefore he lets the poor man
word-17143 power they use, saying that Christ said of them, " He
word-17205 Now Christ did not mean that we
word-17602 say in our time, for things are much worse now. But
word-17608 are much worse now. But Christ and St. Peter and Paul
word-17885 right side, namely, in the things which concern God, and in
word-18265 of Me." In these words Christ has made for Himself a
word-18387 he doubt not that what Christ has said is true, and
word-18402 he doubt not that what Christ has said is true, and
word-18420 he doubt not that what Christ has said is true, and
word-18651 thousand and more gulden. Although Christ often fares like those who
word-18765 other unprofitable stories, and thus Christ is forgotten, while we fare
word-18900 only ceremony or practice which Christ has instituted, in which His
word-19022 gladly hear it perish, since Christ has so strictly commanded that
word-19167 earnestness, and exercise faith and confidence toward God in the matter,
word-19363 to call forth such faith, Christ Himself has said, Mark xi:
word-19369 has said, Mark xi: " Therefore I say unto you, What
word-19375 I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye
word-19589 benefit result from it, and things daily grow worse? The reason
word-19622 For where this faith and confidence is not in the prayer,
word-20166 so that they also prayed Christ and said: " Lord, increase
word-20185 Therefore you shall not despair, nor
word-20863 how it benefits all men. Therefore he does not willingly let
word-21078 IX. But what are the things which we must bring before
word-21341 indolent in prayer, in which things every one has faults, then
word-21391 for help, and with all confidence expect help, and believe that
word-21816 and pray with much more confidence than if a bodily need
word-22527 evil spirit knows well, and therefore he does all that he
word-22579 that we may consider such things the very best, and think
word-23191 to his mercy, in good confidence that he will grant it.
word-23289 earnest prayer, have a good confidence and every good kind of
word-23619 it; but I found none. Therefore have I poured out Mine
word-23798 by all those who reviled Christ on the Cross, when they
word-24087 toward the endless grace which Christ has won for us freely
word-24273 thereby sinned against love? For Christ at the last day will
word-24341 those who suffer bodily need. Therefore take heed: our own self-
word-24385 to their salvation. Just as Christ on the Cross prayed not
word-24545 He had made. Genesis ii. Therefore He commanded also that the
word-25081 s and his neighbor' s. Therefore all his works, all his
word-25155 longer we who live, but Christ Who lives, works and speaks
word-25263 purpose of these good works. Therefore we will now also speak
word-25510 food, no drink, no help. Therefore God went before them, by
word-25890 Therefore I allow everyone to choose
word-26877 Therefore in order to kill our
word-27122 there are no more precious things than suffering, dying, and all
word-27160 to the worship of God. Therefore a man shall also recognise
word-27388 and have peace. Since, as Christ was raised up after His
word-27513 in faith and in sure confidence of God' s favor, in
word-27612 in faith and in sure confidence of God' s favor, in
word-27747 thing to retain a sure confidence in God, although He sends
word-27912 comes in, in both, as Christ says, John ix.
word-28508 that which we have toward things which we despise or flee
word-28749 or dishonor, and allow these things to influence them more than
word-29307 other love is without fear, therefore it is more dishonor than
word-29794 and await it from Him. Therefore also He permits them to
word-30002 child, that needs all these things like a hungry, thirsty, naked,
word-30066 the labor of thine hands; therefore thou shalt be happy, and
word-30152 the labor of thine hands; therefore thou shalt be happy, and
word-30282 and not teaching them the things which have been spoken of
word-30319 and not teaching them the things which have been spoken of
word-30552 except it be done in confidence of divine favor, so that
word-30689 yield to it in all things which are not contrary to
word-30705 with regard to this work, things are almost worse than with
word-31115 spiritual estate is in all things more worldly than the worldly
word-31193 inhabitants were Christians. How may things go when one bishop wants
word-31398 undone all that they prescribe. Therefore we must take hold of
word-32122 nothing has been accomplished, and things have grown ever worse, Moreover,
word-33279 have a right to it, therefore I will take it by
word-33503 Therefore it would be most profitable
word-34086 No one wants to work, therefore the mechanics must give their
word-34309 thereby bring the doctrine of Christ and our faith into good
word-34478 do it all in the confidence of divine favor ( in
word-34527 do it all in the confidence of divine favor ( in
word-34576 roughly, not look to all things too closely, occasionally overlook something,
word-34642 have a Master in heaven." Therefore as the masters do not
word-34659 roughly, not look to all things too closely, occasionally overlook something,
word-35195 look for them elsewhere. This Christ declared, Matthew xxiv: " If
word-35830 prays for them. Of this Christ says, Matthew v: " Do
word-36233 not commanded, and neglect this? Therefore God says, Matthew v, "
word-37133 heart runs to the Lord Christ with its evil thoughts while
word-37147 heart runs to the Lord Christ with its evil thoughts while
word-37241 Some have also indicated more things which should be avoided, such
word-37285 Some have also indicated more things which should be avoided, such
word-37303 Some have also indicated more things which should be avoided, such
word-37445 takes pleasure in spiritual purity; therefore he can so much more
word-37504 cease its admonitions in all things that are pleasing to God
word-38015 II. Therefore the Wise Man says not
word-38044 and has not set his confidence in the treasures of money.
word-38062 that he has done wondrous things in his life." As if
word-38150 that he has done wondrous things in his life." As if
word-38226 him love none of these things nor set his heart on
word-38275 your heart upon them." So Christ also teaches, Matthew vi, that
word-38500 that God cares for him; therefore he does not cling to
word-38583 or his child begging bread." Therefore the Apostle calls no other
word-38625 said, it is by such confidence that God is truly honored
word-38787 only to our friends? As Christ teaches, Luke vi, even a
word-38816 are generous to their kind. Therefore a Christian must rise higher,
word-38902 own choice easily and gladly. Therefore take your enemies, the ungrateful,
word-39018 the works of mercy, which Christ will require at men' s
word-39886 all that they have, as Christ has foretold: " Ye shall
word-39998 For where such faith and confidence are, there is also a
word-40051 has a gracious, loving God. Therefore it despises all the favor,
word-40250 firm and fearless in the confidence of divine favor; so also
word-40314 only set our Lord Jesus Christ before us that we should
word-40338 firm and fearless in the confidence of divine favor; so also
word-40561 against them endures unto death; therefore these two Commandments are drawn
word-617 Explanation of the Lord' s Prayer for the simple Laity (
word-692 Explanation of the Lord' s Prayer for the simple Laity (
word-1522 God. In Luther' s time every one who was seriously interested
word-1731 Commandment, and is repeated at every Commandment thereafter, while before this
word-2564 faith, must prove itself in every way a living faith, according
word-2735 to observe divine services with prayer and the hearing of preaching,
word-4341 humble duty and my feeble prayer for your Grace always remembered!
word-5248 law or custom, as we see has been done and still
word-5972 IV. Now every one can note and tell
word-6363 and lives in each and every work without distinction, however numerous
word-6583 VI. This we may see in a common human example.
word-6851 yon, prays St. Bridget' s prayer and the rest, fasts on
word-7266 is pleased with them, these see in their sufferings and afflictions
word-8033 with them. Nay, if we see it aright, love is the
word-8094 X. Now you see for yourself that all those
word-9721 do not heed it. If every man had faith, we would
word-9732 do not heed it. If every man had faith, we would
word-10314 Here we see that all works and things
word-11276 form Christ within thyself and see how in Him God holds
word-11346 form Christ within thyself and see how in Him God holds
word-11575 praise, preach, sing and in every way exalt and magnify God'
word-11996 See now, how many kinds of
word-12315 in whom no one can see many great works, in the
word-12567 show they make; and that every one thinks they are easy,
word-12702 that if we were to see how few of them there
word-13007 and a great reputation, that every one sing of him and
word-13033 all, and, alas! little regarded. Every one wants to be of
word-13757 good name and honor, and every one ought so to live
word-14021 men, so that they may see your good works and glorify
word-14236 Now see how much a man has
word-14641 upon God' s Name in every need. For this God regards
word-14921 there is no trial and every thing is and goes well;
word-14989 So too we see in broad day, in all
word-15330 this closely for yourself and see whether this is not a
word-15930 matters and well known to every one, being the sins which
word-16145 preach God' s Word, yet every Christian is also obligated to
word-16303 are quiet and patient. These see the Name and the honor
word-16803 life of men, how in every place men act so very
word-17044 one would test himself to see whether he regards God and
word-17077 false, seductive, erroneous, heretical doctrines, every misuse of spiritual power. Now
word-17346 that we be tried, to see what we are willing to
word-18029 listened to without edification, the prayer is spoken without faith. It
word-18779 in II. Kings vii: we see our riches but do not
word-19225 have uttered the words, the prayer is already recorded in heaven;
word-19245 have uttered the words, the prayer is already recorded in heaven;
word-19267 Prayer is, therefore, a special exercise
word-19279 faith, and faith makes the prayer so acceptable that either it
word-19417 be opened unto you; for every one that asketh receiveth; and
word-19629 not in the prayer, the prayer is dead, and nothing more
word-19729 aright never doubts that his prayer is surely acceptable and heard,
word-19831 aright never doubts that his prayer is surely acceptable and heard,
word-19963 VI. Thus we see that this Commandment, like the
word-20039 I cannot believe that my prayer is heard and accepted?" I
word-20051 I cannot believe that my prayer is heard and accepted?" I
word-20211 ought and wish, in your prayer or in other works. Nay,
word-20259 For how many do you see who habitually pray, sing, read,
word-20398 work were commanded, would not prayer alone suffice to exercise the
word-20545 hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer of the lips is evil,
word-20558 hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer of the lips is evil,
word-20570 hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer of the lips is evil,
word-20582 hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer of the lips is evil,
word-20603 hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer of the lips is evil,
word-20644 hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer of the lips is evil,
word-20668 good works? Let them undertake prayer alone, and rightly exercise themselves
word-20829 it is possible that his prayer is acceptable, and other such
word-20850 it is possible that his prayer is acceptable, and other such
word-20887 doubt that he and his prayer are, indeed, unworthy before such
word-21087 bring before Almighty God in prayer and lamentation, to exercise faith
word-21096 exercise faith thereby? Answer: First, every man' s own besetting need
word-21268 better mirror in which to see your need than simply the
word-21342 in prayer, in which things every one has faults, then you
word-21417 Table of the Commandments, and see how disobedient you have been
word-21898 this has been said of prayer for personal needs, and of
word-21904 this has been said of prayer for personal needs, and of
word-21909 this has been said of prayer for personal needs, and of
word-21970 " exhort thee, that thou see to it, that prayers and
word-22077 This common prayer is precious and the most
word-22213 This common prayer is precious and the most
word-22253 This common prayer is precious and the most
word-22308 A suggestion of this common prayer has been retained from ancient
word-22329 A suggestion of this common prayer has been retained from ancient
word-22417 own sin and pray for every one with earnestness and faith.
word-22513 or work than such common prayer against everything that may oppose
word-22602 or work than such common prayer against everything that may oppose
word-22622 or work than such common prayer against everything that may oppose
word-22691 or work than such common prayer against everything that may oppose
word-22736 XIII. The power of this prayer we see in the fact
word-22738 power of this prayer we see in the fact that in
word-22816 may be saved. For the prayer of a righteous man availeth
word-22824 may be saved. For the prayer of a righteous man availeth
word-22985 may be saved. For the prayer of a righteous man availeth
word-23110 make of the House of Prayer a house of mockery, and
word-23118 of mockery, and call that prayer in which we bring nothing
word-23248 masters in this form of prayer when we suffer bodily need;
word-23291 have a good confidence and every good kind of prayer. But
word-23394 hope, love, obedience, chastity and every virtue languish, and all manner
word-23425 women rule. Then you will see that there were need every
word-23430 hope, love, obedience, chastity and every virtue languish, and all manner
word-24169 it. Do the same for every other need of Christendom, especially
word-24421 for one another. From which every man may know that the
word-24732 may gather in the church, see mass, hear God' s Word
word-24854 priests and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours
word-24890 priests and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours
word-24893 priests and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours
word-24929 priests and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours
word-25320 the first place, when we see our flesh, senses, will and
word-25483 in his own power." We see proof of this, when the
word-26490 to eat and to drink every day whatever they wish. In
word-26505 to eat and to drink every day whatever they wish. In
word-26860 dead, that we thus in every way keep a spiritual holiday,
word-27993 and calls upon it in every need, as the Second Commandment
word-28850 lords and spiritual fathers. For every one must be ruled and
word-28864 other men. Wherefore we here see again how many good works
word-29020 Commandments; hence also they cannot see what the children lack, and
word-29315 Now see whether every one does not
word-29317 Now see whether every one does not have good
word-30760 Such zeal one does not see now; they act toward their
word-31084 refrain from saying more; we see more of it than is
word-31534 houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices, and every thing that has ever been
word-31765 have become insane, and first see by what right that which
word-32743 believe and do as they see the spiritual power believing and
word-32920 its duty, as we now see it do every day.
word-32923 we now see it do every day.
word-33081 will take away from them every man of valor, and will
word-34185 superabundant good works to do every hour and could constantly serve
word-34696 But see now, what good works a
word-35184 times, and we do not see them, but in our blindness
word-35304 good works, whether it be prayer or fasting, or by whatever
word-36317 the heart is pained at every evil which happens to one'
word-36357 holy Cross. Even so we see a pious judge passing sentence
word-36678 it is well known to every one, only that it is
word-36715 undone what is commanded. We see that the world is full
word-37067 this, the strongest defence is prayer and the Word of God;
word-37301 one must watch himself and see what things are needful to
word-37809 ready to help and serve every one with one' s goods.
word-37870 ready to help and serve every one with one' s goods.
word-37874 ready to help and serve every one with one' s goods.
word-37906 ready to help and serve every one with one' s goods.
word-38191 take heed to himself, and see to it that he run
word-38324 that, take no thought, and see whether a roasted chicken will
word-38445 that, take no thought, and see whether a roasted chicken will
word-38654 done in faith; for here every one most surely feels that
word-39036 magistrates and cities ought to see to it that the vagabonds,
word-40030 pope or kings; as we see that the martyrs did. For
word-40177 in this Commandment again you see briefly that faith must be
word-40269 without the same faith: thus every one may easily by this
word-40302 in this Commandment again you see briefly that faith must be
word-768 found a surprisingly ready sale, even afar, that was not Luther'
word-776 was not Luther' s fault. Even the Tessaradecas consolatoria, written in
word-1590 frivolity and disorderly conduct. But even apart from the question whether
word-2104 is trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry and
word-2125 is trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry and
word-2166 is trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry and
word-3101 be induced to follow. But even the civil magistrates must also
word-3362 and Tenth Commandments, and that even unto death.
word-3806 faith which invests the works, even the best and greatest of
word-4195 Even to- day this book has
word-4238 grace and good- will, are even to- day widely prevalent within
word-4932 me it is enough, and even more than too much, that
word-4946 to read what I say. Even though there were nothing else
word-5131 those which God has commanded, even as there is no sin
word-6006 God, the work is good, even if it were so small
word-6908 is, labor and travail. And even then they are not good
word-7189 is become their enemy; they even lay the blame of their
word-7308 is become their enemy; they even lay the blame of their
word-7514 in their works, and doubt even on the lowest step of
word-8148 Commandment, and practise real idolatry, even if they were to do
word-9118 is not mentioned, and is even suppressed. For since faith knows
word-10740 daily transgression and weakness. Aye, even if a deadly sin should
word-11360 toward thee that He gives even His Son for thee, then
word-11446 toward thee that He gives even His Son for thee, then
word-13696 and promises of the parents, even though it would not be
word-14681 much trouble, suffering, adversity and even death, and lets us live
word-15613 XXVII. Even if none of these adversities
word-17310 It must be, indeed, that even in the spiritual estate the
word-19040 that He does not wish even the mass to be celebrated,
word-20146 good share of it. For even the holy Apostles in the
word-20193 not despair, nor give up, even if you find that you
word-21482 have reason enough to weep even drops of blood, if you
word-22648 wished to practise this prayer, even if it were under a
word-24303 you have done to others, even the very least.
word-27731 faith is very greatly tried, even as gold in the fire.
word-28706 they ought ( at times even unjustly, which, however, does not
word-29461 cannot well be lived, or even begun, without the striving after
word-31467 we follow and obey, or even tolerate such acts.
word-32458 bodies or their possessions. For even if the government does injustice,
word-32699 busies itself with other things, even if they were better than
word-36354 died on the holy Cross. Even so we see a pious
word-36393 thoroughly good is meekness that even in such works of anger
word-37270 of the opposite sex, nor even look upon them, and whatsoever
word-38167 to do good works, but even miracles, which God may praise
word-38765 that this liberality shall extend even to enemies and opponents. For
word-38791 that this liberality shall extend even to enemies and opponents. For
word-38835 that this liberality shall extend even to enemies and opponents. For
word-39360 sins against this Commandment. And even when they cannot accomplish it,
word-5751 garments be always white," that is, let all our works be
word-5885 is born of God, that is, whoever believes and trusts God,
word-6356 of the faith which alone is, works and lives in each
word-6512 turned hither and thither," that is, whatever occurred, it was all
word-6530 turned hither and thither," that is, whatever occurred, it was all
word-6573 turned hither and thither," that is, whatever occurred, it was all
word-6718 heart, and great disrelish; he is, as it were, taken captive,
word-6903 works in Hebrew Avenama, that is, labor and travail. And even
word-7095 forth at the windows"; that is, He stands hidden among the
word-7696 works they have done, that is, on sand and water, from
word-7947 so also its work, that is, the faith or confidence in
word-8338 Him that smiteth them"; that is, God smote them and sent
word-9784 for a righteous man," that is, for the believer, but believers
word-10956 up upon us ( that is, the knowledge of Thy grace
word-12805 truth, nor in righteousness"; that is, they did it not in
word-12856 work of this Commandment then is, to praise God in all
word-12974 second work of this Commandment is, to be on one' s
word-14383 Obey My voice ( that is, not what seems right and
word-14780 learns what God' s Name is, how powerful it is to
word-16314 of God not as it is, but through a painted glass,
word-16579 walk on in darkness"; that is, the truth they do not
word-19063 do this, remember me"; that is, as St. Paul says, "
word-19144 pray, not as the custom is, counting many pages or beads,
word-19268 Prayer is, therefore, a special exercise of
word-19936 nor to the right, that is, neither with unbelief nor with
word-19985 of the First Commandment, that is, of faith, trust, confidence, hope
word-20123 infirmity of faith ( that is, of the First and highest
word-20721 words in deep devotion, that is, with desire and faith, so
word-20801 such a Majesty as God is, and so confuse us that
word-20851 such a Majesty as God is, and so confuse us that
word-21836 but only to unbelievers, that is, to such as do not
word-22832 does not cease" ( that is, which does not cease asking
word-25045 always to the evil," that is, to pride, disobedience, anger, hatred,
word-26007 and labor is ordained, that is, to kill and to subdue
word-26940 attain to His work, that is, to peace, in us. Thus
word-28931 for a real honor; that is, when a child has its
word-29294 us honor our parents, that is, to love them with fear;
word-34072 But the trouble is, there is no real government
word-35497 works in the understanding, that is, they take a man captive,
word-36042 own anger and wickedness, that is, one who afflicts him in
word-36265 own anger and wickedness, that is, one who afflicts him in
word-37125 Babylon against the rock," that is, if the heart runs to
word-37422 girdle of the reins," that is, a guard of chastity. For
word-37533 girdle of the reins," that is, a guard of chastity. For
word-40091 that fear the Lord"; that is, the tyrants, the mighty, who
word-1595 even apart from the question whether or not the brother of
word-3325 as the Eighth Commandment demands, whether neck or coat be at
word-3332 as the Eighth Commandment demands, whether neck or coat be at
word-4681 Whether the making of many great
word-5413 if you should ask them whether they are sure that what
word-5573 III. If you ask further, whether they count it also a
word-5610 III. If you ask further, whether they count it also a
word-6329 distinctions between works fall away, whether they be great, small, short,
word-6997 weak; let us ask further, whether they believe that they are
word-7033 weak; let us ask further, whether they believe that they are
word-7842 all good, grace and favor, whether in works or sufferings, in
word-9509 brethren, all that ye do, whether ye eat or drink, do
word-10241 pay, argues with St. Peter, whether the children of kings must
word-12222 Paul, I. Corinthians x: " Whether therefore ye eat or drink,
word-15331 closely for yourself and see whether this is not a gross,
word-17045 would test himself to see whether he regards God and His
word-17248 How else could we know whether their lies and sins were
word-17519 allow it to trouble them whether the highest or the lowest
word-17558 allow it to trouble them whether the highest or the lowest
word-17567 allow it to trouble them whether the highest or the lowest
word-18823 masses and do not know whether the mass be a testament,
word-18884 masses and do not know whether the mass be a testament,
word-19685 with their mouths, regardless of whether they receive, or desire, or
word-20606 the inner prayer and faith, whether in the house or in
word-20787 nay, often also raise doubts, whether a man is worthy to
word-20813 nay, often also raise doubts, whether a man is worthy to
word-20823 nay, often also raise doubts, whether a man is worthy to
word-25689 men, who practise their castigation, whether it be fasting, watching or
word-26124 necessary for his health, regardless whether it be against the command
word-27008 that he is not disturbed, whether it go well or ill
word-27016 that he is not disturbed, whether it go well or ill
word-29316 Now see whether every one does not have
word-29327 Now see whether every one does not have
word-32450 it has ordered and commanded, whether with their bodies or their
word-32533 regard, namely, that its power, whether it do right or wrong,
word-32851 Him, that for its sake, whether it do right or wrong,
word-34984 this work or to that, whether it be splendid or obscure;
word-35301 well or does good works, whether it be prayer or fasting,
word-36056 or friends, and thereby tries whether anger is still present, whether
word-36061 or friends, and thereby tries whether anger is still present, whether
word-38325 take no thought, and see whether a roasted chicken will fly
word-38446 take no thought, and see whether a roasted chicken will fly
word-40280 Commandment test and weigh himself whether he be a Christian and
word-40292 Commandment test and weigh himself whether he be a Christian and
word-391 was moved by his duty toward his congregation to declare his
word-1067 he writes: " Though I know of a great many, and
word-1967 object in this treatise to make it perfectly clear what is
word-2240 how they are to stand toward each other, what they are
word-2488 so called and as contribute toward the confusion of consciences, because
word-2690 a pure heart and confidence toward God, he derives the good
word-2748 a pure heart and confidence toward God, he derives the good
word-2878 of the duties of children toward their parents, of parents toward
word-2883 of the duties of children toward their parents, of parents toward
word-2889 of the duties of children toward their parents, of parents toward
word-3226 be graciously and favorably minded toward one' s neighbor and to
word-4365 my humble respect and duty toward your princely Grace, by the
word-4610 And although I know and daily hear many people,
word-4711 if I were minded to make great books according to their
word-5057 works we should practice and make use of faith, and let
word-5118 I. We ought first to know that there are no good
word-5147 I. We ought first to know that there are no good
word-5158 I. We ought first to know that there are no good
word-5492 For as their conscience stands toward God and as it believes,
word-5516 For as their conscience stands toward God and as it believes,
word-5708 joy, eat and drink, and know that God accepteth thy works.
word-5816 John iii: " Hereby we know that we are of the
word-6636 all this, and more. They make no difference in works: they
word-6744 who lives in this confidence toward God, a knows all things,
word-7171 This faith they do not know at all, and give up,
word-7292 estimate. For faith and confidence make precious before God all that
word-7485 and doers of good works know nothing at all. For how
word-8237 works, as they say, to make God favorable to themselves, and
word-8905 His grace; and so they make a fair of them, a
word-9331 times in faith and confidence toward God, to place such faith
word-9543 Likewise, Romans vii: " We know that all things work together
word-9795 of themselves do what they know and can do, only because
word-10071 of themselves do what they know and can do, only because
word-10761 live in faith and trust toward God), yet faith rises again
word-11355 God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He gives even
word-11378 God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He gives even
word-11396 God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He gives even
word-11400 God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He gives even
word-11720 But I know well that this work is
word-11815 diligence through good works to make your calling and election sure."
word-12033 that he truly need not make a long pilgrimage or seek
word-12636 blaspheme God' s Name who make their boast of God' s
word-12791 blaspheme God' s Name who make their boast of God' s
word-13521 and their faith and love toward God. They who have not,
word-15165 to gain confidence and faith toward Him, and so to fulfil
word-15201 others; they teach men to make the sign of the cross;
word-16253 violence or need, and dare make no distinction of persons, as
word-16362 the truth. For they well know that there is no danger
word-16567 the text continues: " They know not, neither will they understand;
word-17247 work. How else could we know whether their lies and sins
word-17737 with their blood, must again make martyrs. Of this more another
word-17833 prescribed our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts, in the
word-17853 prescribed our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts, in the
word-18400 testament sure, so that he make not Christ a liar. For
word-18446 said: " I do not know or do not believe that
word-18657 often fares like those who make several persons rich by their
word-18750 preach it, themselves do not know it. This is why the
word-18822 preach it, themselves do not know it. This is why the
word-18922 and this He did not make to be a mere work
word-19168 and exercise faith and confidence toward God in the matter, in
word-19483 a scorpion? But if you know how to give good gifts
word-19798 for frequently we do not know what we pray, as St.
word-20062 are commanded, that you shall know what you can and what
word-20280 get so far as to know where they stand in respect
word-20490 other men, ask for help, make petition, and in all this
word-20659 are they who desire to know and to do good works?
word-20812 a man himself does not know whether it is really true
word-21153 unto the Lord did I make my supplication. I poured out
word-21218 And if you do not know or recognise your need, or
word-21230 And if you do not know or recognise your need, or
word-21303 small hope and little love toward God; and that you do
word-21426 have been and still are toward father and mother and all
word-21492 X. But I know well that many are so
word-22211 together shows that we should make common prayer and petition for
word-22277 together shows that we should make common prayer and petition for
word-22279 together shows that we should make common prayer and petition for
word-23105 on fire, because we thus make of the House of Prayer
word-23283 and to that; then we make earnest prayer, have a good
word-23311 stand like images of saints; know nothing to speak of or
word-23595 man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand
word-24082 have earned by our ingratitude toward the endless grace which Christ
word-24112 idle ones, who do not know how to do good works?
word-24406 Father, forgive them, fort they know not what they do," so
word-24424 Father, forgive them, fort they know not what they do," so
word-24739 hear God' s Word and make common prayer. This rest is
word-25025 much wicked love and inclination toward all sins, as the Scriptures
word-25252 write so much, although they know neither the source nor the
word-25366 Here a man must make daily use of those prayers
word-25470 says, " O Lord, I know that the way of man
word-26151 law of an order can make fasting, watching and labor of
word-26433 when the others fast. They make a matter of conscience where
word-26450 when the others fast. They make a matter of conscience where
word-26714 alone, and do as we know it is right to do.
word-26990 us die that He may make us live, until a man,
word-27185 For when they come they make him holy, so that he
word-27613 a good heart and confidence toward God. From this flows the
word-28085 in which faith is exercised toward our neighbor; just as in
word-28099 in which faith is exercised toward our neighbor; just as in
word-28269 Commandment. For who does not know that to curse is a
word-28313 exercise ourselves in good works toward men, and first of all
word-28319 exercise ourselves in good works toward men, and first of all
word-28507 is that which we have toward things which we despise or
word-28810 from the love and honor toward the parents.
word-29006 parents are blinded, and neither know nor honor God according to
word-29257 our fathers, that they should make known God' s Commandments to
word-29271 the generation to come might know them and declare them to
word-29688 marry them honorably? I must make some display." Tell me, are
word-29771 to Him; otherwise they would know and have experienced that they
word-30764 not see now; they act toward their subjects like the mothers
word-31146 for all these classes, supervise, make visitations and be faithful as
word-33178 salvation. For pestilence and famine make people good and rich; but
word-33312 he did not wish to make war, however just his cause
word-33600 in our lands. First, to make an end of the horrible
word-34261 obedience of servants and workmen toward their lords and ladies, masters
word-34416 saved; truly they need not make pilgrimages or do this thing
word-34447 and leave undone what they know pleases their masters and mistresses,
word-34500 the love and good- will toward God which grows out of
word-34586 something, and for peace' sake make allowances. For it is not
word-34673 so much the more gentle toward their servants, and overlook some
word-35506 man captive, rule him and make him subject, so that he
word-35526 of himself; but in humility know himself and allow himself to
word-35610 of it. This we practice toward our friends and those who
word-35767 through, that which is shown toward opponents and enemies, does them
word-36067 he can be well- disposed toward his enemy, speak well of
word-37736 For they who think they make an end of temptation by
word-37835 goods which men may practise toward one another: such as greed,
word-37975 to do, if we would make an honorable living before God,
word-38759 this we are also to know that this liberality shall extend
word-39328 to be lost, although they know that it is just. This
word-3191 out their relation to faith, thus holding fast this fundamental thought
word-3253 out their relation to faith, thus holding fast this fundamental thought
word-4036 social needs of his time. Thus he proved by his own
word-5162 to know God' s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix, "
word-10981 See, thus are works forgiven, are without
word-11268 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within
word-12449 he does in God; and thus with his good works he
word-12761 nothing good back of them. Thus also Isaiah xlviii. rebukes the
word-14209 alone may be honored; and thus one sin becomes the other'
word-14339 them says, Jeremiah vii: " Thus saith the God of Israel
word-14719 upon His holy Name, and thus to fulfil this work of
word-16394 Thus it is very easy to
word-17327 misuse spiritual power, so that thus occasion may be given us
word-18764 into other unprofitable stories, and thus Christ is forgotten, while we
word-18876 into other unprofitable stories, and thus Christ is forgotten, while we
word-19961 VI. Thus we see that this Commandment,
word-20227 all your heart that He thus reveals to you your weakness,
word-21050 or unworthy I may be?" Thus we must drive out the
word-21063 or unworthy I may be?" Thus we must drive out the
word-21959 Thus St. Paul commanded his disciple
word-23104 churches on fire, because we thus make of the House of
word-26688 right to do so, and thus gradually lead them to a
word-26858 and be dead, that we thus in every way keep a
word-26945 is, to peace, in us. Thus says Isaiah xxviii, " He
word-27203 from all his sinful works. Thus says David: " Precious in
word-27849 and of the Second Commandment. Thus faith goes out into the
word-28298 to strike any one else? Thus these seven Commandments teach us
word-29069 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes
word-29486 against cold and for nourishment. Thus the child must be taught
word-29646 against cold and for nourishment. Thus the child must be taught
word-29812 V. Thus it is true, as men
word-30106 trees about thy table. Behold, thus shall the man be blessed,
word-31641 greatest villains in the world. Thus what has been founded for
word-31832 opposition or are afraid, and thus allow Christendom to perish, it
word-32044 destroy child, heir and everybody. Thus we are to honor Roman
word-36858 requires labor and effort; and thus the Commandments of God teach
word-37104 it consider Christ' s sufferings. Thus says Psalm cxxxvii: " Happy
word-37325 be chaste, that he may thus choose and observe them for
word-37647 the evil spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter says, " I
word-39315 cause as for their own. Thus they intentionally allow their neighbor'
word-40268 Commandment without the same faith: thus every one may easily by
word-40291 Commandment without the same faith: thus every one may easily by
word-1219 Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book to
word-1233 Electorate. There was probably good reason for dedicating the book to
word-1486 latter to be identical with love for, as they said, love
word-1491 latter to be identical with love for, as they said, love
word-1549 the doctrine of justification by love and its good works, he
word-2224 wife, who only look for love and favor from one another,
word-3757 view that the works of love must bestow upon faith its
word-6043 dead and the man should give himself to be burned. This
word-6146 that men have followed blind reason and heathen ways, have set
word-6595 a man and a woman love and are pleased with each
word-7053 to all our senses and reason He appears to be angry;
word-7175 not know at all, and give up, thinking that God has
word-8025 such faith and confidence bring love and hope with them. Nay,
word-8036 such faith and confidence bring love and hope with them. Nay,
word-8067 such faith and confidence bring love and hope with them. Nay,
word-8075 such faith and confidence bring love and hope with them. Nay,
word-8262 a day- laborer, unwilling to give His grace and favor for
word-8835 false god. This is the reason why I have so often
word-9280 Does not this First Commandment give us more work to do
word-10247 the children of kings must give tribute, or only other people.
word-10306 the children of kings must give tribute, or only other people.
word-10608 who, hardened in their works, give no heed to what is
word-11156 v: " God commendeth His love to us as exceeding sweet
word-11182 said: " Ought not this give us a strong unconquerable confidence,
word-11395 will and love— God' s love toward thee and thine toward
word-11809 " Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence through good works to
word-12547 The reason of all this is that
word-13145 men are taught by blind reason that they were not nor
word-13432 of fear of shame and love of honor, and so do
word-13491 of fear of shame and love of honor, and so do
word-13520 of fear of shame and love of honor, and so do
word-13774 of him, and that he give offence to no one, as
word-14313 to contend, and for this reason they were all slain, only
word-14699 may thereby urge man and give him much reason to run
word-14702 man and give him much reason to run to Him, to
word-15049 s commandment for no other reason than because they are too
word-16169 Name of God risk and give up all that we have
word-16185 by our deeds that we love God and His Name, His
word-16228 Name of God risk and give up all that we have
word-17105 Name of God. For this reason it seems a great thing
word-17417 whom the world must now give ear! How few preachers would
word-18498 to anger thereby. For this reason also no one shall or
word-18556 to anger thereby. For this reason also no one shall or
word-18694 wherefore, and consequently we neither give thanks nor love nor praise,
word-18697 we neither give thanks nor love nor praise, remain parched and
word-19076 of His death." For this reason it is dreadful and horrible
word-19121 obligation. How heavily must they give account for so many souls
word-19452 shall ask bread, will he give him a stone? or if
word-19464 shall ask bread, will he give him a stone? or if
word-19476 shall ask bread, will he give him a stone? or if
word-19486 shall ask bread, will he give him a stone? or if
word-19509 shall ask bread, will he give him a stone? or if
word-19594 things daily grow worse? The reason is none other than that
word-19774 but if He wills to give it to us better or
word-19992 faith, trust, confidence, hope and love to God, so that in
word-20049 I answer: For this very reason faith, prayer and all other
word-20191 you shall not despair, nor give up, even if you find
word-21302 faith, small hope and little love toward God; and that you
word-21315 faith, small hope and little love toward God; and that you
word-21478 need and misery, and have reason enough to weep even drops
word-22020 God our Saviour." For this reason Jeremiah, chapter xxix, commanded the
word-22096 we come together. For this reason also the Church is called
word-23069 or desiring it. Your only reason for praying is that you
word-23902 war. But when faith perishes, love grows cold, God' s Word
word-24693 bodily and spiritual. For this reason this Commandment is also to
word-24874 reading and hearing. For this reason also they are freed from
word-25022 by sin, has much wicked love and inclination toward all sins,
word-25554 Books of Moses. For this reason we pray: " Thy kingdom
word-25578 Books of Moses. For this reason we pray: " Thy kingdom
word-25607 Books of Moses. For this reason we pray: " Thy kingdom
word-25648 its gross, evil lust, to give it rest and relief. This
word-26506 the flesh ceases, there every reason for fasting, watching, laboring, eating
word-26679 we must tell them the reason why it is right to
word-27488 spiritually rest before God, and give Him room for His works.
word-27632 to confess His grace, to give all honor to Him alone.
word-27881 unto its rising. For this reason the Scriptures associate the day
word-28209 us as superiors. For this reason also disobedience is a greater
word-28416 not say: " Thou shalt love them," although this also must
word-28430 not say: " Thou shalt love them," although this also must
word-28491 not say: " Thou shalt love them," although this also must
word-28501 not say: " Thou shalt love them," although this also must
word-28589 not say: " Thou shalt love them," although this also must
word-28610 parents are truly pious and love their children not according to
word-28683 parents are truly pious and love their children not according to
word-28797 parents are truly pious and love their children not according to
word-28807 parents are truly pious and love their children not according to
word-28944 and the parents through natural love allow it. Here there is
word-29036 and train them. For this reason they train them for worldly
word-29182 honor, but let God' s love and honor and the desire
word-29285 children." This also is the reason why God bids us honor
word-29296 our parents, that is, to love them with fear; for that
word-29303 our parents, that is, to love them with fear; for that
word-29898 to wait on them, to give them good words and works
word-29975 to fear death nor to love this life.
word-30670 looses, and honor, fear and love the spiritual authority as we
word-30677 looses, and honor, fear and love the spiritual authority as we
word-30741 order that they might have reason to do this work and
word-30934 and so the older people give a good example and Christendom
word-31349 as parents do when they give some command contrary to God.
word-32253 now are afraid, would have reason to follow. For here nothing
word-32630 XIII. This also is the reason why there is not such
word-32777 XIII. This also is the reason why there is not such
word-33059 For this reason God has considered evil, unfit
word-33087 man of valor, and will give children to be their princes
word-33658 two great evils would truly give the temporal power enough to
word-33880 be lazy, if they would give a good account of their
word-34090 work, therefore the mechanics must give their workmen holiday: then they
word-34122 work, therefore the mechanics must give their workmen holiday: then they
word-34300 nor opposing them"; for this reason also: because they thereby bring
word-34496 for nothing, out of the love and good- will toward God
word-34780 husband as to her superior, give way to him, keep silent
word-34787 husband as to her superior, give way to him, keep silent
word-34809 other hand, the husband should love his wife, overlook a little,
word-35473 like. Here we ought rather give up goods, honor, body, and
word-35620 who do us good and give us pleasure with goods, honor
word-36916 the hardest, for the one reason alone, that it continues daily
word-37342 let him for a time give himself up to be controlled
word-37408 other; so that for this reason also Isaiah xi. says that
word-37939 take and give, lend and give for nothing, promise and keep
word-38222 his favor, and let him love none of these things nor
word-38532 enough, however much he may give away. For his God, Whom
word-39713 what pleases them. For this reason the devil also does not
word-40659 the body; which for this reason is profitable and a thing
word-1517 its content, well pleasing to God. In Luther' s time every
word-2515 doing works well- pleasing to God.
word-3042 whose commands are contrary to God. In this case members of
word-3819 their content and worth before God.
word-4247 prevalent within the kingdom of God. To all this Luther' s
word-4299 prevalent within the kingdom of God. To all this Luther' s
word-5778 and believe that they please God. Then shall the head of
word-6802 content that his service pleases God. On the other hand, he
word-6832 content that his service pleases God. On the other hand, he
word-7207 no confidence at all in God. For this reason, too, their
word-8500 he is counted righteous before God. If righteousness consists of faith,
word-8531 he is counted righteous before God. If righteousness consists of faith,
word-8831 up self as a false god. This is the reason why
word-9498 ought) that all things please God. So says St. Paul: "
word-10403 faith do works to please God.
word-11014 trusts on the mercy of God. Therefore we must fear because
word-11401 toward thee and thine toward God. We never read that the
word-11432 toward thee and thine toward God. We never read that the
word-11758 and confidence that it pleases God. Indeed there is no work
word-11894 works none reaches quite to God. So also in the Second
word-12536 in himself more than in God. Therefore he is justly rejected
word-13522 their faith and love toward God. They who have not, or
word-17102 fight against the Name of God. For this reason it seems
word-19914 close with their tempting of God. So He has forbidden both,
word-25889 mockery of fasting and of God.
word-27159 works to the worship of God. Therefore a man shall also
word-27614 good heart and confidence toward God. From this flows the second
word-31354 give some command contrary to God. Here we must be wise;
word-32786 the people in faith to God. All this is not found
word-33888 account of their office to God.
word-34191 hour and could constantly serve God. But these works, like the
word-34397 is a plague sent of God. And truly, this is the
word-34694 right and learn to fear God.
word-36474 and thereby made atonement before God. Likewise it is not fitting
word-36623 have sinned much more against God. Behold, a short Commandment this,
word-37608 and exercise of faith in God. For that chastity is not
word-38707 because he does not trust God. Now, as in this Commandment
word-39805 cannot endure what comes from God. This is proved in Christ,
word-39851 cannot endure what comes from God. This is proved in Christ,
word-40050 it has a gracious, loving God. Therefore it despises all the
word-2231 favor from one another, nor need any instruction therein " how
word-2923 one' s calling, with the help of God and for God'
word-4417 Elector and Vicar of the Holy Roman Empire, your Grace' s
word-4502 which I have felt more need of publishing than an other
word-6418 in this faith has no need of a teacher of good
word-8304 and look for counsel and help everywhere except from God, from
word-8404 also the way of all holy hypocrites when they are in
word-8694 an idol, but before the holy cross of God or the
word-9686 ceremonies of churches, monastic houses, holy places, which urge and tempt
word-9727 man had faith, we would need no more laws, but every
word-9763 the first, just mentioned, who need no law, of whom St.
word-10676 otherwise transgress, as I cannot help doing? Answer: This question shows
word-11407 We never read that the Holy Spirit was given to any
word-11794 faith, although all works also help to do this, as St.
word-12031 will; so that he truly need not make a long pilgrimage
word-12039 a long pilgrimage or seek holy places. For, tell me, what
word-13111 and the histories of the Holy Scriptures, to read or hear
word-13192 praise and honor. All the holy Fathers have complained of this
word-13316 forget it entirely. So the holy Name of God, which alone
word-13480 do them surely do not need to be driven by the
word-14651 regards as keeping His Name holy and greatly honoring it, if
word-14716 regards as keeping His Name holy and greatly honoring it, if
word-14786 how powerful it is to help all who call upon it;
word-14859 how powerful it is to help all who call upon it;
word-14954 he has ten times more need to call upon God' s
word-15259 only that men may not need God' s Name and put
word-15321 of and calling upon His holy Name.
word-15392 although He not only promises help and sure assistance, but also
word-15547 although He not only promises help and sure assistance, but also
word-15569 although He not only promises help and sure assistance, but also
word-15770 only by calling upon the holy Name of God in a
word-15913 deceive and conjure with the holy Name of God, and otherwise
word-15997 Commandment is to protect the holy Name of God against all
word-16163 Commandment is to protect the holy Name of God against all
word-16482 find much profit, but cannot help seeing the disfavor of the
word-16657 by force prevent it and help the truth, we should at
word-16691 What would it help a man if he did
word-16708 to Rome and to all holy places, acquired all indulgences, built
word-16783 that he would have no need to travel far or to
word-16881 can and knows how to help each one?" Yes, He can
word-16940 can and knows how to help each one?" Yes, He can
word-16949 can and knows how to help each one?" Yes, He can
word-17091 higher, for these use the holy Name of God itself to
word-17620 cover all this with their holy names, so that no more
word-17638 cover all this with their holy names, so that no more
word-17661 misuse and blasphemy of the holy Name of God; through which,
word-17727 misuse and blasphemy of the holy Name of God; through which,
word-17934 and hearing a sermon on holy days. So understood there are
word-18368 Here there is need that a man practise the
word-19659 benefit without any blessing and help for the soul; nay, to
word-19753 we are to lay our need before God in prayer, but
word-20148 of it. For even the holy Apostles in the Gospel, and
word-20244 admonishes you how much you need to exercise yourself and daily
word-20481 heart, lay before Him his need and that of other men,
word-20686 it is true, as the holy Fathers have said, that there
word-21101 every man' s own besetting need and trouble, of which David
word-21211 Father, who is ready to help him. And if you do
word-21270 in which to see your need than simply the Ten Commandments,
word-21403 are heard and shall obtain help and mercy.
word-21473 you are full of all need and misery, and have reason
word-21634 you are in the greatest need and fear. Why, then, are
word-21649 you are in the greatest need and fear. Why, then, are
word-21716 with our bodily sickness and need we run to God; with
word-21750 be one God who could help the body, and another God
word-21758 be one God who could help the body, and another God
word-21766 be one God who could help the body, and another God
word-21821 confidence than if a bodily need had overtaken you. God is
word-21849 lament their sin, nor seek help against it from God, but
word-21869 confidence than if a bodily need had overtaken you. God is
word-21923 called a work of the Holy Day, is far better and
word-21941 all Christendom, for all the need of all men, of foe
word-22120 one accord to consider our need and the needs of all
word-22156 one accord to consider our need and the needs of all
word-22268 or a work of the Holy Day and of the assembled
word-22368 the entire mass for such need as the preacher makes us
word-22459 God, what immeasurable virtue and help would result from such a
word-23180 very plainly, and present their need earnestly, and then leave it
word-23429 will see that there were need every hour without ceasing to
word-23746 Christians? These truly are in need that we pray twice for
word-24171 the same for every other need of Christendom, especially of the
word-24237 it not, what would it help you though you performed all
word-24264 the same for every other need of Christendom, especially of the
word-24556 seventh day should be kept holy and that we cease from
word-24599 seventh day should be kept holy and that we cease from
word-24789 so that all days are holy days, as Isaiah says, chapter
word-24797 so that all days are holy days, as Isaiah says, chapter
word-27134 of misfortune. For they are holy and sanctify a man from
word-27168 of misfortune. For they are holy and sanctify a man from
word-27308 them that suffer, and will help them."
word-28388 Commandments; in addition, when they need it, that we provide them
word-30291 spoken of above. Of what help is it, that they kill
word-30646 obey the spiritual mother, the holy Christian Church, the spiritual power,
word-31242 or little. Meanwhile may he help who can, that endowments, monastic
word-31441 three Commandments, or does not help them; and if they attempt
word-31850 to call upon God for help to prevent this thing, then
word-32207 doors are locked against the Holy Spirit, Who should rule the
word-32820 works its works, because I need not believe what it believes.
word-33440 the multitude can, considering their need and advantage more than his
word-33941 since there is no other help or remedy.
word-34138 large extent be mended. God help us! I fear that here
word-34414 may be saved; truly they need not make pilgrimages or do
word-34728 continuously, that we have no need of asking after good works,
word-34901 whereby they may benefit and help them. That is their way
word-35435 we should not follow nor help him at all; since God
word-35948 if we were the most holy Christians there ever were. And
word-36352 when He died on the holy Cross. Even so we see
word-37026 On the other hand, the holy Apostle Paul calls fasting, watching
word-37317 quantity and how long they help him to be chaste, that
word-37521 in his Epistle: " Ye need not that any man teach
word-37806 is a work ready to help and serve every one with
word-38178 and be pleased with, what need has he to look elsewhere?
word-38308 and be pleased with, what need has he to look elsewhere?
word-38956 you and you do not help him when you can, it
word-38982 you and you do not help him when you can, it
word-39644 hand of the wicked, and help the forsaken to maintain his
word-40603 one has ever been so holy that he felt in himself
word-40672 desired. To this may God help us. Amen.
word-533 Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still he never was diverted by this necessary
word-1657 and professor at Wittenberg, for never before had Luther expressed himself
word-2781 on the Third and Fourth Commandments claims nearly one- half of
word-3180 of the works of these Commandments he never forgets to point
word-3182 works of these Commandments he never forgets to point out their
word-3545 faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in the course of one'
word-3578 faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in the course of one'
word-3705 faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in the course of one'
word-3717 the Reformation, still it had never before been so clearly recognized
word-4866 Then, too, I have never forced or begged any one
word-5217 among good works from the Commandments of God, and not from
word-5786 the head of my soul never lack the ointment of a
word-7989 just as if the other Commandments were without the First, and
word-8281 earth, who will hardly or never be converted to the right
word-8513 clear that faith fulfils all commandments and makes all works righteous,
word-9383 for, as we see, life never rests), let him who will
word-9450 for, as we see, life never rests), let him who will
word-10515 ignorant, blind teachers, who have never taught them the faith, and
word-10749 should occur ( which, however, never or rarely happens to those
word-11403 and thine toward God. We never read that the Holy Spirit
word-11701 the works of the other Commandments which follow; and yet it
word-12015 Commandment at all times and never be without the good works
word-12595 as the very men who never do it and with their
word-12877 thanksgiving ought also of right never to cease or end. For
word-12993 temporal honor and praise, and never to seek a name for
word-13105 had experience of God' s Commandments and the histories of the
word-13594 by God' s fear and commandments than by any other means.
word-13676 by God' s fear and commandments than by any other means.
word-13713 their lives, so that they never learn to do good in
word-14491 written, Exodus xiii: " These commandments shall be for a sign
word-14548 written, Exodus xiii: " These commandments shall be for a sign
word-14575 But the evil spirit, who never rests, when he cannot lead
word-14617 written, Exodus xiii: " These commandments shall be for a sign
word-15863 accustomed to it, and have never seriously fought with sins, and
word-17014 to do it alone, His Commandments would be given us in
word-17871 Moses, on which these three Commandments are written, and they govern
word-18667 their testament, and these persons never think of them, nor praise
word-19725 that one who prays aright never doubts that his prayer is
word-20000 so that in all the Commandments the First may be the
word-20274 be great saints, and yet never get so far as to
word-20518 ought always to pray, and never cease," although in Matthew vi.
word-23358 easily learn from the Ten Commandments and the Lord' s Prayer.
word-23457 is true that it has never been more necessary to pray
word-24368 and salvation; but God' s commandments drive us to our neighbor,
word-26467 continually prate of fasting, and never point out its true use,
word-26624 of fasting, although they have never tried it.
word-27545 sake of which all other commandments and works are ordained, exercise
word-27565 pretty, golden ring these three Commandments and their works naturally form,
word-28075 keep and have the Seven Commandments of the Second Table, in
word-28187 works of the first three Commandments there are no better works
word-28251 works of the first three Commandments there are no better works
word-28301 works of the first three Commandments there are no better works
word-29227 three and the last six Commandments depends altogether upon this Commandment;
word-29261 three and the last six Commandments depends altogether upon this Commandment;
word-29559 is upon my head, has never yet delighted me, and I
word-29572 is upon my head, has never yet delighted me, and I
word-29747 a sign that they have never yet thanked God for their
word-29755 a sign that they have never yet thanked God for their
word-29762 a sign that they have never yet thanked God for their
word-30380 Blessed are the wombs that never bare, and the paps which
word-30386 Blessed are the wombs that never bare, and the paps which
word-31407 hold of the first three Commandments and the First Table, and
word-35121 good works and God' s Commandments had been thrown into corners
word-35142 divine wisdom crieth out her commandments publicly in the streets, in
word-35354 to do contrary to the Commandments of God, or hinder him
word-35483 to do contrary to the Commandments of God, or hinder him
word-35489 The four preceding Commandments have their works in the
word-35540 The four preceding Commandments have their works in the
word-36860 and effort; and thus the Commandments of God teach us how
word-38128 beyond all limits and is never satisfied; so that he who
word-38248 xxxi says: " I have never yet: relied upon gold, and
word-38254 xxxi says: " I have never yet: relied upon gold, and
word-38562 young, and now am old; never have I seen a believing
word-40477 his powers to keep the Commandments of God, and can never
word-40482 Commandments of God, and can never do all the good works
word-40564 unto death; therefore these two Commandments are drawn together by St.
word-675 Form to understand and to pray the Lord' s Prayer; Explanation
word-1302 other hand, had been accused— like the Apostle Paul before him
word-1418 other hand, had been accused— like the Apostle Paul before him
word-3014 fostering of godliness and discipline, like a mother who runs away
word-3035 fostering of godliness and discipline, like a mother who runs away
word-4463 think that the princely spirit, like the princely blood, may be
word-5007 Therefore, in dutiful humility I pray that your princely Grace may
word-5086 Therefore, in dutiful humility I pray that your princely Grace may
word-5375 the inflow of their goodness, like a loan. This we must
word-6320 become equal, and one is like the other; all distinctions between
word-7108 would separate us from Him like a wall, yea, like a
word-7112 would separate us from Him like a wall, yea, like a
word-8678 dressed up and bow, kneel, pray the rosary and the Psalter,
word-9960 by spiritual and temporal laws, like wild horses and dogs, and
word-10031 by spiritual and temporal laws, like wild horses and dogs, and
word-10924 grace, favor, kindness and mercy, like David, Psalm xxvi: " Thy
word-11057 in His mercy." So we pray with perfect confidence: " Our
word-11537 take it in vain. This, like all the other works, cannot
word-12738 or of works which look like these true works, but at
word-12953 are pleased with themselves and like to praise themselves or to
word-14431 These and numberless like passages of Scripture are spoken
word-17706 is high time that we pray God earnestly that He hallow
word-18214 is given for you"; in like manner over the cup, "
word-18654 gulden. Although Christ often fares like those who make several persons
word-18771 is forgotten, while we fare like the man in II. Kings
word-18928 to be a mere work like other ceremonies, but placed into
word-19537 not to move him to pray with all confidence! joyfully and
word-19555 not to move him to pray with all confidence! joyfully and
word-19967 we see that this Commandment, like the Second, is to be
word-20442 does not have time to pray without ceasing. But I mean
word-20695 that there is no work like prayer. Mumbling with the mouth
word-20947 I cease from nothing. I pray and work only because God
word-21704 more diligently you ought to pray or cry.
word-21812 but run to Him, and pray with much more confidence than
word-22030 the people of Israel to pray for the city and land
word-22050 peace. And Baruch i: " Pray for the life of the
word-22163 all men, and that we pray with true sympathy for them,
word-22361 should be an exhortation to pray throughout the entire mass for
word-22381 should be an exhortation to pray throughout the entire mass for
word-22415 should be an exhortation to pray throughout the entire mass for
word-22719 this unconquerable prayer, that we pray it and bring it before
word-22805 also says: " Dear brethren, pray for one another, that ye
word-23078 that you are commanded to pray this and so much, and
word-23307 churches during mass, we stand like images of saints; know nothing
word-23435 every hour without ceasing to pray everywhere with tears of blood
word-23462 every hour without ceasing to pray everywhere with tears of blood
word-23699 of Christendom, and do not pray against it, but laugh at
word-23749 of Christendom, and do not pray against it, but laugh at
word-23755 of Christendom, and do not pray against it, but laugh at
word-23842 the misfortune of Christendom, to pray for which we gather together
word-24162 tell it to God, and pray over it. Do the same
word-24415 do," so we also must pray for one another. From which
word-24856 clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours and train
word-25392 my own ways," and many like prayers, which are all summed
word-26817 these shall rest: so in like manner it should rule in
word-27923 order of good works we pray in the Lord' s Prayer.
word-28008 order of good works we pray in the Lord' s Prayer.
word-28066 order of good works we pray in the Lord' s Prayer.
word-28136 order of good works we pray in the Lord' s Prayer.
word-28694 have God' s grace. In like manner, when they punish and
word-29106 own parents, and they do like the king Manasseh, who sacrificed
word-30003 that needs all these things like a hungry, thirsty, naked, poor,
word-30767 they act toward their subjects like the mothers who forsake their
word-30874 show, excessive adornment, and such like open sin and shame might
word-31044 But now the case is like that of the natural parents
word-31222 It is time that we pray God for mercy. Of spiritual
word-31755 And here we must do like pious children whose parents have
word-32978 becomes a government of the like of which a heathen says:
word-33344 and said: " War is like fishing with a golden net;
word-33466 and said: " War is like fishing with a golden net;
word-34195 serve God. But these works, like the others, should also be
word-35842 them that despitefully use you. Pray for them that persecute you
word-36148 well, care for him and pray for him; and then, when
word-37683 its lusts." In these and like passages it is shown that
word-140 at Wittenberg on the true way to life, and it would
word-163 at Wittenberg on the true way to life, and it would
word-177 at Wittenberg on the true way to life, and it would
word-2328 other hand, he prepares the way for the following argument, wherein
word-2565 must prove itself in every way a living faith, according to
word-3213 that God is gracious, he says, will find it an easy
word-3878 New Testament Scriptures concerning the way of salvation. This, too, accounts
word-5136 even as there is no sin except that which God has
word-5164 God' s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix, " If thou
word-5283 faith in Christ, as He says, John vi. When the Jews
word-5405 lead a good life before men, and yet if you should
word-5439 lead a good life before men, and yet if you should
word-5701 Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat and drink,
word-5796 So Christ says, John viii: " I do
word-5810 So Christ says, John viii: " I do
word-6822 hunts and worries in what way he may do enough and
word-6965 hunts and worries in what way he may do enough and
word-7159 Lamentations, " He casts off men, but He does it not
word-7523 In this way I have, as I said,
word-7713 a cruel fall, as Christ says, Matthew vii. This good- will
word-8367 run away from Him to men, now to Egypt, now to
word-8401 Kings. This is also the way of all holy hypocrites when
word-9026 and mummery. Of such Christ says, Matthew xxiv: " Beware, if
word-9297 a man were a thousand men, or all men, or all
word-9300 a man were a thousand men, or all men, or all
word-9770 law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, " The
word-9837 law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, " The
word-9846 Ye shall live as free men, but not using your liberty
word-9946 Ye shall live as free men, but not using your liberty
word-9984 law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, " The
word-10170 but teach them the true way of faith. So St. Paul
word-10444 third and fourth classes of men, but of the first, into
word-10744 Aye, even if a deadly sin should occur ( which, however,
word-10773 Aye, even if a deadly sin should occur ( which, however,
word-10795 Aye, even if a deadly sin should occur ( which, however,
word-11467 oil and honey, as Moses says, Deuteronomy xxxii.
word-11576 preach, sing and in every way exalt and magnify God' s
word-11801 do this, as St. Peter says, II. Peter i: " Wherefore
word-12939 And in this matter none sin so much as the most
word-13343 and honor- seeking. And this sin is more grievous before God
word-13547 their reward, as the Lord says, Matthew vi; and as the
word-13782 no one, as St. Paul says, Romans xii: " We are
word-13936 their neighbors, and in no way to their own benefit or
word-14008 no one, as St. Paul says, Romans xii: " We are
word-14016 Your light shall shine before men, so that they may see
word-14117 as from the most grievous sin and robbery of divine honor.
word-14160 in the eyes of all men, who otherwise could not have
word-14194 God must ward off this sin by means of other grievous
word-14211 God must ward off this sin by means of other grievous
word-14336 commandments, as one of them says, Jeremiah vii: " Thus saith
word-14401 you), and walk in the way that I have commanded you."
word-14461 and right, and to turn men, with a single mind, to
word-14761 praise." And this is the way whereby thou canst come unto
word-15067 too much peace, as he says, Deuteronomy xxxii " My people
word-15606 Good gives, wherein trust, not men, but only God' s children.
word-15633 to trust Him, yet were sin alone more than sufficient to
word-15649 to trust Him, yet were sin alone more than sufficient to
word-15759 and yet there is no way we can overcome them, except
word-15780 a firm faith, as Solomon says, Proverbs xviii: " The Name
word-16061 myself the enmity of all men, as Christ said to His
word-16643 opponents; and the greater the men, the worse the deeds; and
word-16725 he were found guilty of sin against the Name and honor
word-16800 we consider the life of men, how in every place men
word-17195 all their wickedness, in whatever way they please and can invent,
word-17464 no greater or more frequent sin is done in external works
word-18977 must, therefore, be a grievous sin not to hear the Gospel,
word-19003 must, therefore, be a grievous sin not to hear the Gospel,
word-19782 us better or in another way than we think, we are
word-19805 we pray, as St. Paul says, Romans viii; and God works
word-19820 we pray, as St. Paul says, Romans viii; and God works
word-19878 that they will be heard, sin upon the left hand against
word-19901 that they will be heard, sin upon the left hand against
word-20486 need and that of other men, ask for help, make petition,
word-20968 be gracious to all unworthy men, and not only promised it,
word-21071 cease, and in no other way whatever.
word-21107 and trouble, of which David says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou art
word-21327 much of the favor of men, do not gladly hear mass
word-21436 all in authority; how you sin against your neighbor with anger,
word-21944 all the need of all men, of foe and friend, especially
word-21981 intercessions be made for all men, for kings, and for all
word-22126 and the needs of all men, present them before God, and
word-22159 and the needs of all men, present them before God, and
word-22413 congregation may confess their own sin and pray for every one
word-23859 that we blaspheme and condemn men, this is the fruit of
word-23914 neglected, and all manner of sin flourishes, then no one thinks
word-24145 look on your neighbor' s sin and ruin, and have pity
word-24319 also those who are in sin and spiritual poverty, captivity and
word-24758 by God, as the Apostle says, Colossians ii, " Let no
word-24793 by God, as the Apostle says, Colossians ii, " Let no
word-25143 henceforth ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it may be
word-25215 henceforth ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it may be
word-25473 Lord, I know that the way of man is not in
word-25684 There are, alas! many blind men, who practise their castigation, whether
word-25830 some fast in such a way that they none the less
word-26644 informed, regard it a great sin if we do not fast
word-26861 that we thus in every way keep a spiritual holiday, let
word-27913 in, in both, as Christ says, John ix.
word-28042 His own kingdom, as He says, Luke xvii, " Behold, God'
word-28215 also disobedience is a greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft and
word-28234 we can in no better way learn how to distinguish between
word-28276 also disobedience is a greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft and
word-28314 ourselves in good works toward men, and first of all toward
word-29151 their children more in the way of the world than in
word-29158 their children more in the way of the world than in
word-29372 the children are in no way to obey them; for God,
word-29514 fool with the rest of men, and endure such evil for
word-29722 Whereas St. Peter teaches and says, I. Peter v, " Cast
word-30264 earn eternal punishment in any way more easily than by neglecting
word-30720 The spiritual authority should punish sin with the ban and with
word-30876 adornment, and such like open sin and shame might be most
word-31460 to nothing; and we also sin if we follow and obey,
word-31624 only of unlearned and unfit men, but the greater part into
word-31744 to resist in a proper way as much as we can.
word-31883 business, in a reasonable, gentle way inform them that, if they
word-32238 themselves began and opened a way for reformation, so that the
word-32394 and adultery, as St. Paul says, Romans xiii: " It beareth
word-32424 Here men sin in two ways. First, if
word-32813 to God still goes its way and works its works, because
word-33012 same authority hold the small men, and the great are free;
word-33984 sight, that public houses of sin are maintained among Christians, a
word-34273 mistresses. Of this St. Paul says, Titus ii: " Thou shalt
word-34381 world about servants and working men, that they are disobedient, unfaithful,
word-34605 times among any class of men, as long as we live
word-34619 imperfection. Of this St. Paul says, Colossians iv, " Masters, do
word-34746 far- off, invented works of men, such as making pilgrimages, building
word-34781 as to her superior, give way to him, keep silent and
word-34906 help them. That is their way to heaven, and these are
word-35548 the passions and lust of men, that these also be killed.
word-35831 for them. Of this Christ says, Matthew v: " Do good
word-36235 and neglect this? Therefore God says, Matthew v, " I say
word-36488 should be idle and allow sin to have sway, and that
word-36748 frippery. Yet we go our way as if we were Christians;
word-36897 or doing it. St. Augustine says, that among all the conflicts
word-38145 clean, must truly, as he says, do miracles or wondrous things
word-38589 the Apostle calls no other sin idolatry except covetousness, because this
word-38595 the Apostle calls no other sin idolatry except covetousness, because this
word-39394 unjust cause to prosper. This sin is most frequent when the
word-39486 this is almost universally the way of the world. He who
word-39613 manages that the great among men, whom it is hard to
word-40062 grace, goods and honor of men, lets them come and go
word-40133 grace, goods and honor of men, lets them come and go
word-40362 in Him forever; as He says, John xiv: " I am
word-40621 temptation were offered. For original sin is born in us by
word-40634 temptation were offered. For original sin is born in us by
word-2317 no good works besides those commanded of God), and, on the
word-4218 the indolence regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish opinion,
word-4265 the indolence regarding the works commanded of God, the foolish opinion,
word-4555 that our Lord Christ has commanded us to watch carefully for
word-4704 others to judge. But I believe that if I were minded
word-4815 little skill in it, I believe that if we had hitherto
word-5313 work of God, that ye believe on Him Whom He hath
word-5612 common welfare, and whether they believe that God takes pleasure in
word-5774 when I am certain and believe that they please God. Then
word-6604 with each other, and thoroughly believe in their love, who teaches
word-6999 us ask further, whether they believe that they are well- pleasing
word-7020 us ask further, whether they believe that they are well- pleasing
word-7258 firm confidence in Him, and believe that He is pleased with
word-7448 not in Thine anger." To believe at such times that God,
word-8315 Whom they are most urgently commanded to seek it; whom the
word-8609 say: Men are only to believe and not to do anything
word-8750 with such faith that we believe that they please God, then
word-8788 with such faith that we believe that they please God, then
word-9319 than enough, since he is commanded to live and walk at
word-10058 such other things as are commanded and observed in monastic houses
word-11922 but we are thereby also commanded to honor, call upon, glorify,
word-13994 just as if He had commanded him to distribute some gulden
word-14370 concerning these things I have commanded you nothing, but this thing
word-14376 concerning these things I have commanded you nothing, but this thing
word-14405 concerning these things I have commanded you nothing, but this thing
word-14426 concerning these things I have commanded you nothing, but this thing
word-16138 duty of those who are commanded to preach God' s Word,
word-18417 and do not consider nor believe that here Christ through His
word-18450 and do not consider nor believe that here Christ through His
word-18948 and bestowed upon all who believe on it.
word-19026 since Christ has so strictly commanded that the Gospel and this
word-19382 ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and
word-19871 in truth. For they who believe not that they will be
word-20036 " What if I cannot believe that my prayer is heard
word-20079 " What if I cannot believe that my prayer is heard
word-20201 find that you do not believe as firmly as you ought
word-20988 His everlasting displeasure and wrath, commanded us to pray, to trust
word-21365 goods, honor and life, and believe that they are worse than
word-21395 goods, honor and life, and believe that they are worse than
word-21518 that they are pure, and believe that God hears no one
word-21620 in bodily danger. Nay, you believe that God shall hear most
word-21962 Thus St. Paul commanded his disciple Timothy: " exhort
word-22024 Thus St. Paul commanded his disciple Timothy: " exhort
word-23076 praying is that you are commanded to pray this and so
word-24547 made. Genesis ii. Therefore He commanded also that the seventh day
word-24752 and in Christendom no longer commanded by God, as the Apostle
word-24950 and in Christendom no longer commanded by God, as the Apostle
word-25951 any one else whosoever have commanded it. For no one should
word-26589 it is neither necessary nor commanded to fast or to mortify
word-27229 thereto He has not only commanded us to keep such a
word-28818 But what is said and commanded of parents must also be
word-29236 this Commandment; since parents are commanded to teach them to their
word-29251 this Commandment; since parents are commanded to teach them to their
word-29914 they may learn to trust, believe and fear God, and to
word-30137 to come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil, flesh and
word-30198 to come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil, flesh and
word-30218 to come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil, flesh and
word-32738 wrong. For the poor people believe and do as they see
word-32764 wrong. For the poor people believe and do as they see
word-32822 wrong. For the poor people believe and do as they see
word-35211 here is Christ, or there, believe it not. If they shall
word-35234 here is Christ, or there, believe it not. If they shall
word-35442 at all; since God has commanded that we shall not kill
word-36706 to do what is not commanded and to leave undone what
word-36785 if no other work were commanded but chastity alone, we would
word-40287 be a Christian and truly believe in Christ, and thus whether
word-40320 be a Christian and truly believe in Christ, and thus whether
word-40350 be a Christian and truly believe in Christ, and thus whether
word-40385 be a Christian and truly believe in Christ, and thus whether
word-40491 good works which he is commanded to do; why then does
word-1116 to God that during my life I had served but one
word-1477 be a knowledge without any life or effect, the latter to
word-2100 wellpleasing to Him; it is trust in His mercy, even though
word-3930 faith for the whole moral life is revealed in such a
word-5403 or that, lead a good life before men, and yet if
word-5527 or that, lead a good life before men, and yet if
word-5740 all the days of the life of thy vanity." " Let
word-5905 " None of them that trust in Him shall do sin."
word-5922 " None of them that trust in Him shall do sin."
word-6102 may also do; but to trust firmly that he pleases God,
word-7044 This is real strength, to trust in God when to all
word-7247 they who in such suffering trust God and retain a good,
word-7787 shalt place all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me alone,
word-7827 shalt place all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me alone,
word-7848 in works or sufferings, in life or death, in joy or
word-8052 shalt place all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me alone,
word-8079 shalt place all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me alone,
word-8107 not at at all times trust God and do not in
word-8118 all their works or sufferings, life and death, trust in His
word-8121 not at at all times trust God and do not in
word-8358 not at at all times trust God and do not in
word-8483 the righteous man draws his life out of his faith," and
word-9382 ( for, as we see, life never rests), let him who
word-9401 ( for, as we see, life never rests), let him who
word-9803 do, only because they firmly trust that God' s favor and
word-10647 you say: How can I trust surely that all my works
word-10760 you say: How can I trust surely that all my works
word-10865 man knows that all his life and works are nothing but
word-11980 heart by faith, in confident trust in God' s grace, it
word-12530 not God, and puts his trust in himself more than in
word-13947 advantage; so that a man trust not in his own honor,
word-14879 who would not all his life long have enough to do
word-15266 s Name and put no trust in it. Here great dishonor
word-15348 creatures they must believe, and trust to them for the best;
word-15480 creatures they must believe, and trust to them for the best;
word-15555 creatures they must believe, and trust to them for the best;
word-15629 God' s Name and to trust Him, yet were sin alone
word-16199 praise above all things, and trust Him above all things, and
word-16798 And if we consider the life of men, how in every
word-20014 the chief work and the life of all other works, without
word-20377 great thing it is to trust God alone, except he who
word-20405 suffice to exercise the whole life of man in faith? For
word-20900 in no wise dare he trust his worthiness, or because of
word-20993 in no wise dare he trust his worthiness, or because of
word-21546 begin, not with faith and trust in God' s favor, but
word-21999 lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.
word-22053 lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.
word-22062 lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.
word-23371 eyes and look into your life and the life of all
word-23374 eyes and look into your life and the life of all
word-24492 because of their beautiful, splendid life in manifold good works.
word-25093 all his thoughts, all his life are evil and not godly.
word-26283 we should kill its natural life or work, but only that
word-28880 since in it all our life is made subject to other
word-29455 sorry that this miserable earthly life cannot well be lived, or
word-30590 of his faith, that he trust God and look to Him
word-33753 Him and prepare for the life to come by dying daily.
word-34224 the works, but by confident trust in His favor do such
word-35175 places, in all stations of life and at all times, and
word-36181 enough to do all his life long, he may convict me
word-38008 with cares of this temporal life and dishonest seeking of gain.
word-38203 after gold, nor set his trust on money, but let the
word-38603 plainly that it does not trust God for anything, expects more
word-38706 worries because he does not trust God. Now, as in this
word-38933 it, and how all your life you will always have to
word-39119 it must risk and imperil life and limb, goods and honor,
word-39874 truth, and imperil and risk life and limb, goods and honor,
word-40018 the truth, though it cost life or cloak, though it be
word-382 the same time it is well known that Luther was moved
word-442 the same time it is well known that Luther was moved
word-561 the same time it is well known that Luther was moved
word-1084 lightly of my poverty and say that I write only small
word-1514 its complement and its content, well pleasing to God. In Luther'
word-1787 the more important part. Luther well knew of the charges made
word-2703 Second Commandment, namely, " to praise God, to acknowledge His grace,
word-2877 performance of the duties of children toward their parents, of parents
word-2896 superiors in the ecclesiastical as well as in the common civil
word-3022 who runs away from her children and follows a lover, and
word-3054 who runs away from her children and follows a lover, and
word-3426 German writings in volume, as well as all his Latin and
word-4623 slightingly of my poverty, and say that I write only little
word-5168 says, Matthew xix, " If thou wilt enter into life, keep
word-5312 the work of God, that ye believe on Him Whom He
word-5444 men, who mislead them, and say that it is not necessary
word-5733 joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of
word-6206 that a man does are well done. Indeed, they have not
word-6373 numerous and various they are, just as all the members of
word-6436 he does, and all is well done; as Samuel said to
word-6453 will come upon thee, and thou shalt be turned into another
word-6462 will come upon thee, and thou shalt be turned into another
word-7328 death of His saints." And just as the confidence and faith
word-7768 First Commandment, which commands: " Thou shalt have no other gods,"
word-7781 Since I alone am God, thou shalt place all thy confidence,
word-7867 woman, John iv: " I say unto thee, they that worship
word-7984 with this, other works are just as if the other Commandments
word-8002 no God, Therefore St. Augustine well says that the works of
word-8553 the Apostle reject works and praise faith, that some have taken
word-8619 anything good. For nowadays they say that the works of the
word-8973 this last makes true, living children of God, the other only
word-9034 Beware, if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is
word-9047 Beware, if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is
word-9054 thee, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain
word-9261 and where are they who say that when we preach of
word-9507 " Dear brethren, all that ye do, whether ye eat or
word-9510 " Dear brethren, all that ye do, whether ye eat or
word-9559 Therefore, when some say that good works are forbidden
word-9760 kinds of men: the first, just mentioned, who need no law,
word-9841 says, I. Peter ii, " Ye shall live as free men,
word-10033 must be coaxed like young children and tempted with external, definite
word-10120 kinds of men: the first, just mentioned, who need no law,
word-10243 with St. Peter, whether the children of kings must give tribute,
word-10264 with St. Peter, whether the children of kings must give tribute,
word-10275 we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast
word-10296 we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast
word-10794 I write unto you, that ye sin not. And if any
word-10838 Proverbs xxiv: " For a just man falleth seven times, and
word-10967 through faith), and thereby hast Thou put gladness in my heart";
word-11072 us our trespasses"; we are children and yet sinners; are acceptable
word-11270 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself and
word-11305 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself and
word-11345 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself and
word-11639 is higher than the other. Just as in the body the
word-11687 other; so, here also, to praise God' s glory and Name
word-11721 But I know well that this work is lightly
word-11741 examine it further, and will say no more about the necessity
word-11930 call upon, glorify, preach and praise His Name. And indeed it
word-12121 you without ceasing bless, sing, praise and honor God' s Name?
word-12146 li. says: " Lord, open Thou my lips, and my mouth
word-12209 Psalm xxxiv: " God' s praise shall be continually in my
word-12224 Corinthians x: " Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever
word-12230 Corinthians x: " Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever
word-12243 Corinthians x: " Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever
word-12582 that no one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor
word-12625 the Apostle St. Paul dare say boldly, Romans ii, that they
word-12668 that no one pretends to praise God' s Name and honor
word-12771 people of Israel: " Hear ye this, ye which are called
word-12773 people of Israel: " Hear ye this, ye which are called
word-12858 this Commandment then is, to praise God in all His benefits,
word-12870 this Commandment then is, to praise God in all His benefits,
word-12885 this Commandment then is, to praise God in all His benefits,
word-12955 this Commandment then is, to praise God in all His benefits,
word-13135 through with this striving after praise and honor; in them men
word-13163 through with this striving after praise and honor; in them men
word-13187 through with this striving after praise and honor; in them men
word-13626 of shame and of honor, just as we must also endure
word-13678 of God' s commandments also. Just as young children are induced
word-13681 commandments also. Just as young children are induced to pray, fast,
word-13736 good for the sake of praise and honor.
word-13989 serve God and his neighbor, just as if He had commanded
word-14039 not say, " they shall praise you," but " your works
word-14055 not say, " they shall praise you," but " your works
word-14088 not say, " they shall praise you," but " your works
word-14410 you." And Deuteronomy xii: " Thou shalt not do whatsoever is
word-14610 xxviii, and Joshua xxiii, " Ye shall not go aside from
word-14746 I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me; for I
word-14763 I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me; for I
word-14818 of David, Psalm liv: " Thou hast delivered me out of
word-14829 all trouble, therefore will I praise Thy Name and confess that
word-15057 they are too full, too well provided for and have too
word-15727 glory, that a man be well thought of, and other men
word-15927 are very simple matters and well known to every one, being
word-16029 for myself and in myself, praise and call upon God' s
word-16068 said to His disciples: " Ye shall be hated of all
word-16194 for myself and in myself, praise and call upon God' s
word-16361 defending the truth. For they well know that there is no
word-16517 Psalm, " How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the
word-16976 common cause with the unrighteous. Just as He alone is blessed,
word-17219 them in everything they might say and do, but only then
word-17597 would be much more to say in our time, for things
word-17816 follows the Third Commandment: " Thou shalt hallow the day of
word-18060 preaching with our ears, and say the prayers with our mouths.
word-18222 cup, " Take and drink ye all of it: this is
word-18250 cup, " Take and drink ye all of it: this is
word-18255 cup, " Take and drink ye all of it: this is
word-18598 s love. Then will follow praise and thanksgiving with a pure
word-18619 s love. Then will follow praise and thanksgiving with a pure
word-18629 this comforting, rich, blessed testament, just as he gives thanks, praises
word-18672 s love. Then will follow praise and thanksgiving with a pure
word-18833 testament, or what it be, just as if it were any
word-19057 says: " As oft as ye do this, remember me"; that
word-19068 as St. Paul says, " Ye shall preach of His death."
word-19101 longer knows this testament, to say nothing of their preaching it,
word-19371 Mark xi: " Therefore I say unto you, What things soever
word-19377 unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe
word-19380 unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe
word-19384 unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe
word-19388 unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe
word-19405 unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe
word-19614 much and receive not, because ye ask amiss." For where this
word-20306 others; think they are very well off, and so unknowingly build
word-20842 For the evil spirit knows well how powerful one man' s
word-21110 David says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou art my refuge in all
word-21121 David says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou art my refuge in all
word-21310 and that you do not praise and honor God, but love
word-21493 X. But I know well that many are so foolish
word-21969 Timothy: " exhort thee, that thou see to it, that prayers
word-22810 pray for one another, that ye may be saved. For the
word-23560 with tears, chapter lxiv: " Thou art angry with us, and
word-23731 go to church, hear mass, say prayers, and regard themselves and
word-23965 and of the devil host, just as Judas was the leader
word-24383 benefit others to their salvation. Just as Christ on the Cross
word-25245 watching, labor, of which some say and write so much, although
word-25351 And Moses, Deuteronomy xii: " Thou shalt not do what is
word-25489 proof of this, when the children of Israel went out of
word-25561 " Thy kingdom come, that Thou rule us, and not: we
word-25819 good work. I will here say nothing of the fact that
word-26583 men jump right in and say it is neither necessary nor
word-26607 this and that without fear, just as if they had for
word-27011 not disturbed, whether it go well or ill with him, whether
word-27146 works to God' s works, just as a church is consecrated
word-27623 the second good work, to praise God' s Name, to confess
word-27797 upon God' s Name and praise it in such suffering, and
word-27864 works comes to itself again; just as the sun goes forth
word-27983 asks that God' s Name, praise and honor be glorified, and
word-28088 is exercised toward our neighbor; just as in the first three
word-28406 nothing has He said: " Thou shalt honor them"; He does
word-28414 nothing has He said: " Thou shalt honor them"; He does
word-28454 than he fears the punishment. Just as there is fear in
word-28612 truly pious and love their children not according to the flesh,
word-28792 truly pious and love their children not according to the flesh,
word-29023 they cannot see what the children lack, and how they ought
word-29060 they cannot see what the children lack, and how they ought
word-29096 Isaiah and Jeremiah, that the children are destroyed by their own
word-29147 Isaiah and Jeremiah, that the children are destroyed by their own
word-29360 are foolish and train their children after the fashion of the
word-29368 are foolish and train their children after the fashion of the
word-29457 this miserable earthly life cannot well be lived, or even begun,
word-29544 to God, Esther xiv, " Thou knowest, that the sign of
word-29614 this miserable earthly life cannot well be lived, or even begun,
word-29679 then could I bring my children into society, and marry them
word-30057 and walk in His Commandments; thou shalt eat of the labor
word-30067 and walk in His Commandments; thou shalt eat of the labor
word-30075 happy, and it shall be well with thee. Thy wife shall
word-30091 in thine house, and thy children shall be as the young
word-30272 than by neglecting their own children in their own home, and
word-30335 than by neglecting their own children in their own home, and
word-30351 of Christ, Luke xxiii, " Ye daughters of Jerusalem, weep not
word-30440 than by neglecting their own children in their own home, and
word-30495 than by neglecting their own children in their own home, and
word-30502 than by neglecting their own children in their own home, and
word-30508 Just as it has been said
word-30542 training and teaching of his children is sufficient of itself, except
word-30619 training and teaching of his children is sufficient of itself, except
word-30731 laws, and constrain its spiritual children to be good, in order
word-30773 laws, and constrain its spiritual children to be good, in order
word-30813 What can I say of this work? A few
word-30927 that they might all be well trained, and so the older
word-31027 above order prevailed, one could say how honor and obedience should
word-31053 natural parents who let their children do as they please; at
word-31096 greed holds the reins, and just what should be forbidden is
word-31253 houses, parishes and schools be well established and managed; and it
word-31343 undertake other and evil works, just as parents do when they
word-31710 of God and St. Peter, just as if God' s Name
word-31757 we must do like pious children whose parents have become insane,
word-32300 prevent this, amounts to nothing; just as it amounts to nothing
word-32907 its own duty, not to say when it does the very
word-33088 of valor, and will give children to be their princes and
word-33315 wish to make war, however just his cause might be, unless
word-33633 like, without which men could well live, no little loss of
word-33784 shame, without hindrance, nay, that praise and fame are sought thereby,
word-34236 only to the honor and praise of his gracious God, thereby
word-34276 Paul says, Titus ii: " Thou shalt exhort servants that they
word-34630 your servants that which is just and equal, knowing that ye
word-34635 just and equal, knowing that ye also have a Master in
word-34736 after good works, and might well forget the other showy, far-
word-34764 I ought naturally also to say how a wife ought to
word-35113 place, a third to that, just as if good works and
word-35202 xxiv: " If they shall say unto you: Lo, here is
word-35296 man think that he lives well or does good works, whether
word-35375 annulled. Here a man must say as St. Peter says to
word-35567 the Fifth Commandment says, " Thou shalt not kill." This Commandment
word-35818 returns good for evil, speaks well of them, thinks well of
word-35822 returns good for evil, speaks well of them, thinks well of
word-35922 our many holidays, hear masses, say our prayers, establish churches, and
word-36071 disposed toward his enemy, speak well of him, do good to
word-36157 disposed toward his enemy, speak well of him, do good to
word-36190 convict me of lying, and say that my contention was wrong.
word-36239 convict me of lying, and say that my contention was wrong.
word-36258 convict me of lying, and say that my contention was wrong.
word-36262 shall say to his brother, Thou fool ( that is, all
word-36330 And these are the true children and heirs of God and
word-36495 have sway, and that we say nothing. My own possessions, my
word-36675 and preached, and it is well known to every one, only
word-36888 conceive a good work, to say nothing of attempting or doing
word-37144 they are yet young and just beginning; for Christ is a
word-37520 says in his Epistle: " Ye need not that any man
word-37671 St. Paul, Romans vi, " Ye shall not obey the body
word-37892 rule which says: " What ye wish that others do to
word-37901 rule which says: " What ye wish that others do to
word-38055 Who is he? We will praise him, that he has done
word-38172 even miracles, which God may praise and be pleased with, what
word-38337 your mouth!" I do not say that a man shall not
word-38388 sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread." And Job v,
word-38522 of his neighbor, and knows well that he will have enough,
word-38963 when you can, it is just the same as if you
word-39294 law helps him who watches"; just as if it were not
word-39382 law helps him who watches"; just as if it were not
word-39650 the forsaken to maintain his just cause."
word-39889 as Christ has foretold: " Ye shall be hated of all
word-1078 must hear it daily, who think lightly of my poverty and
word-2398 nothing, and if man should think that by them he could
word-4458 gracious example and ventured to think that the princely spirit, like
word-4617 daily hear many people, who think slightingly of my poverty, and
word-5660 to be in vain, and think that God cares nothing for
word-5700 teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat and
word-5712 teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat and
word-5715 teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat and
word-5722 teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat and
word-5742 teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat and
word-5745 teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat and
word-7300 God all that which others think most shameful, so that it
word-7785 God, thou shalt place all thy confidence, trust and faith on
word-8058 God, if I did not think that He wished to be
word-8423 flee from Him, and only think of how they may get
word-10831 sin, we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv: "
word-10884 written, Psalm cxliii: " In thy sight shall no man living
word-10928 sin, we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv: "
word-10941 sin, we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv: "
word-10948 sin, we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv: "
word-10960 sin, we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv: "
word-11315 of the forgiveness of all thy sins. Faith, therefore, does not
word-11366 of the forgiveness of all thy sins. Faith, therefore, does not
word-11382 of the forgiveness of all thy sins. Faith, therefore, does not
word-12155 my mouth shall show forth Thy praise." Again: " My tongue
word-12164 my mouth shall show forth Thy praise." Again: " My tongue
word-12191 are they that dwell in Thy house: they will be for
word-13384 XXII. Some think it is good for young
word-14423 thine own eyes, but what thy God has commanded thee."
word-14830 trouble, therefore will I praise Thy Name and confess that it
word-18039 It almost happens that men think it is sufficient that we
word-18076 It almost happens that men think it is sufficient that we
word-18668 testament, and these persons never think of them, nor praise or
word-19324 wavers, let not that man think that he shall receive any
word-20302 lead astray themselves and others; think they are very well off,
word-21321 your own honor and fame, think much of the favor of
word-21349 your own honor and fame, think much of the favor of
word-21602 not so foolish as to think that God hears no one
word-22584 things the very best, and think that thereby we have done
word-23010 mouth, book or Paternoster, and think of nothing except that you
word-23163 words, for the prince would think they mocked him, or were
word-23572 is none that calleth upon Thy Name, that stirreth up himself
word-23880 people, and ruins churches, we think a great injury has been
word-25379 " Lord, lead me in Thy path, and let me not
word-25402 " Lord, lead me in Thy path, and let me not
word-25557 " Lord, lead me in Thy path, and let me not
word-25699 or labor, only because they think these are good works, intending
word-25809 or labor, only because they think these are good works, intending
word-27973 The second: " Hallowed be Thy Name," in which faith asks
word-28002 The second: " Hallowed be Thy Name," in which faith asks
word-28059 The second: " Hallowed be Thy Name," in which faith asks
word-30078 shall be well with thee. Thy wife shall be as a
word-30090 vine in thine house, and thy children shall be as the
word-30103 vine in thine house, and thy children shall be as the
word-32292 or threatening with which they think they can prevent this, amounts
word-33719 served; it is fearful to think that such abuse is to
word-34514 all such works they should think of as an exercise and
word-34999 to his own position, and think only how he may benefit
word-35292 another do. Let no man think that he lives well or
word-35518 not himself, approve not himself, think not highly of himself; but
word-36136 and train his heart to think kindly of his enemy, wish
word-36773 fasts and feasts, then we think our whole duty is done.
word-37734 and satisfaction. For they who think they make an end of
word-38385 " In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread."
word-346 he published his first independent work, the Explanation of the Seven
word-1771 comprising sections 1-17, while the second comprises all the following sections.
word-2699 the good work of the Second Commandment, namely, " to praise
word-2772 the good work of the Second Commandment, namely, " to praise
word-3006 spiritual magistrates neglect their peculiar work, namely, the fostering of godliness
word-3167 last, briefly treats of the Second Table of the Commandments, but
word-6071 sin." Faith, as the chief work, and no other work, has
word-6075 sin." Faith, as the chief work, and no other work, has
word-6129 seem strange, and that some call me a heretic because of
word-6216 not let faith remain a work, but have made a habitus
word-6546 to be bound to any work, nor does it allow any
word-6896 so that the Scriptures rightly call such works in Hebrew Avenama,
word-7808 have a god, if you call him God only with your
word-7945 and measured, so also its work, that is, the faith or
word-8706 of His saints: this we call honoring and worshiping God, and,
word-9161 and honor to no other work, except in so far as
word-9817 them in all things. The second class want to abuse this
word-10427 now speaking of the highest work, it is clear that we
word-11511 The second work, next to faith, is
word-11512 The second work, next to faith, is the
word-11521 is the work of the Second Commandment, that we shall honor
word-11609 faith is and does the work, yet this is true only
word-11899 God. So also in the Second Commandment we are forbidden to
word-11925 thereby also commanded to honor, call upon, glorify, preach and praise
word-12090 and bless God, and to call upon His Name? Now if
word-12176 heaven except that of this Second Commandment? As it is written
word-12271 we were to observe this work, we would have a heaven
word-12401 at all notice this greatest work, and praising God is in
word-12458 works he storms against the Second Commandment and its works. Of
word-12679 good deeds and confidently to call upon Him in all adversities,
word-12969 Therefore the second work of this Commandment is,
word-13250 else to do except this second work of this Commandment, he
word-14635 of this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in
word-14660 of this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in
word-14713 of this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in
word-14726 fulfil this work of the Second Commandment, as He says in
word-14733 says in Psalm 1: " Call upon Me in the day
word-14789 of this Commandment is to call upon God' s Name in
word-14956 ten times more need to call upon God' s Name than
word-15156 drive us to honor and call upon His Name, to gain
word-15622 these adversities constrain us to call upon God' s Name and
word-15666 is our own flesh, the second the world, the third the
word-15813 the cup of salvation, and call upon the Name of the
word-15825 the cup of salvation, and call upon the Name of the
word-16031 and in myself, praise and call upon God' s Name in
word-16960 great honor of doing His work, He will condemn with the
word-17238 Gospel, not their word, His work, and not their work. How
word-17757 works there are in the Second Commandment, which however are not
word-17921 and outward, which we commonly call worship, such as going to
word-19359 And to call forth such faith, Christ Himself
word-20289 in respect of the chief work, faith; and so in their
word-21411 Then go forward into the Second Table of the Commandments, and
word-21574 of death overtakes you, you call upon God, this Saint and
word-22132 present them before God, and call upon Him for mercy. But
word-22961 nigh unto all them that call upon Him, to all that
word-22967 nigh unto all them that call upon Him, to all that
word-22976 nigh unto all them that call upon Him, to all that
word-23116 a house of mockery, and call that prayer in which we
word-23259 when we are sick we call here upon St. Christopher, there
word-24507 has a yet far higher work, which embraces the whole nature
word-24722 we omit our business and work, in order that we may
word-26285 kill its natural life or work, but only that we kill
word-26722 XXII. The second form of discipline which we
word-26842 peace too is God' s work, impatience is the work of
word-26938 peace, and attain to His work, that is, to peace, in
word-27580 First Commandment and faith the Second flows on to the Third,
word-27594 First Commandment and faith the Second flows on to the Third,
word-27619 God. From this flows the second good work, to praise God'
word-27621 this flows the second good work, to praise God' s Name,
word-27714 ordains. See, here begins the second work, or the second rest
word-27715 See, here begins the second work, or the second rest of
word-27718 ordains. See, here begins the second work, or the second rest
word-27791 contains faith, that it must call upon God' s Name and
word-27812 the Third Commandment into the Second again; and through that very
word-27847 the Third Commandment into the Second again; and through that very
word-27997 in every need, as the Second Commandment says. The third: "
word-28078 in every need, as the Second Commandment says. The third: "
word-28170 The Second Table follows.
word-29402 fashion of the world I call it, when they teach them
word-30527 be fulfilled in the chief work, so here too let no
word-30632 VII. The second work of this Commandment is
word-30704 Now with regard to this work, things are almost worse than
word-31324 authorities so entirely neglect their work, and are perverted, it must
word-31846 first of all humbly to call upon God for help to
word-33119 David chose, is pestilence, the second is famine, the third is
word-34085 world. No one wants to work, therefore the mechanics must give
word-35575 kill." This Commandment has one work, which however includes many and
word-35754 The second form of meekness is good
word-36886 strength to conceive a good work, to say nothing of attempting
word-37084 a man flee to prayer, call upon God' s mercy and
word-37780 This Commandment also has a work, which embraces very many good
word-39544 truly a high, great, rare work, not to be a false
word-39559 II. There is a second bearing of witness to the
word-1235 house. Princes have reason to take a special interest in the
word-1726 the argument on the Third Commandment, and is repeated at every
word-2269 true fulfilment of the First Commandment, apart from which there is
word-2682 that according to the First Commandment, we acquire a pure heart
word-2700 that according to the First Commandment, we acquire a pure heart
word-2728 that according to the First Commandment, we acquire a pure heart
word-2799 which, according to the Third Commandment, should be an exercise and
word-2867 of faith, according to this Commandment, consists in the faithful performance
word-3285 but according to the Seventh Commandment, will use it with cheerful
word-3654 the literal requirement of each Commandment, but from this point of
word-3690 as the heart has perceived it. Though this thought may have
word-4045 his own example that to take a stand in the center
word-4194 " rudiments of Christianity" from it.
word-5089 daily to pray or recite it.
word-5387 bluntly, that men may understand it.
word-5507 works which grow out of it. Now they have no faith,
word-5969 which do not flow from it.
word-6925 have been crazed thereby; their fear has brought them into all
word-7707 which they must at last take a cruel fall, as Christ
word-7765 the work of the First Commandment, which commands: " Thou shalt
word-8143 themselves, do not keep this Commandment, and practise real idolatry, even
word-9719 faith or do not heed it. If every man had faith,
word-10284 and cast an hook, and take up the fish that first
word-10303 and cast an hook, and take up the fish that first
word-11018 of God. Therefore we must fear because of the works, but
word-11046 of God. Therefore we must fear because of the works, but
word-11484 work and of the First Commandment, but very briefly, plainly and
word-11498 much might be said of it. We will now trace the
word-11522 the work of the Second Commandment, that we shall honor God'
word-11532 God' s Name and not take it in vain. This, like
word-12023 the good works of this Commandment, if he will; so that
word-13254 this second work of this Commandment, he would yet have to
word-13284 so quick and insidious is it. Now we all pass by
word-13428 the evil undone out of fear of shame and love of
word-13486 the evil undone out of fear of shame and love of
word-13509 nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s fear, God' s
word-13592 and incited by God' s fear and commandments than by any
word-13720 and incited by God' s fear and commandments than by any
word-14347 God of Israel unto you: Take your burnt offerings unto all
word-14727 this work of the Second Commandment, as He says in Psalm
word-15268 and put no trust in it. Here great dishonor is done
word-16674 we can with words, not take the part of the unrighteous,
word-17339 do the works of this Commandment, and that we be tried,
word-17555 them up to God' s Commandment, no matter whether big John
word-17758 there are in the Second Commandment, which however are not good
word-17787 we must do, if we take heed to this Commandment alone,
word-17810 no agreement at all with it. Now follows the Third Commandment:
word-18201 the mass and says, " Take and eat, this is My
word-18219 the mass and says, " Take and eat, this is My
word-18751 it, themselves do not know it. This is why the sermons
word-18950 upon all who believe on it.
word-19885 the left hand against this Commandment, and go far astray with
word-19966 Thus we see that this Commandment, like the Second, is to
word-19983 Thus we see that this Commandment, like the Second, is to
word-20144 have his good share of it. For even the holy Apostles
word-21035 too much for me to take such command upon myself with
word-22519 against everything that may oppose it. This the evil spirit knows
word-22627 prayer languishes, no one will take anything from him, and no
word-22669 not endure it, but would fear such a pig- sty far
word-23066 matter before God or desiring it. Your only reason for praying
word-23196 confidence that he will grant it. So we must deal with
word-23336 is all there is to it.
word-23579 that stirreth up himself to take hold of Thee." Likewise, Ezekiel
word-23706 it, but laugh at it, take pleasure in it, condemn, malign,
word-24131 St. James, hither and thither? Take up this one single work
word-24164 to God, and pray over it. Do the same for every
word-24342 who suffer bodily need. Therefore take heed: our own self- assumed
word-24971 God particularly intends in this Commandment, is this: that we not
word-25952 one else whosoever have commanded it. For no one should measure
word-26626 although they have never tried it.
word-27359 the first to fulfil this Commandment, although He needed it not
word-27957 which, according to the First Commandment, does not doubt that it
word-28445 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28458 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28488 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28498 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28517 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28532 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28537 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28564 and causes a man to fear offending them more than he
word-28685 worse things. There love and fear depart, unless they have God'
word-28835 parents are dead or absent, take their place, such as relatives,
word-28874 works are taught in this Commandment, since in it all our
word-28905 good works are included in it.
word-28946 parents through natural love allow it. Here there is indeed mutual
word-28970 precious thing, parents and child take mutual pleasure in one another.
word-29916 learn to trust, believe and fear God, and to place their
word-29971 learn to trust, believe and fear God, and to place their
word-30050 " Blessed are they that fear God, and walk in His
word-30668 binds and looses, and honor, fear and love the spiritual authority
word-30679 binds and looses, and honor, fear and love the spiritual authority
word-30754 themselves in obeying and honoring it. Such zeal one does not
word-31216 that one the fourth of it.
word-31401 they prescribe. Therefore we must take hold of the first three
word-32147 kings and princes must beforehand take an oath to let the
word-33040 such a standing that they fear him, there will and must
word-33077 Isaiah iii, " I will take away from them every man
word-33282 to it, therefore I will take it by storm and keep
word-34141 mended. God help us! I fear that here the wish is
word-34338 to your masters, for the fear of God, not only to
word-34693 do right and learn to fear God.
word-34882 that of masters, that they take care to rule their subjects
word-35499 the understanding, that is, they take a man captive, rule him
word-35606 there is nothing back of it. This we practice toward our
word-36894 nothing of attempting or doing it. St. Augustine says, that among
word-37646 and the evil spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter says, "
word-37704 and the evil spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter says, "
word-37934 ought to buy and sell, take and give, lend and give
word-37988 be overcome with dread and fear for this perilous, miserable life,
word-38186 to look elsewhere? Let him take heed to himself, and see
word-38283 to look elsewhere? Let him take heed to himself, and see
word-38320 " Yes, rely upon that, take no thought, and see whether
word-38877 works according to God' s Commandment, how nature squirms, twists and
word-38903 choice easily and gladly. Therefore take your enemies, the ungrateful, and
word-39279 advantage more than God' s Commandment, and excuse themselves by saying:
word-39342 present so common that I fear no court is held and
word-39495 advantage more than God' s Commandment, and excuse themselves by saying:
word-39624 resist, must oppose and persecute it. Of which it is written
word-40087 God, and honoreth them that fear the Lord"; that is, the
word-40129 God, and honoreth them that fear the Lord"; that is, the
word-255 since 1885, and with still greater clearness from his Commentary on
word-1156 will leave the honor of greater things to others, and not
word-1700 of its production, attained a greater length than was originally intended.
word-2247 other, what they are to do, to leave undone, to say,
word-2803 Third Commandment, should be an exercise and proof of faith, Luther
word-2861 fully as the Third. The exercise of faith, according to this
word-3272 it cannot seek after the temporal goods of others, nor cleave
word-4787 one else the honor of greater things, and not be at
word-5125 there are no good works except those which God has commanded,
word-5137 there are no good works except those which God has commanded,
word-5341 little thing and easy to do, whereas we ought here to
word-5846 or frets us, God is greater than our heart, and we
word-5899 sin, and cannot sin." Again, Psalm xxxiv: " None of them
word-5913 sin, and cannot sin." Again, Psalm xxxiv: " None of them
word-6240 divine work to no work except to faith alone. Therefore it
word-6562 it, but, as the First Psalm says, " He bringeth forth
word-6620 behave, what they are to do, leave undone, say, not say,
word-7062 be angry; and to have greater confidence in Him than we
word-7312 written even of death in Psalm cxvi, " Precious in the
word-7402 the conscience not only with temporal sufferings, but with death, hell,
word-7437 but David cries out in Psalm vi, " O Lord, rebuke
word-7586 this no one opposes me except the unclean beasts, which do
word-8306 for counsel and help everywhere except from God, from Whom they
word-8524 since no one is justified except he keep all the commands
word-9162 honor to no other work, except in so far as faith
word-9407 and works at all times exercise himself in this faith; let
word-9437 much work he has to do, and how completely all things
word-9460 and works at all times exercise himself in this faith; let
word-9508 much work he has to do, and how completely all things
word-9532 be done in this Name except it be done in this
word-9798 what they know and can do, only because they firmly trust
word-9958 be constrained by spiritual and temporal laws, like wild horses and
word-10881 judgment, as it is written, Psalm cxliii: " In thy sight
word-10906 that they cannot be good except through this faith, which looks
word-10926 judgment, as it is written, Psalm cxliii: " In thy sight
word-10943 judgment, as it is written, Psalm cxliii: " In thy sight
word-11036 God, as it is written, Psalm cxlvii: " The Lord taketh
word-11566 faith we can do no greater work than to praise, preach,
word-11877 one find or lose God except by faith or unbelief, by
word-12103 nothing else at all to do, would you not have enough
word-12141 and mouth been created? As Psalm li. says: " Lord, open
word-12172 work is there in heaven except that of this Second Commandment?
word-12183 As it is written in Psalm lxxxiv: " Blessed are they
word-12205 As it is written in Psalm lxxxiv: " Blessed are they
word-12231 or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory
word-12285 or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory
word-12347 ill, and thereby does a greater and more acceptable work than
word-12387 looks for great works to do, and is so blinded that
word-12899 not to mention all other temporal and eternal blessings? And so
word-12988 from and to avoid all temporal honor and praise, and never
word-13248 had nothing else to do except this second work of this
word-13294 by this good work and exercise ourselves in many other lesser
word-13567 none of them is good, except only in the eyes of
word-14243 much a man has to do, if he would do good
word-14510 memorial between thine eyes." And Psalm i: " A godly man
word-14533 enough and too much to do, if we are to satisfy
word-14816 Commandment, as He says in Psalm 1: " Call upon Me
word-14841 Commandment, as He says in Psalm 1: " Call upon Me
word-14969 adversity. Since it is written, Psalm xci, " A thousand shall
word-15109 not have peace and must exercise themselves in the keeping of
word-15593 wherein men trust." But far greater is the courage which the
word-15764 way we can overcome them, except only by calling upon the
word-15803 is set aloft." And David, Psalm cxvi: " I will drink
word-15821 is set aloft." And David, Psalm cxvi: " I will drink
word-16100 must strive against spiritual and temporal powers, and be accused of
word-16177 that we have and can do, and show by our deeds
word-16260 distinction of persons, as some do, who fight most actively and
word-16619 many good works. For the greater portion of the powerful, rich
word-16641 many good works. For the greater portion of the powerful, rich
word-17028 one would have occasion to exercise himself in the great works
word-17173 and bold to say, to do, and to leave undone what
word-17221 everything they might say and do, but only then when they
word-17316 in the spiritual estate the greater part preach false doctrine and
word-17460 and I hold that no greater or more frequent sin is
word-17784 and how much we must do, if we take heed to
word-17996 on them are for the greater part worse than those of
word-18181 we do attend, when we exercise faith in our hearts. Here
word-18251 of sins. This shall ye do, as oft as ye do
word-18297 which no interest, money or temporal possessions are bequeathed and distributed,
word-18511 any benefit from the mass except he be in trouble of
word-18909 which His Christians shall assemble, exercise themselves and keep it with
word-19002 are bidden; but a much greater sin not to preach the
word-19164 it with all earnestness, and exercise faith and confidence toward God
word-19272 Prayer is, therefore, a special exercise of faith, and faith makes
word-19653 is none the less only temporal benefit without any blessing and
word-19704 mind most opposed to the exercise of faith and to the
word-20081 you cannot so believe and do, then you are humbly to
word-20246 how much you need to exercise yourself and daily strengthen yourself
word-20380 is to trust God alone, except he who attempts it with
word-20402 not prayer alone suffice to exercise the whole life of man
word-20496 not prayer alone suffice to exercise the whole life of man
word-20672 undertake prayer alone, and rightly exercise themselves in faith, and they
word-21091 in prayer and lamentation, to exercise faith thereby? Answer: First, every
word-21108 trouble, of which David says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou art my
word-21135 trouble, of which David says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou art my
word-21648 here, where there is immeasurably greater need and eternal hurt, and
word-21775 need, although it really is greater than the bodily need. Such
word-22478 all the evil spirits? What greater work could be done on
word-22506 Church on earth has no greater power or work than such
word-22786 What then could many men do, if they united in calling
word-22998 What should God do, if you come along with
word-23013 Paternoster, and think of nothing except that you may finish the
word-23685 XV. But what will they do, who not only do not
word-24612 Christendom there were no holiday except the Sunday; that the festivals
word-24951 present not necessary nor commanded except only for the teaching of
word-25729 quantity or duration, as these do, but also by the nature
word-25744 that it is of far greater worth if they do not
word-27279 many words and told us, Psalm xci, " I will be
word-27295 many words and told us, Psalm xci, " I will be
word-27550 commandments and works are ordained, exercise and strengthen itself in them.
word-28052 s kingdom is nowhere else except within you." The fourth petition
word-28214 reason also disobedience is a greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft
word-28240 reason also disobedience is a greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft
word-28275 reason also disobedience is a greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft
word-28308 us how we are to exercise ourselves in good works toward
word-28651 constantly broken, and it must do, leave undone, and suffer what
word-28775 given them such parents, to exercise and try them in His
word-28844 as relatives, god- parents, sponsors, temporal lords and spiritual fathers. For
word-29244 them to their children, as Psalm lxxviii. says, " How strictly
word-29326 have good works enough to do, whether he be father or
word-29827 they had nothing else to do, could attain salvation by training
word-29962 they may learn to despise temporal things, to bear misfortune calmly,
word-30044 a paradise. Of such says Psalm cxxviii: " Blessed are they
word-30393 suck." Why shall they lament, except because all their condemnation comes
word-30547 children is sufficient of itself, except it be done in confidence
word-30584 else than an exhortation and exercise of his faith, that he
word-30748 do this work and to exercise themselves in obeying and honoring
word-30846 and there is nothing left except the ban for debt, and
word-31627 and unfit men, but the greater part into the hands of
word-32265 shall and must be considered except God' s first three Commandments,
word-32332 Commandment is to obey the temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans
word-32378 Commandment is to obey the temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans
word-32640 such great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual,
word-32652 such great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual,
word-32711 such great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual,
word-32728 such great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual,
word-32794 such great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual,
word-32829 Therefore, also, the temporal power is a very small
word-33197 that has to do with temporal and eternal possessions.
word-33264 worldly rights attach only to temporal goods.
word-33326 there were sure indications of greater benefit than harm, or at
word-33355 there were sure indications of greater benefit than harm, or at
word-33639 live, no little loss of temporal wealth has come and daily
word-33660 live, no little loss of temporal wealth has come and daily
word-33664 the temporal power enough to do, for the inroads they have
word-33934 to be prevented by the temporal sword, since there is no
word-34029 both the spiritual and the temporal power. If it was possible
word-34148 here the wish is far greater than the hope; but this
word-34207 in faith, yea, be an exercise of faith, so that no
word-34518 should think of as an exercise and exhortation ever to strengthen
word-34707 householder and a mistress can do, how finely God offers us
word-35089 no one would notice it except God alone! But now we
word-35322 does not earnestly and diligently exercise himself in this.
word-35337 it often does, that the temporal power and authorities, as they
word-35889 that nothing now everywhere prevails except strife, war, quarreling, anger, hatred,
word-36124 of his heart, as an exercise whereby he may curb his
word-36575 in faith, and as an exercise of faith. For if faith
word-36635 in faith, and as an exercise of faith. For if faith
word-37106 Christ' s sufferings. Thus says Psalm cxxxvii: " Happy shall he
word-37604 especially to the practice and exercise of faith in God. For
word-37829 but against all stinting in temporal goods which men may practise
word-37971 not only find enough to do, if we would make an
word-38007 but against all stinting in temporal goods which men may practise
word-38263 my hope and confidence." And Psalm lxii: " If riches increase,
word-38552 him, as it is written, Psalm xxxvii: " I have been
word-38591 calls no other sin idolatry except covetousness, because this sin shows
word-39089 prohibited. I have spoken at greater length of this Commandment in
word-39583 spirits; and this concerns not temporal matters, but the Gospel and
word-39631 which it is written in Psalm lxxxii, " Rid the poor
word-39762 aroused and moved, and the greater portion of the kings, princes,
word-40075 please; as is written in Psalm xv: " He contemneth them
word-40242 the work of this Commandment except he be firm and fearless
word-40529 body for pleasure and for temporal goods, are clear in themselves;
word-40649 checked, but not entirely uprooted, except through the death of the
word-1177 Since Luther had dedicated the afore-
word-1421 should harbor like scruples, especially since the full comprehension of Luther'
word-1540 Now, since Luther had opposed the doctrine
word-2341 to exhibit the good works according to the Ten Commandments. For
word-2569 every way a living faith, according to the other commandments. Luther
word-2678 Commandments. From the fact, that according to the First Commandment, we
word-2795 Among the good works which, according to the Third Commandment, should
word-2864 Third. The exercise of faith, according to this Commandment, consists in
word-3155 part of their enjoined works according to the Fourth Commandment.
word-3255 unchaste thoughts and thus to keep the Sixth Commandment. When the
word-3281 nor cleave to money, but according to the Seventh Commandment, will
word-4197 Even to- day this book has its peculiar
word-4240 Even to- day this book has its peculiar
word-4714 minded to make great books according to their art, I could,
word-4749 as persecution, Christ would long since have been cast out of
word-5173 thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments." And when the
word-5865 receive of Him, because we keep His Commandments, and do those
word-6858 the rest, fasts on this day and on that, makes confession
word-7776 other gods," which means: " Since I alone am God, thou
word-8141 or in themselves, do not keep this Commandment, and practise real
word-8519 and makes all works righteous, since no one is justified except
word-8526 one is justified except he keep all the commands of God.
word-8712 honoring and worshiping God, and, according to the First Commandment, "
word-8861 it is as clear as day that they are not only
word-8916 thing which God cannot endure, since He has promised His grace
word-9121 and is even suppressed. For since faith knows no distinction among
word-9316 him, and more than enough, since he is commanded to live
word-9354 Now, since the being and nature of
word-10405 But since in this discourse we have
word-11449 still come, even in our day and always. For Christ is
word-11863 man can have, honor and keep a God; for by no
word-14520 meditates in God' s Law day and night." For we have
word-14738 Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver
word-14965 Name than when in adversity. Since it is written, Psalm xci,
word-15516 most gracious, all- truthful God keep faith, if a man trusts
word-15532 most gracious, all- truthful God keep faith, if a man trusts
word-16325 and measure truth or righteousness according to the persons, and do
word-16874 do it alone and Himself, since He can and knows how
word-17820 " Thou shalt hallow the day of rest." In the First
word-17984 were fewer saint' s days, since in our times the works
word-18912 shall assemble, exercise themselves and keep it with one accord; and
word-19021 would gladly hear it perish, since Christ has so strictly commanded
word-19557 we are to pray aright according to these words! Now, indeed,
word-20428 olden times some Fathers prayed day and night. Nay, there is
word-21175 the mass a Christian shall keep in mind the short- comings
word-22269 a work of the Holy Day and of the assembled congregation,
word-24277 For Christ at the last day will not ask how much
word-24530 rest," because on the seventh day God rested and ceased from
word-24552 rest," because on the seventh day God rested and ceased from
word-24595 rest," because on the seventh day God rested and ceased from
word-24798 chapter lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the other"; on
word-24889 chapter lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the other"; on
word-24894 chapter lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the other"; on
word-24911 chapter lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the other"; on
word-24930 chapter lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the other"; on
word-24941 chapter lxvi, " One holy day shall follow the other"; on
word-25516 God went before them, by day in a bright: cloud, by
word-25761 these are those who fast according to the saints, and according
word-25766 these are those who fast according to the saints, and according
word-25930 it fasting, watching and labor according to its lust and wantonness,
word-25964 it fasting, watching and labor according to its lust and wantonness,
word-25974 it fasting, watching and labor according to its lust and wantonness,
word-25979 it fasting, watching and labor according to its lust and wantonness,
word-26491 eat and to drink every day whatever they wish. In brief,
word-26774 s work rules in us according to His wisdom, not according
word-26779 s work rules in us according to His wisdom, not according
word-26783 s work rules in us according to His wisdom, not according
word-26790 s work rules in us according to His wisdom, not according
word-26824 s work rules in us according to His wisdom, not according
word-26862 we thus in every way keep a spiritual holiday, let our
word-27044 rightly keeping and hallowing the day of rest; then a man
word-27098 commands us not only to keep the day of rest, but
word-27100 not only to keep the day of rest, but also to
word-27232 not only commanded us to keep such a rest ( for
word-27251 and it is a bitter day of rest for it to
word-27344 in the tomb the entire day of rest, free from all
word-27886 reason the Scriptures associate the day with peaceful living in works,
word-27953 first work of faith, which, according to the First Commandment, does
word-28070 we pray that we may keep and have the Seven Commandments
word-28364 example, accept what they say, keep silent and endure their treatment
word-28614 and love their children not according to the flesh, but (
word-28633 and love their children not according to the flesh, but (
word-28875 are taught in this Commandment, since in it all our life
word-29010 neither know nor honor God according to the first three Commandments;
word-29233 depends altogether upon this Commandment; since parents are commanded to teach
word-29378 to obey them; for God, according to the first three Commandments,
word-29953 God' s Word, and to keep the Sabbath, that they may
word-30201 God has commanded him to keep in body and soul, and
word-30326 their death and in the day of judgment, but will require
word-31814 Since then bishops and spiritual prelates
word-32057 our highest father; and yet, since they have gone mad and
word-32133 such councils are entirely useless, since Roman wisdom has contrived the
word-32159 remain what they are and keep what they have, and so
word-32659 can do no harm, I since it has nothing to do
word-32769 can do no harm, I since it has nothing to do
word-32892 of Christians should endure and keep silent, if it departs a
word-33258 is advantageous to the subjects; since worldly rights attach only to
word-33287 take it by storm and keep it, although all sorts of
word-33936 prevented by the temporal sword, since there is no other help
word-34784 superior, give way to him, keep silent and give up to
word-35439 nor help him at all; since God has commanded that we
word-36016 Now, since no one lives on earth
word-36113 set his enemy before him, keep him constantly before the eyes
word-37944 give for nothing, promise and keep his promise, and the like.
word-38138 who would in this matter keep himself clean, must truly, as
word-38298 wherewithal we shall be clothed, since God cares for this, and
word-38873 is to do good works according to God' s Commandment, how
word-39113 that he who would rightly keep it must risk and imperil
word-39493 that he who would rightly keep it must risk and imperil
word-39720 devil also does not stir, since by vanquishing the Gospel he
word-39959 attack it, all men flee, keep silent, dissemble, in order that
word-40475 with all his powers to keep the Commandments of God, and
word-917 material so accumulated that it far outgrew the bounds of a
word-2687 Commandment, we acquire a pure heart and confidence toward God, he
word-2973 all things should be rendered unto the Church, the spiritual mother,
word-3215 is gracious, he says, will find it an easy matter to
word-3261 the Sixth Commandment. When the heart trusts in the divine favor,
word-3363 Tenth Commandments, and that even unto death.
word-3687 its full extent as the heart has perceived it. Though this
word-5389 We find many who pray, fast, establish
word-5625 of such works, you will find that they say, " No";
word-5839 good confidence. And if our heart condemns or frets us, God
word-5996 for if he finds his heart confident that it pleases God,
word-7868 John iv: " I say unto thee, they that worship God
word-8274 These are the most perverse people on earth, who will hardly
word-8329 These are the most perverse people on earth, who will hardly
word-8948 Note for yourself, then, how far apart these two are: keeping
word-8996 their apparent righteousness lead unnumbered people into their way, and yet
word-9035 if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ,
word-9048 if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ,
word-9165 other work, except in so far as faith imparts it, as
word-9430 continual faith; then will he find how much work he has
word-10298 in his mouth thou shalt find a piece of money; take
word-10791 children, these things I write unto you, that ye sin not.
word-11367 Son for thee, then thy heart also must in its turn
word-11472 XVIII. So far we have treated of the
word-11873 no other work can one find or lose God except by
word-11975 is not done in the heart by faith, in confident trust
word-12607 of doing it, while the heart is without faith, cause the
word-12767 also Isaiah xlviii. rebukes the people of Israel: " Hear ye
word-13390 it is good for young people that they be enticed by
word-13503 to have a higher and far nobler incentive, namely, God' s
word-13723 in the fear of God: far worse, if they become accustomed
word-13837 up the heart, and the heart find pleasure in them. Here
word-13838 the heart, and the heart find pleasure in them. Here the
word-14345 saith the God of Israel unto you: Take your burnt offerings
word-14351 saith the God of Israel unto you: Take your burnt offerings
word-14497 shall be for a sign unto thee upon thine hand, and
word-14766 way whereby thou canst come unto salvation; for through such works
word-15071 says, Deuteronomy xxxii " My people is waxed rich, full and
word-15592 thing wherein men trust." But far greater is the courage which
word-16477 the deceitful eye does not find much profit, but cannot help
word-16786 have no need to travel far or to ask after good
word-18139 and do not teach the people how they ought to look
word-18312 all sins, grace and mercy unto eternal life, that all who
word-18578 faith is rightly present, the heart must be made joyful by
word-19014 and to let so many people who would gladly hear it
word-19372 xi: " Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye
word-19414 xi: " Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye
word-19888 against this Commandment, and go far astray with their unbelief. But
word-20074 cannot do. And when you find that you cannot so believe
word-20196 give up, even if you find that you do not believe
word-20224 thank God with all your heart that He thus reveals to
word-20277 and yet never get so far as to know where they
word-20679 in faith, and they will find that it is true, as
word-20712 easy, but with earnestness of heart to follow the words in
word-20778 pray, not allow us to find time and place, nay, often
word-21139 Psalm cxlii: " I cried unto the Lord with my voice;
word-21148 Psalm cxlii: " I cried unto the Lord with my voice;
word-21247 the greatest trouble, that you find yourself so hardened, hard- hearted
word-21280 Commandments, in which you will find what you lack and what
word-21292 Commandments, in which you will find what you lack and what
word-21466 neighbor; and you will doubtless find that you are full of
word-21690 unrighteousness. Although the more you find yourself lacking in these things,
word-21926 of the Holy Day, is far better and greater, and is
word-22026 Jeremiah, chapter xxix, commanded the people of Israel to pray for
word-22449 heart- cry of the entire people would rise up to God,
word-22674 fear such a pig- sty far more than all the high,
word-22768 there had been ten righteous people in them, two in each
word-22949 and His ears are open unto their cry." Again, " The
word-22957 and His ears are open unto their cry." Again, " The
word-23386 spiritual estate, and you will find how faith, hope, love, obedience,
word-23677 His anger should overwhelm the people of Israel.
word-24332 whom there are at present far more than of those who
word-24434 judges and despisers of other people are a perverted, evil race,
word-24505 this Commandment has a yet far higher work, which embraces the
word-25036 Genesis viii, " Man' s heart and senses incline always to
word-25711 them to gain much merit. Far blinder still are they who
word-25743 thinking that it is of far greater worth if they do
word-25870 thinking that it is of far greater worth if they do
word-26050 Now, if some one should find that more wantonness arose in
word-26077 Now, if some one should find that more wantonness arose in
word-26260 care of himself, and, as far as in him lies, has
word-27301 " The Lord is nigh unto all them that suffer, and
word-27610 believe, to have a good heart and confidence toward God. From
word-27870 as the sun goes forth unto its setting and comes again
word-27876 as the sun goes forth unto its setting and comes again
word-29441 and not sin. Yet the heart of a child must be
word-29592 and not sin. Yet the heart of a child must be
word-29700 these the words of a heart which despairs of God, and
word-30933 trained, and so the older people give a good example and
word-31545 founded to God' s service far and wide; whereby not only
word-31587 laid waste, and so the people are neglected, God' s Word
word-31904 in them and improve the people by preaching or by good
word-32472 of Babylon did to the people of Israel, yet God would
word-32737 does wrong. For the poor people believe and do as they
word-32782 does wrong. For the poor people believe and do as they
word-32841 in God' s sight, and far too slightly regarded by Him,
word-32877 in God' s sight, and far too slightly regarded by Him,
word-33179 For pestilence and famine make people good and rich; but war
word-33235 cause. For it is a far nobler virtue to endure wrong
word-33369 guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than if he were
word-33535 books, in which they would find more examples and skill in
word-33729 to be found among the people who have been pledged, baptised
word-33917 hunt and drive the poor people with great burdens, as long
word-33971 as was done among the people of Israel! It is indeed
word-34147 that here the wish is far greater than the hope; but
word-34432 enough to do if their heart is only set on this,
word-34624 Colossians iv, " Masters, do unto your servants that which is
word-34968 led astray by what other people or classes of people do;
word-34972 led astray by what other people or classes of people do;
word-35152 in the midst of the people and in the gates of
word-35203 " If they shall say unto you: Lo, here is Christ,
word-35982 himself, how near or how far he be from meekness and
word-36134 his spirit and train his heart to think kindly of his
word-36174 try this and if he find not enough to do all
word-36240 Matthew v, " I say unto you, that whosoever is angry
word-36313 is true meekness, there the heart is pained at every evil
word-36340 is true meekness, there the heart is pained at every evil
word-36405 is true meekness, there the heart is pained at every evil
word-36944 does, Romans vii: " I find in me, that is in
word-37128 rock," that is, if the heart runs to the Lord Christ
word-37167 See, here each one will find enough to do with himself,
word-37380 of old, to teach young people discipline and purity.
word-37926 his neighbor, he would readily find how he ought to buy
word-37968 his neighbor, he would readily find how he ought to buy
word-38230 these things nor set his heart on them; then he is
word-38271 these things nor set his heart on them; then he is
word-38403 flying, so is man born unto labor." Now the birds fly
word-38467 of itself. For if the heart looks for divine favor and
word-38916 to them; then you will find how near you are to
word-38926 to this Commandment or how far from it, and how all
word-39000 to this Commandment or how far from it, and how all
word-40038 martyrs did. For such a heart is satisfied and rests easy
word-40548 neighbor, and yet they continue unto the grave, and the strife
word-40559 neighbor, and yet they continue unto the grave, and the strife
word-40581 neighbor, and yet they continue unto the grave, and the strife
word-94 council of Wittenberg. Before this time he was obliged to preach
word-139 congregation at Wittenberg on the true way to life, and it
word-207 council of Wittenberg. Before this time he was obliged to preach
word-379 theologians, but at the same time it is well known that
word-1274 the part of their subjects. Time and again the papal church
word-1305 been accused— like the Apostle Paul before him ( Rom. 3
word-1521 to God. In Luther' s time every one who was seriously
word-2264 Luther continues, is " the true fulfilment of the First Commandment,
word-2993 be contrary to the first Three Commandments. But as matters stand
word-3478 and which were at that time accepted as self- evident and
word-3800 the thought, that it is true faith which invests the works,
word-3847 religious views, and at that time must have been perceived as
word-4125 in this form passed through three editions up to the year
word-4146 in this form passed through three editions up to the year
word-5042 its entirety. For at this time I have wished to show
word-5076 its entirety. For at this time I have wished to show
word-5350 here to pause a long time and to ponder it well.
word-6286 who trusts Him, as St. Paul says to the Galatians: "
word-6449 Spirit of the Lord will come upon thee, and thou shalt
word-6504 and peace, and from that time no more turned hither and
word-6522 all one to her. St. Paul also says: " Where the
word-7013 they suffer in body, property, honor, friends, or whatever they have,
word-7893 in the heart, is the true fulfilling of the First Commandment;
word-8216 Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep' s
word-8458 XI. This is what St. Paul means in many places, where
word-9348 to have only one, the true God, and none other.
word-9769 no law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, "
word-9983 no law, of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, "
word-10105 as if they were the true works, and neglect faith, which
word-10169 them, but teach them the true way of faith. So St.
word-10175 way of faith. So St. Paul teaches, Romans xiv: " Him
word-11130 Without doubt faith does not come from your works or merit,
word-11149 promised and given; as St. Paul writes, Romans v: " God
word-11210 promised and given; as St. Paul writes, Romans v: " God
word-11613 the work, yet this is true only when they are compared
word-11840 we have a God, the true God, by a firm faith,
word-11924 are thereby also commanded to honor, call upon, glorify, preach and
word-12084 and stirring up to praise, honor, and bless God, and to
word-12623 So that the Apostle St. Paul dare say boldly, Romans ii,
word-12740 works which look like these true works, but at bottom are
word-12812 works which look like these true works, but at bottom are
word-12925 if he do these in true faith, he has indeed not
word-13264 to work all his life- time in order to fight this
word-13398 be enticed by reputation and honor, and again by shame of
word-13434 be enticed by reputation and honor, and again by shame of
word-13462 present we are seeking how true good works are to be
word-13625 sake of shame and of honor, just as we must also
word-13755 have a good name and honor, and every one ought so
word-13781 to no one, as St. Paul says, Romans xii: " We
word-13952 have a good name and honor, and every one ought so
word-14072 have a good name and honor, and every one ought so
word-14765 the way whereby thou canst come unto salvation; for through such
word-15655 has hemmed us in with three strong, mighty armies. The first
word-15676 has hemmed us in with three strong, mighty armies. The first
word-15716 seeks riches, favor, power and honor, the evil spirit seeks pride,
word-15737 And these three are all so powerful that
word-16154 obligated to do so when time and place demand. For we
word-16744 them, and regarding his possessions, honor, favor and friends more than
word-16930 not willing to accept such honor, He will, after all, perform
word-17454 for God' s Name and honor, and I hold that no
word-17613 Christ and St. Peter and Paul must cover all this with
word-17703 these things. It is high time that we pray God earnestly
word-17870 of Moses, on which these three Commandments are written, and they
word-18158 we will briefly explain these three works.
word-18318 eternal life, that all who come to this memorial shall have
word-18454 not believe that it is true that forgiveness of my sins
word-18546 changed during the mass, and come to have a desire for
word-19066 me"; that is, as St. Paul says, " Ye shall preach
word-19766 to Him a measure, manner, time or place; but if He
word-19804 what we pray, as St. Paul says, Romans viii; and God
word-19858 is right. They are the true worshipers, who worship God in
word-19907 upon the other side, and come too close with their tempting
word-20440 Christian who does not have time to pray without ceasing. But
word-20557 because it is not that true prayer which can be made
word-20625 of which we have no time now to speak more. For
word-20779 not allow us to find time and place, nay, often also
word-20817 know whether it is really true that he prays or not;
word-21734 Him, and are unwilling to come back before we are well,
word-21961 Thus St. Paul commanded his disciple Timothy: "
word-22092 for its sake that we come together. For this reason also
word-22165 and that we pray with true sympathy for them, in true
word-22170 and that we pray with true sympathy for them, in true
word-22893 not by the space of three years and six months. And
word-23001 should God do, if you come along with your mouth, book
word-23453 with men. And it is true that it has never been
word-24838 also may be able to come to hear God' s Word.
word-25142 that henceforth ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it may
word-25214 that henceforth ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it may
word-25852 so lavishly that they would come much nearer to fasting if
word-26471 and never point out its true use, limit, fruit, cause and
word-26615 they had for a long time had much experience of fasting,
word-26958 of another that He may come to His own work." What
word-27177 and thank God when they come upon him. For when they
word-27183 and thank God when they come upon him. For when they
word-27443 forever. Lo! these are the three parts of man: reason, desire,
word-27464 forever. Lo! these are the three parts of man: reason, desire,
word-27564 a pretty, golden ring these three Commandments and their works naturally
word-28011 which we pray for the true Sabbath and rest, peaceful cessation
word-28093 just as in the first three it is exercised in works
word-28186 excellent works of the first three Commandments there are no better
word-28382 not contrary to the first three Commandments; in addition, when they
word-28494 mingled with love is the true honor; the other fear without
word-28637 God according to the first three Commandments, there the child' s
word-28952 Here there is indeed mutual honor, here there is mutual love,
word-29014 God according to the first three Commandments; hence also they cannot
word-29177 pleasure, love, enjoyment, possessions and honor, but let God' s love
word-29222 and fulfilment of the first three and the last six Commandments
word-29269 children, that the generation to come might know them and declare
word-29382 God, according to the first three Commandments, is to be more
word-30667 orders, binds and looses, and honor, fear and love the spiritual
word-30676 orders, binds and looses, and honor, fear and love the spiritual
word-30697 not contrary to the first three Commandments.
word-30950 fine young people. So St. Paul teaches his disciple Titus, that
word-30990 himself; nay, it has, alas! come to such a pass that
word-31166 for him. For in the time of the Apostles, when Christendom
word-31219 It is time that we pray God for
word-31406 take hold of the first three Commandments and the First Table,
word-31436 take hold of the first three Commandments and the First Table,
word-31507 to rise higher, in our time nothing comes from Rome but
word-31599 God' s Name and honor come to naught, and faith is
word-31726 instituted to blaspheme God' s honor, to destroy Christendom, body and
word-31967 Lo! these are the true Turks, whom the kings, princes
word-32269 considered except God' s first three Commandments, against which neither Rome,
word-32335 obey the temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus
word-32393 obey the temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus
word-32672 and faith and the first three Commandments. But the spiritual power
word-33166 the others, but also in honor, discipline, virtue and the soul'
word-33295 all sorts of misfortune may come to others thereby. So we
word-33583 XVI. Three special, distinct works all rulers
word-33642 loss of temporal wealth has come and daily is coming upon
word-33755 prepare for the life to come by dying daily. If some
word-33857 usury. See, these are the three Jews, as men say, who
word-33951 God in heaven, that some time a government might be established
word-34272 and mistresses. Of this St. Paul says, Titus ii: " Thou
word-34618 in imperfection. Of this St. Paul says, Colossians iv, " Masters,
word-34828 matter St. Peter and St. Paul have said much. But this
word-35476 ought rather give up goods, honor, body, and life, that God'
word-35802 they had taken away goods, honor, life, friends and everything. Nay,
word-36049 who afflicts him in goods, honor, body or friends, and thereby
word-36087 evil against him; let him come forward who asks what he
word-36309 III. But where there is true meekness, there the heart is
word-36329 III. But where there is true meekness, there the heart is
word-36501 nothing. My own possessions, my honor, my injury, I must not
word-36939 over and lamented, as St. Paul does, Romans vii: " I
word-37028 other hand, the holy Apostle Paul calls fasting, watching and labor
word-37159 are ground to powder and come to naught.
word-37341 this, let him for a time give himself up to be
word-37756 more; and although for a time it is quiet, it comes
word-39124 life and limb, goods and honor, friends and all that he
word-39600 evil spirit has at no time been able to endure, and
word-39794 the Word of God has come to light; for the world
word-39848 the Word of God has come to light; for the world
word-39879 life and limb, goods and honor, and all that they have,
word-39970 life and limb, goods and honor, and all that they have,
word-40065 honor of men, lets them come and go as they please;
word-40570 are drawn together by St. Paul into one, Romans vii, and
word-240 declares his conviction that faith alone justifies, as can be seen
word-888 the composition he had nothing else in view but the preparation
word-1061 lays the greatest stress upon this, for he writes: " Though
word-1074 a great many, and must hear it daily, who think lightly
word-1152 thereafter.... Most willingly I will leave the honor of greater things
word-1391 doctrine of justification by faith alone might have upon the morals
word-1746 numbered. But in spite of this, the plan of the whole
word-1929 and that she designated these alone as truly good works, while
word-2222 or the wife, who only look for love and favor from
word-2249 they are to do, to leave undone, to say, to leave
word-2254 they are to do, to leave undone, to say, to leave
word-2589 the fundamental part he has said with emphasis, that the believer,
word-3142 rents and the common brothels. This, by divine and human right,
word-3881 concerning the way of salvation. This, too, accounts for the fact
word-3906 doctrine of justification by faith alone resulted in moral laxity, and
word-4154 of 1520 were casting all else into the shadow. Melanchthon, in
word-4613 although I know and daily hear many people, who think slightingly
word-4698 benefit to the Church, I leave others to judge. But I
word-4779 I will most gladly leave to any one else the
word-4783 gladly leave to any one else the honor of greater things,
word-4873 or begged any one to hear me, or to read my
word-4905 or begged any one to hear me, or to read my
word-4951 Even though there were nothing else to urge me, it should
word-5155 do good works needs nothing else than to know God' s
word-5200 do good works needs nothing else than to know God' s
word-5322 He hath sent." When we hear or preach this word, we
word-5466 these same men do nothing else but teach good works. Now
word-5648 only of praying in church, fasting, and almsgiving. Other works they
word-5699 So teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way with joy, eat
word-6178 the other virtues; although faith alone makes all other works good,
word-6355 because of the faith which alone is, works and lives in
word-6440 is well done; as Samuel said to Saul: " The Spirit
word-6621 what they are to do, leave undone, say, not say, think?
word-6628 say, not say, think? Confidence alone teaches them all this, and
word-6632 Confidence alone teaches them all this, and more. They make no
word-7126 upon me and does not leave me, for He is standing
word-7225 to them, and yet they go and do some good works,
word-7494 For how could they here look for good things and grace
word-7611 distinction among good works, but go lumbering along: if only they
word-7621 distinction among good works, but go lumbering along: if only they
word-7669 any such confidence, and they look for good only after the
word-7778 which means: " Since I alone am God, thou shalt place
word-7833 Him with the heart, and look to Him for all good,
word-7980 directed and measured. Compared with this, other works are just as
word-8018 hope and love. As I said above, such faith and confidence
word-8084 Him with the heart, and look to Him for all good,
word-8168 addition had all the prayers, fasting, obedience, patience, chastity, and innocence
word-8300 run hither and thither, and look for counsel and help everywhere
word-9419 learn to do and to leave undone all things in such
word-9575 it is as if I said to a sick man: "
word-10045 prescribed decorations, with reading, praying, fasting, singing, adorning of churches, organ
word-10274 lest we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and
word-10614 no heed to what is said of faith, and fight against
word-10630 Christ did and taught, let go their way, that the blind
word-11137 your works or merit, but alone from Jesus Christ, and is
word-11496 for very much might be said of it. We will now
word-11536 not take it in vain. This, like all the other works,
word-11590 And although I have said above, and it is true,
word-11797 works also help to do this, as St. Peter says, II.
word-11988 s grace, it is nothing else than an evidence and badge
word-12068 hand, suffer adversity? But what else are God' s blessings and
word-12099 hand, suffer adversity? But what else are God' s blessings and
word-12737 devising, or of works which look like these true works, but
word-12770 the people of Israel: " Hear ye this, ye which are
word-12772 of Israel: " Hear ye this, ye which are called by
word-12959 to praise themselves or to hear themselves praised, honored and glorified
word-13116 Holy Scriptures, to read or hear the heathen books and histories.
word-13245 if a man had nothing else to do except this second
word-13321 holy Name of God, which alone should be honored, is taken
word-13422 who do the good and leave the evil undone out of
word-13447 who do the good and leave the evil undone out of
word-13451 who do the good and leave the evil undone out of
word-13615 they do the good and leave the evil for the sake
word-13662 they do the good and leave the evil for the sake
word-13768 that nothing evil can be said of him, and that he
word-14204 grievous sins, that His Name alone may be honored; and thus
word-14613 xxiii, " Ye shall not go aside from My commandments to
word-15219 to the fortunetellers; one seeks this, another that, if only they
word-15286 two Commandments, in that men look to the devil, men or
word-15402 also commands us confidently to look for it, and gives and
word-15529 is it not rather He alone Who will keep faith? A
word-15634 trust Him, yet were sin alone more than sufficient to train
word-15748 each one of them is alone sufficient to fight a man,
word-16064 of all men, as Christ said to His disciples: " Ye
word-16226 sake of which we let go and give up all other
word-16871 does not God do it alone and Himself, since He can
word-16979 does not God do it alone and Himself, since He can
word-16993 does not God do it alone and Himself, since He can
word-17144 they use, saying that Christ said of them, " He that
word-17176 say, to do, and to leave undone what they please; put
word-17244 and not their work. How else could we know whether their
word-17268 what extent we are to hear and to follow them, and
word-17300 what extent we are to hear and to follow them, and
word-17355 willing to do and to leave undone against such blasphemers for
word-17527 or the lowest priest had said it, or had done it
word-17564 or the lowest priest had said it, or had done it
word-17967 favor, are nothing, as was said above. Hence it would also
word-18045 it is sufficient that we look on at the mass with
word-18053 the mass with our eyes, hear the preaching with our ears,
word-18144 it is sufficient that we look on at the mass with
word-18148 the mass with our eyes, hear the preaching with our ears,
word-18389 not that what Christ has said is true, and consider the
word-18435 of all your sins, what else is it, than as if
word-18481 present! but how few who hear them with such faith and
word-18723 sermon ought to be nothing else than the proclamation of this
word-18733 this testament. But who can hear it if no one preaches
word-18814 to enjoy them." So we look on at unnumbered masses and
word-18980 a grievous sin not to hear the Gospel, and to despise
word-19018 a grievous sin not to hear the Gospel, and to despise
word-19059 As oft as ye do this, remember me"; that is, as
word-19675 of souls, so that they go their way, babbling much with
word-19789 we think, we are to leave it to Him; for frequently
word-19839 we think, we are to leave it to Him; for frequently
word-19887 hand against this Commandment, and go far astray with their unbelief.
word-19974 Second, is to be nothing else than a doing and keeping
word-20399 were commanded, would not prayer alone suffice to exercise the whole
word-20960 pure mercy has promised to hear and to be gracious to
word-21331 of men, do not gladly hear mass and sermon, are indolent
word-21407 Then go forward into the Second Table
word-21556 Look you, wretched man! if you
word-21624 you believe that God shall hear most of all when you
word-21896 XI. All this has been said of prayer for personal needs,
word-22286 own petty prayers, one for this, the other for that, and
word-22327 the Confession of Sins is said and prayer is made on
word-22542 prayer. Gleefully he lets us go on building churches, endowing many
word-22993 upon God when the mouth alone mumbles.
word-23184 their need earnestly, and then leave it to his mercy, in
word-23231 for He has promised to hear such prayer, which no earthly
word-23368 Prayer. Open your eyes and look into your life and the
word-23726 yet dare, unafraid and unashamed, go to church, hear mass, say
word-23729 and unashamed, go to church, hear mass, say prayers, and regard
word-24140 single work of the mass, look on your neighbor' s sin
word-24443 evil race, who do nothing else than heap abuse on those
word-24734 in the church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make
word-24840 in the church, see mass, hear God' s Word and make
word-24991 more, that we let God alone work in us and that
word-25239 Then follow the good works,— fasting, watching, labor, of which some
word-25281 our work cease and God alone work in us, is accomplished
word-25486 power." We see proof of this, when the children of Israel
word-25660 must kill and quiet with fasting, watching and labor, and from
word-25692 their castigation, whether it be fasting, watching or labor, only because
word-25881 their castigation, whether it be fasting, watching or labor, only because
word-25902 day, food and quantity for fasting, as he will, on condition
word-25926 day, food and quantity for fasting, as he will, on condition
word-25948 father- confessor or any one else whosoever have commanded it. For
word-25960 day, food and quantity for fasting, as he will, on condition
word-25998 for the sake of which alone the fasting, watching and labor
word-26000 day, food and quantity for fasting, as he will, on condition
word-26026 day, food and quantity for fasting, as he will, on condition
word-26092 body and stomach injured through fasting, or that it is not
word-26110 flesh, he shall let fasting alone entirely, and eat, sleep, be
word-26152 body and stomach injured through fasting, or that it is not
word-26176 and its lusts. Where men go beyond this, and the fasting,
word-26178 lusts. Where men go beyond this, and the fasting, eating, sleeping,
word-26181 body and stomach injured through fasting, or that it is not
word-26325 said, in the practice of fasting, watching and labor, we are
word-26333 labor, we are not to look upon the works in themselves,
word-26465 because they continually prate of fasting, and never point out its
word-26508 because they continually prate of fasting, and never point out its
word-26620 time had much experience of fasting, although they have never tried
word-26921 abuse; whereby He seeks nothing else than that He may drive
word-27010 is not disturbed, whether it go well or ill with him,
word-27932 s Prayer. The first is this, that we say: " Our
word-28024 works, that God' s work alone be done in us, and
word-28051 God' s kingdom is nowhere else except within you." The fourth
word-28143 Let this, then, suffice as a plain,
word-28350 this: that we obey them, look up to, esteem and heed
word-28652 broken, and it must do, leave undone, and suffer what its
word-28725 resents the correction. Beside all this, there are some so wicked
word-28816 But what is said and commanded of parents must
word-29126 him, II. Kings xxi. What else is it but to sacrifice
word-29163 way of God? let them go their way, and be burned
word-29337 child. But we blind men leave this untouched, and seek all
word-29539 her royal crown, and yet said to God, Esther xiv, "
word-29587 I must do it and go before the people." The heart
word-29800 also He permits them to go their way, with cares and
word-29825 parents, although they had nothing else to do, could attain salvation
word-29859 parents, although they had nothing else to do, could attain salvation
word-29939 to mortify themselves by praying, fasting, watching, working, to attend worship
word-29947 to attend worship and to hear God' s Word, and to
word-30299 that they kill themselves with fasting, praying, making pilgrimages, and do
word-30513 Just as it has been said of the other Commandments, that
word-30579 let such works be nothing else than an exhortation and exercise
word-30593 that he trust God and look to Him for blessings and
word-30860 be. But spiritual authority should look to it, that adultery, unchastity,
word-31194 were Christians. How may things go when one bishop wants to
word-31392 we do not do and leave undone all that they prescribe.
word-32259 to follow. For here nothing else shall and must be considered
word-32296 they think they can prevent this, amounts to nothing; just as
word-32582 as the Turk is now said to do. For to suffer
word-32801 for it may do and leave undone what it will, my
word-33378 he were walking alone; when alone he may walk, jump, and
word-33500 not drive long, all will go to smash.
word-34437 heart is only set on this, that they gladly do and
word-34443 that they gladly do and leave undone what they know pleases
word-34573 maids and workingmen roughly, not look to all things too closely,
word-34830 Peter and St. Paul have said much. But this has its
word-34858 But all that has been said of these works is included
word-34977 people do; let him not look to this work or to
word-34993 people do; let him not look to this work or to
word-35190 them, but in our blindness look for them elsewhere. This Christ
word-35224 He is in the desert, go not forth; behold, He is
word-35264 effort to do and to leave undone what their over- lords
word-35285 be torn or driven from this, whatever another do. Let no
word-35306 whether it be prayer or fasting, or by whatever name it
word-35421 if a prince desired to go to war, and his cause
word-35914 words; and yet, with all this, we have our many holidays,
word-35920 we have our many holidays, hear masses, say our prayers, establish
word-35967 allow God' s Commandment to go to complete ruin, and no
word-36628 God. Behold, a short Commandment this, but it presents a long,
word-36709 is not commanded and to leave undone what is commanded. We
word-36746 idleness and frippery. Yet we go our way as if we
word-36761 have been to church, have said our little prayer, have observed
word-37030 the holy Apostle Paul calls fasting, watching and labor godly weapons,
word-37045 mastered; but, as has been said above, these exercises must do
word-37062 Above all this, the strongest defence is prayer
word-37194 now no one uses prayer, fasting, watching, labor for this purpose,
word-37271 the opposite sex, nor even look upon them, and whatsoever else
word-37276 look upon them, and whatsoever else may be conducive to chastity.
word-37336 himself; if he cannot do this, let him for a time
word-37586 incentive and admonition to prayer, fasting, watching, laboring, and to other
word-38182 what need has he to look elsewhere? Let him take heed
word-38302 clothed, since God cares for this, and knows that we have
word-40067 men, lets them come and go as they please; as is
word-40457 weakened faith, and has not said how a man, although he
word-412 whole question as to the right and wrong of indulgences by
word-1293 her emphatic teaching of good works. Luther, on the other hand,
word-1326 of discipline had slackened and that, as a necessary consequence, lawlessness
word-1360 her emphatic teaching of good works. Luther, on the other hand,
word-1977 is the essence of good works. Whenever the essence of good
word-2355 does not forbid this and that, nor does it require this
word-2614 own accord and at all times does good works " as
word-3316 heart, which will at all times defend the truth, as the
word-3912 resulted in moral laxity, and that, on the other hand, the
word-5399 establish endowments, do this or that, lead a good life before
word-5411 and yet if you should ask them whether they are sure
word-5470 nothing else but teach good works. Now all these works are
word-5571 III. If you ask further, whether they count it
word-5713 know that God accepteth thy works. Let thy garments be always
word-6861 on this day and on that, makes confession here, and makes
word-6873 on this day and on that, makes confession here, and makes
word-6995 slight and weak; let us ask further, whether they believe that
word-7451 anger." To believe at such times that God, in His mercy,
word-7579 true, genuine, thoroughly good, believing works. In this no one opposes
word-8106 do not at at all times trust God and do not
word-8286 never be converted to the right way. Such too are all
word-9308 creatures, this Commandment would yet ask enough of him, and more
word-9326 live and walk at all times in faith and confidence toward
word-9406 life and works at all times exercise himself in this faith;
word-9739 would of himself at all times do good works, as his
word-10490 faith, who would gladly do right and learn, and yet cannot
word-10527 led them so deeply into works. They must be gently and
word-10599 led them so deeply into works. They must be gently and
word-10659 pleasing to God, when at times I fall, and talk, eat,
word-10700 not set it above all works. For it is the highest
word-11165 exceeding sweet and kindly, in that, while we were yet sinners,
word-11623 compared with faith and its works. Measured by one another there
word-12013 under this Commandment at all times and never be without the
word-12306 judgment of God, that at times a poor man, in whom
word-12462 the Second Commandment and its works. Of all this we have
word-12876 and thanksgiving ought also of right never to cease or end.
word-13155 nor could be men of power and worth, who are not
word-13657 works are not satisfactory and right before God, and so leave
word-13669 works are not satisfactory and right before God, and so leave
word-14387 that is, not what seems right and good to you, but
word-14416 that is, not what seems right and good to you, but
word-14569 might easily forget all other works. But the evil spirit, who
word-14591 evil works, fights on our right through self- devised works that
word-14620 evil works, fights on our right through self- devised works that
word-14944 bold and to misuse the times of prosperity. Yea, here he
word-14952 bold and to misuse the times of prosperity. Yea, here he
word-14984 and ten thousand on the right hand."
word-15221 fortunetellers; one seeks this, another that, if only they may thereby
word-15714 the world seeks riches, favor, power and honor, the evil spirit
word-15844 enemies." These works and the power of God' s Name have
word-16616 here would be many good works. For the greater portion of
word-16789 to travel far or to ask after good works? And if
word-17138 place they sit and whose power they use, saying that Christ
word-17863 it is the first and right table of Moses, on which
word-17880 it is the first and right table of Moses, on which
word-17987 s days, since in our times the works done on them
word-18159 will briefly explain these three works.
word-18379 first works of this Commandment right well, that he doubt not
word-18559 For this reason in olden times no open sinner was allowed
word-18808 riches, and giveth him not power to enjoy them." So we
word-19084 dreadful and horrible in our times to be a bishop, pastor
word-19217 tell you of a truth that, before you have uttered the
word-19250 tell you of a truth that, before you have uttered the
word-19294 or something better than we ask will be given in its
word-19448 who, if his son shall ask bread, will he give him
word-19459 who, if his son shall ask bread, will he give him
word-19471 who, if his son shall ask bread, will he give him
word-19517 who, if his son shall ask bread, will he give him
word-19608 when he says: " You ask much and receive not, because
word-19615 when he says: " You ask much and receive not, because
word-20215 your prayer or in other works. Nay, you shall thank God
word-20387 who attempts it with his works.
word-20424 established, as indeed in olden times some Fathers prayed day and
word-20487 and that of other men, ask for help, make petition, and
word-20793 a man is worthy to ask anything of such a Majesty
word-21385 lay before God, lament and ask for help, and with all
word-21504 as not to want to ask for such things, unless they
word-21555 favor, but with their own works.
word-21580 upon God, this Saint and that, and do not wait until
word-21658 and do not want to ask for faith, hope, love, humility,
word-22290 for this, the other for that, and have nothing but self-
word-22507 on earth has no greater power or work than such common
word-22733 XIII. The power of this prayer we see
word-22745 the fact that in olden times Abraham prayed for the five
word-23031 if some one were to ask you what it all was
word-23141 they do who wish to ask a favor of great princes.
word-23340 But if you ask what you shall speak of
word-23946 against these spiritual and many times worse Turks, these are themselves
word-24280 the last day will not ask how much you have prayed,
word-24496 splendid life in manifold good works.
word-25262 the purpose of these good works. Therefore we will now also
word-25313 be so made and ordered that, in the first place, when
word-25357 shalt not do what is right in thine own eyes."
word-25416 so various, and besides at times so nimble, so subtile and
word-25807 itself: when they have performed that, they think they have done
word-25914 he do not stop with that, but have regard to his
word-26514 watching, laboring, eating this or that, has already ceased, and there
word-26580 mind; so some men jump right in and say it is
word-26683 the reason why it is right to do so, and thus
word-26717 the reason why it is right to do so, and thus
word-27202 redeemed from all his sinful works. Thus says David: " Precious
word-27493 give Him room for His works.
word-27520 God' s favor, in order that, as has been said, all
word-28168 are the highest of good works.
word-28527 There is no honor in that, for it is a fear
word-28705 as they ought ( at times even unjustly, which, however, does
word-29494 must be taught to grieve that, without its own will, it
word-29779 experienced that they ought to ask God also for the marriage
word-30125 parents? Where are they that ask after good works? Here none
word-30315 God will, after all, not ask them about these things at
word-31073 pardons more than it has power to pardon. I will here
word-31228 God for mercy. Of spiritual power we have much; but of
word-31367 Apostle has said, that those times shall be perilous in which
word-31385 as if we resisted their power if we do not do
word-31719 s Name and the spiritual power were instituted to blaspheme God'
word-31768 and first see by what right that which has been founded
word-31886 reasonable, gentle way inform them that, if they wish to care
word-32379 the work of the temporal power to protect its subjects, and
word-32536 its power, whether it do right or wrong, cannot harm the
word-32641 great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual, when
word-32653 great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual, when
word-32677 great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual, when
word-32729 great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual, when
word-32746 great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual, when
word-32771 great danger in the temporal power as in the spiritual, when
word-32830 Therefore, also, the temporal power is a very small thing
word-32854 its sake, whether it do right or wrong, we should resist,
word-32870 Therefore, also, the temporal power is a very small thing
word-32928 XIV. In this power also there is much abuse.
word-33213 wise and not at all times undertake to enforce his own
word-33276 foolish saying: I have a right to it, therefore I will
word-33661 would truly give the temporal power enough to do, for the
word-33680 would truly give the temporal power enough to do, for the
word-34600 be done perfectly at all times among any class of men,
word-34689 care that the servants do right and learn to fear God.
word-34983 to this work or to that, whether it be splendid or
word-35042 chasing him. This is the right road that leads him to
word-35112 this place, a third to that, just as if good works
word-35338 often does, that the temporal power and authorities, as they are
word-38319 say: " Yes, rely upon that, take no thought, and see
word-38777 manner of good deed is that, if we are liberal only
word-39860 that time, so at all times there are few who stand
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word-23 The Occasion of the Work.— Luther did not impose himself as
word-385 it is well known that Luther was moved by his duty
word-492 it is well known that Luther was moved by his duty
word-583 it is well known that Luther was moved by his duty
word-639 Instruction concerning certain Articles, which might be ascribed and imputed to
word-743 it is well known that Luther was moved by his duty
word-838 to the Elector, who reminded Luther of a promise he had
word-846 to the Elector, who reminded Luther of a promise he had
word-880 to the Elector, who reminded Luther of a promise he had
word-1055 general. In the dedicatory preface Luther lays the greatest stress upon
word-1178 Since Luther had dedicated the afore- mentioned
word-1353 Since Luther had dedicated the afore- mentioned
word-1373 Since Luther had dedicated the afore- mentioned
word-1392 of justification by faith alone might have upon the morals of
word-1466 informata, a formed or ornate faith. The former was held to
word-1541 Now, since Luther had opposed the doctrine of
word-1608 Now, since Luther had opposed the doctrine of
word-1660 Now, since Luther had opposed the doctrine of
word-1786 is the more important part. Luther well knew of the charges
word-2260 This faith, Luther continues, is " the true
word-2440 faith and good works, so Luther now addresses his opponents, should
word-2574 according to the other commandments. Luther does not proceed to this
word-2808 exercise and proof of faith, Luther especially mentions the proper hearing
word-2850 Luther discusses the Fourth Commandment as
word-3244 this faith in God the Spirit will teach us to avoid
word-3246 in God the Spirit will teach us to avoid unchaste thoughts
word-3585 only to the outward work always especially mentioned, Luther' s argument
word-3603 of the Law, which the Lord had given in the Sermon
word-3605 Law, which the Lord had given in the Sermon on the
word-3784 era ( Galatians 3:22-25) when Luther in this treatise declared, and
word-3823 This proposition, which Luther here amplifies more clearly than
word-4326 Margrave of Meissen, my gracious Lord and Patron.
word-4345 feeble prayer for your Grace always remembered!
word-4385 my disposal; but I have always considered my powers too feeble
word-4407 Since, however, my most gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony, Elector
word-4552 Since, however, my most gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony, Elector
word-4892 of that which God has given me and which I owe
word-5468 men do nothing else but teach good works. Now all these
word-5562 men do nothing else but teach good works. Now all these
word-5567 teach real good works of faith.
word-5694 done, spoken or thought in faith.
word-5718 works. Let thy garments be always white; and let thy head
word-5748 works. Let thy garments be always white; and let thy head
word-5757 let all our works be good, whatever they may be, without
word-5801 John viii: " I do always those things that please Him."
word-5936 that they do must be good, or the evil that they
word-6005 pleases God, the work is good, even if it were so
word-6031 pleases God, the work is good, even if it were so
word-6077 and no other work, has given us the name of "
word-6161 beside other virtues, and have given it a work of its
word-6183 alone makes all other works good, acceptable and worthy, in that
word-6234 alone makes all other works good, acceptable and worthy, in that
word-6276 hope. For God gives His Spirit at once to him who
word-6287 trusts Him, as St. Paul says to the Galatians: " You
word-6294 hope. For God gives His Spirit at once to him who
word-6444 said to Saul: " The Spirit of the Lord will come
word-6447 " The Spirit of the Lord will come upon thee, and
word-6527 said to Saul: " The Spirit of the Lord will come
word-7076 is hidden, as the bride says in the Song of Songs:
word-7153 is hidden, as the bride says in the Song of Songs:
word-7215 reason, too, their suffering is always an offence and harmful to
word-7252 trust God and retain a good, firm confidence in Him, and
word-7320 in the sight of the Lord is the death of His
word-7366 faith excel all works of faith. Therefore between such works and
word-7520 on the lowest step of faith.
word-7529 I have, as I said, always praised faith, and rejected all
word-7577 to the true, genuine, thoroughly good, believing works. In this no
word-7630 to the true, genuine, thoroughly good, believing works. In this no
word-7838 look to Him for all good, grace and favor, whether in
word-7857 joy or sorrow; as the Lord Christ says to the heathen
word-7859 sorrow; as the Lord Christ says to the heathen woman, John
word-7878 God must worship Him in spirit and in truth." And this
word-8003 sorrow; as the Lord Christ says to the heathen woman, John
word-8047 at the same instant with faith. For I could not trust
word-8542 no one before God without faith. So utterly and roundly does
word-9140 above another cannot exist beside faith. For faith desires to be
word-9182 above another cannot exist beside faith. For faith desires to be
word-9271 of faith, we shall neither teach nor do works? Does not
word-9464 the exercise and work of faith. In brief, nothing can be
word-9500 all things please God. So says St. Paul: " Dear brethren,
word-9538 the exercise and work of faith. In brief, nothing can be
word-9662 XIV. You might say: " Why then do
word-9947 third class are wicked men, always ready for sins; these must
word-10004 as a terror to the good, but to the evil." The
word-10073 also learn to know the faith. Although there is great danger
word-10113 third class are wicked men, always ready for sins; these must
word-10115 which they ought always to teach along with these works, just
word-10166 and not despise them, but teach them the true way of
word-10172 them the true way of faith. So St. Paul teaches, Romans
word-10189 and not despise them, but teach them the true way of
word-10413 discourse we have undertaken to teach what righteous and good works
word-10990 are without guilt and are good, not by their own nature,
word-11039 written, Psalm cxlvii: " The Lord taketh pleasure in them that
word-11408 never read that the Holy Spirit was given to any one
word-11410 that the Holy Spirit was given to any one when he
word-11419 when he did works, but always when men have heard the
word-11494 and hastily, for very much might be said of it. We
word-12203 praising Thee." So also David says in Psalm xxxiv: " God'
word-12256 in the Name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God
word-12281 heaven here on earth and always have enough to do, as
word-12712 there are in Christendom, we might despair for very sorrow. And
word-13546 have their reward, as the Lord says, Matthew vi; and as
word-13566 reward: none of them is good, except only in the eyes
word-13792 to be zealous to do good, not only before God, but
word-13973 servant of God, Who has given him the honor in order
word-14251 would do good works, which always are at hand in great
word-14545 God' s commandments. He has given us such commandments that if
word-14564 a moment be idle, and might easily forget all other works.
word-14598 self- devised works that seem good, but against which God has
word-14730 the Second Commandment, as He says in Psalm 1: " Call
word-15148 of us, that He may teach us and drive us to
word-15198 be more than others; they teach men to make the sign
word-15719 power and honor, the evil spirit seeks pride, glory, that a
word-15787 " The Name of the Lord is a strong tower; the
word-15828 " The Name of the Lord is a strong tower; the
word-15975 Herein again much occasion is given for doing good and warding
word-16218 regard Him as the highest good, for the sake of which
word-16509 this vice in Christendom? God says in the lxxxii. Psalm, "
word-16700 he did all manner of good, made pilgrimages to Rome and
word-17017 alone, His Commandments would be given us in vain, because no
word-17055 His Name as the highest good, and for His sake risks
word-17218 to them in everything they might say and do, but only
word-17278 and this rule cannot be given by them, but must be
word-17331 that thus occasion may be given us to do the works
word-17647 One might shudder to be alive, simply
word-18033 the prayer is spoken without faith. It almost happens that men
word-18079 do not think that we might receive something out of the
word-18137 the Gospel, and do not teach the people how they ought
word-18210 is My Body, which is given for you"; in like manner
word-18427 His testament has bequeathed and given you forgiveness of all your
word-18464 His testament has bequeathed and given you forgiveness of all your
word-19297 than we ask will be given in its stead. So also
word-19303 in its stead. So also says St. James: " Let him
word-19340 in its stead. So also says St. James: " Let him
word-19401 Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall
word-19498 you yourselves are not naturally good, how much more shall your
word-19512 in heaven give a good spirit to all them that ask
word-19644 and work. If anything is given for it, it is none
word-19745 which he prays be not given him. For we are to
word-19864 worshipers, who worship God in spirit and in truth. For they
word-20184 because they have so little faith.
word-20253 and daily strengthen yourself in faith. For how many do you
word-20332 and daily strengthen yourself in faith. For how many do you
word-20340 long we live, we shall always have our hands full to
word-20500 this exercise and strengthen his faith.
word-20505 This is what the Lord means, Luke xviii, when He
word-20514 He says, " Men ought always to pray, and never cease,"
word-20756 Here the evil spirit hinders men with all his
word-20840 Here the evil spirit hinders men with all his
word-21141 " I cried unto the Lord with my voice; with my
word-21150 " I cried unto the Lord with my voice; with my
word-21538 of those false preachers, who teach men to begin, not with
word-22257 that prayer be of help, good, acceptable and a common prayer,
word-22422 every one with earnestness and faith.
word-22523 oppose it. This the evil spirit knows well, and therefore he
word-22882 are, and prayed, that it might not rain; and it rained
word-22931 be done with earnestness and faith. As David says, " The
word-22939 " The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and
word-22954 " The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and
word-23237 such prayer, which no earthly lord has done.
word-23555 not be found, as Isaiah says with tears, chapter lxiv: "
word-24675 goods; of which matter much might be said.
word-24927 and knew the Gospel, we might work every day if we
word-25040 s heart and senses incline always to the evil," that is,
word-25189 begins the strife between the spirit and the flesh; here the
word-25195 begins the strife between the spirit and the flesh; here the
word-25222 " They that are our Lord Christ' s have crucified the
word-26275 For the body is not given us that we should kill
word-26946 to peace, in us. Thus says Isaiah xxviii, " He does
word-26976 and trouble that He may teach us to have patience and
word-27204 all his sinful works. Thus says David: " Precious in the
word-27212 in the sight of the Lord is the death of His
word-27298 Likewise Psalm xxxiv: " The Lord is nigh unto all them
word-27318 were not enough, He has given us a powerful, strong example
word-27673 But when the evil spirit perceives such faith, such honoring
word-28302 else? Thus these seven Commandments teach us how we are to
word-28770 and has with benevolent intent given them such parents, to exercise
word-29030 and how they ought to teach and train them. For this
word-29080 to naught while all seems good, and that is fulfilled which
word-29238 since parents are commanded to teach them to their children, as
word-29270 that the generation to come might know them and declare them
word-29406 I call it, when they teach them to seek no more
word-30043 yea, a paradise. Of such says Psalm cxxviii: " Blessed are
word-30181 he will properly govern and teach himself and his child to
word-30411 not had children, perhaps they might have been saved. Truly, these
word-30734 its spiritual children to be good, in order that they might
word-30739 good, in order that they might have reason to do this
word-30879 like open sin and shame might be most severely punished and
word-30924 like open sin and shame might be most severely punished and
word-31034 honor and obedience should be given to the spiritual authority. But
word-32038 with all humility and honor), might destroy child, heir and everybody.
word-33318 war, however just his cause might be, unless there were sure
word-33354 net; the loss risked is always greater than the catch can
word-33566 examples and histories benefit and teach more than the laws and
word-33589 special, distinct works all rulers might do in our times, particularly
word-33766 men erred through ignorance, it might be borne; but that it
word-33954 that some time a government might be established that would do
word-34543 this faith makes all works good, yea, it must do them
word-34735 asking after good works, and might well forget the other showy,
word-34938 did nothing but miracles. So says St. Paul, Romans xii: "
word-35379 must say as St. Peter says to the rulers of the
word-35708 good man, so the evil spirit also would be meek if
word-36130 whereby he may curb his spirit and train his heart to
word-36547 with reproof and rebuke, yet always with pity for those who
word-36577 and as an exercise of faith. For if faith does not
word-36641 and as an exercise of faith. For if faith does not
word-36863 thus the Commandments of God teach us how great truly good
word-37105 consider Christ' s sufferings. Thus says Psalm cxxxvii: " Happy shall
word-37132 the heart runs to the Lord Christ with its evil thoughts
word-37180 than enough, and will be given many good works to do
word-37378 were established of old, to teach young people discipline and purity.
word-37412 this reason also Isaiah xi. says that " faith is a
word-37460 and in such faith the Spirit tells him of a certainty
word-37516 this reason also Isaiah xi. says that " faith is a
word-37526 need not that any man teach you: for the divine anointing,
word-37535 and in such faith the Spirit tells him of a certainty
word-37644 the flesh and the evil spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter
word-37662 desires and lusts, which war always against the soul." And St.
word-38019 II. Therefore the Wise Man says not in vain: " Happy
word-38376 condemned to labor, when God says to him, Genesis iii, "
word-38672 the cause of liberality is faith. For because a man trusts
word-38689 not doubt that he will always have enough; on the other
word-38936 all your life you will always have to do with the
word-38985 him to help him. So says St. Ambrose, " Feed the
word-39371 they yet have the unrighteous spirit and will, so that they
word-39596 of faith, which the evil spirit has at no time been
word-39606 been able to endure, and always so manages that the great
word-39702 and in its place they teach us their own law and
word-39786 rage against it, as has always happened when the Word of
word-40312 has not only set our Lord Jesus Christ before us that
word-2141 hell, and deny it all grace and mercy, as though He
word-2428 who will not dispense his grace and kindness gratis."
word-4233 works leads to God' s grace and good- will, are even
word-4344 my feeble prayer for your Grace always remembered!
word-4488 have hoped that your princely Grace likewise would not despise this
word-4968 have learned that your princely Grace is pleased with such German
word-5011 I pray that your princely Grace may accept this offering of
word-7412 hell, and sin, and refuses grace and mercy, as though it
word-7499 hell, and sin, and refuses grace and mercy, as though it
word-7544 without such faith, in order thereby to lead men from the
word-7643 no faith in God' s grace and approval. Indeed, they consider
word-7839 to Him for all good, grace and favor, whether in works
word-8125 death, trust in His favor, grace and good- will, but seek
word-8247 death, trust in His favor, grace and good- will, but seek
word-8264 death, trust in His favor, grace and good- will, but seek
word-8921 since He has promised His grace freely, and wills that we
word-9809 that God' s favor and grace rests upon them in all
word-10961 is, the knowledge of Thy grace through faith), and thereby hast
word-10965 Thy grace through faith), and thereby hast Thou put gladness in
word-11001 but by the mercy and grace of God because of the
word-11029 but by the mercy and grace of God because of the
word-11303 such a view of His grace must thou draw faith and
word-11832 to have other gods, and thereby commands that we have a
word-11920 to have other gods, and thereby commands that we have a
word-12344 when he fares ill, and thereby does a greater and more
word-14076 and honor, when God is thereby praised through the edification of
word-14695 sinful affections, that He may thereby urge man and give him
word-15226 that, if only they may thereby escape misfortune and be secure.
word-16209 and expect good from Him; thereby confessing that we regard Him
word-18309 the forgiveness of all sins, grace and mercy unto eternal life,
word-22392 because of our sin, and thereby makes us humble. This should
word-22586 very best, and think that thereby we have done our whole
word-24085 our ingratitude toward the endless grace which Christ has won for
word-24268 s need and of having thereby sinned against love? For Christ
word-24377 our neighbor, that we may thereby benefit others to their salvation.
word-28665 most gladly do otherwise; and thereby it finds occasion to despise
word-31982 to attack first: not seeking thereby their own benefit, but only
word-33685 power serve God better and thereby also improve their own land?
word-34241 praise of his gracious God, thereby to serve and benefit his
word-34304 this reason also: because they thereby bring the doctrine of Christ
word-36054 honor, body or friends, and thereby tries whether anger is still
word-36470 of them to death, and thereby made atonement before God. Likewise
word-38449 and see whether you will thereby fulfil God' s Commandment and
word-39270 to avoid loss or shame, thereby seeking their own advantage more
word-407 to put in issue the whole question as to the right
word-471 the Sermons on the Ten Commandments, which were published in 1518
word-564 to put in issue the whole question as to the right
word-589 to put in issue the whole question as to the right
word-867 his congregation he occasionally had made a similar promise to deliver
word-938 that it would become a whole booklet instead of a sermon;
word-1751 this, the plan of the whole is clear and lucid. Evidently
word-1758 this, the plan of the whole is clear and lucid. Evidently
word-1792 well knew of the charges made against him that " faith
word-1822 stone, nor any other precious thing had experienced so much augmentation
word-2294 on the one hand, the whole argument on faith, as the
word-2655 has applied his oft repeated words concerning the relation of faith
word-3171 the Second Table of the Commandments, but in speaking of the
word-3359 the Second Table of the Commandments, but in speaking of the
word-3488 and zealously urged by the whole church, Luther' s argument must
word-3626 and zealously urged by the whole church, Luther' s argument must
word-3665 and zealously urged by the whole church, Luther' s argument must
word-3839 than a breach with the whole of prevalent religious views, and
word-3928 than a breach with the whole of prevalent religious views, and
word-4579 precious stones, nor any rare thing has such manifold alloys and
word-5337 deem it a very little thing and easy to do, whereas
word-5603 for the nourishment of the body or for the common welfare,
word-5640 so narrowly that they are made to consist only of praying
word-5867 Him, because we keep His Commandments, and do those things that
word-6013 it were so small a thing as picking up a straw.
word-6123 That these words seem strange, and that some
word-6219 remain a work, but have made a habitus of it, as
word-6380 all the members of the body live, work and have their
word-6686 is a doubt, search is made for what is best; then
word-8160 works of all the other Commandments, and in addition had all
word-8562 have taken offence at his words and say: " Well, then,
word-8911 a fair of them, a thing which God cannot endure, since
word-9778 " The law is not made for a righteous man," that
word-11643 other. Just as in the body the members do not differ
word-12502 hit upon the two highest Commandments, faith and God' s honor.
word-13174 counted the best, who disregard body and life, friend and property
word-14331 and preached only God' s commandments, as one of them says,
word-14375 commanded you nothing, but this thing commanded I you: Obey My
word-14922 is no trial and every thing is and goes well; for
word-15117 the keeping of God' s commandments, as it is written, Judges
word-15282 God and the first two Commandments, in that men look to
word-15587 says, " Gold is a thing wherein men trust." But far
word-16701 did all manner of good, made pilgrimages to Rome and to
word-16970 the unrighteous, because they have made common cause with the unrighteous.
word-17036 the great works of these Commandments, and no one would test
word-17110 reason it seems a great thing and a dangerous to resist
word-17162 you, despiseth Me." On which words they lean heavily, become insolent
word-17976 would also be a good thing if there were fewer saint'
word-18191 Here we must repeat the words of Christ, when He institutes
word-18264 Here we must repeat the words of Christ, when He institutes
word-18267 In these words Christ has made for Himself a memorial or
word-18357 left with us His own Body and Blood under the bread
word-18581 present, the heart must be made joyful by the testament, and
word-19330 that he shall receive any thing of the Lord." This is
word-19530 stone- like, that such mighty words ought not to move him
word-19738 and heard, although the very thing for which he prays be
word-20373 one knows what a great thing it is to trust God
word-20404 alone suffice to exercise the whole life of man in faith?
word-20562 true prayer which can be made at all times, and without
word-20716 of heart to follow the words in deep devotion, that is,
word-20733 of heart to follow the words in deep devotion, that is,
word-21275 need than simply the Ten Commandments, in which you will find
word-21415 the Second Table of the Commandments, and see how disobedient you
word-21934 greater, and is to be made for all Christendom, for all
word-21978 that prayers and intercessions be made for all men, for kings,
word-22179 Where such prayers are not made in the mass, it were
word-22331 is said and prayer is made on the pulpit for all
word-22469 a prayer! What more terrible thing could happen to all the
word-22591 thereby we have done our whole duty. But in that meanwhile
word-23019 that you may finish the words and complete the number? So
word-23640 of My wrath." With these words God indicates how He wants
word-24511 higher work, which embraces the whole nature of man. Here it
word-25310 effort is to be so made and ordered that, in the
word-26087 confused and crazed or his body and stomach injured through fasting,
word-26272 For the body is not given us that
word-26571 pleading the ruin of the body or of the mind; so
word-26749 our property is taken, our body sick, and our honor taken
word-27275 in the Scriptures with many words and told us, Psalm xci,
word-27667 s self, and keeping the body under.
word-27742 For it is a great thing to retain a sure confidence
word-27945 in heaven"; these are the words of the first work of
word-28357 to, esteem and heed their words and example, accept what they
word-28627 instruct and direct them by words and works to serve God
word-28638 according to the first three Commandments, there the child' s own
word-28882 it all our life is made subject to other men. Hence
word-29383 according to the first three Commandments, is to be more highly
word-29480 for the protection of the body against cold and for nourishment.
word-29662 for the protection of the body against cold and for nourishment.
word-29697 me, are not these the words of a heart which despairs
word-29901 them, to give them good words and works as meat and
word-30203 commanded him to keep in body and soul, and would serve
word-30417 have been saved. Truly, these words ought to open the eyes
word-30517 been said of the other Commandments, that they are to be
word-31209 so much, this one the whole world, that one the fourth
word-31437 to or hinders these three Commandments, or does not help them;
word-31535 bishoprics, provostships, benefices, and every thing that has ever been founded
word-31730 s honor, to destroy Christendom, body and soul: we are indeed
word-32270 except God' s first three Commandments, against which neither Rome, nor
word-32546 the soul, but only the body and property; unless indeed it
word-32605 the soul, but only the body and property; unless indeed it
word-32835 power is a very small thing in God' s sight, and
word-33156 is destroyed, not only in body and property, as in the
word-33670 for the inroads they have made are wide and deep. And
word-33809 rent- charges, which in the whole world ruins, consumes and troubles
word-33865 rent- charges, which in the whole world ruins, consumes and troubles
word-33990 are maintained among Christians, a thing formerly altogether unheard of. It
word-34421 make pilgrimages or do this thing or the other; they have
word-34844 further explanation of the Ten Commandments, and is easily inferred from
word-35635 do not offend us with words nor with deeds. Such meekness
word-36009 but he who keeps His Commandments, shall enter into eternal life.
word-36050 afflicts him in goods, honor, body or friends, and thereby tries
word-36297 etc., if the thoughts and words of anger are so severely
word-36471 them to death, and thereby made atonement before God. Likewise it
word-36775 feasts, then we think our whole duty is done.
word-36833 of our ears, in the words of our mouth, in the
word-37213 they were in themselves the whole purpose, although they should be
word-37676 Ye shall not obey the body in its lusts." In these
word-38112 is called provision for the body and natural need, under cover
word-38256 upon gold, and never yet made gold my hope and confidence."
word-38735 also in all the other Commandments, and without such faith liberality
word-39687 so have abandoned the very thing because of which such witnessing
word-39753 heard again, without doubt the whole world would be aroused and
word-40447 the world and ruined it, made uneasy consciences, silenced and weakened
word-40517 The last two Commandments, which forbid evil desires of
word-40524 forbid evil desires of the body for pleasure and for temporal
word-40664 reason is profitable and a thing to be desired. To this
word-125 was in duty bound, by divine and human right, to lead
word-483 Sermons on the Lord' s Prayer, which were also published in
word-936 to Spalatin that it would become a whole booklet instead of
word-1298 works. Luther, on the other hand, had been accused— like the
word-1812 he knew, too, that " neither silver, gold and precious stone,
word-1961 reasons it is Luther' s highest object in this treatise to
word-2045 name be what it may, become good only when they flow
word-2122 is the assurance of the divine good will even though "
word-2292 he combines, on the one hand, the whole argument on faith,
word-2324 he combines, on the one hand, the whole argument on faith,
word-2642 of it," does such instruction become necessary.
word-2732 Commandment, namely, " to observe divine services with prayer and the
word-2819 of mass and of preaching, common prayer, bodily discipline and the
word-2820 mass and of preaching, common prayer, bodily discipline and the mortification
word-2882 children toward their parents, of parents toward their children, and of
word-2900 as well as in the common civil sphere. The various duties
word-3036 strange and evil works, like parents whose commands are contrary to
word-3057 strange and evil works, like parents whose commands are contrary to
word-3059 children do whose parents have become mad and insane. Kings, princes,
word-3140 sale of rents and the common brothels. This, by divine and
word-3144 the common brothels. This, by divine and human right, is a
word-3207 end. Faith which does not doubt that God is gracious, he
word-3265 the heart trusts in the divine favor, it cannot seek after
word-3916 and that, on the other hand, the fundamental and radical importance
word-3990 and that, on the other hand, the fundamental and radical importance
word-4571 Neither silver, gold, precious stones, nor
word-5075 permit, I will treat at another time of the Faith itself—
word-5263 are blind and despise the divine Commandments.
word-5460 and yet, on the other hand, these same men do nothing
word-5607 the body or for the common welfare, and whether they believe
word-5843 our heart condemns or frets us, God is greater than our
word-6151 reason and heathen ways, have set faith not above, but beside
word-6195 trusts God and does not doubt that for it all things
word-6235 the name of a good, divine work to no work except
word-6252 no wonder that they have become blind and leaders of the
word-6315 In this faith all works become equal, and one is like
word-6458 thou shalt be turned into another man; then do thou as
word-6586 we may see in a common human example. When a man
word-6806 pleases God. On the other hand, he who is not at
word-7185 has forsaken them and is become their enemy; they even lay
word-7390 Beyond all this is the highest stage of faith, when; God
word-7460 His mercy, is pleased with us, is the highest work that
word-7463 Beyond all this is the highest stage of faith, when; God
word-7513 certain in their works, and doubt even on the lowest step
word-7686 build their confidence not on divine favor, but on the works
word-7921 Commandment is the very first, highest and best, from which all
word-7963 Commandment is the very first, highest and best, from which all
word-8030 love and hope with them. Nay, if we see it aright,
word-8208 them; against which Christ warns us, Matthew vii: " Beware of
word-8784 been said. But if we doubt or do not believe that
word-8799 us and is pleased with us, or if we presumptuously expect
word-8869 been said. But if we doubt or do not believe that
word-8884 a thousand who does not set his confidence upon the works,
word-9056 hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain nor yet
word-9136 urging of one work above another cannot exist beside faith. For
word-9231 chief work of faith they regard not at all.
word-9270 preach of faith, we shall neither teach nor do works? Does
word-9895 things as they happen to us, so that a man is
word-10426 are now speaking of the highest work, it is clear that
word-10596 shattered and confused, and retain neither faith nor works. But the
word-10685 question shows that you still regard faith as a work among
word-10696 other works, and do not set it above all works. For
word-10705 works. For it is the highest work for this very reason,
word-10770 rises again and does not doubt that its sin is already
word-11126 necessary to know. First: Without doubt faith does not come from
word-11221 yet sinners Christ died for us, how much more then, being
word-11324 does not begin with works, neither do they create it, but
word-11627 its works. Measured by one another there is a difference, and
word-11731 lightly esteemed, and has indeed become unknown. Therefore we must examine
word-12063 blessings, or, on the other hand, suffer adversity? But what else
word-12501 has hit upon the two highest Commandments, faith and God' s
word-12691 are truly the most rare, highest works, next to faith, so
word-12798 of the God of Israel neither in truth, nor in righteousness";
word-13026 sin, and yet the most common of all, and, alas! little
word-13083 this terrible vice as the highest virtue, and this makes it
word-13302 many other lesser good works, nay, through other good works we
word-13528 They who have not, or regard not this motive, and let
word-13727 God: far worse, if they become accustomed to do good for
word-14094 us and not God in us, we are not to endure
word-14121 grievous sin and robbery of divine honor.
word-14501 sign unto thee upon thine hand, and for a memorial between
word-14808 fulfilling of the first and highest Commandment. This is the experience
word-14847 says, " Because he hath set his hope upon Me, therefore
word-14937 tempted to forget God, to become too bold and to misuse
word-15144 exceedingly careful is He of us, that He may teach us
word-15212 one arms himself with letters, another runs to the fortunetellers; one
word-15220 one arms himself with letters, another runs to the fortunetellers; one
word-15445 urge, but only promises, is set above God, Who promises, urges
word-15523 if a man trusts Him? Nay, is it not rather He
word-15599 is the courage which the highest eternal Good gives, wherein trust,
word-15799 runneth into it, and is set aloft." And David, Psalm cxvi:
word-15850 of God' s Name have become unknown to us, because we
word-15853 Name have become unknown to us, because we are not accustomed
word-16213 Him; thereby confessing that we regard Him as the highest good,
word-16217 we regard Him as the highest good, for the sake of
word-16569 continues: " They know not, neither will they understand; they walk
word-16971 unrighteous, because they have made common cause with the unrighteous. Just
word-17054 and His Name as the highest good, and for His sake
word-17166 which words they lean heavily, become insolent and bold to say,
word-17521 to trouble them whether the highest or the lowest priest had
word-17742 make martyrs. Of this more another time.
word-17777 and in the assurance of divine favor; and how much we
word-18335 died, whereby this testament has become permanent and irrevocable. In proof
word-18383 Commandment right well, that he doubt not that what Christ has
word-18521 of soul and long for divine mercy, and desire to be
word-18693 or wherefore, and consequently we neither give thanks nor love nor
word-18714 little prayer. Of this more another time.
word-18840 if it were any other common good work by itself. O
word-19111 it, although this is their highest and only duty and obligation.
word-19180 wise that we do not doubt that we shall be heard.
word-19203 by no means despise your prayer, as if it were in
word-19349 does not trust, receives nothing, neither that which he asks, nor
word-19627 confidence is not in the prayer, the prayer is dead, and
word-19663 and help for the soul; nay, to the great injury and
word-19712 confidence is not in the prayer, the prayer is dead, and
word-19757 our need before God in prayer, but not prescribe to Him
word-19781 to us better or in another way than we think, we
word-19828 so that there be no doubt that the prayer is acceptable
word-19896 their unbelief. But they who set a limit for Him, sin
word-19927 should err from His Commandment neither to the left nor to
word-19937 should err from His Commandment neither to the left nor to
word-20128 is, of the First and highest Commandment), there is no one
word-20216 prayer or in other works. Nay, you shall thank God with
word-20431 Fathers prayed day and night. Nay, there is no Christian who
word-20637 belongs to the Lord' s Prayer, in which all petitions and
word-20738 words say, and not to doubt that it will be heard:
word-20782 to find time and place, nay, often also raise doubts, whether
word-20882 indeed be wise, and not doubt that he and his prayer
word-21338 and sermon, are indolent in prayer, in which things every one
word-21618 who is in bodily danger. Nay, you believe that God shall
word-21754 could help the body, and another God who could help the
word-22076 This common prayer is precious and the
word-22105 is called a House of Prayer, because in it we are
word-22203 is called a House of Prayer, because in it we are
word-22212 This common prayer is precious and the
word-22239 himself, and no one has regard for the other, nor concerns
word-22261 This common prayer is precious and the
word-22262 good, acceptable and a common prayer, or a work of the
word-22307 XII. A suggestion of this common prayer has been retained from
word-22442 this way, so that a common earnest heart- cry of the
word-22512 power or work than such common prayer against everything that may
word-22568 This does not grieve him, nay, he helps us do it,
word-22647 we wished to practise this prayer, even if it were under
word-22716 we wished to practise this prayer, even if it were under
word-22729 power or work than such common prayer against everything that may
word-23098 that thunder and lightning frequently set churches on fire, because we
word-23221 and good- will, and not doubt that it is heard; for
word-23233 has promised to hear such prayer, which no earthly lord has
word-23285 that; then we make earnest prayer, have a good confidence and
word-23350 of and lament in your prayer, you can easily learn from
word-23564 " Thou art angry with us, and there is none that
word-23691 who not only do not regard such misfortune of Christendom, and
word-23734 who not only do not regard such misfortune of Christendom, and
word-23782 thief on Christ' s left hand, who blasphemed Him in His
word-23815 O God, how blind, nay, how insane have we Christians
word-23922 O God, how blind, nay, how insane have we Christians
word-24037 Turks and at home themselves set house and sheep- cote on
word-24309 Now without doubt among the " least" are
word-24397 Himself alone, but rather for us, when He said, " Father,
word-24740 God' s Word and make common prayer. This rest is indeed
word-24806 the other"; on the other hand, all days are workdays. Yet
word-25253 so much, although they know neither the source nor the purpose
word-25284 and God alone work in us, is accomplished in two ways.
word-25328 senses, will and thoughts tempting us, we resist them and do
word-25563 kingdom come, that Thou rule us, and not: we ourselves," for
word-25587 this is the first and highest work of God in us
word-25774 days; one fasting on Wednesday, another on Saturday, another on St.
word-25777 days; one fasting on Wednesday, another on Saturday, another on St.
word-25783 days; one fasting on Wednesday, another on Saturday, another on St.
word-25917 stop with that, but have regard to his flesh; let him
word-26266 as in him lies, has become his own murderer.
word-26586 in and say it is neither necessary nor commanded to fast
word-26640 those who, not sufficiently informed, regard it a great sin if
word-26888 works and the Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon
word-26894 works and the Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon
word-26954 He does the work of another that He may come to
word-27109 also to hallow it or regard it as holy, whereby He
word-27278 with many words and told us, Psalm xci, " I will
word-27766 cruel form of wrath to regard Him as our all- gracious
word-27960 the First Commandment, does not doubt that it has a gracious
word-28028 work alone be done in us, and so God rule in
word-28129 work alone be done in us, and so God rule in
word-28165 simple folk what are the highest of good works.
word-28202 serve all those who are set over us as superiors. For
word-28371 and endure their treatment of us, so long as it is
word-28536 a fear without all love, nay, fear that has with it
word-28599 work appears easy, but few regard it aright. For where the
word-28605 it aright. For where the parents are truly pious and love
word-28737 it aright. For where the parents are truly pious and love
word-28820 is said and commanded of parents must also be understood of
word-28830 is said and commanded of parents must also be understood of
word-28909 III. There is another dishonoring of parents, much more
word-28941 its own way, and the parents through natural love allow it.
word-28967 its own way, and the parents through natural love allow it.
word-28980 This plague is so common that instances of the first
word-29001 to the fact that the parents are blinded, and neither know
word-29005 the parents are blinded, and neither know nor honor God according
word-29144 and to burn it, when parents train their children more in
word-29234 altogether upon this Commandment; since parents are commanded to teach them
word-29354 IV. Now where parents are foolish and train their
word-30023 home were that where such parents were to be found! Truly
word-30228 bishop forbids, no preacher corrects; nay, for covetousness' sake they confirm
word-30256 VI. On the other hand, parents cannot earn eternal punishment
word-30257 VI. On the other hand, parents cannot earn eternal punishment in
word-30429 parents, that they may have regard to the souls of their
word-30456 VI. On the other hand, parents cannot earn eternal punishment in
word-30482 VI. On the other hand, parents cannot earn eternal punishment in
word-30504 and that the children may become humble and meek.
word-30554 be done in confidence of divine favor, so that a man
word-30560 favor, so that a man doubt not that he is wellpleasing
word-30701 Now with regard to this work, things are
word-30711 Now with regard to this work, things are
word-30986 who governs and teaches himself; nay, it has, alas! come to
word-31004 good should be taught have become schools of knavery, and no
word-31049 like that of the natural parents who let their children do
word-31203 wants to have so much, another so much, this one the
word-31345 and evil works, just as parents do when they give some
word-31418 be certain that no man, neither bishop, nor pope, nor angel,
word-31759 do like pious children whose parents have become insane, and first
word-31761 pious children whose parents have become insane, and first see by
word-32002 blasphemy and disgracing of the divine Name; and so to deal
word-32053 honor Roman authority as our highest father; and yet, since they
word-32273 first three Commandments, against which neither Rome, nor heaven nor earth
word-32440 deceive it, and are disloyal, neither obey nor do as it
word-32521 all this we are to regard that which St. Peter bids
word-32594 destroys no one' s soul, nay, it improves the soul, although
word-32754 doing; if they are not set an example and are not
word-32860 or wrong, we should resist, become disobedient and quarrel. On the
word-32867 and quarrel. On the other hand, the spiritual power is an
word-32943 the flatterers, which is a common and especially harmful plague of
word-32971 the flatterers, which is a common and especially harmful plague of
word-33408 horses can follow him, and regard that more than his own
word-33782 punishment, without shame, without hindrance, nay, that praise and fame are
word-34047 also be possible among Christians? Nay, if it is possible in
word-34435 if their heart is only set on this, that they gladly
word-34480 all in the confidence of divine favor ( in which all
word-34558 XIX. On the other hand, the masters and mistresses should
word-34719 good works so near at hand, so manifold, so continuously, that
word-34805 s commands. On the other hand, the husband should love his
word-35056 a man were so to regard himself and his position, and
word-35105 one runs to the Carthusians, another to this place, a third
word-35137 written in Proverbs i, that divine wisdom crieth out her commandments
word-35287 or driven from this, whatever another do. Let no man think
word-35807 honor, life, friends and everything. Nay, where it is possible, it
word-36108 and be saved. Let him set his enemy before him, keep
word-36401 works of anger it remains, nay, it torments the heart most
word-36583 For if faith does not doubt the favor of God nor
word-36596 God is gracious, it will become quite easy for a man
word-36764 church, have said our little prayer, have observed the fasts and
word-36871 great truly good works are, nay, that it is impossible for
word-37024 quickly overcome. On the other hand, the holy Apostle Paul calls
word-37083 stirs, a man flee to prayer, call upon God' s mercy
word-37193 But now no one uses prayer, fasting, watching, labor for this
word-37259 should avoid excessive adornment, and neither associate nor talk with members
word-37484 For as the faith in divine favor lives without ceasing and
word-37530 For as the faith in divine favor lives without ceasing and
word-37576 we live, and we must regard it only as an incentive
word-37585 an incentive and admonition to prayer, fasting, watching, laboring, and to
word-37746 by yielding to it, only set themselves on fire the more;
word-37766 comes again with more strength another time, and finds the nature
word-38042 after gold, and has not set his confidence in the treasures
word-38201 run not after gold, nor set his trust on money, but
word-38228 run not after gold, nor set his trust on money, but
word-38268 run not after gold, nor set his trust on money, but
word-38470 if the heart looks for divine favor and relies upon it,
word-38494 must be sure beyond a doubt that God cares for him;
word-38685 is generous and does not doubt that he will always have
word-38695 have enough; on the other hand, a man is covetous and
word-38798 wicked man does that to another who is his friend. Besides,
word-39339 evil is at present so common that I fear no court
word-39446 fawning, or, on the other hand, the withholding of the truth.
word-39659 it is true, has now become infrequent; but that is the
word-39751 and be heard again, without doubt the whole world would be
word-39868 few who stand by the divine truth, and imperil and risk
word-40110 not fear, he does not regard them, he despiseth them; on
word-40118 despiseth them; on the other hand, those who are persecuted for
word-40252 fearless in the confidence of divine favor; so also he does
word-40310 Almighty God has not only set our Lord Jesus Christ before
word-40502 he seek others, which are neither necessary nor commanded, and neglect
word-40577 one, Romans vii, and are set as a goal unto which
word-1868 urging nothing but the so- called self- elected works, such as
word-2484 such as are falsely so called and as contribute toward the
word-3119 particular spheres; especially are they called on to do away with
word-3393 when he wrote to Spalatin, long before its completion— as early
word-3467 complete misunderstanding of the so- called evangelical counsels ( comp. esp.
word-3593 complete misunderstanding of the so- called evangelical counsels ( comp. esp.
word-4145 in those years the so- called three great Reformation writings of
word-4166 in those years the so- called three great Reformation writings of
word-4349 For a long time, gracious Prince and Lord,
word-4612 And although I know and daily hear many people, who think
word-4748 easy as persecution, Christ would long since have been cast out
word-5084 Faith itself— how we are daily to pray or recite it.
word-5349 ought here to pause a long time and to ponder it
word-5666 that God cares nothing for them. So through their damnable unbelief
word-7503 and grace from God, as long as they are not certain
word-7661 have done many, great and long works without any such confidence,
word-8029 bring love and hope with them. Nay, if we see it
word-10470 class must endure and instruct them. Therefore we must not despise,
word-10569 as necessary to salvation, so long as they rightly grasp the
word-10718 remains and blots out these daily sins by not doubting that
word-10735 remains and blots out these daily sins by not doubting that
word-12035 truly need not make a long pilgrimage or seek holy places.
word-12760 is nothing good back of them. Thus also Isaiah xlviii. rebukes
word-12776 ye this, ye which are called by the name of Israel,
word-12833 ye this, ye which are called by the name of Israel,
word-13841 the heart find pleasure in them. Here the saying of Solomon
word-14880 would not all his life long have enough to do with
word-14997 day, in all men' s daily experience, that more heinous sins
word-16393 protection and be honored by them.
word-16515 the lxxxii. Psalm, " How long will ye judge unjustly, and
word-16775 such good works do not daily come, so that he would
word-18276 memorial or anniversary, to be daily observed in all Christendom, and
word-18519 in trouble of soul and long for divine mercy, and desire
word-18610 from which the mass is called in Greek Eucharistia, that is,
word-18675 them, nor praise or thank them. So our masses at present
word-18786 riches but do not enjoy them. Of which the Preacher also
word-19590 result from it, and things daily grow worse? The reason is
word-20101 weak spark of faith and daily strengthen it more and more
word-20236 your weakness, through which He daily teaches and admonishes you how
word-20249 your weakness, through which He daily teaches and admonishes you how
word-20335 Therefore, however long we live, we shall always
word-20532 use of much speaking and long prayers, because of which He
word-21918 to this Commandment and is called a work of the Holy
word-22101 reason also the Church is called a House of Prayer, because
word-22695 such prayer be not in them. It is indeed not a
word-22780 God would not have destroyed them. What then could many men
word-24587 and the other days are called work- days; the Sunday is
word-24593 and the other days are called work- days; the Sunday is
word-25270 will now also speak of them.
word-25367 Here a man must make daily use of those prayers which
word-26013 to kill and to subdue them. If it were not for
word-26614 if they had for a long time had much experience of
word-27555 exercise and strengthen itself in them. See, therefore, what a pretty,
word-28373 their treatment of us, so long as it is not contrary
word-29033 ought to teach and train them. For this reason they train
word-30236 sake they confirm it and daily only invent more pilgrimages, elevations
word-30340 children whom He entrusted to them. This is shown by that
word-33644 temporal wealth has come and daily is coming upon our lands.
word-33922 people with great burdens, as long as a penny remains. This
word-34103 and no one can tame them. But if there were a
word-34607 any class of men, as long as we live on earth
word-34902 they may benefit and help them. That is their way to
word-35586 dispels many vices, and is called meekness. Now this is of
word-35827 well of them, prays for them. Of this Christ says, Matthew
word-36661 away much vice; it is called purity, or chastity, of which
word-36735 ditties, temptation to which is daily increased through gluttony and drunkenness,
word-36921 reason alone, that it continues daily without ceasing, and chastity seldom
word-37232 this Commandment and purify us daily more and more.
word-37315 in what quantity and how long they help him to be
word-37569 are free from it as long as we live, and we
word-37701 that everyone shall and must daily fight against it. But although
word-37795 to many vices, and is called in German Mildigkeit, " benevolence;"
word-37868 novel, clever tricks, which multiply daily in every trade, by which
word-38108 for its shame, which is called provision for the body and
word-39148 member, the tongue, and is called in German Wahrheit sagen, "
word-39710 own law and what pleases them. For this reason the devil
word-254 published since 1885, and with still greater clearness from his Commentary
word-368 Theses against Indulgences. These were indeed intended as controversial theses for
word-400 declare his position in this matter and to put in issue
word-491 published in 1518 by Agricola. Though Luther in the same year
word-531 Ad dialogum Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still he never was diverted by
word-582 Ad dialogum Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still he never was diverted by
word-821 Of Good Works also belongs Though the incentive for its composition
word-845 a promise he had given, still Luther was willing to undertake
word-1065 this, for he writes: " Though I know of a great
word-1420 house should harbor like scruples, especially since the full comprehension of
word-1564 being misunderstood by strangers, as though he held the bare knowledge
word-1581 justification, and such preaching would indeed have led to frivolity and
word-1725 with the argument on the Third Commandment, and is repeated at
word-1763 whole treatise is divided into two parts: the first comprising sections
word-1806 " works are rejected" by him; but he knew, too, that
word-1852 color, glitter and deception." But especially was he aware of the
word-1931 she designated these alone as truly good works, while she represented
word-2002 part he therefore argues: " Truly good works are not self-
word-2074 that only source of all truly good works, must of course
word-2097 my doing is wellpleasing to Him; it is trust in His
word-2105 trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry and puts
word-2145 trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry and puts
word-2167 trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry and puts
word-2469 should learn from it, that though he has preached against "
word-2727 the good work of the Third Commandment, namely, " to observe
word-2778 The argument on the Third and Fourth Commandments claims nearly
word-2790 half of the entire treatise. Among the good works which, according
word-2798 The argument on the Third and Fourth Commandments claims nearly
word-2809 and proof of faith, Luther especially mentions the proper hearing of
word-3116 enacted in their particular spheres; especially are they called on to
word-3219 will find it an easy matter to be graciously and favorably
word-3568 the wide- spread opinion, as though the will of God as
word-3586 to the outward work always especially mentioned, Luther' s argument must
word-3691 the heart has perceived it. Though this thought may have been
word-3714 the dawn of the Reformation, still it had never before been
word-3859 discovery of a new world, though it was no more than
word-4292 the only source of all truly good works and well- pleasing
word-4441 electoral Grace, and now published— though such was not my intention,
word-4475 same in both of you, especially in gracious kindness and good
word-4699 to the Church, I leave others to judge. But I believe
word-4859 used only in the schools, among the learned.
word-4909 may hear and read what others have to say. And if
word-4947 read what I say. Even though there were nothing else to
word-5212 must learn how to distinguish among good works from the Commandments
word-5253 see has been done and still is done, because we are
word-6576 season," that is, as a matter of course.
word-6989 In these works faith is still slight and weak; let us
word-7099 that is, He stands hidden among the sufferings, which would separate
word-7299 before God all that which others think most shameful, so that
word-7416 refuses grace and mercy, as though it were His will to
word-7607 who will suffer no distinction among good works, but go lumbering
word-7928 best, from which all the others proceed, in which they exist,
word-7969 best, from which all the others proceed, in which they exist,
word-8190 present, without which all the others are nothing but mere sham,
word-8448 present, without which all the others are nothing but mere sham,
word-8585 So men still do. When we reject the
word-8951 then, how far apart these two are: keeping the First Commandment
word-9126 since faith knows no distinction among works, such exaltation and urging
word-9942 by teaching and exhortation. The third class are wicked men, always
word-10014 The fourth class, who are still lusty, and childish in their
word-10332 faith; and yet, because the others do not yet believe, he
word-10439 not speak of the second, third and fourth classes of men,
word-10454 into whose likeness all the others are to grow, and until
word-10684 This question shows that you still regard faith as a work
word-10690 regard faith as a work among other works, and do not
word-11199 for it, yes, while we still continually walked in sins, Christ
word-11238 be saved from wrath through Him; and if, when we were
word-11444 no other source must faith still come, even in our day
word-11730 is lightly esteemed, and has indeed become unknown. Therefore we must
word-11759 confidence that it pleases God. Indeed there is no work in
word-11934 and praise His Name. And indeed it is impossible that God'
word-12030 he will; so that he truly need not make a long
word-12412 his eyes a very small matter compared with the great idea
word-12500 so has hit upon the two highest Commandments, faith and God'
word-12687 in all adversities, these are truly the most rare, highest works,
word-12841 s Name and praised Him, two things which do not fit
word-12929 in true faith, he has indeed not lived in vain. And
word-12937 in vain. And in this matter none sin so much as
word-13015 of him and tell of him; which is an exceedingly dangerous
word-13071 self- confidence contrary to these two first Commandments.
word-13076 Now the world regards this terrible vice as
word-13697 promises of the parents, even though it would not be good
word-14282 and seeks and runs after others of his own devising and
word-14628 XXV. The third work of this Commandment is
word-15173 so to fulfil the first two Commandments.
word-15183 men run into danger, and especially the work- righteous saints, and
word-15281 of God and the first two Commandments, in that men look
word-15466 of God Himself? We ought truly to be ashamed of ourselves
word-15548 and possessions, and they help him; and we are not willing
word-15670 the second the world, the third the evil spirit, by which
word-15710 seeks pleasure and peace, the world seeks riches, favor, power and
word-15953 include, that we shall prevent others from making sinful use of
word-16131 world. And although this is especially the duty of those who
word-16208 things, and expect good from Him; thereby confessing that we regard
word-16529 of the wicked? Judge the matter of the poor and fatherless,
word-17414 his tongue, to whom the world must now give ear! How
word-17477 this head. It is a matter so high that few understand
word-17508 in this; also the apostles, especially St. Paul, who did not
word-17557 this head. It is a matter so high that few understand
word-17814 with it. Now follows the Third Commandment: " Thou shalt hallow
word-17848 with it. Now follows the Third Commandment: " Thou shalt hallow
word-18108 our prayer. Although in this matter the bishops and priests, or
word-18474 masses there are in the world at present! but how few
word-19240 expect from God one of two things: either that your prayer
word-19792 are to leave it to Him; for frequently we do not
word-20154 Apostles in the Gospel, and especially St. Peter, were weak in
word-20421 has been specially established, as indeed in olden times some Fathers
word-20587 prayer in its proper time, especially in the mass, as this
word-20848 how powerful one man' s truly believing prayer is, and how
word-20877 so tempted, a man must indeed be wise, and not doubt
word-21162 poured out my complaint before Him; I showed before Him my
word-21424 disobedient you have been and still are toward father and mother
word-21949 men, of foe and friend, especially for those who belong to
word-22663 a pig- sty, he would indeed not endure it, but would
word-22698 a pig- sty, he would indeed not endure it, but would
word-22728 it before God as a truly common prayer.
word-22771 ten righteous people in them, two in each city, God would
word-22861 as an example in this matter he sets before us Elijah,
word-23061 of laying this or that matter before God or desiring it.
word-23378 the life of all Christians, especially of the spiritual estate, and
word-23591 I sought for a man among them, that should make up
word-23743 regarded as pious Christians? These truly are in need that we
word-24011 be laid waste by no others than those who ought to
word-24152 ruin, and have pity on him; let it grieve you, tell
word-24174 every other need of Christendom, especially of the rulers, whom God,
word-24239 what would it help you though you performed all the miracles
word-24310 Now without doubt among the " least" are also
word-24379 that we may thereby benefit others to their salvation. Just as
word-24673 bodies and goods; of which matter much might be said.
word-24686 ceasing from labors is of two kinds, bodily and spiritual. For
word-24702 ceasing from labors is of two kinds, bodily and spiritual. For
word-24745 common prayer. This rest is indeed bodily and in Christendom no
word-25288 in us, is accomplished in two ways. First, through our own
word-25623 to God in all things, especially when they seem to be
word-25713 gain much merit. Far blinder still are they who measure their
word-26430 not to fast when the others fast. They make a matter
word-26435 others fast. They make a matter of conscience where there is
word-26446 others fast. They make a matter of conscience where there is
word-27063 for himself, then nothing troubles him; but God Himself leads him,
word-27588 to the Third, and the Third in turn drives through the
word-27722 the second rest of the Third Commandment; by this faith is
word-27782 the second rest of the Third Commandment; by this faith is
word-27808 the second rest of the Third Commandment; by this faith is
word-27839 so strengthens itself, through the two works of the Third and
word-27843 the second rest of the Third Commandment; by this faith is
word-28126 belongs to God; all the others say " our, us, our,"
word-28607 For where the parents are truly pious and love their children
word-28784 in His Commandment. But the matter becomes still worse when the
word-28786 Commandment. But the matter becomes still worse when the child has
word-28950 allow it. Here there is indeed mutual honor, here there is
word-29154 in the way of the world than in the way of
word-29400 after the fashion of the world I call it, when they
word-29419 after the fashion of the world I call it, when they
word-29767 never yet commended them to Him; otherwise they would know and
word-29847 God' s service, they will indeed have both hands full of
word-30028 parents were to be found! Truly it would be a real
word-31558 money and wealth of the world drawn and driven to Rome
word-31735 body and soul: we are indeed in duty bound to resist
word-32323 XII. The third work of this Commandment is
word-32426 Here men sin in two ways. First, if they lie
word-32550 the body and property; unless indeed it should try openly to
word-32810 will, my faith to God still goes its way and works
word-32945 which is a common and especially harmful plague of this power,
word-33123 the second is famine, the third is war, the fourth is
word-33297 of misfortune may come to others thereby. So we read of
word-33653 our lands. To prevent these two great evils would truly give
word-33657 these two great evils would truly give the temporal power enough
word-33709 wasted, and yet only the world and the flesh are served;
word-33727 abuse is to be found among the people who have been
word-33792 are sought thereby, this is indeed an unchristian thing. Thirdly, to
word-33810 wasted, and yet only the world and the flesh are served;
word-33866 wasted, and yet only the world and the flesh are served;
word-33969 bawdy- houses, as was done among the people of Israel! It
word-33976 people of Israel! It is indeed an unchristian sight, that public
word-33987 bawdy- houses, as was done among the people of Israel! It
word-34035 bawdy- houses, as was done among the people of Israel! It
word-34045 bawdy- houses, as was done among the people of Israel! It
word-34376 the greatest complaint in the world about servants and working men,
word-34412 whereby they may be saved; truly they need not make pilgrimages
word-34601 done perfectly at all times among any class of men, as
word-34795 him, where it is a matter not contrary to God' s
word-34823 him, where it is a matter not contrary to God' s
word-35010 those who are subject to him; by this let him stand,
word-35110 another to this place, a third to that, just as if
word-35592 meekness. Now this is of two kinds. The one has a
word-35692 it, saying: " I would indeed not be angry, if I
word-35881 excellent work has been lost among Christians, so that nothing now
word-36059 thereby tries whether anger is still present, whether he can be
word-36084 not intend any evil against him; let him come forward who
word-36150 not intend any evil against him; let him come forward who
word-36718 commanded. We see that the world is full of shameful works
word-36867 God teach us how great truly good works are, nay, that
word-36899 it. St. Augustine says, that among all the conflicts of the
word-37512 pleasing to God or displease Him; as St. John says in
word-37599 the quenching of the flesh, especially to the practice and exercise
word-37895 " What ye wish that others do to you, that do
word-37955 And when we consider the world in its doings, how greed
word-38137 he who would in this matter keep himself clean, must truly,
word-38499 doubt that God cares for him; therefore he does not cling
word-38629 such confidence that God is truly honored or dishonored.
word-39539 in all places it is truly a high, great, rare work,
word-39568 to the truth, which is still greater, with which we must
word-39612 so manages that the great among men, whom it is hard
word-39754 again, without doubt the whole world would be aroused and moved,
word-39799 again, without doubt the whole world would be aroused and moved,
word-39830 again, without doubt the whole world would be aroused and moved,
word-39844 Him more cruelly than all others who had ever come forth
word-40015 and stands by the truth, though it cost life or cloak,
word-40021 and stands by the truth, though it cost life or cloak,
word-40286 he be a Christian and truly believe in Christ, and thus
word-40380 Way, in which we follow Him; the Truth, that we believe
word-40387 Way, in which we follow Him; the Truth, that we believe
word-40443 has misled and burdened the world and ruined it, made uneasy
word-40516 The last two Commandments, which forbid evil desires
word-40563 The last two Commandments, which forbid evil desires
word-40612 in himself no evil inclination, especially when occasion and temptation were
word-1816 " neither silver, gold and precious stone, nor any other precious
word-1821 " neither silver, gold and precious stone, nor any other precious
word-2134 reprove the conscience with sin, death and hell, and deny it
word-4074 truth and sympathy for all manner of misery.
word-4284 s mercy, the faith within you, which is the only source
word-4474 the same in both of you, especially in gracious kindness and
word-4574 Neither silver, gold, precious stones, nor any rare thing
word-5272 first and highest, the most precious of all good works is
word-6179 other virtues; although faith alone makes all other works good, acceptable
word-6731 half in despair, and often makes a fool of himself.
word-6826 what way he may do enough and with many works move
word-6862 this day and on that, makes confession here, and makes confession
word-6866 this day and on that, makes confession here, and makes confession
word-6931 has brought them into all manner of misery. Of these it
word-7274 sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious merits and the rarest possessions,
word-7293 sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious merits and the rarest possessions,
word-7310 it is written even of death in Psalm cxvi, " Precious
word-7314 death in Psalm cxvi, " Precious in the sight of the
word-7323 it is written even of death in Psalm cxvi, " Precious
word-7543 done without such faith, in order thereby to lead men from
word-8295 are all who in adversity run hither and thither, and look
word-8354 are all who in adversity run hither and thither, and look
word-8359 run to Him and trust Him. But they run away from
word-8362 are all who in adversity run hither and thither, and look
word-8414 are all who in adversity run hither and thither, and look
word-8515 faith fulfils all commandments and makes all works righteous, since no
word-8728 things usurers, adulterers and all manner of sinners can do too,
word-8970 inward trust. For this last makes true, living children of God,
word-8979 inward trust. For this last makes true, living children of God,
word-9036 any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or
word-9309 this Commandment would yet ask enough of him, and more than
word-9749 his confidence in God teaches him.
word-9882 us free to do all manner of good works and to
word-9976 they must be put to death by the worldly sword, as
word-10792 these things I write unto you, that ye sin not. And
word-11252 reconciled to God by the death of His Son, much more,
word-11341 from the blood, wounds and death of Christ. If thou see
word-12108 do, would you not have enough to do with this Commandment
word-12283 on earth and always have enough to do, as have the
word-12361 much, prays much, endows churches, makes pilgrimages, and burdens himself with
word-12613 is without faith, cause the precious work to be despised. So
word-12918 is overwhelmed with good and precious works; if he do these
word-13087 the highest virtue, and this makes it exceedingly dangerous for those
word-13266 all his life- time in order to fight this vice and
word-13978 given him the honor in order that with it he may
word-14142 remain in grievous sin, in order that he may be put
word-14391 seems right and good to you, but what I bid you),
word-14528 For we have more than enough and too much to do,
word-14704 give him much reason to run to Him, to cry aloud
word-14882 all his life long have enough to do with this work?
word-15027 war, pestilence, sicknesses and all manner of misfortune burden us; so
word-15100 not drive them out, in order that they should not have
word-15179 XXVI. Here foolish men run into danger, and especially the
word-15410 and gives and urges all manner of reasons why we should
word-15574 help us? We say: Gold makes bold; and it is true,
word-16021 men. For it is not enough that I, for myself and
word-16698 man if he did all manner of good, made pilgrimages to
word-17004 us to be blessed with Him. And if He were to
word-17150 them, " He that heareth you, heareth Me, and he that
word-17157 them, " He that heareth you, heareth Me, and he that
word-17275 to follow them, and this rule cannot be given by them,
word-18215 given for you"; in like manner over the cup, " Take
word-18706 parched and hard, and have enough with our little prayer. Of
word-19277 exercise of faith, and faith makes the prayer so acceptable that
word-19373 " Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire,
word-19442 " Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire,
word-19746 he prays be not given him. For we are to lay
word-21212 who is ready to help him. And if you do not
word-21371 that they are worse than death and all mortal sickness. These
word-21479 and misery, and have reason enough to weep even drops of
word-21557 Look you, wretched man! if you have
word-21570 leg, or the peril of death overtakes you, you call upon
word-21572 Look you, wretched man! if you have
word-21718 bodily sickness and need we run to God; with the soul'
word-21727 bodily sickness and need we run to God; with the soul'
word-21808 not withdraw from God, but run to Him, and pray with
word-22079 This common prayer is precious and the most powerful, and
word-22372 such need as the preacher makes us feel; and in order
word-22377 makes us feel; and in order that we may pray worthily,
word-22393 such need as the preacher makes us feel; and in order
word-22636 and no one will withstand him. But if he noticed that
word-23130 God and desire nothing from Him.
word-23399 every virtue languish, and all manner of heinous vices reign; what
word-23518 Christian vein or trait in you, however righteous you may be.
word-23810 most of all have helped Him.
word-23912 Word is neglected, and all manner of sin flourishes, then no
word-24095 for us freely with His precious blood, grievous labor and bitter
word-24122 works? Where are they who run to Rome, to St. James,
word-24156 on him; let it grieve you, tell it to God, and
word-24724 our business and work, in order that we may gather in
word-25562 Thy kingdom come, that Thou rule us, and not: we ourselves,"
word-26149 Church, no law of an order can make fasting, watching and
word-26408 to their fasting that they run the risk of great danger
word-26818 shall rest: so in like manner it should rule in us
word-26821 in like manner it should rule in us according to His
word-26879 Therefore in order to kill our works and
word-26911 impatience, and last of all death and the world' s abuse;
word-27121 that there are no more precious things than suffering, dying, and
word-27128 than suffering, dying, and all manner of misfortune. For they are
word-27179 God when they come upon him. For when they come they
word-27206 works. Thus says David: " Precious in the sight of the
word-27215 of the Lord is the death of His saints."
word-27220 In order to strengthen us thereto He
word-27379 also in all suffering and death should be quiet and have
word-27411 also in all suffering and death should be quiet and have
word-27422 also in all suffering and death should be quiet and have
word-27519 of God' s favor, in order that, as has been said,
word-27918 XXV. This order of good works we pray
word-28032 in us, and so God rule in us as in His
word-28248 sins than by noting the order of the Commandments of God,
word-28965 all sides it is a precious thing, parents and child take
word-29324 does not have good works enough to do, whether he be
word-29793 children, and await it from Him. Therefore also He permits them
word-29879 own children? with whom God makes of your house a hospital,
word-29972 calmly, and not to fear death nor to love this life.
word-30149 pull away from it; it makes no show, therefore it counts
word-30219 which has not been commanded him. Such perversity no bishop forbids,
word-30306 making pilgrimages, and do all manner of good works? God will,
word-30322 about these things at their death and in the day of
word-30736 children to be good, in order that they might have reason
word-30775 who forsake their children and run after their lovers, as Hosea
word-31023 VIII. If the above order prevailed, one could say how
word-31162 would be too much for him. For in the time of
word-32211 the Holy Spirit, Who should rule the councils. But this would
word-32879 great blessing, and far too precious in His eyes, that the
word-33096 their princes and babes to rule over them." Four plagues God
word-33130 war, the fourth is all manner of evil beasts, such as
word-33662 truly give the temporal power enough to do, for the inroads
word-33999 of. It should be a rule that boys and girls should
word-34015 of. It should be a rule that boys and girls should
word-34109 But if there were a rule that they must do as
word-34427 or the other; they have enough to do if their heart
word-34540 been frequently said, this faith makes all works good, yea, it
word-34565 masters and mistresses should not rule their servants, maids and workingmen
word-34885 that they take care to rule their subjects well, deal kindly
word-35038 it, although hell were chasing him. This is the right road
word-35503 they take a man captive, rule him and make him subject,
word-35512 they take a man captive, rule him and make him subject,
word-35725 and resentment overwhelm you in order that they may show you
word-35859 " Bless them which curse you, and by no means curse
word-35904 slandering, injuring, vengeance, and all manner of angry works and words;
word-36164 him and do good to him. Let him who will, try
word-36176 and if he find not enough to do all his life
word-36241 v, " I say unto you, that whosoever is angry with
word-36267 fool ( that is, all manner of invective, cursing, reviling, slandering),
word-36371 with sorrow, and regretting the death which the law imposes. Here
word-36793 alone, we would all have enough to do with this one;
word-37168 here each one will find enough to do with himself, and
word-37292 one can fix a definite rule and measure. Each one must
word-37362 one can fix a definite rule and measure. Each one must
word-37614 For that chastity is not precious which is at ease, but
word-37653 Peter says, " I beseech you, abstain from fleshly desires and
word-37888 s loss, and forgets the rule which says: " What ye
word-37898 wish that others do to you, that do ye also to
word-37910 s loss, and forgets the rule which says: " What ye
word-37969 we would not only find enough to do, if we would
word-38036 without blemish, who does not run after gold, and has not
word-38196 see to it that he run not after gold, nor set
word-38210 see to it that he run not after gold, nor set
word-38772 enemies and opponents. For what manner of good deed is that,
word-38840 even as his heavenly Father makes His sun to rise on
word-38983 it to him to help him. So says St. Ambrose, "
word-39066 knaves be not permitted to run at large under the guise
word-39254 have his neighbor do to him. This some men do for
word-39458 no one is willing to run the risk of disfavor and
word-39820 the very greatest and most precious and best of all that
word-39963 flee, keep silent, dissemble, in order that they may not lose
word-39992 and expect nothing good from Him. For where such faith and
word-40467 he neglect all else, has enough to do with all his
word-40652 entirely uprooted, except through the death of the body; which for
word-142 on the true way to life, and it would have been
word-295 Luther' s first literary works to
word-773 Luther' s first literary works to
word-1384 he feared the consequences which Luther' s doctrine of justification by
word-1426 he feared the consequences which Luther' s doctrine of justification by
word-1443 he feared the consequences which Luther' s doctrine of justification by
word-1519 he feared the consequences which Luther' s doctrine of justification by
word-1869 nothing but the so- called self- elected works, such as "
word-1959 For these reasons it is Luther' s highest object in this
word-2007 Truly good works are not self- elected works of monastic or
word-2212 teacher in good works, as little as does the husband or
word-2465 good works, and they should learn from it, that though he
word-2496 of consciences, because they are self- elected, do not flow from
word-2532 the treatise. It was not Luther' s intention, however, to speak
word-2815 mentions the proper hearing of mass and of preaching, common prayer,
word-2962 demands a reform of the present rulers. Honor and obedience in
word-3302 neighbor. Where such confidence is present there is also a courageous,
word-3343 neighbor. Where such confidence is present there is also a courageous,
word-3381 the book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly
word-3407 he believed it to be better than anything he had heretofore
word-3451 with the prevalent urging of self- elected works of monkish holiness,
word-3481 with the prevalent urging of self- elected works of monkish holiness,
word-3490 the book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly
word-3588 the book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly
word-3644 he directed Christians not to rest in the keeping of the
word-3939 such a heart- refreshing manner. Luther' s appeal in this treatise
word-3968 abolish various abuses in civil life, marks this treatise as a
word-4069 rather produces courage in the truth and sympathy for all manner
word-4077 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized
word-4168 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized
word-4181 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized
word-4210 the Church. The seeking after self- elected works, the indolence regarding
word-4251 of God. To all this Luther' s treatise answers: Be diligent
word-4628 say that I write only little pamphlets and German sermons for
word-4650 I had in all my life, with all the ability I
word-4678 say that I write only little pamphlets and German sermons for
word-4734 than they could prepare a little discourse after my fashion. If
word-4810 laymen. Although I too have little skill in it, I believe
word-5172 If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments." And when
word-5194 If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments." And when
word-5208 Ten Commandments. Accordingly, we must learn how to distinguish among good
word-5280 good works is faith in Christ, as He says, John vi.
word-5336 and deem it a very little thing and easy to do,
word-5556 forbidding good works, when in truth I am trying hard to
word-5901 sin." Again, Psalm xxxiv: " None of them that trust in
word-6055 the teaching of St. Paul, Romans xiv: " Whatsoever is not
word-6550 any work, nor does it allow any work to be taken
word-6904 in Hebrew Avenama, that is, labor and travail. And even then
word-7792 trust and faith on Me alone, and on no one else."
word-9002 into their way, and yet allow them to be without faith,
word-9040 unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there"; and John iv:
word-9351 one, the true God, and none other.
word-9414 in this faith; let him learn to do and to leave
word-9521 in the Name of Jesus Christ, our Lord." Now it cannot
word-9540 done in this faith. Likewise, Romans vii: " We know that
word-9569 forbidden when we preach faith alone, it is as if I
word-9985 sword, as St. Paul says, Romans xiii: " The worldly ruler
word-10027 faith and of the spiritual life, must be coaxed like young
word-10069 and churches, until they also learn to know the faith. Although
word-10177 faith. So St. Paul teaches, Romans xiv: " Him that is
word-10220 not under the law." And Christ, Matthew xvii, when He was
word-10785 I. John ii: " My little children, these things I write
word-10811 with God the Father, Jesus Christ, Who is the propitiation of
word-11140 merit, but alone from Jesus Christ, and is freely promised and
word-11151 given; as St. Paul writes, Romans v: " God commendeth His
word-11694 s glory and Name is better than the works of the
word-11890 doubting; of the other works none reaches quite to God. So
word-12114 to do with this Commandment alone, that you without ceasing bless,
word-12556 is that the higher and better the works are, the less
word-12627 St. Paul dare say boldly, Romans ii, that they blaspheme God'
word-12820 confidence, which is the real truth and righteousness, but trusted in
word-12893 for the gift of natural life, not to mention all other
word-12938 vain. And in this matter none sin so much as the
word-13031 common of all, and, alas! little regarded. Every one wants to
word-13066 own conceit and in its self- confidence contrary to these two
word-13176 best, who disregard body and life, friend and property and everything
word-13228 evil works; only honor and self- satisfaction are practised in and
word-13336 through our own cursed name, self- approval and honor- seeking. And
word-13457 to their opinion. But at present we are seeking how true
word-13562 the work and the reward: none of them is good, except
word-13666 so leave them until they learn to do right for the
word-13714 so leave them until they learn to do right for the
word-13747 is true, that we must none the less have a good
word-13783 one, as St. Paul says, Romans xii: " We are to
word-13917 God, offering it to Him alone, and using it only to
word-14323 only because they rejected such self- devised works and preached only
word-14593 fights on our right through self- devised works that seem good,
word-15303 sought and found in God alone, through naught but a pure
word-15473 be ashamed of ourselves and learn from the example of those
word-15615 XXVII. Even if none of these adversities constrain us
word-16244 all resist all wrong, where truth or righteousness suffers violence or
word-16322 all resist all wrong, where truth or righteousness suffers violence or
word-16454 profit with the name of truth and righteousness and God' s
word-16581 profit with the name of truth and righteousness and God' s
word-16686 approve them, but speak the truth boldly.
word-16938 after all, perform the work alone, and help the poor; and
word-17012 after all, perform the work alone, and help the poor; and
word-17227 but only then when they present to us His Word, the
word-17514 St. Paul, who did not allow it to trouble them whether
word-17562 matter whether big John or little Nick said it, or whether
word-17792 take heed to this Commandment alone, and how we, alas! busy
word-18019 evil deeds; and then, the mass and the sermon are listened
word-18049 evil deeds; and then, the mass and the sermon are listened
word-18085 evil deeds; and then, the mass and the sermon are listened
word-18089 the mass into our hearts, learn and remember something out of
word-18163 II. In the mass it is necessary that we
word-18193 must repeat the words of Christ, when He institutes the mass
word-18198 II. In the mass it is necessary that we
word-18314 grace and mercy unto eternal life, that all who come to
word-18409 liar. For if you are present at mass and do not
word-18411 if you are present at mass and do not consider nor
word-18510 if you are present at mass and do not consider nor
word-18567 liar. For if you are present at mass and do not
word-18608 pure heart, from which the mass is called in Greek Eucharistia,
word-18680 them. So our masses at present are merely celebrated, without our
word-18709 and have enough with our little prayer. Of this more another
word-18825 do not know whether the mass be a testament, or what
word-19042 does not wish even the mass to be celebrated, unless the
word-19216 I tell you of a truth that, before you have uttered
word-19291 surely be granted, or something better than we ask will be
word-19581 does it happen that so little improvement and benefit result from
word-19596 grow worse? The reason is none other than that which St.
word-19638 nothing more than a grievous labor and work. If anything is
word-19649 grow worse? The reason is none other than that which St.
word-19778 to give it to us better or in another way than
word-19806 pray, as St. Paul says, Romans viii; and God works and
word-20183 them because they have so little faith.
word-20379 it is to trust God alone, except he who attempts it
word-20669 works? Let them undertake prayer alone, and rightly exercise themselves in
word-20775 the desire to pray, not allow us to find time and
word-21171 Him my trouble." In the mass a Christian shall keep in
word-21263 There is no better mirror in which to see
word-21301 weak faith, small hope and little love toward God; and that
word-21332 men, do not gladly hear mass and sermon, are indolent in
word-21363 harm to goods, honor and life, and believe that they are
word-21927 the Holy Day, is far better and greater, and is to
word-22127 the needs of all men, present them before God, and call
word-22185 in the mass, it were better to omit the mass. For
word-22295 that, and have nothing but self- seeking, selfish prayers, which God
word-22365 to pray throughout the entire mass for such need as the
word-22433 any congregation at all heard mass and prayed in this way,
word-23178 their request very plainly, and present their need earnestly, and then
word-23209 their request very plainly, and present their need earnestly, and then
word-23354 your prayer, you can easily learn from the Ten Commandments and
word-23568 with us, and there is none that calleth upon Thy Name,
word-24057 and all other contents, and none the less worry about the
word-24098 with His precious blood, grievous labor and bitter death.
word-24331 of whom there are at present far more than of those
word-24346 Therefore take heed: our own self- assumed good works lead us
word-24393 Cross prayed not for Himself alone, but rather for us, when
word-24641 done away with through the labor of the work- days, and
word-24679 This rest or ceasing from labors is
word-24706 The bodily rest is that of which we
word-24743 The bodily rest is that of which we
word-24780 a figure, but now the truth has been fulfilled, so that
word-24853 the priests and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all
word-24935 The bodily rest is that of which we
word-24943 The bodily rest is that of which we
word-24946 day of rest is at present not necessary nor commanded except
word-24981 not only cease from our labor and trade, but much more,
word-25126 so that there may be rest and a cessation of all
word-25136 all our works, thoughts and life, and that henceforth ( as
word-25614 will be idle, that we rest and commend ourselves to God
word-25650 evil lust, to give it rest and relief. This we must
word-25668 labor, and from this we learn how much and why we
word-25833 such a way that they none the less drink themselves full;
word-25871 so doing would obtain far better results from their fasting. For
word-25892 Therefore I allow everyone to choose his day,
word-25929 upon it fasting, watching and labor according to its lust and
word-25963 upon it fasting, watching and labor according to its lust and
word-26003 upon it fasting, watching and labor according to its lust and
word-26155 can make fasting, watching and labor of more value than it
word-26709 listen, we must let them alone, and do as we know
word-26852 of our flesh; this shall rest and be dead, that we
word-27029 dishonored. There God Himself dwells alone, and there are no works
word-27253 us to keep such a rest ( for nature is very
word-27331 His only, dear Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who on the
word-27394 was raised up after His rest and henceforth lives only in
word-27470 exercises, God' s governance, our self- mortification, the hurt done to
word-27484 was raised up after His rest and henceforth lives only in
word-27695 attacks body, goods, honor and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty,
word-27719 second work, or the second rest of the Third Commandment; by
word-28177 From this Commandment we learn that after the excellent works
word-28191 three Commandments there are no better works than to obey and
word-28233 three Commandments there are no better works than to obey and
word-28235 From this Commandment we learn that after the excellent works
word-28747 birth, deformity or dishonor, and allow these things to influence them
word-28945 the parents through natural love allow it. Here there is indeed
word-29512 play the fool with the rest of men, and endure such
word-29524 for the sake of something better and to avoid something worse.
word-29629 secret souls, hidden brides of Christ, but they are rare; for
word-29911 and drink, that they may learn to trust, believe and fear
word-29959 and drink, that they may learn to trust, believe and fear
word-30062 thou shalt eat of the labor of thine hands; therefore thou
word-30130 ask after good works? Here none wishes to come. Why? God
word-30348 shown by that word of Christ, Luke xxiii, " Ye daughters
word-30473 worldly matters, by which their self- will is strengthened; although the
word-30491 worldly matters, by which their self- will is strengthened; although the
word-30829 are left, and these had better be done away with. But
word-31059 do as they please; at present the spiritual authority threatens, dispenses,
word-31290 cared for. It is much better that there be no monastic
word-31833 or are afraid, and thus allow Christendom to perish, it is
word-32067 and lost their senses, not allow them to do what they
word-32153 an oath to let the Romans remain what they are and
word-32337 temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus iii, and
word-32395 temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus iii, and
word-32703 things, even if they were better than the very best works
word-33636 men could well live, no little loss of temporal wealth has
word-33683 those in power serve God better and thereby also improve their
word-33738 pledged, baptised and consecrated to Christ, the Crucified, and who should
word-33834 to be usury, while in truth it is worse than usury,
word-34691 the servants do right and learn to fear God.
word-34941 miracles. So says St. Paul, Romans xii: " He that ruleth,
word-34959 say: " Let him not allow himself to be led astray
word-35066 and attended to its duties alone, how rich in good works
word-35165 which means that they are present in profusion in all places,
word-35208 unto you: Lo, here is Christ, or there, believe it not.
word-35277 them, that they do not allow themselves to be torn or
word-35479 up goods, honor, body, and life, that God' s Commandments may
word-35529 in humility know himself and allow himself to be led, that
word-35803 had taken away goods, honor, life, friends and everything. Nay, where
word-35853 and revile you." And Paul, Romans xii: " Bless them which
word-35962 these mirrors and masks we allow God' s Commandment to go
word-36338 of God and brethren of Christ, Whose heart was so pained
word-36487 magistrates should be idle and allow sin to have sway, and
word-36539 magistrates with the sword, the rest of us with reproof and
word-36763 to church, have said our little prayer, have observed the fasts
word-36788 work were commanded but chastity alone, we would all have enough
word-36854 To control all these requires labor and effort; and thus the
word-36917 work were commanded but chastity alone, we would all have enough
word-36941 lamented, as St. Paul does, Romans vii: " I find in
word-36996 excessive sleep, to work and labor over against idleness. For gluttony,
word-37033 excessive sleep, to work and labor over against idleness. For gluttony,
word-37117 that taketh and dasheth the little ones of Babylon against the
word-37196 one uses prayer, fasting, watching, labor for this purpose, but men
word-37360 such observance until he can learn to rule himself. This was
word-37669 the soul." And St. Paul, Romans vi, " Ye shall not
word-37714 uneasiness and pain, it is none the less a work that
word-37993 fear for this perilous, miserable life, which is so exceedingly overburdened,
word-38071 if he would say: " None such is found, or very
word-38223 favor, and let him love none of these things nor set
word-38343 that a man shall not labor and seek a living; but
word-38418 that a man shall not labor and seek a living; but
word-39318 their own. Thus they intentionally allow their neighbor' s cause to
word-39337 just. This evil is at present so common that I fear
word-39517 their own. Thus they intentionally allow their neighbor' s cause to
word-39527 and swerved aside from the truth by presents and gifts! so
word-39590 but the Gospel and the truth of faith, which the evil
word-39731 has also vanquished faith in Christ, and everything goes as he
word-39810 has also vanquished faith in Christ, and everything goes as he
word-39913 in Me." Yea, if this truth were attacked by peasants, herdsmen,
word-40099 the mighty, who persecute the truth and despise God, he does
word-40289 Christian and truly believe in Christ, and thus whether he is
word-40370 I am the Way, the Truth and the Life,"— the Way,
word-40389 we believe in Him; the Life, that we live in Him
word-40573 by St. Paul into one, Romans vii, and are set as
word-403 in this matter and to put in issue the whole question
word-538 never was diverted by this necessary rebuttal from his paramount duty,
word-780 fault. Even the Tessaradecas consolatoria, written in 1519 and printed in
word-800 fault. Even the Tessaradecas consolatoria, written in 1519 and printed in
word-1329 slackened and that, as a necessary consequence, lawlessness and shameless immorality
word-1778 all the following sections. The first, being fundamental, is the more
word-1895 other hours, founding and ornamenting churches, altars, convents, gathering chimes, jewels,
word-1944 performance of the duties of one' s calling as a morality
word-2031 comprehended within the bounds of one' s particular calling, and all
word-2054 they flow from faith, the first, greatest, and noblest of good
word-2203 Where such faith possesses the man, he needs no teacher in
word-2226 only look for love and favor from one another, nor need
word-2597 that the believer, the spiritual man, needs no such instruction (
word-2918 performance of the duties of one' s calling, with the help
word-3077 of their own accord and put a check to these conditions,
word-3227 graciously and favorably minded toward one' s neighbor and to overcome
word-3287 to the Seventh Commandment, will use it with cheerful liberality for
word-3529 God has commanded, and that therefore, not the abandoning of one'
word-3534 therefore, not the abandoning of one' s earthly calling, but the
word-3550 therefore, not the abandoning of one' s earthly calling, but the
word-4325 Thuringia, Margrave of Meissen, my gracious Lord and Patron.
word-4333 Illustrious, High- born Prince, gracious Lord! My humble duty and
word-4351 For a long time, gracious Prince and Lord, I have
word-4406 Since, however, my most gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony,
word-4453 Since, however, my most gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony,
word-4477 Since, however, my most gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony,
word-4788 else the honor of greater things, and not be at all
word-5002 Therefore, in dutiful humility I pray
word-5020 offering of mine with a gracious mind, until, if God grant
word-5058 we should practice and make use of faith, and let faith
word-5381 a loan. This we must put bluntly, that men may understand
word-5449 say that it is not necessary to be sure of this;
word-5534 goodness is nothing. Hence it comes that when I exalt faith
word-5704 Go thy way with joy, eat and drink, and know that
word-5920 Blessed are all they that put their trust in Him." If
word-6454 come upon thee, and thou shalt be turned into another man;
word-6698 distinction of works is imagined whereby a man may win favor;
word-6749 toward God, a knows all things, can do all things, undertakes
word-6753 toward God, a knows all things, can do all things, undertakes
word-7307 shameful, so that it is written even of death in Psalm
word-7561 with which all monastic houses, churches, homes, low and higher classes
word-7752 the highest, peace to earth, gracious favor to man."
word-7753 highest, peace to earth, gracious favor to man."
word-7769 Commandment, which commands: " Thou shalt have no other gods," which
word-7782 Commandment, which commands: " Thou shalt have no other gods," which
word-7920 this Commandment is the very first, highest and best, from which
word-7955 or confidence in God' s favor at all times, is the
word-7962 this Commandment is the very first, highest and best, from which
word-7993 other Commandments were without the First, and there were no God,
word-8039 this Commandment is the very first, highest and best, from which
word-8041 love is the first, or comes at the same instant with
word-8132 good- will, but seek His favor in other things or in
word-8227 clothing." Such are all who wish with their many good works,
word-8266 good- will, but seek His favor in other things or in
word-8385 of such idolatry much is written in the same Prophet and
word-8648 the founding and decorating of churches, altars, and monastic houses, the
word-8792 not believe that God is gracious to us and is pleased
word-8897 them to win God' s favor and anticipate His grace; and
word-9103 folk are led to build churches, to give, to endow, to
word-9511 that ye do, whether ye eat or drink, do all in
word-9556 Therefore, when some say that good
word-9588 health, you would have the use of all your limbs; but
word-9683 State, and many ceremonies of churches, monastic houses, holy places, which
word-9759 four kinds of men: the first, just mentioned, who need no
word-9807 firmly trust that God' s favor and grace rests upon them
word-9824 want to abuse this freedom, put a false confidence in it,
word-9917 St. Paul, Galatians v: " Use not your liberty for an
word-9974 want to abuse this freedom, put a false confidence in it,
word-10049 praying, fasting, singing, adorning of churches, organ playing, and such other
word-10065 praying, fasting, singing, adorning of churches, organ playing, and such other
word-10137 milk, until the child can eat the strong food by itself.
word-10297 and in his mouth thou shalt find a piece of money;
word-10378 any other free work which comes to his hand without his
word-10448 of men, but of the first, into whose likeness all the
word-10565 works and do them as necessary to salvation, so long as
word-10780 already gone; as it is written I. John ii: " My
word-10968 faith), and thereby hast Thou put gladness in my heart"; for
word-11121 this it is certainly most necessary to know. First: Without doubt
word-11318 of all thy sins. Faith, therefore, does not begin with works,
word-11856 which are the only works whereby a man can have, honor
word-11905 Commandment we are forbidden to use His Name in vain. Yet
word-12181 Second Commandment? As it is written in Psalm lxxxiv: " Blessed
word-12225 x: " Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye
word-12309 that at times a poor man, in whom no one can
word-12360 fasts much, prays much, endows churches, makes pilgrimages, and burdens himself
word-12978 Commandment is, to be on one' s guard, to flee from
word-13620 leave the evil for the sake of shame and of honor,
word-13672 leave the evil for the sake of shame and of honor,
word-13734 leave the evil for the sake of shame and of honor,
word-14066 themselves." This is the correct use of God' s Name and
word-14126 XXIV. Hence it comes that God frequently permits a
word-14147 order that he may be put to shame in his own
word-14356 unto all your sacrifices and eat your burnt- offerings and your
word-14411 And Deuteronomy xii: " Thou shalt not do whatsoever is right
word-14747 will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me; for I desire
word-14762 And this is the way whereby thou canst come unto salvation;
word-14793 And this is the way whereby thou canst come unto salvation;
word-15264 need God' s Name and put no trust in it. Here
word-15433 pitiable that the devil or man, who commands nothing and does
word-15684 without ceasing oppressed and troubled; whereby God gives us occasion to
word-15753 alone sufficient to fight a man, and yet there is no
word-15957 prevent others from making sinful use of God' s Name by
word-16047 step forth and for the sake of God' s honor and
word-16197 and His praise above all things, and trust Him above all
word-16203 and His praise above all things, and trust Him above all
word-16221 step forth and for the sake of God' s honor and
word-16378 the powerful, the learned and one' s own friends, and can
word-16470 to a poor and insignificant man, there the deceitful eye does
word-16745 and regarding his possessions, honor, favor and friends more than the
word-17059 highest good, and for His sake risks everything.
word-17089 is much higher, for these use the holy Name of God
word-17181 leave undone what they please; put to the ban, accurse, rob,
word-17362 against such blasphemers for the sake of God' s honor.
word-17817 the Third Commandment: " Thou shalt hallow the day of rest."
word-18152 mass, hear preaching and pray. Therefore, we will briefly explain these
word-18166 In the mass it is necessary that we attend with our
word-18331 testament; and then He died, whereby this testament has become permanent
word-18860 is rightly preached, it is necessary that it be diligently heard,
word-18973 for the treasure. It must, therefore, be a grievous sin not
word-19039 preached, that He does not wish even the mass to be
word-19269 Prayer is, therefore, a special exercise of faith,
word-20333 Therefore, however long we live, we
word-20527 Matthew vi. He forbids the use of much speaking and long
word-20964 to hear and to be gracious to all unworthy men, and
word-21095 to exercise faith thereby? Answer: First, every man' s own besetting
word-21290 what you should seek. If, therefore, you find in yourself a
word-21325 fame, think much of the favor of men, do not gladly
word-21507 want to ask for such things, unless they first be conscious
word-21695 find yourself lacking in these things, the more and more diligently
word-21795 my good man! If you wish to be cured of sin,
word-21859 my good man! If you wish to be cured of sin,
word-22089 and it is for its sake that we come together. For
word-22485 could be done on earth, whereby so many pious souls would
word-22545 lets us go on building churches, endowing many monastic houses, making
word-22683 lets us go on building churches, endowing many monastic houses, making
word-23139 do as they do who wish to ask a favor of
word-23143 who wish to ask a favor of great princes. These do
word-23172 or were insane; but they put their request very plainly, and
word-23205 deal with God of definite things, namely, mention some present need,
word-23460 it has never been more necessary to pray than at this
word-23662 another, as it is frequently written of the Prophet Moses, that
word-23878 country and people, and ruins churches, we think a great injury
word-24029 that they are ready to eat up the Turks and at
word-24823 by the Church for the sake of the imperfect laity and
word-24948 rest is at present not necessary nor commanded except only for
word-25015 this done? In this way: Man, corrupted by sin, has much
word-25290 is accomplished in two ways. First, through our own effort, secondly,
word-25352 Moses, Deuteronomy xii: " Thou shalt not do what is right
word-25368 a man must make daily use of those prayers which David
word-25622 ourselves to God in all things, especially when they seem to
word-25635 XIX. After this comes the discipline of the flesh,
word-25750 worth if they do not eat meat, eggs or butter. Beyond
word-25923 to his flesh; let him put upon it fasting, watching and
word-25995 of the flesh, for the sake of which alone the fasting,
word-26069 eggs and meat, let him eat meat and not fish. Again,
word-26119 sleep, be idle as is necessary for his health, regardless whether
word-26197 sleep, be idle as is necessary for his health, regardless whether
word-26486 sick should be allowed to eat and to drink every day
word-26587 and say it is neither necessary nor commanded to fast or
word-26601 flesh, and are ready to eat this and that without fear,
word-26651 we do not fast or eat as they do. These we
word-26665 we do not fast or eat as they do. These we
word-26917 and the world' s abuse; whereby He seeks nothing else than
word-26995 make us live, until a man, thoroughly trained, becomes so peaceful
word-27113 or regard it as holy, whereby He declares that there are
word-27169 also recognise them as holy things, be glad and thank God
word-27458 his works are done. These, therefore, must be slain by these
word-27540 and that faith, for the sake of which all other commandments
word-27557 strengthen itself in them. See, therefore, what a pretty, golden ring
word-27661 benefits, and in addition chastising one' s self, and keeping the
word-27771 regard Him as our all- gracious Father, as must be done
word-27805 such suffering, and so it comes through the Third Commandment into
word-27860 such suffering, and so it comes through the Third Commandment into
word-27874 such suffering, and so it comes through the Third Commandment into
word-27907 such suffering, and so it comes through the Third Commandment into
word-27965 doubt that it has a gracious Father in heaven. The second:
word-28407 has He said: " Thou shalt honor them"; He does not
word-28415 has He said: " Thou shalt honor them"; He does not
word-28568 a fear God does not wish to be feared or honored,
word-28584 our parents; but with the first, which is mingled with love
word-28764 God, Who is above all things, and has with benevolent intent
word-28889 to other men. Hence it comes that obedience is so highly
word-28920 dangerous and subtile than this first, which adorns itself and passes
word-29074 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to naught while all seems
word-29087 that is fulfilled which is written in the Prophets Isaiah and
word-29132 is it but to sacrifice one' s own child to the
word-29474 and more possessions than are necessary for the protection of the
word-29521 endure such evil for the sake of something better and to
word-29963 may learn to despise temporal things, to bear misfortune calmly, and
word-30058 walk in His Commandments; thou shalt eat of the labor of
word-30059 in His Commandments; thou shalt eat of the labor of thine
word-30068 walk in His Commandments; thou shalt eat of the labor of
word-30231 preacher corrects; nay, for covetousness' sake they confirm it and daily
word-30398 except because all their condemnation comes from their own children? If
word-30600 Him for blessings and a gracious will; without which faith no
word-31307 be evil government in them, whereby God is the more provoked
word-31417 and be certain that no man, neither bishop, nor pope, nor
word-31448 and if they attempt such things, it is not valid and
word-31509 higher, in our time nothing comes from Rome but a fair
word-31548 s service far and wide; whereby not only is all money
word-31670 mule- drivers, yea, not to use plainer language, Roman whores and
word-31857 prevent this thing, then to put our hand to work to
word-31889 inform them that, if they wish to care for their parishes
word-31927 lay waste and debauch the churches, then let the pope feed
word-32166 they have, and so has put up a bar to ward
word-32428 men sin in two ways. First, if they lie to the
word-32591 to suffer wrong destroys no one' s soul, nay, it improves
word-32698 and busies itself with other things, even if they were better
word-32713 works of the temporal power. Therefore, we must resist it when
word-32826 Therefore, also, the temporal power is
word-32934 also there is much abuse. First, when it follows the flatterers,
word-33242 virtue to endure wrong to one' s authority than to risk
word-33310 Octavianus, that he did not wish to make war, however just
word-33598 times, particularly in our lands. First, to make an end of
word-33699 the excessive cost of clothing, whereby so much wealth is wasted,
word-34145 I fear that here the wish is far greater than the
word-34227 by confident trust in His favor do such works only to
word-34239 honor and praise of his gracious God, thereby to serve and
word-34277 says, Titus ii: " Thou shalt exhort servants that they highly
word-34407 the one work of servants whereby they may be saved; truly
word-34585 overlook something, and for peace' sake make allowances. For it is
word-34648 as the masters do not wish God to deal too sharply
word-34679 their servants, and overlook some things, and yet have a care
word-34752 such as making pilgrimages, building churches, seeking indulgence, and the like.
word-34896 with them, and do everything whereby they may benefit and help
word-35132 and hidden; although it is written in Proverbs i, that divine
word-35568 Fifth Commandment says, " Thou shalt not kill." This Commandment has
word-35704 left alone." Certainly, my good man, so the evil spirit also
word-35840 good to them that despitefully use you. Pray for them that
word-35926 masses, say our prayers, establish churches, and more such spiritual finery,
word-36125 his heart, as an exercise whereby he may curb his spirit
word-36141 think kindly of his enemy, wish him well, care for him
word-36322 every evil which happens to one' s enemy. And these are
word-36435 and Commandment. For it is written of Moses that he was
word-36463 provoked God to anger, he put many of them to death,
word-36585 faith does not doubt the favor of God nor question that
word-36604 for a man to be gracious and favorable to his neighbor,
word-36669 chastity, of which much is written and preached, and it is
word-37485 as the faith in divine favor lives without ceasing and works
word-37761 time it is quiet, it comes again with more strength another
word-37812 and serve every one with one' s goods. And it fights
word-37893 which says: " What ye wish that others do to you,
word-38027 " Happy is the rich man, who is found without blemish,
word-38159 Now see, if a man wish not only to do good
word-38241 the true, generous, wonderworking, happy man, as Job xxxi says: "
word-38289 no thought, what we shall eat and drink and wherewithal we
word-38387 the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread." And Job
word-38389 of thy face shalt thou eat bread." And Job v, "
word-38471 the heart looks for divine favor and relies upon it, how
word-38568 have I seen a believing man, who trusts God, that is
word-38576 have I seen a believing man, who trusts God, that is
word-39261 some men do for the sake of gain, some to avoid
word-39378 will, so that they would wish the neighbor' s just cause
word-39430 will, so that they would wish the neighbor' s just cause
word-39552 be a false witness against one' s neighbor.
word-39629 it. Of which it is written in Psalm lxxxii, " Rid
word-39803 the world cannot endure what comes from God. This is proved
word-39852 Therefore, as at that time, so
word-39971 may not lose goods, honor, favor and life.
word-40073 as they please; as is written in Psalm xv: " He
word-40153 as they please; as is written in Psalm xv: " He
word-40216 has now been often said. Therefore, apart from faith all works
word-40419 easily known: such as building churches, beautifying them, making pilgrimages, and
word-40428 pilgrimages, and all that is written at so great length in
word-40460 has not said how a man, although he neglect all else,
word-40503 seek others, which are neither necessary nor commanded, and neglect those
word-40511 seek others, which are neither necessary nor commanded, and neglect those
word-40689 profits you derive from the use of Project Gutenberg works calculated
word-40700 profits you derive from the use of Project Gutenberg works calculated
word-40855 physical medium and discontinue all use of and all access to
word-122 this appointment he was in duty bound, by divine and human
word-130 divine and human right, to lead and direct the congregation at
word-134 to lead and direct the congregation at Wittenberg on the true
word-173 to lead and direct the congregation at Wittenberg on the true
word-195 to lead and direct the congregation at Wittenberg on the true
word-332 view than to edify his congregation and to lead it to
word-335 edify his congregation and to lead it to Christ when, in
word-390 Luther was moved by his duty toward his congregation to declare
word-393 view than to edify his congregation and to lead it to
word-427 His sermon Of Indulgences and Grace, occasioned by Tetzel' s attack
word-586 view than to edify his congregation and to lead it to
word-741 view than to edify his congregation and to lead it to
word-753 view than to edify his congregation and to lead it to
word-863 a previous sermon to his congregation he occasionally had made a
word-899 a previous sermon to his congregation he occasionally had made a
word-1030 of the book for the congregation remained, now however, not only
word-1047 Wittenberg congregation, but for the Christian layman in general. In the
word-1640 any rate the book could serve to acquaint him with the
word-2011 not self- elected works of monastic or any other holiness, but
word-2300 argument on faith, as the best and noblest of good works,
word-2389 argument on faith, as the best and noblest of good works,
word-2537 Luther' s intention, however, to speak only on the essence of
word-2557 show, too, how the " best work," faith, must prove itself
word-2708 praise God, to acknowledge His grace, to render all honor to
word-2941 As he now proceeds to speak of the spiritual powers, the
word-3266 heart trusts in the divine favor, it cannot seek after the
word-3269 the divine favor, it cannot seek after the temporal goods of
word-3294 with cheerful liberality for the benefit of the neighbor. Where such
word-3808 invests the works, even the best and greatest of works, with
word-4164 in a contemporaneous letter to John Hess, called it Luther' s
word-4170 Hess, called it Luther' s best book. John Mathesius, the well-
word-4172 in a contemporaneous letter to John Hess, called it Luther' s
word-4314 High- born Prince and Lord, John Duke of Saxony, Landgrave of
word-4337 Prince, gracious Lord! My humble duty and my feeble prayer for
word-4364 show my humble respect and duty toward your princely Grace, by
word-4368 and duty toward your princely Grace, by the exhibition of some
word-4437 book, dedicated to his electoral Grace, and now published— though such
word-4693 is an art and a benefit to the Church, I leave
word-5000 and with all diligence to serve you.
word-5098 myself herewith to your princely Grace, Your Princely Grace' s Humble
word-5284 in Christ, as He says, John vi. When the Jews asked
word-5400 endowments, do this or that, lead a good life before men,
word-5727 thy head lack no ointment. Live joyfully with the wife whom
word-5797 So Christ says, John viii: " I do always
word-5809 So Christ says, John viii: " I do always
word-5812 So Christ says, John viii: " I do always
word-6113 is possible only for a Christian who is enlightened and strengthened
word-6410 it further follows that a Christian who lives in this faith
word-6493 who promised her God' s grace, she went home in joy
word-6738 So a Christian who lives in this confidence
word-6764 to be done, and does everything cheerfully and freely; not that
word-7546 faith, in order thereby to lead men from the false, pretentious,
word-7559 good works, with which all monastic houses, churches, homes, low and
word-7570 faith, in order thereby to lead men from the false, pretentious,
word-7627 to confession, and do enough, everything shall be good, although in
word-7651 Indeed, they consider the works best of all, when they have
word-7687 their confidence not on divine favor, but on the works they
word-7720 their confidence not on divine favor, but on the works they
word-7841 for all good, grace and favor, whether in works or sufferings,
word-7864 says to the heathen woman, John iv: " I say unto
word-8124 and death, trust in His favor, grace and good- will, but
word-8130 grace and good- will, but seek His favor in other things
word-8317 grace and good- will, but seek His favor in other things
word-8651 decorating of churches, altars, and monastic houses, the gathering of bells,
word-8931 we begin by trusting that grace, and in it perform all
word-8994 who with their apparent righteousness lead unnumbered people into their way,
word-9044 is Christ, or there"; and John iv: " I say unto
word-9321 since he is commanded to live and walk at all times
word-9684 and many ceremonies of churches, monastic houses, holy places, which urge
word-9836 grow lazy; of whom St. Peter says, I. Peter ii, "
word-9839 grow lazy; of whom St. Peter says, I. Peter ii, "
word-9843 Peter ii, " Ye shall live as free men, but not
word-10062 are commanded and observed in monastic houses and churches, until they
word-10254 or only other people. St. Peter answers: " Only other people."
word-10324 things are free to a Christian through his faith; and yet,
word-10435 clear that we do not speak of the second, third and
word-10637 way, that the blind may lead the blind.
word-10756 rarely happens to those who live in faith and trust toward
word-10782 as it is written I. John ii: " My little children,
word-10919 judgment, but only for pure grace, favor, kindness and mercy, like
word-10920 but only for pure grace, favor, kindness and mercy, like David,
word-11800 to do this, as St. Peter says, II. Peter i: "
word-11803 to do this, as St. Peter says, II. Peter i: "
word-11984 confident trust in God' s grace, it is nothing else than
word-12038 make a long pilgrimage or seek holy places. For, tell me,
word-12995 and praise, and never to seek a name for oneself, or
word-13181 life, friend and property and everything in the effort to win
word-13762 every one ought so to live that nothing evil can be
word-13940 no way to their own benefit or advantage; so that a
word-13984 that with it he may serve God and his neighbor, just
word-14046 that with it he may serve God and his neighbor, just
word-14295 which no man can sufficiently speak and no man can sufficiently
word-14580 never rests, when he cannot lead us to the left into
word-14686 even death, and lets us live in many wicked, sinful affections,
word-15713 peace, the world seeks riches, favor, power and honor, the evil
word-16090 anger father, mother, and the best of friends. Here we must
word-16133 although this is especially the duty of those who are commanded
word-16146 God' s Word, yet every Christian is also obligated to do
word-16684 unrighteous, not approve them, but speak the truth boldly.
word-17216 should listen to them in everything they might say and do,
word-17292 over them, that it may serve us as a guide, as
word-17560 Commandment, no matter whether big John or little Nick said it,
word-17611 now. But Christ and St. Peter and Paul must cover all
word-17962 with faith in God' s favor, are nothing, as was said
word-18507 shall or can reap any benefit from the mass except he
word-19114 is their highest and only duty and obligation. How heavily must
word-19566 Now, indeed, all churches and monastic houses are full of praying
word-19584 that so little improvement and benefit result from it, and things
word-19654 that so little improvement and benefit result from it, and things
word-20297 so in their blindness they lead astray themselves and others; think
word-20435 night. Nay, there is no Christian who does not have time
word-20471 will he can, while working, speak with God in his heart,
word-20628 have no time now to speak more. For this belongs to
word-21173 trouble." In the mass a Christian shall keep in mind the
word-21550 and trust in God' s favor, but with their own works.
word-21848 and lament their sin, nor seek help against it from God,
word-21872 be in need of His grace, and will not suffer Him
word-21994 in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life
word-22069 his son, that we may live in peace under their rule."
word-22113 it we are as a congregation with one accord to consider
word-22408 possible, that then the entire congregation may confess their own sin
word-22429 if God granted that any congregation at all heard mass and
word-22500 For, indeed, the Christian Church on earth has no
word-22515 than such common prayer against everything that may oppose it. This
word-22548 on building churches, endowing many monastic houses, making music, reading, singing,
word-22906 again, and it rained, and everything became fruitful." There are many
word-23314 of saints; know nothing to speak of or to lament; the
word-23344 you ask what you shall speak of and lament in your
word-23513 or prayer: there is no Christian vein or trait in you,
word-24209 you are one of the best fighters and captains, not only
word-24350 own self- assumed good works lead us to and into ourselves,
word-24358 and into ourselves, that we seek only our own benefit and
word-24362 we seek only our own benefit and salvation; but God' s
word-24378 we seek only our own benefit and salvation; but God' s
word-25107 is to work and to live in him, all this vice
word-25268 Therefore we will now also speak of them.
word-25376 which David prays: " Lord, lead me in Thy path, and
word-25595 God in us and the best training, that we cease from
word-25794 and so on. These all seek in their fasting nothing beyond
word-26137 Church, or the rules of monastic orders: for no commandment of
word-26690 do so, and thus gradually lead them to a correct understanding.
word-26757 our honor taken away; and everything that may move us to
word-27433 into God, that God may live and work in us forever.
word-27517 sure confidence of God' s favor, in order that, as has
word-27630 s Name, to confess His grace, to give all honor to
word-27914 in both, as Christ says, John ix.
word-28118 Thy, Thy, Thy," because they seek only what belongs to God;
word-28197 works than to obey and serve all those who are set
word-28631 by words and works to serve God according to the first
word-29341 men leave this untouched, and seek all sorts of other works
word-29409 when they teach them to seek no more than pleasure, honor
word-29429 wear decent clothes and to seek an honest living is a
word-29618 lives well and does not live well. And these are the
word-29719 God' s care? Whereas St. Peter teaches and says, I. Peter
word-29724 God' s care? Whereas St. Peter teaches and says, I. Peter
word-30208 body and soul, and would serve God in some other place,
word-30555 done in confidence of divine favor, so that a man doubt
word-30647 the spiritual mother, the holy Christian Church, the spiritual power, so
word-30893 should properly manage the endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools, and
word-31175 when Christendom was at its best estate, each city had a
word-31247 help who can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools be
word-31277 help who can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools be
word-31295 help who can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools be
word-31528 bought and sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices, and
word-31661 of the people, must now serve the stable- boys, mule- drivers,
word-31737 soul: we are indeed in duty bound to resist in a
word-31840 to perish, it is our duty first of all humbly to
word-31898 their parishes properly, they shall live in them and improve the
word-31917 their parishes properly, they shall live in them and improve the
word-32346 iii, and St. Peter, I. Peter ii: " Submit yourselves to
word-32488 and deception. Secondly, when men speak evil of the government and
word-32525 to regard that which St. Peter bids us regard, namely, that
word-32692 also when it neglects its duty and busies itself with other
word-32707 were better than the very best works of the temporal power.
word-32780 no other reason than to lead the people in faith to
word-33191 wicked rulers bring to naught everything that has to do with
word-33229 the authority and the very best cause. For it is a
word-33327 were sure indications of greater benefit than harm, or at least
word-33564 vi. For examples and histories benefit and teach more than the
word-33681 how could those in power serve God better and thereby also
word-34190 every hour and could constantly serve God. But these works, like
word-34243 every hour and could constantly serve God. But these works, like
word-34245 God, thereby to serve and benefit his neighbor.
word-34327 us and be offended. St. Peter also says: " Servants, be
word-34594 it is not possible that everything be done perfectly at all
word-34610 men, as long as we live on earth in imperfection. Of
word-34663 many things be overlooked through grace, they also should be so
word-34825 her, of which matter St. Peter and St. Paul have said
word-34873 and considerateness. Obedience is the duty of subjects, considerateness that of
word-34895 kindly with them, and do everything whereby they may benefit and
word-34899 do everything whereby they may benefit and help them. That is
word-34913 heaven, and these are the best works they can do on
word-35004 do everything whereby they may benefit and help them. That is
word-35249 XXI. Again, obedience is the duty of subjects, that they direct
word-35368 there obedience ends, and that duty is annulled. Here a man
word-35378 man must say as St. Peter says to the rulers of
word-35627 pleasure with goods, honor and favor, or who do not offend
word-35786 curse nor revile, does not speak evil of them, does not
word-36070 well- disposed toward his enemy, speak well of him, do good
word-36156 well- disposed toward his enemy, speak well of him, do good
word-36776 then we think our whole duty is done.
word-36905 all the conflicts of the Christian the conflict of chastity is
word-37371 the purpose for which the monastic houses were established of old,
word-37439 looks to God for all grace, takes pleasure in spiritual purity;
word-37473 shall avoid evil thoughts and everything that is repugnant to chastity.
word-37515 or displease Him; as St. John says in his Epistle: "
word-37649 spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter says, " I beseech you,
word-37808 work ready to help and serve every one with one' s
word-38218 and money wait on his favor, and let him love none
word-38345 man shall not labor and seek a living; but he shall
word-38516 with cheerful liberality for the benefit of his neighbor, and knows
word-38818 to their kind. Therefore a Christian must rise higher, let his
word-38825 rise higher, let his liberality serve also the undeserving, evil- doers,
word-39216 his neighbor with subtilty, produce everything that strengthens and furthers his
word-39228 his neighbor with subtilty, produce everything that strengthens and furthers his
word-39303 were not as much their duty to watch for their neighbor'
word-39733 vanquished faith in Christ, and everything goes as he wishes. But
word-39822 greatest and most precious and best of all that God has;
word-40056 Therefore it despises all the favor, grace, goods and honor of
word-40057 it despises all the favor, grace, goods and honor of men,
word-40284 himself whether he be a Christian and truly believe in Christ,
word-40363 Him forever; as He says, John xiv: " I am the
word-40392 Him; the Life, that we live in Him forever.
word-40498 do; why then does he seek others, which are neither necessary
word-452 Penitence, delivered about the same time, were also intended for his
word-470 delivered the Sermons on the Ten Commandments, which were published in
word-595 Penitence, delivered about the same time, were also intended for his
word-632 delivered the Sermons on the Ten Commandments, which were published in
word-1058 dedicatory preface Luther lays the greatest stress upon this, for he
word-1135 it would be sufficient for me, I would thank God and
word-1357 that Luther intended to do away with good works. Duke George
word-1423 like scruples, especially since the full comprehension of Luther' s preaching
word-2081 works, must of course be rightly understood. It is the sure
word-2160 such faith lives in the heart, there the works are good
word-2344 good works according to the Ten Commandments. For the First Commandment
word-2345 works according to the Ten Commandments. For the First Commandment does
word-2573 faith, according to the other commandments. Luther does not proceed to
word-2673 the First to the other Commandments. From the fact, that according
word-2880 duties of children toward their parents, of parents toward their children,
word-2950 powers, the government of the Church, he frankly reveals their faults
word-2975 powers, the government of the Church, he frankly reveals their faults
word-2985 it is due to natural parents, unless it be contrary to
word-2994 contrary to the first Three Commandments. But as matters stand now
word-3019 like a mother who runs away from her children and follows
word-3123 like a mother who runs away from her children and follows
word-3311 a courageous, strong and intrepid heart, which will at all times
word-3489 zealously urged by the whole church, Luther' s argument must have
word-3544 the faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in the course of
word-3577 the faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in the course of
word-3683 do His will in its full extent as the heart has
word-3704 the faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in the course of
word-3810 works, even the best and greatest of works, with their content
word-3998 the rights of the " poor man"— to be met with
word-4062 the vision nor harden the heart, but rather produces courage in
word-4350 For a long time, gracious Prince and Lord, I
word-4515 sermons or tracts. For the greatest of all questions has been
word-4696 and a benefit to the Church, I leave others to judge.
word-4874 begged any one to hear me, or to read my sermons.
word-4954 begged any one to hear me, or to read my sermons.
word-5027 until, if God grant me time, I prepare a German exposition
word-5161 than to know God' s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix,
word-5165 s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix, " If thou wilt
word-5183 s commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix, " If thou wilt
word-5203 him naught else but the Ten Commandments. Accordingly, we must learn
word-5204 naught else but the Ten Commandments. Accordingly, we must learn how
word-5264 naught else but the Ten Commandments. Accordingly, we must learn how
word-5265 II. The first and highest, the
word-5392 We find many who pray, fast, establish endowments, do this
word-5616 they believe that God takes pleasure in them because of such
word-5647 consist only of praying in church, fasting, and almsgiving. Other works
word-5654 and almsgiving. Other works they consider to be in vain, and
word-5849 God is greater than our heart, and we have confidence, that
word-6367 and every work without distinction, however numerous and various they are,
word-6713 about it with a heavy heart, and great disrelish; he is,
word-6783 but because it is a pleasure for him to please God
word-6890 effort, despair and disrelish of heart, so that the Scriptures rightly
word-6895 heart, so that the Scriptures rightly call such works in Hebrew
word-7127 me and does not leave me, for He is standing and
word-7479 but of this the work- righteous and doers of good works
word-7617 lumbering along: if only they pray, fast, establish endowments, go to
word-7648 grace and approval. Indeed, they consider the works best of all,
word-7714 cruel fall, as Christ says, Matthew vii. This good- will and
word-7831 you trust Him with the heart, and look to Him for
word-7890 you trust Him with the heart, and look to Him for
word-8068 be favorable and to love me, which leads me, in turn,
word-8071 be favorable and to love me, which leads me, in turn,
word-8209 against which Christ warns us, Matthew vii: " Beware of false
word-8363 trust Him. But they run away from Him to men, now
word-8444 human help, and yet they consider themselves and let others consider
word-8449 human help, and yet they consider themselves and let others consider
word-8479 fide sua vivit, " the righteous man draws his life out
word-8498 fide sua vivit, " the righteous man draws his life out
word-8596 great, pretentious works of our time, which are done entirely without
word-9027 mummery. Of such Christ says, Matthew xxiv: " Beware, if any
word-9068 Jerusalem worship God, for the Father seeketh spiritual worshipers."
word-9097 flags, indulgences, by which the poor folk are led to build
word-9109 to give, to endow, to pray, and yet faith is not
word-9375 doing something, enduring or running away from something ( for, as
word-9381 something ( for, as we see, life never rests), let him
word-9781 is not made for a righteous man," that is, for the
word-10195 him." And so he did himself, I. Corinthians ix: " To
word-10221 under the law." And Christ, Matthew xvii, when He was asked
word-10415 have undertaken to teach what righteous and good works are, and
word-10551 must be allowed for a time, for their conscience sake, to
word-10572 salvation, so long as they rightly grasp the faith; lest if
word-10980 See, thus are works forgiven, are
word-11041 cxlvii: " The Lord taketh pleasure in them that I fear
word-11509 works farther through the following Commandments.
word-11802 this, as St. Peter says, II. Peter i: " Wherefore the
word-11950 dishonored where it is not rightly honored. For although it be
word-12043 seek holy places. For, tell me, what moment can pass in
word-12300 is based the wonderful and righteous judgment of God, that at
word-12308 God, that at times a poor man, in whom no one
word-12400 not at all notice this greatest work, and praising God is
word-12440 than God, or takes more pleasure in them than he does
word-13046 not to be the least, however small he may be; so
word-13073 contrary to these two first Commandments.
word-13548 reward, as the Lord says, Matthew vi; and as the motive,
word-13685 young children are induced to pray, fast, learn, etc., by gifts
word-13695 gifts and promises of the parents, even though it would not
word-13803 also before all men." And II. Corinthians iv: " We walk
word-13834 good name puff up the heart, and the heart find pleasure
word-13839 heart, and the heart find pleasure in them. Here the saying
word-13898 heart, and the heart find pleasure in them. Here the saying
word-14002 distribute some gulden to the poor for His sake. So He
word-14009 His sake. So He says, Matthew v: " Your light shall
word-14028 good works and glorify your Father Who is in heaven." He
word-14542 to satisfy only God' s commandments. He has given us such
word-14851 hath set his hope upon Me, therefore will I deliver him:
word-14951 prosperity. Yea, here he has ten times more need to call
word-14980 prosperity. Yea, here he has ten times more need to call
word-15075 My people is waxed rich, full and fat; therefore has it
word-15174 to fulfil the first two Commandments.
word-15186 danger, and especially the work- righteous saints, and those who want
word-15706 and sins. The flesh seeks pleasure and peace, the world seeks
word-15793 is a strong tower; the righteous runneth into it, and is
word-15985 But the greatest and most difficult work of
word-16085 Here we must provoke to anger father, mother, and the best
word-16332 the persons, and do not consider their deceiving eye, which looks
word-16467 when something happens to a poor and insignificant man, there the
word-16493 when something happens to a poor and insignificant man, there the
word-16532 when something happens to a poor and insignificant man, there the
word-16539 when something happens to a poor and insignificant man, there the
word-16544 when something happens to a poor and insignificant man, there the
word-16585 the truth they do not see, but they stop at the
word-16595 the reputation of the great, however unrighteous they are; and do
word-16602 they are; and do not consider the poor, however righteous they
word-16605 the reputation of the great, however unrighteous they are; and do
word-16606 not consider the poor, however righteous they are.
word-16610 XXX. See, here would be many good
word-16796 good works? And if we consider the life of men, how
word-16873 God do it alone and Himself, since He can and knows
word-17152 He that heareth you, heareth Me, and he that despiseth you,
word-17600 more to say in our time, for things are much worse
word-17760 in the Second Commandment, which however are not good in themselves,
word-18160 II. In the mass it is
word-18393 has said is true, and consider the testament sure, so that
word-18415 has said is true, and consider the testament sure, so that
word-18494 grievously is God provoked to anger thereby. For this reason also
word-18575 When this faith is rightly present, the heart must be
word-18604 and thanksgiving with a pure heart, from which the mass is
word-18775 fare like the man in II. Kings vii: we see our
word-18856 are! But where this is rightly preached, it is necessary that
word-19139 IV. We should pray, not as the custom is,
word-19381 soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them,
word-19438 shall be opened. Or what father is there of you, who,
word-19504 how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give
word-19569 churches and monastic houses are full of praying and singing, but
word-19801 do not know what we pray, as St. Paul says, Romans
word-19843 yet leave to God the time, place, measure and limit; He
word-20262 do you see who habitually pray, sing, read, work and seem
word-20334 Therefore, however long we live, we shall
word-20344 shall always have our hands full to remain, with all our
word-20476 speak with God in his heart, lay before Him his need
word-20516 " Men ought always to pray, and never cease," although in
word-20522 and never cease," although in Matthew vi. He forbids the use
word-20586 outward prayer in its proper time, especially in the mass, as
word-20671 them undertake prayer alone, and rightly exercise themselves in faith, and
word-20773 here prevent the desire to pray, not allow us to find
word-20991 and wrath, commanded us to pray, to trust and to receive.
word-21018 and wrath, commanded us to pray, to trust and to receive.
word-21043 upon myself with all joy, however worthy or unworthy I may
word-21243 plight. For this is the greatest trouble, that you find yourself
word-21274 your need than simply the Ten Commandments, in which you will
word-21427 been and still are toward father and mother and all in
word-21470 doubtless find that you are full of all need and misery,
word-21633 when you are in the greatest need and fear. Why, then,
word-22118 congregation with one accord to consider our need and the needs
word-22234 that everyone prays only for himself, and no one has regard
word-22577 do it, that we may consider such things the very best,
word-22766 that if there had been ten righteous people in them, two
word-22767 if there had been ten righteous people in them, two in
word-22819 For the prayer of a righteous man availeth much, a prayer
word-22922 Scriptures which urge us to pray, only that it be done
word-23357 can easily learn from the Ten Commandments and the Lord' s
word-23466 to pray than at this time, and it will be more
word-23519 vein or trait in you, however righteous you may be. But
word-23520 or trait in you, however righteous you may be. But it
word-23534 foretold, that when God' s anger is greatest and Christendom suffers
word-23536 when God' s anger is greatest and Christendom suffers the greatest
word-23541 when God' s anger is greatest and Christendom suffers the greatest
word-23652 to withstand Him and turn away His anger from one another,
word-23654 foretold, that when God' s anger is greatest and Christendom suffers
word-23673 foretold, that when God' s anger is greatest and Christendom suffers
word-23707 but laugh at it, take pleasure in it, condemn, malign, sing
word-23728 unafraid and unashamed, go to church, hear mass, say prayers, and
word-24544 which He had made. Genesis ii. Therefore He commanded also that
word-24637 many evil vices be done away with through the labor of
word-24731 we may gather in the church, see mass, hear God' s
word-24847 s Word. For, as we see, the priests and clergy celebrate
word-25941 and no more, although pope, Church, bishop, father- confessor or any
word-26132 against the command of the Church, or the rules of monastic
word-26144 against the command of the Church, or the rules of monastic
word-26257 who takes no care of himself, and, as far as in
word-26563 in looking for permission for himself, and in pleading the ruin
word-27039 works of men. This is rightly keeping and hallowing the day
word-27053 a man does not guide himself, then he desires nothing for
word-27059 a man does not guide himself, then he desires nothing for
word-27366 He needed it not for Himself, but only for our comfort,
word-27556 and strengthen itself in them. See, therefore, what a pretty, golden
word-27710 God so permits and ordains. See, here begins the second work,
word-27966 that it has a gracious Father in heaven. The second: "
word-28288 than to curse, to strike father and mother more than to
word-28331 that we honor our own father and mother. And this honor
word-28592 II. This work appears easy, but
word-28672 finds occasion to despise its parents, to murmur against them, or
word-28773 finds occasion to despise its parents, to murmur against them, or
word-28842 place, such as relatives, god- parents, sponsors, temporal lords and spiritual
word-28912 There is another dishonoring of parents, much more dangerous and subtile
word-28972 parents and child take mutual pleasure in one another.
word-29043 train them for worldly honors, pleasure and possessions, that they may
word-29102 are destroyed by their own parents, and they do like the
word-29122 idol Moloch and burned him, II. Kings xxi. What else is
word-29203 it is to be a father or a mother, where flesh
word-29292 God bids us honor our parents, that is, to love them
word-29330 to do, whether he be father or child. But we blind
word-29562 head, has never yet delighted me, and I abhor it as
word-29657 at the command of her parents, but within against her body
word-29692 must make some display." Tell me, are not these the words
word-29757 their children, have never yet rightly prayed for them, have never
word-29820 true, as men say, that parents, although they had nothing else
word-29838 their own children; if they rightly train them to God' s
word-29851 will indeed have both hands full of good works to do.
word-29978 See, what great lessons are these,
word-30034 it would be a real Church, a chosen cloister, yea, a
word-30145 devil, flesh and blood pull away from it; it makes no
word-30358 of Jerusalem, weep not for me, but for yourselves and for
word-30424 to open the eyes of parents, that they may have regard
word-30439 their children, so that the poor children be not deceived by
word-30453 love, as if they had rightly honored their parents when they
word-30648 spiritual mother, the holy Christian Church, the spiritual power, so that
word-30682 love and fear our natural parents, and yield to it in
word-30698 contrary to the first three Commandments.
word-30781 after their lovers, as Hosea ii. says; they do not preach,
word-30832 these had better be done away with. But no one gives
word-30958 disciple Titus, that he should rightly instruct and govern all classes,
word-31636 hands of the Romans, the greatest villains in the world. Thus
word-32014 the clergy as with a father who has lost his sense
word-32309 to nothing if an insane father severely threatens the son who
word-32673 faith and the first three Commandments. But the spiritual power does
word-32736 it does wrong. For the poor people believe and do as
word-33067 considered evil, unfit rulers the greatest of plagues, as He threatens,
word-33078 iii, " I will take away from them every man of
word-33314 not wish to make war, however just his cause might be,
word-33853 it as against open usury. See, these are the three Jews,
word-33916 load, hunt and drive the poor people with great burdens, as
word-33960 be established that would do away with the public bawdy- houses,
word-34061 some cities, as we all see, why should it not be
word-34159 Now see, here only a few works
word-34372 Now there is the greatest complaint in the world about
word-34843 the further explanation of the Ten Commandments, and is easily inferred
word-35078 he be in a short time, so quietly and secretly that
word-35197 them elsewhere. This Christ declared, Matthew xxiv: " If they shall
word-35514 so that he rule not himself, approve not himself, think not
word-35517 so that he rule not himself, approve not himself, think not
word-35558 I. The passions of anger and revenge, of which the
word-35577 Commandment has one work, which however includes many and dispels many
word-35622 us good and give us pleasure with goods, honor and favor,
word-35685 I. The passions of anger and revenge, of which the
word-35732 they may show you how full of anger and wickedness you
word-35734 I. The passions of anger and revenge, of which the
word-35800 them, although they had taken away goods, honor, life, friends and
word-35832 them. Of this Christ says, Matthew v: " Do good to
word-35871 II. Behold how this precious, excellent
word-35977 no one considers or examines himself, how near or how far
word-36038 a proof of his own anger and wickedness, that is, one
word-36057 a proof of his own anger and wickedness, that is, one
word-36121 before the eyes of his heart, as an exercise whereby he
word-36236 neglect this? Therefore God says, Matthew v, " I say unto
word-36299 a proof of his own anger and wickedness, that is, one
word-36384 seems to be one of anger and harshness. So thoroughly good
word-36398 seems to be one of anger and harshness. So thoroughly good
word-36610 and favorable to his neighbor, however much he may have sinned;
word-36656 which includes much and drives away much vice; it is called
word-36720 see that the world is full of shameful works of unchastity,
word-36759 when we have been to church, have said our little prayer,
word-36946 vii: " I find in me, that is in my flesh,
word-36955 II. If this work of chastity
word-37100 the Gospel, and in it consider Christ' s sufferings. Thus says
word-37162 See, here each one will find
word-37172 find enough to do with himself, and more than enough, and
word-37441 God for all grace, takes pleasure in spiritual purity; therefore he
word-37767 again with more strength another time, and finds the nature weaker
word-37953 the like. And when we consider the world in its doings,
word-38014 II. Therefore the Wise Man says
word-38155 Now see, if a man wish not
word-38189 Let him take heed to himself, and see to it that
word-38278 them." So Christ also teaches, Matthew vi, that we shall take
word-38528 that he will have enough, however much he may give away.
word-38575 trusts God, that is a righteous man, forsaken, or his child
word-38839 ungrateful, even as his heavenly Father makes His sun to rise
word-39112 great, that he who would rightly keep it must risk and
word-39500 Commandment, would have both hands full doing only those good works
word-39555 II. There is a second bearing
word-39635 Psalm lxxxii, " Rid the poor out of the hand of
word-39817 was and is the very greatest and most precious and best
word-39856 Therefore, as at that time, so at all times there
word-40007 also a bold, defiant, fearless heart, that ventures and stands by
word-40224 faith all works are dead, however good the form and name
word-40526 desires of the body for pleasure and for temporal goods, are
word-40795 • You provide a full refund of any money paid
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word-40875 with paragraph 1. F.3, a full refund of any money paid
word-99 time he was obliged to preach only occasionally in the convent,
word-212 time he had taught with ever increasing clearness in his lectures
word-423 means of his theses. His sermon Of Indulgences and Grace, occasioned
word-438 and delivered in the latter part of March, 1518, as well
word-445 means of his theses. His sermon Of Indulgences and Grace, occasioned
word-755 bounds of his congregation spread ever wider beyond Wittenberg, so that
word-763 Wittenberg, so that his writings found a surprisingly ready sale, even
word-860 recalled that in a previous sermon to his congregation he occasionally
word-874 recalled that in a previous sermon to his congregation he occasionally
word-896 recalled that in a previous sermon to his congregation he occasionally
word-923 outgrew the bounds of a sermon for his congregation. On March
word-988 M. L. Vuittenberg. On the last page it bore the printer'
word-1089 say that I write only small Sexternlein ( tracts of small
word-1093 say that I write only small Sexternlein ( tracts of small
word-1191 to the reigning Prince, he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation,
word-1270 cultivation of morality on the part of their subjects. Time and
word-1372 no good impression from a sermon Luther had delivered at Dresden,
word-1539 Now, since Luther had opposed the
word-1885 playing the organ, saying the mass, praying matins, vespers, and other
word-1998 In the fundamental part he therefore argues: " Truly
word-2133 should reprove the conscience with sin, death and hell, and deny
word-2157 wrath eternally." Where such faith lives in the heart, there the
word-2525 the end of the fundamental part of the treatise. It was
word-2586 the end of the fundamental part of the treatise. It was
word-2602 needs no such instruction ( I. Timothy 1:9), but that he
word-2821 and of preaching, common prayer, bodily discipline and the mortification of
word-2947 of the spiritual powers, the government of the Church, he frankly
word-3150 and human right, is a part of their enjoined works according
word-3159 works according to the Fourth Commandment.
word-3258 thus to keep the Sixth Commandment. When the heart trusts in
word-3608 Lord had given in the Sermon on the Mount, when he
word-3829 here amplifies more clearly than ever before, demanded nothing less than
word-4236 God' s grace and good- will, are even to- day widely
word-4796 be at all ashamed to preach and to write in German
word-4834 Christendom would have reaped no small advantage, and have been more
word-4862 Then, too, I have never forced
word-4936 and even more than too much, that some laymen condescend to
word-4979 books and is eager to receive instruction in Good Works and
word-5113 I. We ought first to know
word-5324 sent." When we hear or preach this word, we hasten over
word-5367 works must be done and receive from it the inflow of
word-5811 Him." And St. John says, I. John iii: " Hereby we
word-5860 whatsoever we ask, we shall receive of Him, because we keep
word-5894 trusts God, doth not commit sin, and cannot sin." Again, Psalm
word-5948 must be quickly forgiven. Behold, then, why I exalt faith so
word-6011 even if it were so small a thing as picking up
word-6306 but when you believed the Word of God."
word-6359 which alone is, works and lives in each and every work
word-6412 follows that a Christian who lives in this faith has no
word-6648 the great, the long, the much, as gladly as the small,
word-6659 the short, the little, and vice versa; and that too with
word-6740 So a Christian who lives in this confidence toward God,
word-7036 for them, whether they be small or great. This is real
word-7409 but with death, hell, and sin, and refuses grace and mercy,
word-7706 from which they must at last take a cruel fall, as
word-7822 him with the knees or bodily gestures; but if you trust
word-7912 is able to satisfy this Commandment. And as this Commandment is
word-8128 His favor, grace and good- will, but seek His favor in
word-8566 words and say: " Well, then, we will do no more
word-8634 reading, organ- playing, reading the mass, saying matins and vespers and
word-8946 XII. Note for yourself, then, how far apart these two
word-8969 with inward trust. For this last makes true, living children of
word-9265 who say that when we preach of faith, we shall neither
word-9353 Now, since the being and nature
word-9567 works are forbidden when we preach faith alone, it is as
word-9771 of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, " The law
word-9838 of whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, " The law
word-10085 when the rulers, as is now, alas! the case, busy themselves
word-10145 XV. Since, then, we are not all alike,
word-10186 is weak in the faith receive ye, to teach him." And
word-10196 And so he did himself, I. Corinthians ix: " To them
word-10669 eat, drink and sleep too much, or otherwise transgress, as I
word-10781 gone; as it is written I. John ii: " My little
word-10801 not. And if any man sin, we have an Advocate with
word-10826 not. And if any man sin, we have an Advocate with
word-10932 " Thy loving kindness is ever before mine eyes, and I
word-11111 and the confidence can be found and whence they come, this
word-11225 for us, how much more then, being justified by His blood,
word-11436 of God. From this same Word and from no other source
word-11928 to honor, call upon, glorify, preach and praise His Name. And
word-11997 See now, how many kinds of good
word-12055 we do not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on
word-12197 house: they will be for ever praising Thee." So also David
word-12219 my mouth." And St. Paul, I. Corinthians x: " Whether therefore
word-12246 " Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in
word-12356 work than another, who fasts much, prays much, endows churches, makes
word-12358 work than another, who fasts much, prays much, endows churches, makes
word-12411 in his eyes a very small matter compared with the great
word-12611 the heart is without faith, cause the precious work to be
word-12908 And so through this one part of the Commandment man is
word-13021 which is an exceedingly dangerous sin, and yet the most common
word-13047 to be the least, however small he may be; so deeply
word-13080 the world regards this terrible vice as the highest virtue, and
word-13198 the world regards this terrible vice as the highest virtue, and
word-13209 that it is the very last vice to be overcome. St.
word-13210 the world regards this terrible vice as the highest virtue, and
word-13270 in order to fight this vice and drive it out, so
word-13272 to fight this vice and drive it out, so common, so
word-13537 and let shame and honor drive them, these also have their
word-14140 into or remain in grievous sin, in order that he may
word-14171 kept himself from this great vice of vain honor and fame,
word-14809 of the first and highest Commandment. This is the experience of
word-14890 with this work? For who lives an hour without trials? I
word-15004 that more heinous sins and vice occur when there is peace,
word-15096 enemies remain and would not drive them out, in order that
word-15151 enemies remain and would not drive them out, in order that
word-15300 which should be sought and found in God alone, through naught
word-15945 preached and proclaimed under this Commandment. These also include, that we
word-16140 those who are commanded to preach God' s Word, yet every
word-16505 tell the extent of this vice in Christendom? God says in
word-16676 with words, not take the part of the unrighteous, not approve
word-16722 endowed houses, if he were found guilty of sin against the
word-16932 to accept such honor, He will, after all, perform the work
word-16972 because they have made common cause with the unrighteous. Just as
word-17271 are to hear and to follow them, and this rule cannot
word-17304 shall hear in the Fourth Commandment.
word-17317 the spiritual estate the greater part preach false doctrine and misuse
word-17318 spiritual estate the greater part preach false doctrine and misuse spiritual
word-17424 How few preachers would be found in Christendom! But it has
word-17632 How few preachers would be found in Christendom! But it has
word-17670 through which, if it shall last much longer, we will, as
word-17674 shall last much longer, we will, as I fear, openly worship
word-17744 I. We have now seen how
word-17927 worship, such as going to mass, praying, and hearing a sermon
word-17932 mass, praying, and hearing a sermon on holy days. So understood
word-17997 them are for the greater part worse than those of the
word-18017 and other evil deeds; and then, the mass and the sermon
word-18022 mass, praying, and hearing a sermon on holy days. So understood
word-18080 not think that we might receive something out of the mass
word-18131 fault, because they do not preach the Gospel, and do not
word-18147 worship, such as going to mass, praying, and hearing a sermon
word-18544 must be changed during the mass, and come to have a
word-18597 God' s love. Then will follow praise and thanksgiving with a
word-18718 III. The sermon ought to be nothing else
word-18740 if no one preaches it? Now, they who ought to preach
word-18745 Now, they who ought to preach it, themselves do not know
word-18883 against all the temptation of sin, whether past, or present, or
word-19006 much greater sin not to preach the Gospel, and to let
word-19070 much greater sin not to preach the Gospel, and to let
word-19328 man think that he shall receive any thing of the Lord."
word-19385 ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall surely
word-19561 aright according to these words! Now, indeed, all churches and monastic
word-19611 " You ask much and receive not, because ye ask amiss."
word-20590 proper time, especially in the mass, as this Commandment requires, and
word-20714 with earnestness of heart to follow the words in deep devotion,
word-21023 pray, to trust, and to receive from Him, how shall it
word-21053 may be?" Thus we must drive out the devil' s suggestion
word-21298 in yourself a weak faith, small hope and little love toward
word-21357 these faults than of all bodily harm to goods, honor and
word-21456 unchastity, covetousness and injustice in word and deed against your neighbor;
word-21616 broken, or who is in bodily danger. Nay, you believe that
word-21638 greatest need and fear. Why, then, are you so foolish here,
word-21713 blind are we: with our bodily sickness and need we run
word-21778 blind are we: with our bodily sickness and need we run
word-21800 wish to be cured of sin, you must not withdraw from
word-21820 more confidence than if a bodily need had overtaken you. God
word-21846 wish to be cured of sin, you must not withdraw from
word-22182 are not made in the mass, it were better to omit
word-22321 at the end of the sermon the Confession of Sins is
word-22390 exhorts us because of our sin, and thereby makes us humble.
word-22760 Genesis xviii, and accomplished so much, that if there had been
word-22822 of a righteous man availeth much, a prayer that perseveres and
word-22838 which does not cease asking ever more and more, although what
word-23082 to pray this and so much, and this you intend to
word-23218 to His mercy and good- will, and not doubt that it
word-23252 of prayer when we suffer bodily need; when we are sick
word-23304 are in our churches during mass, we stand like images of
word-23617 not destroy it; but I found none. Therefore have I poured
word-23730 unashamed, go to church, hear mass, say prayers, and regard themselves
word-23853 in Church and at the mass, that we blaspheme and condemn
word-23907 love grows cold, God' s Word is neglected, and all manner
word-24139 one single work of the mass, look on your neighbor' s
word-24256 the Turks, and yet were found guilty of having disregarded your
word-24276 love? For Christ at the last day will not ask how
word-24339 than of those who suffer bodily need. Therefore take heed: our
word-24369 salvation; but God' s commandments drive us to our neighbor, that
word-24457 ought to pray; in which vice no one is sunk so
word-24688 labors is of two kinds, bodily and spiritual. For this reason
word-24705 The bodily rest is that of which
word-24733 gather in the church, see mass, hear God' s Word and
word-24737 see mass, hear God' s Word and make common prayer. This
word-24746 The bodily rest is that of which
word-24800 " One holy day shall follow the other"; on the other
word-24866 see mass, hear God' s Word and make common prayer. This
word-24959 see mass, hear God' s Word and make common prayer. This
word-25018 this way: Man, corrupted by sin, has much wicked love and
word-25112 live in him, all this vice and wickedness must be choked
word-25235 its affections and lusts." Then follow the good works,— fasting, watching,
word-25249 some say and write so much, although they know neither the
word-25342 the Wise Man says: " Follow not thine own desires." And
word-25905 quantity for fasting, as he will, on condition that he do
word-26045 XX. Now, if some one should find
word-26475 its true use, limit, fruit, cause and purpose. So also the
word-26728 form of discipline which we receive at the hands of others,
word-26739 is when men or devils cause us suffering, as when our
word-26908 rouse us to impatience, and last of all death and the
word-26926 else than that He may drive out anger, impatience and lack
word-27397 after His rest and henceforth lives only in God and God
word-27783 this work of the Third Commandment. Here suffering contains faith, that
word-27848 this work of the Third Commandment. Here suffering contains faith, that
word-27901 living in adversity, and faith lives and works, goes out and
word-28144 Let this, then, suffice as a plain, hasty
word-28264 within the works of each Commandment. For who does not know
word-28781 and try them in His Commandment. But the matter becomes still
word-29225 the first three and the last six Commandments depends altogether upon
word-29498 grieve that, without its own will, it must do the world'
word-29613 dances and does not dance, lives well and does not live
word-29723 St. Peter teaches and says, I. Peter v, " Cast all
word-30311 manner of good works? God will, after all, not ask them
word-30346 This is shown by that word of Christ, Luke xxiii, "
word-30804 and there is no spiritual government at all left in Christendom.
word-31185 a bishop, although the smallest part of the inhabitants were Christians.
word-31202 bishop wants to have so much, another so much, this one
word-31205 bishop wants to have so much, another so much, this one
word-31235 have much; but of spiritual government nothing or little. Meanwhile may
word-31304 have much; but of spiritual government nothing or little. Meanwhile may
word-31317 IX. Since, then, the authorities so entirely neglect
word-31331 are perverted, it must assuredly follow that they misuse their power,
word-31463 are perverted, it must assuredly follow that they misuse their power,
word-31538 and every thing that has ever been founded to God' s
word-31592 people are neglected, God' s Word and God' s Name and
word-31609 is destroyed, so that at last such institutions and offices fall
word-31628 unfit men, but the greater part into the hands of the
word-31653 s service, for the instruction, government and improvement of the people,
word-32113 at Constance, Basel and the last Roman Council; but nothing has
word-32125 accomplished, and things have grown ever worse, Moreover, such councils are
word-32345 Titus iii, and St. Peter, I. Peter ii: " Submit yourselves
word-32461 possessions. For even if the government does injustice, as the King
word-32492 possessions. For even if the government does injustice, as the King
word-32506 possessions. For even if the government does injustice, as the King
word-32791 God. All this is not found in the temporal power; for
word-32805 and leave undone what it will, my faith to God still
word-32834 temporal power is a very small thing in God' s sight,
word-32975 the common people, becomes a government of the like of which
word-32989 The spider- webs catch the small flies, but the mill- stones
word-33002 the common people, becomes a government of the like of which
word-33011 The spider- webs catch the small flies, but the mill- stones
word-33219 undertake to enforce his own will, although he may have the
word-33317 make war, however just his cause might be, unless there were
word-33405 the wagon and horses can follow him, and regard that more
word-33496 and bridges; he will not drive long, all will go to
word-33726 such abuse is to be found among the people who have
word-33798 an unchristian thing. Thirdly, to drive out the usurious buying of
word-33914 who ban, load, hunt and drive the poor people with great
word-33953 heaven, that some time a government might be established that would
word-34010 be married early and such vice be prevented. Such a rule
word-34077 is, there is no real government in the world. No one
word-34521 as an exercise and exhortation ever to strengthen their faith and
word-34697 But see now, what good works a householder
word-35295 no man think that he lives well or does good works,
word-35426 go to war, and his cause was manifestly unrighteous, we should
word-35433 manifestly unrighteous, we should not follow nor help him at all;
word-35554 I. The passions of anger and
word-35750 strive after meekness and to drive out anger.
word-35951 the most holy Christians there ever were. And so because of
word-36015 Now, since no one lives on
word-36019 Now, since no one lives on earth upon whom God
word-36152 and pray for him; and then, when opportunity offers, speak well
word-36168 to him. Let him who will, try this and if he
word-36431 to God' s honor and Commandment. For it is written of
word-36779 Now, if no other work were
word-36804 so perilous and raging a vice is unchastity. It rages in
word-36967 to be permanent, it will drive to many other good works,
word-37070 defence is prayer and the Word of God; namely, that when
word-37431 chastity. For he who so lives that he looks to God
word-37486 chastity. For he who so lives that he looks to God
word-38030 the rich man, who is found without blemish, who does not
word-38661 most surely feels that the cause of covetousness is distrust and
word-38668 most surely feels that the cause of covetousness is distrust and
word-38708 he does not trust God. Now, as in this Commandment faith
word-38864 But here it will be found how hard it is to
word-39027 men' s hands at the last day.
word-39082 of which there now is much, be prohibited. I have spoken
word-39142 than the work of that small member, the tongue, and is
word-39310 watch for their neighbor' s cause as for their own. Thus
word-39322 watch for their neighbor' s cause as for their own. Thus
word-39358 one side sins against this Commandment. And even when they cannot
word-39373 have the unrighteous spirit and will, so that they would wish
word-39383 watch for their neighbor' s cause as for their own. Thus
word-39390 watch for their neighbor' s cause as for their own. Thus
word-39511 which concern the tongue. And then, how many are there who
word-39790 has always happened when the Word of God has come to
word-39835 world not only did not receive Him, but persecuted Him more
word-39847 than all others who had ever come forth from God.
word-40353 we should believe in Him, follow Him and abide in Him
word-40379 we should believe in Him, follow Him and abide in Him
word-40515 The last two Commandments, which forbid evil
word-40600 death. For no one has ever been so holy that he
word-1144 God and suffer all my books to perish thereafter.... Most willingly
word-1169 will I be ashamed of preaching and writing German to the
word-1243 interest in the fact that preaching on good works should occur
word-1249 on good works should occur within their realm, for the safety
word-1279 Time and again the papal church had commended herself to princes
word-1428 interest in the fact that preaching on good works should occur
word-1490 with love for, as they said, love which proves itself and
word-1579 sufficient for justification, and such preaching would indeed have led to
word-1861 of the fact that the Church was urging nothing but the
word-2022 such only as God has commanded, and as are comprehended within
word-2027 commanded, and as are comprehended within the bounds of one' s
word-2252 do, to leave undone, to say, to leave unsaid, to think."
word-2550 and their fundamental relation to faith; he would show, too, how
word-2828 and the mortification of the flesh, and he joins the former
word-2885 parents, of parents toward their children, and of subordinates toward their
word-2984 as it is due to natural parents, unless it be contrary
word-2989 natural parents, unless it be contrary to the first Three Commandments.
word-3040 natural parents, unless it be contrary to the first Three Commandments.
word-3049 this case members of the Church must do as godly children
word-3526 good works which God has commanded, and that therefore, not the
word-4090 importance of the Treatise, for within the period of seven months
word-4243 even to- day widely prevalent within the kingdom of God. To
word-4283 even to- day widely prevalent within the kingdom of God. To
word-4548 the simpleminded man is so easily misled that our Lord Christ
word-4679 to let all my little books perish.
word-4687 the making of many great books is an art and a
word-4713 the making of many great books is an art and a
word-4723 I could, with God' s help, do it more readily perhaps
word-4849 than by the great, deep books and quaestiones, which are used
word-4877 to hear me, or to read my sermons. I have freely
word-4886 have freely ministered in the Church of that which God has
word-4907 to hear me, or to read my sermons. I have freely
word-4942 to hear me, or to read my sermons. I have freely
word-4974 is pleased with such German books and is eager to receive
word-5130 except those which God has commanded, even as there is no
word-5179 the commandments." And when the young man asks Him, Matthew xix,
word-5504 also are the works which grow out of it. Now they
word-5737 whom thou lovest all the days of the life of thy
word-5758 all our works be good, whatever they may be, without any
word-5777 certain and believe that they please God. Then shall the head
word-5805 do always those things that please Him." And St. John says,
word-5928 in Him." If this be true, then all that they do
word-6184 makes all other works good, acceptable and worthy, in that it
word-6214 they have not let faith remain a work, but have made
word-6226 habitus of it, as they say, although Scripture gives the name
word-6229 as they say, although Scripture gives the name of a good,
word-6274 as they say, although Scripture gives the name of a good,
word-6343 many. For the works are acceptable not for their own sake,
word-6426 teacher of good works, but whatever he finds to do he
word-6475 with thee." So also we read of St. Anna, Samuel' s
word-6513 teacher of good works, but whatever he finds to do he
word-6623 are to do, leave undone, say, not say, think? Confidence alone
word-6625 are to do, leave undone, say, not say, think? Confidence alone
word-6747 this confidence toward God, a knows all things, can do all
word-6787 a pleasure for him to please God thereby, and he serves
word-7016 body, property, honor, friends, or whatever they have, and believe that
word-7137 and is ready graciously to help, and through the window of
word-7528 way I have, as I said, always praised faith, and rejected
word-7574 and lead them to the true, genuine, thoroughly good, believing works.
word-7783 alone am God, thou shalt place all thy confidence, trust and
word-8235 many good works, as they say, to make God favorable to
word-8393 same Prophet and in the Books of the Kings. This is
word-8440 own efforts or through human help, and yet they consider themselves
word-8753 that we believe that they please God, then they are praiseworthy,
word-8806 that we believe that they please God, then they are praiseworthy,
word-8938 in it perform all works, whatever they may be.
word-8971 trust. For this last makes true, living children of God, the
word-8999 lead unnumbered people into their way, and yet allow them to
word-9123 even suppressed. For since faith knows no distinction among works, such
word-9334 and confidence toward God, to place such faith in no one
word-9358 Now, since the being and nature of man cannot for an
word-9411 times exercise himself in this faith; let him learn to do
word-9426 times exercise himself in this faith; let him learn to do
word-9446 times exercise himself in this faith; let him learn to do
word-9451 faith; how he dare never grow idle, because his very idling
word-9497 we ought) that all things please God. So says St. Paul:
word-9674 so many laws of the Church and of the State, and
word-9831 false confidence in it, and grow lazy; of whom St. Peter
word-9868 of faith does not permit sins, nor will it cover them,
word-9888 of good works and to endure all things as they happen
word-9970 and where this does not help, they must be put to
word-10032 life, must be coaxed like young children and tempted with external,
word-10124 works, just as a mother gives her child other food along
word-10327 to a Christian through his faith; and yet, because the others
word-10402 his faith do works to please God.
word-10467 so the first class must endure and instruct them. Therefore we
word-10575 as they rightly grasp the faith; lest if we try to
word-10632 and taught, let go their way, that the blind may lead
word-10786 John ii: " My little children, these things I write unto
word-10861 and strong that the man knows that all his life and
word-11077 children and yet sinners; are acceptable and yet do not do
word-11203 we still continually walked in sins, Christ dies for our sin?"
word-11273 thus must thou form Christ within thyself and see how in
word-11359 affectioned toward thee that He gives even His Son for thee,
word-11373 also must in its turn grow sweet and kindly affectioned toward
word-11385 also must in its turn grow sweet and kindly affectioned toward
word-11404 thine toward God. We never read that the Holy Spirit was
word-11546 works, cannot be done without faith; and if it is done
word-11595 said above, and it is true, that there is no difference
word-12350 does a greater and more acceptable work than another, who fasts
word-12371 with great deeds in this place and in that. Such a
word-12490 calls upon God in his sins, and praises Him, and so
word-12892 perfectly for the gift of natural life, not to mention all
word-13054 may be; so deeply is nature sunk in the evil of
word-13068 and in its self- confidence contrary to these two first Commandments.
word-13114 of the Holy Scriptures, to read or hear the heathen books
word-13119 read or hear the heathen books and histories. For all heathen
word-13125 read or hear the heathen books and histories. For all heathen
word-13377 not accomplished in the coarse flesh, but in the spirit.
word-13389 think it is good for young people that they be enticed
word-13580 Now I hold that a young person could be more easily
word-13585 young person could be more easily trained and incited by God'
word-13605 Yet where these do not help, we must endure that they
word-13608 do not help, we must endure that they do the good
word-13631 do not help, we must endure that they do the good
word-13680 Now I hold that a young person could be more easily
word-13743 XXIII. But this is true, that we must none the
word-13813 so honestly that no man knows anything against us." But there
word-13882 who, when honored and praised, remain indifferent and unchanged, so that
word-13902 who, when honored and praised, remain indifferent and unchanged, so that
word-14099 us, we are not to endure it, but with all our
word-14137 man to fall into or remain in grievous sin, in order
word-14200 by means of other grievous sins, that His Name alone may
word-14362 your burnt- offerings and your flesh yourselves; for concerning these things
word-14379 this thing commanded I you: Obey My voice ( that is,
word-14443 tear man not only from sins, but also from the works
word-14565 moment be idle, and might easily forget all other works. But
word-14604 but against which God has commanded, Deuteronomy xxviii, and Joshua xxiii,
word-14752 shalt glorify Me; for I desire the sacrifice of praise." And
word-14797 and whereby confidence and faith grow mightily, and these are the
word-15092 let many of its enemies remain and would not drive them
word-15406 to look for it, and gives and urges all manner of
word-15416 of reasons why we should place such faith and confidence in
word-15579 makes bold; and it is true, as Baruch iii. says, "
word-15664 The first is our own flesh, the second the world, the
word-15686 oppressed and troubled; whereby God gives us occasion to do good
word-15704 these enemies and sins. The flesh seeks pleasure and peace, the
word-15867 have never seriously fought with sins, and have not needed His
word-16156 do so when time and place demand. For we must for
word-16349 the thing. These are hypocrites within and have only the appearance
word-16495 he lets the poor man remain unhelped. And who could tell
word-16804 of men, how in every place men act so very rashly
word-16878 Himself, since He can and knows how to help each one?"
word-17133 all His saints, in whose place they sit and whose power
word-17171 become insolent and bold to say, to do, and to leave
word-17194 practise all their wickedness, in whatever way they please and can
word-17197 wickedness, in whatever way they please and can invent, without any
word-17434 has gotten the upper hand: whatever they assert and in whatever
word-17439 has gotten the upper hand: whatever they assert and in whatever
word-17440 they assert and in whatever way, that must be right. Here
word-18055 with our eyes, hear the preaching with our ears, and say
word-18098 out of the preaching, seek, desire and expect something in our
word-18120 with our eyes, hear the preaching with our ears, and say
word-18149 with our eyes, hear the preaching with our ears, and say
word-18308 but the forgiveness of all sins, grace and mercy unto eternal
word-18391 what Christ has said is true, and consider the testament sure,
word-18433 you forgiveness of all your sins, what else is it, than
word-18524 long for divine mercy, and desire to be rid of his
word-18550 long for divine mercy, and desire to be rid of his
word-18587 joyful by the testament, and grow warm and melt in God'
word-18632 blessed testament, just as he gives thanks, praises and is joyful,
word-18700 thanks nor love nor praise, remain parched and hard, and have
word-18952 This preaching should induce sinners to grieve
word-18960 sinners to grieve over their sins, and should kindle in them
word-19097 for no one any longer knows this testament, to say nothing
word-19105 This preaching should induce sinners to grieve
word-19158 mind upon some pressing need, desire it with all earnestness, and
word-19281 faith makes the prayer so acceptable that either it will surely
word-19315 of God not waver in faith; for if he wavers, let
word-19366 such faith, Christ Himself has said, Mark xi: " Therefore I
word-19491 give good gifts to your children, and you yourselves are not
word-19591 from it, and things daily grow worse? The reason is none
word-19677 so that they go their way, babbling much with their mouths,
word-19710 of faith and to the nature of prayer, they remain hardened.
word-19714 the nature of prayer, they remain hardened.
word-19732 that his prayer is surely acceptable and heard, although the very
word-19812 viii; and God works and gives above all that we understand,
word-19833 that his prayer is surely acceptable and heard, although the very
word-19947 tempting, but with simple faith remain on the straight road, trusting
word-20023 works, without which, as was said, they cannot be good.
word-20058 all other good works are commanded, that you shall know what
word-20290 respect of the chief work, faith; and so in their blindness
word-20369 cease to learn. No one knows what a great thing it
word-20395 if no other work were commanded, would not prayer alone suffice
word-20489 of other men, ask for help, make petition, and in all
word-20657 Where now are they who desire to know and to do
word-20683 will find that it is true, as the holy Fathers have
word-20689 as the holy Fathers have said, that there is no work
word-20723 Where now are they who desire to know and to do
word-20734 earnestly desires what the words say, and not to doubt that
word-20771 will he here prevent the desire to pray, not allow us
word-20841 thoughts. For the evil spirit knows well how powerful one man'
word-20908 or because of his unworthiness grow faint; but he must heed
word-21387 God, lament and ask for help, and with all confidence expect
word-21393 God, lament and ask for help, and with all confidence expect
word-21883 to be a God Who gives to everyone and takes nothing
word-22010 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God
word-22099 For this reason also the Church is called a House of
word-22256 can that prayer be of help, good, acceptable and a common
word-22258 prayer be of help, good, acceptable and a common prayer, or
word-22438 mass and prayed in this way, so that a common earnest
word-22501 For, indeed, the Christian Church on earth has no greater
word-22524 it. This the evil spirit knows well, and therefore he does
word-22665 sty, he would indeed not endure it, but would fear such
word-23127 bring nothing before God and desire nothing from Him.
word-23277 to St. James, to this place and to that; then we
word-23353 in your prayer, you can easily learn from the Ten Commandments
word-23417 and prelates; how only knaves, children, fools and women rule. Then
word-23719 talk of their neighbor' s sins, and yet dare, unafraid and
word-23849 which we gather together in Church and at the mass, that
word-24512 work, which embraces the whole nature of man. Here it must
word-24585 the Sunday, and the other days are called work- days; the
word-24787 been fulfilled, so that all days are holy days, as Isaiah
word-24808 been fulfilled, so that all days are holy days, as Isaiah
word-24820 necessity and ordained by the Church for the sake of the
word-25027 love and inclination toward all sins, as the Scriptures say, Genesis
word-25031 all sins, as the Scriptures say, Genesis viii, " Man' s
word-25177 here we must hurt our nature and let it be hurt.
word-25202 anger, lust, pride, while the flesh wants to be in pleasure,
word-25228 anger, lust, pride, while the flesh wants to be in pleasure,
word-25322 place, when we see our flesh, senses, will and thoughts tempting
word-25503 Wilderness, where there was no way, no food, no drink, no
word-25546 waxed not old, as we read in the Books of Moses.
word-25549 as we read in the Books of Moses. For this reason
word-25640 comes the discipline of the flesh, to kill its gross, evil
word-25734 do, but also by the nature of the food, thinking that
word-25992 lust and wantonness of the flesh, for the sake of which
word-26057 more wantonness arose in his flesh from eating fish than from
word-26105 kill the wantonness of his flesh, he shall let fasting alone
word-26170 more wantonness arose in his flesh from eating fish than from
word-26209 so that through it the natural strength is ruined and the
word-26238 citing the commandment of the Church or the law of his
word-26282 that we should kill its natural life or work, but only
word-26314 that we should kill its natural life or work, but only
word-26320 life. For, as has been said, in the practice of fasting,
word-26492 and to drink every day whatever they wish. In brief, where
word-26502 where the wantonness of the flesh ceases, there every reason for
word-26540 out of this freedom there grow a lazy indifference about killing
word-26596 fast or to mortify the flesh, and are ready to eat
word-27149 s works, just as a church is consecrated from natural works
word-27153 a church is consecrated from natural works to the worship of
word-27237 such a rest ( for nature is very unwilling to die
word-27421 is perfectly accomplished only through natural death and burial, be lifted
word-27524 order that, as has been said, all works remain in the
word-27527 has been said, all works remain in the First Commandment and
word-28053 kingdom is nowhere else except within you." The fourth petition is
word-28195 no better works than to obey and serve all those who
word-28259 although there are distinctions also within the works of each Commandment.
word-28348 but in this: that we obey them, look up to, esteem
word-28363 and example, accept what they say, keep silent and endure their
word-28367 they say, keep silent and endure their treatment of us, so
word-28378 long as it is not contrary to the first three Commandments;
word-28617 children not according to the flesh, but ( as they ought)
word-28658 undone, and suffer what its nature would most gladly do otherwise;
word-28719 undone, and suffer what its nature would most gladly do otherwise;
word-28938 a child has its own way, and the parents through natural
word-28943 way, and the parents through natural love allow it. Here there
word-29052 they may by all means please men and reach high positions:
word-29064 the children like, and they obey very gladly without gainsaying.
word-29165 God? let them go their way, and be burned up in
word-29187 love and honor and the desire of eternal blessings be quenched
word-29208 father or a mother, where flesh and blood are supreme! For,
word-29242 to teach them to their children, as Psalm lxxviii. says, "
word-29264 to teach them to their children, as Psalm lxxviii. says, "
word-29374 are in no way to obey them; for God, according to
word-29516 the rest of men, and endure such evil for the sake
word-29659 command of her parents, but within against her body she wore
word-29753 yet thanked God for their children, have never yet rightly prayed
word-29788 yet thanked God for their children, have never yet rightly prayed
word-29802 permits them to go their way, with cares and worries, and
word-29815 V. Thus it is true, as men say, that parents,
word-29818 it is true, as men say, that parents, although they had
word-29920 and fear God, and to place their hope on Him, to
word-30096 children shall be as the young scions of laden olive trees
word-30141 has commanded it; the devil, flesh and blood pull away from
word-30266 punishment in any way more easily than by neglecting their own
word-30367 and for your children. The days are coming, in which they
word-30408 If they had not had children, perhaps they might have been
word-30435 If they had not had children, perhaps they might have been
word-30641 Commandment is to honor and obey the spiritual mother, the holy
word-30681 honor, love and fear our natural parents, and yield to it
word-30693 all things which are not contrary to the first three Commandments.
word-30820 this work? A few fast- days and feast- days are left,
word-30823 this work? A few fast- days and feast- days are left,
word-30837 away with. But no one gives this a thought, and there
word-30907 in them, provide for the young people, boys and girls, in
word-30946 in them, provide for the young people, boys and girls, in
word-30964 in them, provide for the young people, boys and girls, in
word-31048 is like that of the natural parents who let their children
word-31352 when they give some command contrary to God. Here we must
word-31364 wise; for the Apostle has said, that those times shall be
word-31431 when they give some command contrary to God. Here we must
word-31789 ordained to provide for our children, must be allowed to do
word-31906 and improve the people by preaching or by good example; or
word-32154 oath to let the Romans remain what they are and keep
word-32192 is demanded, forced and taken contrary to God and the law,
word-32330 of this Commandment is to obey the temporal authority, as Paul
word-32441 it, and are disloyal, neither obey nor do as it has
word-32449 as it has ordered and commanded, whether with their bodies or
word-32568 or men; as in former days when the magistrates were not
word-32666 has nothing to do with preaching and faith and the first
word-32890 very least of Christians should endure and keep silent, if it
word-33239 a far nobler virtue to endure wrong to one' s authority
word-33301 to others thereby. So we read of the Emperor Octavianus, that
word-33516 that they read, or have read to them, from youth on,
word-33546 ruling than in all the books of law; as we read
word-33551 that they read, or have read to them, from youth on,
word-33712 only the world and the flesh are served; it is fearful
word-33861 the three Jews, as men say, who suck the whole world
word-34216 that no one expect to please God by the works, but
word-34358 and harsh. For this is acceptable with God, if a man
word-34459 all this in a simple faith; not that they would by
word-34537 as has now been frequently said, this faith makes all works
word-34797 it is a matter not contrary to God' s commands. On
word-34836 much. But this has its place in the further explanation of
word-34847 the Ten Commandments, and is easily inferred from these passages.
word-34925 with these they are more acceptable to God than if without
word-35270 undone what their over- lords desire of them, that they do
word-35286 torn or driven from this, whatever another do. Let no man
word-35309 torn or driven from this, whatever another do. Let no man
word-35351 urge a subject to do contrary to the Commandments of God,
word-35389 Jews: " We ought to obey God rather than men." He
word-35401 Jews: " We ought to obey God rather than men." He
word-35996 this Commandment; although God has said, that not he who does
word-36101 he may do good works, please God and be saved. Let
word-36229 great works which are not commanded, and neglect this? Therefore God
word-36425 that we be not meek contrary to God' s honor and
word-36509 I must not regard, nor grow angry because of them; but
word-36563 high, noble, sweet work can easily be learned, if we perform
word-36650 too a good work is commanded, which includes much and drives
word-36951 me, that is in my flesh, no good thing."
word-37090 upon God' s mercy and help, read and meditate on the
word-37091 God' s mercy and help, read and meditate on the Gospel,
word-37142 thoughts while they are yet young and just beginning; for Christ
word-37186 many good works to do within himself. But now no one
word-37379 established of old, to teach young people discipline and purity.
word-37395 strong faith is a great help, more noticeably so than in
word-37451 he can so much more easily resist fleshly impurity: and in
word-37598 for the quenching of the flesh, especially to the practice and
word-37640 the poison with which the flesh and the evil spirit attack
word-37674 vi, " Ye shall not obey the body in its lusts."
word-37720 the less a work that gives pleasure, in which we shall
word-37771 another time, and finds the nature weaker than before.
word-38114 provision for the body and natural need, under cover of which
word-38237 them; then he is the true, generous, wonderworking, happy man, as
word-38304 God cares for this, and knows that we have need of
word-38521 benefit of his neighbor, and knows well that he will have
word-38620 God; and, as has been said, it is by such confidence
word-38651 works must be done in faith; for here every one most
word-38879 to God' s Commandment, how nature squirms, twists and writhes in
word-38899 works of its own choice easily and gladly. Therefore take your
word-39656 Such persecution, it is true, has now become infrequent; but
word-39700 should arise; and in its place they teach us their own
word-39801 light; for the world cannot endure what comes from God. This
word-40272 faith: thus every one may easily by this Commandment test and
word-40368 xiv: " I am the Way, the Truth and the Life,"—
word-40375 xiv: " I am the Way, the Truth and the Life,"—
word-40410 other works, which are not commanded, are perilous and easily known:
word-40414 not commanded, are perilous and easily known: such as building churches,
word-40505 other works, which are not commanded, are perilous and easily known:
word-40741 must be paid within 60 days following each date on which
word-40814 by e- mail) within 30 days of receipt that s/ he
word-40902 reported to you within 90 days of receipt of the work.
word-418 and wrong of indulgences by means of his theses. His sermon
word-757 his congregation spread ever wider beyond Wittenberg, so that his writings
word-1013 zweyntzigsten Jar. It filled not less than 58 leaves, quarto. In
word-1096 tracts of small volume) and German sermons for the untaught laity,
word-1141 I would thank God and suffer all my books to perish
word-1172 tracts of small volume) and German sermons for the untaught laity,
word-1231 member of the reigning house. Princes have reason to take a
word-1284 church had commended herself to princes and statesmen by her emphatic
word-1415 a member of the Electoral house should harbor like scruples, especially
word-2108 mercy, even though He appears angry and puts sufferings and adversities
word-2150 though He would condemn and show His wrath eternally." Where such
word-2320 besides those commanded of God), and, on the other hand, he
word-2622 " as his faith, his confidence, teaches him." Only " because
word-2623 as his faith, his confidence, teaches him." Only " because we
word-2752 hearts toward God' s benefits, and, to that end, to mortify
word-2780 argument on the Third and Fourth Commandments claims nearly one- half
word-2853 Luther discusses the Fourth Commandment as fully as the
word-2986 is due to natural parents, unless it be contrary to the
word-3007 magistrates neglect their peculiar work, namely, the fostering of godliness and
word-3037 and evil works, like parents whose commands are contrary to God.
word-3056 and evil works, like parents whose commands are contrary to God.
word-3107 the civil magistrates must also suffer reforms to be enacted in
word-3158 enjoined works according to the Fourth Commandment.
word-3234 neighbor and to overcome all angry and wrathful desires. In this
word-3262 Sixth Commandment. When the heart trusts in the divine favor, it
word-3409 it to be better than anything he had heretofore written. The
word-3421 indeed, surpasses all his previous German writings in volume, as well
word-3432 indeed, surpasses all his previous German writings in volume, as well
word-3541 earthly calling, but the faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in
word-3647 earthly calling, but the faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments in
word-3729 the only correct principle, much less had it been so energetically
word-3833 than ever before, demanded nothing less than a breach with the
word-4064 nor harden the heart, but rather produces courage in the truth
word-4313 Illustrious, High- born Prince and Lord, John Duke of Saxony, Landgrave
word-4354 long time, gracious Prince and Lord, I have wished to show
word-4359 Lord, I have wished to show my humble respect and duty
word-4393 powers too feeble to undertake anything worthy of being offered to
word-4538 trickery and deception than in anything else, and in which the
word-4604 without it are mere color, show and deceit.
word-4631 write only little pamphlets and German sermons for the unlearned laity,
word-4801 preach and to write in German for the unlearned laymen. Although
word-4829 henceforth do more of it, Christendom would have reaped no small
word-4973 Grace is pleased with such German books and is eager to
word-5031 me time, I prepare a German exposition of the Faith in
word-5047 time I have wished to show how in all good works
word-5243 of men or of human law or custom, as we see
word-5259 is done, because we are blind and despise the divine Commandments.
word-5696 So teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy
word-5853 our heart, and we have confidence, that whatsoever we ask, we
word-5889 that is, whoever believes and trusts God, doth not commit sin,
word-5977 every one can note and tell for himself when he does
word-6109 that he pleases God, is possible only for a Christian who
word-6145 fact that men have followed blind reason and heathen ways, have
word-6190 and worthy, in that it trusts God and does not doubt
word-6253 fact that men have followed blind reason and heathen ways, have
word-6267 brings with it at once love, peace, joy and hope. For
word-6282 and worthy, in that it trusts God and does not doubt
word-6372 however numerous and various they are, just as all the members
word-6607 and thoroughly believe in their love, who teaches them how they
word-6609 believe in their love, who teaches them how they are to
word-6629 believe in their love, who teaches them how they are to
word-6673 hearts, and each is a free companion of the other. But
word-6730 than half in despair, and often makes a fool of himself.
word-6968 for the way of the Lord, we have not known it,
word-7009 pleasing to God when they suffer in body, property, honor, friends,
word-7025 believe that God of His mercy appoints their sufferings and difficulties
word-7385 VIII. Beyond all this is the highest
word-7426 to condemn and to be angry eternally. This few men experience,
word-7440 in Psalm vi, " O Lord, rebuke me not in Thine
word-7445 Lord, rebuke me not in Thine anger." To believe at such
word-7598 divide the hoof, as the Law of Moses decrees; who will
word-7604 of Moses decrees; who will suffer no distinction among good works,
word-7666 long works without any such confidence, and they look for good
word-7786 thou shalt place all thy confidence, trust and faith on Me
word-7816 only with your lips, or worship him with the knees or
word-7872 only with your lips, or worship him with the knees or
word-7875 only with your lips, or worship him with the knees or
word-8196 are nothing but mere sham, show and pretence, with nothing back
word-8213 Matthew vii: " Beware of false prophets, which come to you
word-8459 This is what St. Paul means in many places, where he
word-8614 believe and not to do anything good. For nowadays they say
word-8711 call honoring and worshiping God, and, according to the First Commandment,
word-8830 setting up self as a false god. This is the reason
word-8840 reason why I have so often spoken against the display, magnificence
word-8953 far apart these two are: keeping the First Commandment with outward
word-8962 far apart these two are: keeping the First Commandment with outward
word-8980 God, the other only makes worse idolatry and the most mischievous
word-9064 mountain nor yet at Jerusalem worship God, for the Father seeketh
word-9194 Old Testament, when the Jews left the Temple and sacrificed at
word-9748 as his confidence in God teaches him.
word-9775 I. Timothy i, " The law is not made for a
word-9826 abuse this freedom, put a false confidence in it, and grow
word-9845 " Ye shall live as free men, but not using your
word-9878 " Ye shall live as free men, but not using your
word-9979 put to death by the worldly sword, as St. Paul says,
word-9988 put to death by the worldly sword, as St. Paul says,
word-10010 but to the evil." The fourth class, who are still lusty,
word-10126 as a mother gives her child other food along with the
word-10135 as a mother gives her child other food along with the
word-10321 all works and things are free to a Christian through his
word-10375 all works and things are free to a Christian through his
word-10419 what righteous and good works are, and are now speaking of
word-10441 of the second, third and fourth classes of men, but of
word-10450 but of the first, into whose likeness all the others are
word-10507 which they cling; we must rather blame their ignorant, blind teachers,
word-10511 must rather blame their ignorant, blind teachers, who have never taught
word-10635 must rather blame their ignorant, blind teachers, who have never taught
word-10999 own nature, but by the mercy and grace of God because
word-11009 because of the faith which trusts on the mercy of God.
word-11012 own nature, but by the mercy and grace of God because
word-11187 give us a strong unconquerable confidence, that before we prayed or
word-11288 thee and offers thee His mercy without any previous merits of
word-11294 without any previous merits of thine own, and from such a
word-11399 without any previous merits of thine own, and from such a
word-11430 thee and offers thee His mercy without any previous merits of
word-11847 by a firm faith, trust, confidence, hope and love, which are
word-11850 faith, trust, confidence, hope and love, which are the only works
word-11865 have, honor and keep a God; for by no other work
word-12042 or seek holy places. For, tell me, what moment can pass
word-12064 or, on the other hand, suffer adversity? But what else are
word-12144 As Psalm li. says: " Lord, open Thou my lips, and
word-12153 lips, and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise." Again: "
word-12447 them than he does in God; and thus with his good
word-12559 higher and better the works are, the less show they make;
word-12561 better the works are, the less show they make; and that
word-12562 the works are, the less show they make; and that every
word-12601 the works are, the less show they make; and that every
word-12789 by the Name of the Lord, and make mention of the
word-12815 in the true faith and confidence, which is the real truth
word-12879 also of right never to cease or end. For who can
word-13013 one sing of him and tell of him; which is an
word-13029 the most common of all, and, alas! little regarded. Every one
word-13035 alas! little regarded. Every one wants to be of importance and
word-13144 them men are taught by blind reason that they were not
word-13235 are practised in and by means of good works."
word-13444 they would otherwise by no means do or leave undone. These
word-13506 higher and far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God' s
word-13648 can we do more than tell them that their works are
word-13749 that we must none the less have a good name and
word-13814 honestly that no man knows anything against us." But there must
word-14196 ward off this sin by means of other grievous sins, that
word-14418 do whatsoever is right in thine own eyes, but what thy
word-14500 a sign unto thee upon thine hand, and for a memorial
word-14507 a sign unto thee upon thine hand, and for a memorial
word-14519 man meditates in God' s Law day and night." For we
word-14584 cannot lead us to the left into evil works, fights on
word-14648 For this God regards as keeping His Name holy and greatly
word-14977 thousand shall fall on the left hand and ten thousand on
word-15113 must exercise themselves in the keeping of God' s commandments, as
word-15234 and be secure. It is beyond telling what a devilish allurement
word-15311 but a pure faith and confidence, and a cheerful meditation of
word-15521 keep faith, if a man trusts Him? Nay, is it not
word-15527 Him? Nay, is it not rather He alone Who will keep
word-15537 keep faith, if a man trusts Him? Nay, is it not
word-15695 do good works without ceasing, namely, to fight with these enemies
word-16179 have and can do, and show by our deeds that we
word-16240 we must first of all resist all wrong, where truth or
word-16250 or righteousness suffers violence or need, and dare make no distinction
word-16418 other big- wigs. Here each wants to be the most pious,
word-16500 remain unhelped. And who could tell the extent of this vice
word-16645 the greater the men, the worse the deeds; and where we
word-16764 Or who is he, before whose door and into whose house
word-16768 Or who is he, before whose door and into whose house
word-16769 whose door and into whose house such good works do not
word-16899 to do it alone; He wants us to work with Him,
word-16984 to do it alone; He wants us to work with Him,
word-17070 belongs to this work to resist all false, seductive, erroneous, heretical
word-17115 belongs to this work to resist all false, seductive, erroneous, heretical
word-17132 and all His saints, in whose place they sit and whose
word-17137 and all His saints, in whose place they sit and whose
word-17303 we shall hear in the Fourth Commandment.
word-17319 estate the greater part preach false doctrine and misuse spiritual power,
word-17377 fearing in this matter, how often would the knaves of officiales
word-17401 fearing in this matter, how often would the knaves of officiales
word-17484 high that few understand it, and, besides, adorned with God' s
word-17605 time, for things are much worse now. But Christ and St.
word-17664 of the holy Name of God; through which, if it shall
word-17679 will, as I fear, openly worship the devil as a god;
word-17684 worship the devil as a god; so completely do the spiritual
word-17766 are not good in themselves, unless they are done in faith
word-17882 man on the right side, namely, in the things which concern
word-17998 are for the greater part worse than those of the work
word-18104 and expect something in our prayer. Although in this matter the
word-18311 of all sins, grace and mercy unto eternal life, that all
word-18352 letter and seal, He has left with us His own Body
word-18652 and more gulden. Although Christ often fares like those who make
word-18710 have enough with our little prayer. Of this more another time.
word-18849 itself. O God, how exceeding blind we are! But where this
word-18868 be diligently heard, grasped, retained, often thought of, and that the
word-19046 the mass to be celebrated, unless the Gospel be preached, as
word-19157 our mind upon some pressing need, desire it with all earnestness,
word-19200 brethren, you shall by no means despise your prayer, as if
word-19212 were in vain, for I tell you of a truth that,
word-19355 that which he asks, nor anything better.
word-19642 grievous labor and work. If anything is given for it, it
word-19651 it, it is none the less only temporal benefit without any
word-19861 are the true worshipers, who worship God in spirit and in
word-19881 be heard, sin upon the left hand against this Commandment, and
word-19930 be heard, sin upon the left hand against this Commandment, and
word-19979 else than a doing and keeping of the First Commandment, that
word-19989 that is, of faith, trust, confidence, hope and love to God,
word-20169 prayed Christ and said: " Lord, increase our faith "; and
word-20237 weakness, through which He daily teaches and admonishes you how much
word-20325 faith, not on God' s mercy and promise through a firm,
word-20364 of faith, and not to cease to learn. No one knows
word-20609 and faith, whether in the house or in the field, in
word-20696 there is no work like prayer. Mumbling with the mouth is
word-20765 all his powers. Oh, how often will he here prevent the
word-20783 all his powers. Oh, how often will he here prevent the
word-20794 man is worthy to ask anything of such a Majesty as
word-20826 or not; whether it is possible that his prayer is acceptable,
word-20888 that he and his prayer are, indeed, unworthy before such infinite
word-20943 because of my unworthiness I cease from nothing. I pray and
word-20956 because God of His pure mercy has promised to hear and
word-21222 not know or recognise your need, or have no trouble, then
word-21237 you are in the worst possible plight. For this is the
word-21304 hope and little love toward God; and that you do not
word-21369 and believe that they are worse than death and all mortal
word-21441 sin against your neighbor with anger, hatred and evil words; how
word-21508 to ask for such things, unless they first be conscious that
word-21535 is the work of those false preachers, who teach men to
word-21608 that God hears no one whose leg is broken, or who
word-21662 to ask for faith, hope, love, humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace,
word-21669 obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace, righteousness, unless you are already free of
word-21673 righteousness, unless you are already free of all your unbelief, doubt,
word-21682 unbelief, doubt, pride, disobedience, unchastity, anger, covetousness and unrighteousness. Although the
word-21708 So blind are we: with our bodily
word-21720 and need we run to God; with the soul' s sickness
word-21770 would help ourselves in spiritual need, although it really is greater
word-21876 His grace, and will not suffer Him to be a God
word-22103 the Church is called a House of Prayer, because in it
word-22201 the Church is called a House of Prayer, because in it
word-22537 he can to prevent such prayer. Gleefully he lets us go
word-22560 many masses, and multiplying ceremonies beyond all measure. This does not
word-22628 languishes, no one will take anything from him, and no one
word-22730 he can to prevent such prayer. Gleefully he lets us go
word-22836 that is, which does not cease asking ever more and more,
word-22877 he says, " as we are, and prayed, that it might
word-23108 we thus make of the House of Prayer a house of
word-23112 the House of Prayer a house of mockery, and call that
word-23206 with God of definite things, namely, mention some present need, commend
word-23210 things, namely, mention some present need, commend it to His mercy
word-23215 need, commend it to His mercy and good- will, and not
word-23251 form of prayer when we suffer bodily need; when we are
word-23295 and every good kind of prayer. But when we are in
word-23363 Commandments and the Lord' s Prayer. Open your eyes and look
word-23390 will find how faith, hope, love, obedience, chastity and every virtue
word-23447 God, Who is so terribly angry with men. And it is
word-23538 s anger is greatest and Christendom suffers the greatest need, then
word-23542 and Christendom suffers the greatest need, then petitioners and supplicants before
word-23562 God, Who is so terribly angry with men. And it is
word-23645 words God indicates how He wants us to withstand Him and
word-23781 the thief on Christ' s left hand, who blasphemed Him in
word-23895 complain, and urge kings and princes to war. But when faith
word-23947 these spiritual and many times worse Turks, these are themselves the
word-23954 complain, and urge kings and princes to war. But when faith
word-24005 slaying Christ. So also must Christendom be laid waste by no
word-24038 and at home themselves set house and sheep- cote on fire
word-24059 other contents, and none the less worry about the wolf in
word-24157 him; let it grieve you, tell it to God, and pray
word-24325 and spiritual poverty, captivity and need, of whom there are at
word-24338 more than of those who suffer bodily need. Therefore take heed:
word-24395 not for Himself alone, but rather for us, when He said,
word-24560 kept holy and that we cease from our works which we
word-24607 would to God that in Christendom there were no holiday except
word-24715 which we have spoken above, namely, that we omit our business
word-24741 s Word and make common prayer. This rest is indeed bodily
word-24749 is indeed bodily and in Christendom no longer commanded by God,
word-24961 s Word and make common prayer. This rest is indeed bodily
word-24978 this: that we not only cease from our labor and trade,
word-25049 that is, to pride, disobedience, anger, hatred, covetousness, unchastity, etc., and
word-25073 own profit, will and honor rather than God' s and his
word-25197 flesh; here the spirit resists anger, lust, pride, while the flesh
word-25203 lust, pride, while the flesh wants to be in pleasure, honor
word-25274 XVIII. This rest, namely, that our work cease and
word-25278 rest, namely, that our work cease and God alone work in
word-25330 and thoughts tempting us, we resist them and do not heed
word-25344 Man says: " Follow not thine own desires." And Moses, Deuteronomy
word-25359 Man says: " Follow not thine own desires." And Moses, Deuteronomy
word-25375 prayers which David prays: " Lord, lead me in Thy path,
word-25434 one, that it is not possible for a man to control
word-25468 prayers which David prays: " Lord, lead me in Thy path,
word-25599 the best training, that we cease from our works, that we
word-25642 discipline of the flesh, to kill its gross, evil lust, to
word-25656 discipline of the flesh, to kill its gross, evil lust, to
word-25661 kill and quiet with fasting, watching and labor, and from this
word-25680 There are, alas! many blind men, who
word-25683 There are, alas! many blind men, who practise their castigation,
word-25693 castigation, whether it be fasting, watching or labor, only because they
word-25719 are they who measure their fasting not only by the quantity
word-25755 eat meat, eggs or butter. Beyond these are those who fast
word-25771 are they who measure their fasting not only by the quantity
word-25797 are they who measure their fasting not only by the quantity
word-25799 seek in their fasting nothing beyond the work itself: when they
word-25835 way that they none the less drink themselves full; some fast
word-25856 are they who measure their fasting not only by the quantity
word-25878 are they who measure their fasting not only by the quantity
word-25886 are they who measure their fasting not only by the quantity
word-25927 him put upon it fasting, watching and labor according to its
word-25961 him put upon it fasting, watching and labor according to its
word-26001 him put upon it fasting, watching and labor according to its
word-26009 is ordained, that is, to kill and to subdue them. If
word-26100 it is not needful to kill the wantonness of his flesh,
word-26109 his flesh, he shall let fasting alone entirely, and eat, sleep,
word-26146 commandment of the Church, no law of an order can make
word-26153 an order can make fasting, watching and labor of more value
word-26168 it is not needful to kill the wantonness of his flesh,
word-26177 its lusts. Where men go beyond this, and the fasting, eating,
word-26184 an order can make fasting, watching and labor of more value
word-26187 its lusts. Where men go beyond this, and the fasting, eating,
word-26241 commandment of the Church, no law of an order can make
word-26258 takes no care of himself, and, as far as in him
word-26280 given us that we should kill its natural life or work,
word-26290 given us that we should kill its natural life or work,
word-26293 that we kill its wantonness; unless its wantonness were so strong
word-26306 that we could not sufficiently resist it without ruin and harm
word-26326 in the practice of fasting, watching and labor, we are not
word-26405 cling so firmly to their fasting that they run the risk
word-26423 their womb and to themselves, rather than not to fast when
word-26628 No less are we to guard against
word-26676 of them, but we must tell them the reason why it
word-26763 that may move us to anger, impatience and unrest. For God'
word-26830 that may move us to anger, impatience and unrest. For God'
word-26881 Therefore in order to kill our works and the Adam
word-26899 us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which rouse us
word-26928 us, which move us to anger, many sufferings, which rouse us
word-27040 of men. This is rightly keeping and hallowing the day of
word-27157 from natural works to the worship of God. Therefore a man
word-27257 of rest for it to cease from its works and be
word-27333 dear Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who on the Sabbath lay
word-27347 the entire day of rest, free from all His works, and
word-27643 Then follows the third, to worship by praying, hearing God' s
word-27665 chastising one' s self, and keeping the body under.
word-27928 pray in the Lord' s Prayer. The first is this, that
word-27994 calls upon it in every need, as the Second Commandment says.
word-28056 else except within you." The fourth petition is " Thy will
word-28123 seek only what belongs to God; all the others say "
word-28439 certain fear, which unites with love, and causes a man to
word-28535 certain fear, which unites with love, and causes a man to
word-28655 must do, leave undone, and suffer what its nature would most
word-28680 against them, or to do worse things. There love and fear
word-28687 There love and fear depart, unless they have God' s grace.
word-28787 against them, or to do worse things. There love and fear
word-28790 becomes still worse when the child has children of its own;
word-28934 honor; that is, when a child has its own way, and
word-28957 honor, here there is mutual love, and on all sides it
word-28969 honor; that is, when a child has its own way, and
word-29041 reason they train them for worldly honors, pleasure and possessions, that
word-29051 that they may by all means please men and reach high
word-29135 to sacrifice one' s own child to the idol and to
word-29171 and be burned up in worldly pleasure, love, enjoyment, possessions and
word-29173 burned up in worldly pleasure, love, enjoyment, possessions and honor, but
word-29335 father or child. But we blind men leave this untouched, and
word-29444 Yet the heart of a child must be taught to be
word-29488 Yet the heart of a child must be taught to be
word-29691 I must make some display." Tell me, are not these the
word-29706 which despairs of God, and trusts more on its own providing
word-29720 s care? Whereas St. Peter teaches and says, I. Peter v,
word-29882 whom God makes of your house a hospital, and sets you
word-29944 fasting, watching, working, to attend worship and to hear God' s
word-30064 eat of the labor of thine hands; therefore thou shalt be
word-30087 eat of the labor of thine hands; therefore thou shalt be
word-30185 and teach himself and his child to the honor of God;
word-30190 child to the honor of God; he leaves behind those whom
word-30296 help is it, that they kill themselves with fasting, praying, making
word-30448 deceived by their false, fleshly love, as if they had rightly
word-30461 parents when they are not angry with them, or are obedient
word-30468 them, or are obedient in worldly matters, by which their self-
word-30708 this work, things are almost worse than with regard to the
word-30807 no spiritual government at all left in Christendom.
word-30845 thought, and there is nothing left except the ban for debt,
word-30868 that adultery, unchastity, usury, gluttony, worldly show, excessive adornment, and such
word-30901 and schools, and earnestly maintain worship in them, provide for the
word-30939 give a good example and Christendom be filled and adorned with
word-30951 young people. So St. Paul teaches his disciple Titus, that he
word-30984 young people. So St. Paul teaches his disciple Titus, that he
word-31117 is in all things more worldly than the worldly estate itself.
word-31120 is in all things more worldly than the worldly estate itself.
word-31124 the worldly estate itself. Meanwhile Christendom must be ruined, and this
word-31171 time of the Apostles, when Christendom was at its best estate,
word-31198 things go when one bishop wants to have so much, another
word-31214 whole world, that one the fourth of it.
word-31296 that there be no monastic house or endowment than that there
word-31428 angel, may command or determine anything that is contrary to or
word-31482 understand that the commands of fasting do not include the sick,
word-31501 reasons cannot fast without injury. And, to rise higher, in our
word-31740 indeed in duty bound to resist in a proper way as
word-31758 must do like pious children whose parents have become insane, and
word-31834 are afraid, and thus allow Christendom to perish, it is our
word-31972 true Turks, whom the kings, princes and the nobility ought to
word-32030 did not restrain him and resist him ( although with all
word-32075 do what they attempt, lest Christendom be destroyed thereby.
word-32107 which this has been proposed, namely, at Constance, Basel and the
word-32144 device that the kings and princes must beforehand take an oath
word-32358 as supreme, and to the princes as his ambassadors, and to
word-32369 all the ordinances of the worldly power." But it is the
word-32529 St. Peter bids us regard, namely, that its power, whether it
word-32549 only the body and property; unless indeed it should try openly
word-32587 said to do. For to suffer wrong destroys no one' s
word-32716 temporal power. Therefore, we must resist it when it does not
word-32726 temporal power. Therefore, we must resist it when it does not
word-33047 will and must be ( unless God should do a special
word-33092 give children to be their princes and babes to rule over
word-33127 the third is war, the fourth is all manner of evil
word-33148 wicked rulers. For where these are, the land is destroyed, not
word-33259 advantageous to the subjects; since worldly rights attach only to temporal
word-33320 just his cause might be, unless there were sure indications of
word-33837 while in truth it is worse than usury, because men are
word-33869 the whole world dry. Here princes ought not to sleep, nor
word-34034 temporal power. If it was possible among the Jews, why should
word-34044 temporal power. If it was possible among the Jews, why should
word-34051 temporal power. If it was possible among the Jews, why should
word-34067 temporal power. If it was possible among the Jews, why should
word-34083 in the world. No one wants to work, therefore the mechanics
word-34097 workmen holiday: then they are free and no one can tame
word-34250 XVIII. The fourth work of this Commandment is
word-34592 allowances. For it is not possible that everything be done perfectly
word-35161 gates of the cities; which means that they are present in
word-35239 believe it not; they are false prophets and false Christs."
word-35242 believe it not; they are false prophets and false Christs."
word-35333 it should happen, as it often does, that the temporal power
word-35391 We ought to obey God rather than men." He did not
word-35412 We ought to obey God rather than men." He did not
word-35447 commanded that we shall not kill our neighbor, nor do him
word-35460 if he bade us bear false witness, steal, lie or deceive
word-35472 We ought to obey God rather than men." He did not
word-35699 be angry, if I were left alone." Certainly, my good man,
word-35729 in order that they may show you how full of anger
word-35738 of anger and wickedness you are, that you may be admonished
word-35863 curse you, and by no means curse them, but do good
word-35893 prevails except strife, war, quarreling, anger, hatred, envy, back- biting, cursing,
word-35906 vengeance, and all manner of angry works and words; and yet,
word-36245 unto you, that whosoever is angry with his neighbor, is in
word-36339 God and brethren of Christ, Whose heart was so pained for
word-36374 regretting the death which the law imposes. Here the act seems
word-36412 sorely when it must be angry and severe.
word-36461 calf and provoked God to anger, he put many of them
word-36510 must not regard, nor grow angry because of them; but God'
word-36870 how great truly good works are, nay, that it is impossible
word-36974 many other good works, to fasting and temperance over against gluttony
word-36983 against gluttony and drunkenness, to watching and early rising over against
word-37031 against gluttony and drunkenness, to watching and early rising over against
word-37072 prayer and the Word of God; namely, that when evil lust
word-37073 and the Word of God; namely, that when evil lust stirs,
word-37088 prayer, call upon God' s mercy and help, read and meditate
word-37452 can so much more easily resist fleshly impurity: and in such
word-37499 so it also does not cease its admonitions in all things
word-37560 the temptation, nor by any means imagine that we are free
word-37565 means imagine that we are free from it as long as
word-37716 pain, it is none the less a work that gives pleasure,
word-37797 vices, and is called in German Mildigkeit, " benevolence;" which is
word-37859 and weights, and who could tell all the ready, novel, clever
word-38115 for the body and natural need, under cover of which it
word-38123 of which it accumulates wealth beyond all limits and is never
word-38461 III. This work faith teaches of itself. For if the
word-38479 upon it, how is it possible that a man should be
word-38492 worry? He must be sure beyond a doubt that God cares
word-38570 seen a believing man, who trusts God, that is a righteous
word-38580 righteous man, forsaken, or his child begging bread." Therefore the Apostle
word-38615 from its money than from God; and, as has been said,
word-38616 its money than from God; and, as has been said, it
word-38633 And, indeed, in this Commandment it
word-38677 faith. For because a man trusts God, he is generous and
word-38746 is of no worth, but rather a careless squandering of money.
word-39150 tongue, and is called in German Wahrheit sagen, " telling the
word-39156 sagen, " telling the truth" and, where there is need, gainsaying
word-39160 truth" and, where there is need, gainsaying lies; so that it
word-39186 those which are committed by keeping silent. By speaking, when a
word-39199 an unjust law- suit, and wants to prove and maintain his
word-39208 maintain his case by a false argument, catch his neighbor with
word-39289 Vigilanti jura subveniunt, " the law helps him who watches"; just
word-39411 an unjust law- suit, and wants to prove and maintain his
word-39549 maintain his case by a false argument, catch his neighbor with
word-39706 they teach us their own law and what pleases them. For
word-39951 and the bishops, together with princes and kings attack it, all
word-39999 where such faith and confidence are, there is also a bold,
word-40214 faith, as has now been often said. Therefore, apart from faith
word-40325 believe in Him with such confidence, but also holds before us
word-40436 great length in the Canon Law and has misled and burdened
word-40918 terms of this agreement for free distribution of Project Gutenberg™ works.
word-19 1. The Occasion of the Work.— Luther did
word-158 of salvation which God had led him to acquire, by way
word-171 of salvation which God had led him to acquire, by way
word-210 to this time he had taught with ever increasing clearness in
word-312 by the work of his calling and of his office in
word-670 Of the Matrimonial Estate; Brief Form to understand and to pray
word-815 this circle of writings the treatise Of Good Works also belongs
word-848 had given, still Luther was willing to undertake it only when
word-1199 Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on Good Works to his
word-1241 a special interest in the fact that preaching on good works
word-1487 to be identical with love for, as they said, love which
word-1515 complement and its content, well pleasing to God. In Luther' s
word-1557 good works, he was in danger of being misunderstood by strangers,
word-1583 such preaching would indeed have led to frivolity and disorderly conduct.
word-1646 to acquaint him with the thoughts of his much- abused pastor
word-1708 was originally intended. To this fact it must be attributed that
word-1759 and lucid. Evidently the whole treatise is divided into two parts:
word-1858 was originally intended. To this fact it must be attributed that
word-1946 the duties of one' s calling as a morality of a
word-1965 and lucid. Evidently the whole treatise is divided into two parts:
word-2103 it is trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry
word-2143 it is trust in His mercy, even though He appears angry
word-2197 and Turk" may have and do. Where such faith possesses the
word-2239 " how they are to stand toward each other, what they
word-2406 them he could be well- pleasing to God, he would be
word-2513 pretension of doing works well- pleasing to God.
word-2567 itself in every way a living faith, according to the other
word-2998 Three Commandments. But as matters stand now the spiritual magistrates neglect
word-3196 thus holding fast this fundamental thought of the book to the
word-3251 teach us to avoid unchaste thoughts and thus to keep the
word-3614 on the Mount, when he taught men to recognize only the
word-3629 of a whole trend of thought in the work prohibited by
word-3693 of a whole trend of thought in the work prohibited by
word-3787 3:22-25) when Luther in this treatise declared, and with victorious certainty
word-3886 This, too, accounts for the fact that in this writing the
word-3944 Luther' s appeal in this treatise to kings, princes, the nobility,
word-3971 Luther' s appeal in this treatise to kings, princes, the nobility,
word-4047 example that to take a stand in the center of the
word-4122 into Latin, and in this form passed through three editions up
word-4138 this in spite of the fact that in those years the
word-4253 To all this Luther' s treatise answers: Be diligent in the
word-4263 the works of your earthly calling as commanded of God, but
word-4280 the consideration of God' s mercy, the faith within you, which
word-4297 truly good works and well- pleasing to God.
word-4367 respect and duty toward your princely Grace, by the exhibition of
word-4400 respect and duty toward your princely Grace, by the exhibition of
word-4449 not my intention, I have taken courage from his gracious example
word-4461 ventured to think that the princely spirit, like the princely blood,
word-4465 ventured to think that the princely spirit, like the princely blood,
word-4487 ventured to think that the princely spirit, like the princely blood,
word-4492 princely Grace likewise would not despise this my humble offering which
word-4615 know and daily hear many people, who think slightingly of my
word-4656 with all the ability I have, helped one layman to be
word-4672 thank God, and be quite willing then to let all my
word-4771 all be writers, we all want to be critics.
word-4918 And if they are not willing to be my debtors, it
word-4967 I have learned that your princely Grace is pleased with such
word-5010 humility I pray that your princely Grace may accept this offering
word-5097 commend myself herewith to your princely Grace, Your Princely Grace' s
word-5100 to your princely Grace, Your Princely Grace' s Humble Chaplain,
word-5193 do that he may inherit eternal life, Christ sets before him
word-5261 because we are blind and despise the divine Commandments.
word-5521 toward God, therefore the works lack their head, and all their
word-5568 III. If you ask further, whether
word-5692 that are done, spoken or thought in faith.
word-5724 white; and let thy head lack no ointment. Live joyfully with
word-5787 white; and let thy head lack no ointment. Live joyfully with
word-5874 do those things that are pleasing in His sight." Again: "
word-6140 them, is due to the fact that men have followed blind
word-6268 with it at once love, peace, joy and hope. For God
word-6464 man; then do thou as occasion serves thee; for God is
word-6500 went home in joy and peace, and from that time no
word-6555 allow any work to be taken from it, but, as the
word-6722 he is, as it were, taken captive, more than half in
word-7004 believe that they are well- pleasing to God when they suffer
word-7018 honor, friends, or whatever they have, and believe that God of
word-7414 sin, and refuses grace and mercy, as though it were His
word-7456 sin, and refuses grace and mercy, as though it were His
word-7525 In this way I have, as I said, always praised
word-7560 works, with which all monastic houses, churches, homes, low and higher
word-8013 the First Commandment are faith, hope and love. As I said
word-8024 above, such faith and confidence bring love and hope with them.
word-8027 the First Commandment are faith, hope and love. As I said
word-8322 seek it; whom the Prophet Isaiah reproves thus, Isaiah ix: "
word-8325 seek it; whom the Prophet Isaiah reproves thus, Isaiah ix: "
word-8558 praise faith, that some have taken offence at his words and
word-8586 So men still do. When we reject the great,
word-8652 of churches, altars, and monastic houses, the gathering of bells, jewels,
word-8972 For this last makes true, living children of God, the other
word-9100 which the poor folk are led to build churches, to give,
word-9378 running away from something ( for, as we see, life never
word-9420 to do and to leave undone all things in such continual
word-9685 many ceremonies of churches, monastic houses, holy places, which urge and
word-9819 all things. The second class want to abuse this freedom, put
word-9923 not your liberty for an occasion to the flesh." Such men
word-10078 faith. Although there is great danger here, when the rulers, as
word-10155 alike, we must tolerate such people, share their observances and burdens,
word-10163 observances and burdens, and not despise them, but teach them the
word-10349 he is not obligated to do. But this he does freely,
word-10362 is certain that this is pleasing to God, and he does
word-10389 choice, because he desires and seeks no more than that he
word-10516 blind teachers, who have never taught them the faith, and have
word-10522 them the faith, and have led them so deeply into works.
word-10534 them the faith, and have led them so deeply into works.
word-10618 is said of faith, and fight against it, these we must,
word-10654 that all my works are pleasing to God, when at times
word-10719 and blots out these daily sins by not doubting that God
word-10872 and blots out these daily sins by not doubting that God
word-10889 thy sight shall no man living be justified"; and he must
word-10923 pure grace, favor, kindness and mercy, like David, Psalm xxvi: "
word-11051 fear Him, in those that hope in His mercy." So we
word-11191 unconquerable confidence, that before we prayed or cared for it, yes,
word-11271 Lo! thus must thou form Christ within thyself and see
word-11817 good works to make your calling and election sure."
word-11848 a firm faith, trust, confidence, hope and love, which are the
word-11860 works whereby a man can have, honor and keep a God;
word-12041 pilgrimage or seek holy places. For, tell me, what moment can
word-12408 praising God is in his eyes a very small matter compared
word-12763 back of them. Thus also Isaiah xlviii. rebukes the people of
word-12901 mention all other temporal and eternal blessings? And so through this
word-13142 honor; in them men are taught by blind reason that they
word-13268 life- time in order to fight this vice and drive it
word-13326 alone should be honored, is taken in vain and dishonored through
word-13335 dishonored through our own cursed name, self- approval and honor- seeking.
word-13425 good and leave the evil undone out of fear of shame
word-13495 the love of honor; they have, and are to have a
word-13571 good, except only in the eyes of the world.
word-14086 of others. And if men want to praise us and not
word-14153 to shame in his own eyes and in the eyes of
word-14157 to shame in his own eyes and in the eyes of
word-14278 he passes them by and seeks and runs after others of
word-14717 to call upon His holy Name, and thus to fulfil this
word-14849 Because he hath set his hope upon Me, therefore will I
word-14992 too we see in broad day, in all men' s daily
word-15002 daily experience, that more heinous sins and vice occur when there
word-15009 vice occur when there is peace, when all things are cheap
word-15039 Moses also fears for his people, lest they forsake God' s
word-15064 vice occur when there is peace, when all things are cheap
word-15123 as it is written, Judges iii. So He deals with us
word-15159 honor and call upon His Name, to gain confidence and faith
word-15191 righteous saints, and those who want to be more than others;
word-15218 runs to the fortunetellers; one seeks this, another that, if only
word-15318 a cheerful meditation of and calling upon His holy Name.
word-15457 commands; and that more is thought of them than of God
word-15553 him; and we are not willing to trust and rely upon
word-15560 trust and rely upon the living God, that He is willing
word-15565 him; and we are not willing to trust and rely upon
word-15582 it is true, as Baruch iii. says, " Gold is a
word-15600 the courage which the highest eternal Good gives, wherein trust, not
word-15688 troubled; whereby God gives us occasion to do good works without
word-15697 works without ceasing, namely, to fight with these enemies and sins.
word-15705 enemies and sins. The flesh seeks pleasure and peace, the world
word-15708 The flesh seeks pleasure and peace, the world seeks riches, favor,
word-15711 enemies and sins. The flesh seeks pleasure and peace, the world
word-15720 enemies and sins. The flesh seeks pleasure and peace, the world
word-15728 that a man be well thought of, and other men be
word-15751 them is alone sufficient to fight a man, and yet there
word-15767 overcome them, except only by calling upon the holy Name of
word-15873 and have not needed His Name, because we are trained only
word-15934 to every one, being the sins which have been almost exclusively
word-15973 and otherwise. Herein again much occasion is given for doing good
word-16054 God' s honor and Name bring upon myself the enmity of
word-16189 we love God and His Name, His honor and His praise
word-16262 persons, as some do, who fight most actively and busily against
word-16367 know that there is no danger when one helps the rich,
word-16400 it is very easy to fight against the wrong which is
word-16718 built all churches and endowed houses, if he were found guilty
word-16849 with the most insignificant, and want to be pious, to mount
word-16893 it; but He does not want to do it alone; He
word-16911 it; but He does not want to do it alone; He
word-16926 And if we are not willing to accept such honor, He
word-17026 because no one would have occasion to exercise himself in the
word-17097 Name of God itself to fight against the Name of God.
word-17177 to do, and to leave undone what they please; put to
word-17252 know whether their lies and sins were to be avoided? There
word-17328 spiritual power, so that thus occasion may be given us to
word-17350 to see what we are willing to do and to leave
word-17356 to do and to leave undone against such blasphemers for the
word-17694 spiritual authorities and the learned lack all understanding in these things.
word-18313 sins, grace and mercy unto eternal life, that all who come
word-18459 true that forgiveness of my sins is here bequeathed and given
word-18522 soul and long for divine mercy, and desire to be rid
word-18716 III. The sermon ought to be
word-18869 diligently heard, grasped, retained, often thought of, and that the faith
word-18985 hear the Gospel, and to despise such a treasure and so
word-19133 must perish because of this lack in preaching.
word-19201 you shall by no means despise your prayer, as if it
word-19990 is, of faith, trust, confidence, hope and love to God, so
word-20070 can and what you cannot do. And when you find that
word-20113 exercising it in all your living and doing. For as touching
word-20165 faith, so that they also prayed Christ and said: " Lord,
word-20283 as to know where they stand in respect of the chief
word-20343 we shall always have our hands full to remain, with all
word-20427 in olden times some Fathers prayed day and night. Nay, there
word-21082 the things which we must bring before Almighty God in prayer
word-21283 you will find what you lack and what you should seek.
word-21299 yourself a weak faith, small hope and little love toward God;
word-21451 how you are tempted to unchastity, covetousness and injustice in word
word-21502 so foolish as not to want to ask for such things,
word-21592 leg is healed, or the danger is past: you are not
word-21651 is immeasurably greater need and eternal hurt, and do not want
word-21656 eternal hurt, and do not want to ask for faith, hope,
word-21667 love, humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace, righteousness, unless you are already
word-21681 your unbelief, doubt, pride, disobedience, unchastity, anger, covetousness and unrighteousness. Although
word-21924 a work of the Holy Day, is far better and greater,
word-22325 the sermon the Confession of Sins is said and prayer is
word-22435 at all heard mass and prayed in this way, so that
word-22497 For, indeed, the Christian Church on
word-22549 building churches, endowing many monastic houses, making music, reading, singing, observing
word-22722 that we pray it and bring it before God as a
word-22741 prayer we see in the fact that in olden times Abraham
word-22747 that in olden times Abraham prayed for the five cities, Sodom,
word-22791 do, if they united in calling upon God earnestly and with
word-22900 and six months. And he prayed again, and it rained, and
word-22936 As David says, " The eyes of the Lord are upon
word-22987 that is not prayer nor calling upon God when the mouth
word-23044 what it was that you prayed for, you yourself would not
word-23045 it was that you prayed for, you yourself would not know;
word-23055 know; for you had not thought of laying this or that
word-23122 that prayer in which we bring nothing before God and desire
word-23188 then leave it to his mercy, in good confidence that he
word-23246 We are masters in this form of prayer when we suffer
word-23306 our churches during mass, we stand like images of saints; know
word-23366 Lord' s Prayer. Open your eyes and look into your life
word-23406 heinous vices reign; what a lack there is of good preachers
word-23500 not permit yourself to be led astray by your rank, station,
word-23554 shall not be found, as Isaiah says with tears, chapter lxiv:
word-23573 none that calleth upon Thy Name, that stirreth up himself to
word-23600 make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me
word-23875 Turk destroys cities, country and people, and ruins churches, we think
word-24389 as Christ on the Cross prayed not for Himself alone, but
word-24792 days are holy days, as Isaiah says, chapter lxvi, " One
word-24830 the imperfect laity and working people, that they also may be
word-24844 to hear God' s Word. For, as we see, the priests
word-24855 and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours and
word-24891 and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours and
word-24901 and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours and
word-24906 and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at all hours and
word-25052 pride, disobedience, anger, hatred, covetousness, unchastity, etc., and summa summarum, in
word-25066 does and leaves undone, he seeks his own profit, will and
word-25134 cessation of all our works, thoughts and life, and that henceforth
word-25326 our flesh, senses, will and thoughts tempting us, we resist them
word-25448 own ways. He must let hands and feet go, commend himself
word-25782 another on St. Barbara' s day, another on St. Sebastian' s
word-25788 another on St. Barbara' s day, another on St. Sebastian' s
word-25823 here say nothing of the fact that some fast in such
word-25897 allow everyone to choose his day, food and quantity for fasting,
word-26316 harm to the natural life. For, as has been said, in
word-26413 run the risk of great danger to the fruit of their
word-26654 fast or eat as they do. These we must kindly instruct,
word-26719 fast or eat as they do. These we must kindly instruct,
word-26723 XXII. The second form of discipline which we receive
word-26731 which we receive at the hands of others, is when men
word-26754 body sick, and our honor taken away; and everything that may
word-26827 in us according to His peace, not our anger, impatience and
word-26833 not our anger, impatience and lack of peace. For peace too
word-26869 spiritual holiday, let our works stand idle, and let God work
word-26919 world' s abuse; whereby He seeks nothing else than that He
word-26931 drive out anger, impatience and lack of peace, and attain to
word-26933 anger, impatience and lack of peace, and attain to His work,
word-26942 anger, impatience and lack of peace, and attain to His work,
word-26947 peace, in us. Thus says Isaiah xxviii, " He does the
word-27626 work, to praise God' s Name, to confess His grace, to
word-27762 poverty; and in this cruel form of wrath to regard Him
word-27818 again; and through that very calling on the Name of God
word-27889 associate the day with peaceful living in works, the night with
word-27896 associate the day with peaceful living in works, the night with
word-27982 faith asks that God' s Name, praise and honor be glorified,
word-28218 a greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft and dishonesty, and all
word-28243 distinguish between greater and lesser sins than by noting the order
word-28511 have toward things which we despise or flee from, as we
word-28668 otherwise; and thereby it finds occasion to despise its parents, to
word-28670 thereby it finds occasion to despise its parents, to murmur against
word-28871 how many good works are taught in this Commandment, since in
word-28906 III. There is another dishonoring of
word-28986 that instances of the first form of dishonoring are very seldom
word-28998 This is due to the fact that the parents are blinded,
word-29091 is written in the Prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah, that the children
word-29189 honor and the desire of eternal blessings be quenched in them?
word-29213 flesh and blood are supreme! For, truly, the knowledge and fulfilment
word-29432 and to seek an honest living is a necessity, and not
word-29447 of a child must be taught to be sorry that this
word-29491 of a child must be taught to be sorry that this
word-29677 " How then could I bring my children into society, and
word-29758 children, have never yet rightly prayed for them, have never yet
word-29850 they will indeed have both hands full of good works to
word-29856 full of good works to do. For what else are here
word-29922 God, and to place their hope on Him, to honor His
word-29928 on Him, to honor His Name, not to swear nor curse,
word-29961 that they may learn to despise temporal things, to bear misfortune
word-30260 other hand, parents cannot earn eternal punishment in any way more
word-30422 words ought to open the eyes of parents, that they may
word-30673 fear and love the spiritual authority as we honor, love and
word-30717 to the first. The spiritual authority should punish sin with the
word-30858 should not be. But spiritual authority should look to it, that
word-30865 look to it, that adultery, unchastity, usury, gluttony, worldly show, excessive
word-30894 properly manage the endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools, and earnestly
word-30908 them, provide for the young people, boys and girls, in schools
word-30980 school who wishes; he is taught who governs and teaches himself;
word-31002 school who wishes; he is taught who governs and teaches himself;
word-31014 no one at all takes thought for the wild youth.
word-31062 please; at present the spiritual authority threatens, dispenses, takes money, and
word-31248 who can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools be well
word-31269 the works of the spiritual authority that it lessen the number
word-31393 do not do and leave undone all that they prescribe. Therefore
word-31529 and sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices, and every
word-31617 and offices fall into the hands not only of unlearned and
word-31631 and offices fall into the hands not only of unlearned and
word-31658 government and improvement of the people, must now serve the stable-
word-31820 then bishops and spiritual prelates stand idle in this matter, offer
word-31949 the pope' s servants, his people, yes, his knaves and whores,
word-32050 we are to honor Roman authority as our highest father; and
word-32162 are and keep what they have, and so has put up
word-32191 oath is demanded, forced and taken contrary to God and the
word-32584 Turk is now said to do. For to suffer wrong destroys
word-32637 there is not such great danger in the temporal power as
word-32802 it may do and leave undone what it will, my faith
word-32964 protect himself. Here it is led by the nose, and oppresses
word-32972 nose, and oppresses the common people, becomes a government of the
word-33008 of one and the same authority hold the small men, and
word-33073 of plagues, as He threatens, Isaiah iii, " I will take
word-33188 but war and wicked rulers bring to naught everything that has
word-33199 to do with temporal and eternal possessions.
word-33225 although he may have the authority and the very best cause.
word-33244 although he may have the authority and the very best cause.
word-33965 away with the public bawdy- houses, as was done among the
word-34305 reason also: because they thereby bring the doctrine of Christ and
word-34444 they gladly do and leave undone what they know pleases their
word-34531 and confidence more and more. For, as has now been frequently
word-34963 not allow himself to be led astray by what other people
word-35265 to do and to leave undone what their over- lords desire
word-35288 driven from this, whatever another do. Let no man think that
word-35643 deeds. Such meekness irrational animals have, lions and snakes, Jews, Turks,
word-35755 The second form of meekness is good through
word-35799 against them, although they had taken away goods, honor, life, friends
word-36013 His Commandments, shall enter into eternal life.
word-36118 keep him constantly before the eyes of his heart, as an
word-36251 with his neighbor, is in danger of the judgment; but whosoever
word-36277 with his neighbor, is in danger of the judgment; but whosoever
word-36295 killing, injuring, etc., if the thoughts and words of anger are
word-36304 III. But where there is true
word-36710 not commanded and to leave undone what is commanded. We see
word-36725 full of shameful works of unchastity, indecent words, tales and ditties,
word-36815 all our members: in the thoughts of our hearts, in the
word-36842 in the works of our hands and feet and all our
word-37014 without work are weapons of unchastity, with which chastity is quickly
word-37055 without work are weapons of unchastity, with which chastity is quickly
word-37137 Lord Christ with its evil thoughts while they are yet young
word-37384 III. In this work a good
word-37410 that for this reason also Isaiah xi. says that " faith
word-37471 how he shall avoid evil thoughts and everything that is repugnant
word-37507 in all things that are pleasing to God or displease Him;
word-37626 which is at war with unchastity, and fights, and without ceasing
word-37702 everyone shall and must daily fight against it. But although this
word-37876 trade, by which every one seeks his own gain through the
word-37913 kept this rule before his eyes in his trade, business, and
word-37978 we would make an honorable living before God, but also be
word-38001 so exceedingly overburdened, entangled and taken captive with cares of this
word-38259 never yet made gold my hope and confidence." And Psalm lxii:
word-38457 III. This work faith teaches of
word-38998 do not feed him, you have, as far as you are
word-39016 are included the works of mercy, which Christ will require at
word-39024 will require at men' s hands at the last day.
word-39096 of this Commandment in the Treatise on Usury.
word-39355 tried but that one side sins against this Commandment. And even
word-39432 he does not wish to bring upon himself; and then begins
word-39456 truth. Here no one is willing to run the risk of
word-39467 disfavor and displeasure, loss and danger for the truth' s sake;
word-39499 this Commandment, would have both hands full doing only those good
word-39574 greater, with which we must fight against the evil spirits; and
word-39865 times there are few who stand by the divine truth, and
word-39884 honor, and all that they have, as Christ has foretold: "
word-39930 standing, who would not be willing and able to confess it
word-39974 III. Why do they do this?
word-40101 who persecute the truth and despise God, he does not fear,
word-40227 are dead, however good the form and name they bear. For
word-40591 attain, and only in our thoughts reach after until death. For
word-40614 no evil inclination, especially when occasion and temptation were offered. For
word-383 same time it is well known that Luther was moved by
word-603 regretted that he was not entirely at its disposal. Of such
word-620 Lord' s Prayer for the simple Laity ( an elaboration of
word-636 the Ten Commandments; Instruction concerning certain Articles, which might be ascribed
word-766 his writings found a surprisingly ready sale, even afar, that was
word-786 and printed in 1520, a book of consolation, which was originally
word-1027 however, the intention of the book for the congregation remained, now
word-1159 honor of greater things to others, and not at all will
word-1223 good reason for dedicating the book to a member of the
word-1623 to him, to dedicate his book Of Good Works to a
word-1638 to him, to dedicate his book Of Good Works to a
word-1753 plan of the whole is clear and lucid. Evidently the whole
word-1840 should all have but one simple goodness, or they are nothing
word-1911 to Rome and to the saints, curtsying and bowing the knees,
word-1970 plan of the whole is clear and lucid. Evidently the whole
word-1997 In the fundamental part he therefore argues: "
word-2086 rightly understood. It is the sure confidence in God, that all
word-2111 He appears angry and puts sufferings and adversities upon us; it
word-2205 faith possesses the man, he needs no teacher in good works,
word-2393 the best works are as nothing, and if man should think
word-2521 This brings us to the end of the fundamental part of
word-2524 to the end of the fundamental part of the treatise. It
word-2547 to the end of the fundamental part of the treatise. It
word-2585 to the end of the fundamental part of the treatise. It
word-2598 the believer, the spiritual man, needs no such instruction ( I.
word-2686 First Commandment, we acquire a pure heart and confidence toward God,
word-2840 the latter by an important fundamental discussion of the New Testament
word-2966 the present rulers. Honor and obedience in all things should be
word-3193 relation to faith, thus holding fast this fundamental thought of the
word-3195 faith, thus holding fast this fundamental thought of the book to
word-3199 this fundamental thought of the book to the end. Faith which
word-3218 says, will find it an easy matter to be graciously and
word-3275 after the temporal goods of others, nor cleave to money, but
word-3308 there is also a courageous, strong and intrepid heart, which will
word-3319 at all times defend the truth, as the Eighth Commandment demands,
word-3416 had heretofore written. The book, indeed, surpasses all his previous German
word-3439 in clearness, richness and the fundamental importance of its content. In
word-3869 than a return to the clear teaching of the New Testament
word-3918 on the other hand, the fundamental and radical importance of righteousness
word-3957 communities, to declare against the misuse of spiritual powers and to
word-4032 sympathetic knowledge of the social needs of his time. Thus he
word-4042 he proved by his own example that to take a stand
word-4176 book. John Mathesius, the well- known pastor at Joachimsthal and Luther'
word-4199 Even to- day this book has its peculiar mission to
word-4222 works commanded of God, the foolish opinion, that the path of
word-4311 To the Illustrious, High- born Prince and Lord, John Duke of
word-4352 For a long time, gracious Prince and Lord, I have wished
word-4454 taken courage from his gracious example and ventured to think that
word-4466 princely spirit, like the princely blood, may be the same in
word-4596 ought to have a single simple goodness, and without it are
word-4743 fashion. If accomplishment were as easy as persecution, Christ would long
word-4756 been cast out of heaven again, and God' s throne itself
word-4778 I will most gladly leave to any one else
word-4847 by this than by the great, deep books and quaestiones, which
word-5066 and let faith be the chief work. If God permit, I
word-5153 and to do good works needs nothing else than to know
word-5233 the number of the works themselves, nor from the judgment of
word-5339 a very little thing and easy to do, whereas we ought
word-5416 ask them whether they are sure that what they do pleases
word-5421 sure that what they do pleases God, they say, " No";
word-5452 ask them whether they are sure that what they do pleases
word-5563 am trying hard to teach real good works of faith.
word-5690 things whatsoever that are done, spoken or thought in faith.
word-5772 are white when I am certain and believe that they please
word-5822 that we are of the truth, if we can comfort our
word-5898 commit sin, and cannot sin." Again, Psalm xxxiv: " None of
word-5915 And in Psalm ii: " Blessed are all they that put
word-6000 his heart confident that it pleases God, the work is good,
word-6070 is sin." Faith, as the chief work, and no other work,
word-6106 his heart confident that it pleases God, the work is good,
word-6208 man does are well done. Indeed, they have not let faith
word-6332 fall away, whether they be great, small, short, long, few or
word-6381 the members of the body live, work and have their name
word-6397 the members of the body live, work and have their name
word-6644 in works: they do the great, the long, the much, as
word-6650 the long, the much, as gladly as the small, the short,
word-6707 win favor; and yet he goes about it with a heavy
word-6796 he serves God purely for nothing, content that his service pleases
word-6801 nothing, content that his service pleases God. On the other hand,
word-6938 misery. Of these it is written, Wisdom of Solomon v: "
word-6972 the Lord, we have not known it, and the sun of
word-7028 of His mercy appoints their sufferings and difficulties for them, whether
word-7041 small or great. This is real strength, to trust in God
word-7111 from Him like a wall, yea, like a wall of stone,
word-7134 He is standing and is ready graciously to help, and through
word-7269 them, these see in their sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious
word-7355 them, these see in their sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious
word-7372 them, these see in their sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious
word-7380 them, these see in their sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious
word-7439 out in Psalm vi, " O Lord, rebuke me not in
word-7508 long as they are not certain in their works, and doubt
word-7646 God' s grace and approval. Indeed, they consider the works best
word-8138 in other things or in themselves, do not keep this Commandment,
word-8146 keep this Commandment, and practise real idolatry, even if they were
word-8167 in addition had all the prayers, fasting, obedience, patience, chastity, and
word-8181 the saints combined. For the chief work is not present, without
word-8203 pretence, with nothing back of them; against which Christ warns us,
word-8241 in other things or in themselves, do not keep this Commandment,
word-8345 smote them and sent them sufferings and all kinds of adversity,
word-8451 and let others consider them pious people.
word-8508 consists of faith, it is clear that faith fulfils all commandments
word-8532 all the commands of God. Again, the works can justify no
word-8591 do. When we reject the great, pretentious works of our time,
word-8600 our time, which are done entirely without faith, they say: Men
word-8818 works, then it is all pure deception, outwardly honoring God, but
word-8841 why I have so often spoken against the display, magnificence and
word-8859 them, because it is as clear as day that they are
word-9143 exist beside faith. For faith desires to be the only service
word-9226 do all works, but this chief work of faith they regard
word-9323 is commanded to live and walk at all times in faith
word-9390 let him who will be pious and filled with good works,
word-9948 class are wicked men, always ready for sins; these must be
word-10139 the child can eat the strong food by itself.
word-10245 Peter, whether the children of kings must give tribute, or only
word-10266 Peter, whether the children of kings must give tribute, or only
word-10295 cometh up; and in his mouth thou shalt find a piece
word-10358 does freely, for he is certain that this is pleasing to
word-10381 work which comes to his hand without his choice, because he
word-10387 without his choice, because he desires and seeks no more than
word-10430 the highest work, it is clear that we do not speak
word-10488 of weak faith, who would gladly do right and learn, and
word-10857 must be so high and strong that the man knows that
word-10880 s judgment, as it is written, Psalm cxliii: " In thy
word-10895 be justified"; and he must entirely despair of his works, believing
word-10918 no judgment, but only for pure grace, favor, kindness and mercy,
word-11035 of God, as it is written, Psalm cxlvii: " The Lord
word-11185 not this give us a strong unconquerable confidence, that before we
word-11230 then, being justified by His blood, shall we be saved from
word-11338 up and flow from the blood, wounds and death of Christ.
word-11388 confidence must grow out of pure good- will and love— God'
word-11757 faith and confidence that it pleases God. Indeed there is no
word-11956 honored. For although it be honored with the lips, bending of
word-12137 have tongue, voice, language and mouth been created? As Psalm li.
word-12145 Psalm li. says: " Lord, open Thou my lips, and my
word-12151 have tongue, voice, language and mouth been created? As Psalm li.
word-12185 written in Psalm lxxxiv: " Blessed are they that dwell in
word-12663 on the walls is an easy matter; but genuinely to praise
word-12710 of them there are in Christendom, we might despair for very
word-12800 God of Israel neither in truth, nor in righteousness"; that is,
word-12819 and confidence, which is the real truth and righteousness, but trusted
word-12826 and righteousness, but trusted in themselves, their works and powers, and
word-12946 much as the most resplendent saints, who are pleased with themselves
word-12962 or to hear themselves praised, honored and glorified before men.
word-12966 praised, honored and glorified before men.
word-13402 and honor, and again by shame of and dishonor, and so
word-13430 and honor, and again by shame of and dishonor, and so
word-13488 and honor, and again by shame of and dishonor, and so
word-13534 and honor, and again by shame of and dishonor, and so
word-13577 Now I hold that a young person could
word-13622 evil for the sake of shame and of honor, just as
word-13807 II. Corinthians iv: " We walk so honestly that no man
word-13863 man is proved by the mouth of him that praises him."
word-13879 must they be, who, when honored and praised, remain indifferent and
word-13891 so that they do not care for it, nor feel pride
word-13903 pleasure in it, but remain entirely free, ascribe all their honor
word-13988 may serve God and his neighbor, just as if He had
word-14149 he may be put to shame in his own eyes and
word-14254 works, which always are at hand in great number, and with
word-14372 things I have commanded you nothing, but this thing commanded I
word-14398 what I bid you), and walk in the way that I
word-14436 like passages of Scripture are spoken to tear man not only
word-14468 a single mind, to the simple meaning of God' s commandment
word-14487 and always, as it is written, Exodus xiii: " These commandments
word-14621 My commandments to the right hand or to the left."
word-14864 help him, because he hath known My Name."
word-14925 and every thing is and goes well; for then a man
word-14942 become too bold and to misuse the times of prosperity. Yea,
word-14947 misuse the times of prosperity. Yea, here he has ten times
word-14968 in adversity. Since it is written, Psalm xci, " A thousand
word-14978 shall fall on the left hand and ten thousand on the
word-15121 s commandments, as it is written, Judges iii. So He deals
word-15177 XXVI. Here foolish men run into danger, and
word-15187 and especially the work- righteous saints, and those who want to
word-15308 alone, through naught but a pure faith and confidence, and a
word-15394 not only promises help and sure assistance, but also commands us
word-15476 ourselves and learn from the example of those who trust the
word-15484 who trust the devil or men. For if the devil, who
word-15639 alone more than sufficient to train and to urge us on
word-15790 of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous runneth into
word-15820 the Name of the Lord." Again, Psalm xviii: " I will
word-15919 Name of God, and otherwise misuse it; which are very simple
word-15924 misuse it; which are very simple matters and well known to
word-15928 very simple matters and well known to every one, being the
word-16004 of God against all who misuse it in a spiritual manner,
word-16016 to proclaim it to all men. For it is not enough
word-16391 enjoy their protection and be honored by them.
word-16398 Thus it is very easy to fight against the wrong
word-16430 there is no great need. O how sly is here the
word-16463 God' s honor! But when something happens to a poor and
word-16552 the forsaken out of the hand of the wicked." But it
word-16574 neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness"; that is,
word-16594 at the reputation of the great, however unrighteous they are; and
word-16659 prevent it and help the truth, we should at least confess
word-16672 do what we can with words, not take the part of
word-16834 lie and deceive"; for the real good works they neglect, and
word-17002 but have us to be blessed with Him. And if He
word-17078 seductive, erroneous, heretical doctrines, every misuse of spiritual power. Now this
word-17130 resists God and all His saints, in whose place they sit
word-17233 to us His Word, the Gospel, not their word, His work,
word-17308 It must be, indeed, that even in the spiritual
word-17322 part preach false doctrine and misuse spiritual power, so that thus
word-17408 many a one have to hold his tongue, to whom the
word-17457 many a one have to hold his tongue, to whom the
word-17547 looked on the works and words, and held them up to
word-17641 the most holy and most blessed Name of Jesus Christ!
word-17656 alive, simply because of the misuse and blasphemy of the holy
word-17718 Name. But it will cost blood, and they who enjoy the
word-17734 Name. But it will cost blood, and they who enjoy the
word-17765 however are not good in themselves, unless they are done in
word-17843 the Second, that of our mouth in words, in this Third
word-17845 that of our mouth in words, in this Third is prescribed
word-17873 which these three Commandments are written, and they govern man on
word-17964 in God' s favor, are nothing, as was said above. Hence
word-18031 without edification, the prayer is spoken without faith. It almost happens
word-18081 think that we might receive something out of the mass into
word-18092 think that we might receive something out of the mass into
word-18101 think that we might receive something out of the mass into
word-18133 they do not preach the Gospel, and do not teach the
word-18234 new, everlasting Testament in My Blood, which is shed for you
word-18280 be daily observed in all Christendom, and has added to it
word-18561 reason in olden times no open sinner was allowed to be
word-18603 praise and thanksgiving with a pure heart, from which the mass
word-18627 God for this comforting, rich, blessed testament, just as he gives
word-18776 like the man in II. Kings vii: we see our riches
word-18845 common good work by itself. O God, how exceeding blind we
word-18982 sin not to hear the Gospel, and to despise such a
word-19008 sin not to hear the Gospel, and to despise such a
word-19017 so many people who would gladly hear it perish, since Christ
word-19223 before you have uttered the words, the prayer is already recorded
word-19290 will surely be granted, or something better than we ask will
word-19337 the Lord." This is a clear statement, which says directly: he
word-19348 who does not trust, receives nothing, neither that which he asks,
word-19562 according to these words! Now, indeed, all churches and monastic houses
word-19882 heard, sin upon the left hand against this Commandment, and go
word-19945 nor with tempting, but with simple faith remain on the straight
word-20010 the captain, and faith the chief work and the life of
word-20152 the holy Apostles in the Gospel, and especially St. Peter, were
word-20271 and seem to be great saints, and yet never get so
word-20288 stand in respect of the chief work, faith; and so in
word-20331 and promise through a firm, pure faith.
word-20337 Therefore, however long we live, we shall always have our
word-20533 of much speaking and long prayers, because of which He rebukes
word-20643 in which all petitions and spoken prayer are summed up in
word-20700 like prayer. Mumbling with the mouth is easy, or at least
word-20730 faith, so that one earnestly desires what the words say, and
word-20862 and how it benefits all men. Therefore he does not willingly
word-20889 he and his prayer are, indeed, unworthy before such infinite Majesty;
word-20924 this up to Him, and hold it before the devil, and
word-20937 of my worthiness I do nothing, because of my unworthiness I
word-20955 only because God of His pure mercy has promised to hear
word-21209 his faithful Father, who is ready to help him. And if
word-21330 favor of men, do not gladly hear mass and sermon, are
word-21360 of all bodily harm to goods, honor and life, and believe
word-21485 to weep even drops of blood, if you could.
word-21498 well that many are so foolish as not to want to
word-21599 past: you are not so foolish as to think that God
word-21642 past: you are not so foolish as to think that God
word-21863 presumption wish first to purify themselves, are unwilling to be in
word-21937 to be made for all Christendom, for all the need of
word-22123 consider our need and the needs of all men, present them
word-22224 congregation, if we scatter these prayers, and so distribute them that
word-22283 congregation, if we scatter these prayers, and so distribute them that
word-22298 congregation, if we scatter these prayers, and so distribute them that
word-22318 ancient practice, when at the end of the sermon the Confession
word-22344 ancient practice, when at the end of the sermon the Confession
word-22488 on earth, whereby so many pious souls would be preserved, so
word-22498 For, indeed, the Christian Church on earth
word-22858 men do). And as an example in this matter he sets
word-22901 six months. And he prayed again, and it rained, and everything
word-22948 righteous, and His ears are open unto their cry." Again, "
word-22992 calling upon God when the mouth alone mumbles.
word-23006 come along with your mouth, book or Paternoster, and think of
word-23155 plan merely to babble a certain number of words, for the
word-23158 babble a certain number of words, for the prince would think
word-23161 number of words, for the prince would think they mocked him,
word-23327 the pages rustle and the mouth babbles; and that is all
word-23364 and the Lord' s Prayer. Open your eyes and look into
word-23449 is so terribly angry with men. And it is true that
word-23478 from now on to the end of the world. If such
word-23580 stirreth up himself to take hold of Thee." Likewise, Ezekiel xxii:
word-23627 poured out Mine indignation upon them; I have consumed them with
word-23695 not regard such misfortune of Christendom, and do not pray against
word-23717 sing and talk of their neighbor' s sins, and yet dare,
word-23732 to church, hear mass, say prayers, and regard themselves and are
word-23740 themselves and are regarded as pious Christians? These truly are in
word-23811 O God, how blind, nay, how
word-23827 When will there be an end of wrath, O heavenly Father?
word-23830 O God, how blind, nay, how
word-23840 mock at the misfortune of Christendom, to pray for which we
word-23893 Then we complain, and urge kings and princes to war. But
word-24027 so insane that they are ready to eat up the Turks
word-24096 us freely with His precious blood, grievous labor and bitter death.
word-24143 the mass, look on your neighbor' s sin and ruin, and
word-24173 for every other need of Christendom, especially of the rulers, whom
word-24247 all the miracles of the saints, and murdered all the Turks,
word-24262 the mass, look on your neighbor' s sin and ruin, and
word-24302 good you have done to others, even the very least.
word-24373 commandments drive us to our neighbor, that we may thereby benefit
word-24482 seem to men to be something extraordinary, and are honored because
word-24486 be something extraordinary, and are honored because of their beautiful, splendid
word-24519 man. Here it must be known that in Hebrew " Sabbath"
word-24713 that of which we have spoken above, namely, that we omit
word-24861 pray at all hours and train themselves in God' s Word
word-24882 are freed from work before others, supported by tithes and have
word-24925 all perfect, and knew the Gospel, we might work every day
word-25079 than God' s and his neighbor' s. Therefore all his works,
word-25087 all his works, all his words, all his thoughts, all his
word-25153 be no longer we who live, but Christ Who lives, works
word-25385 path, and let me not walk in my own ways," and
word-25393 own ways," and many like prayers, which are all summed up
word-25407 Thy kingdom come." For the desires are so many, so various,
word-25467 reason, as Jeremiah says, " O Lord, I know that the
word-25760 Beyond these are those who fast according to the saints, and
word-25764 who fast according to the saints, and according to the days;
word-25826 Beyond these are those who fast according to the saints, and
word-25840 Beyond these are those who fast according to the saints, and
word-26074 eat meat and not fish. Again, if he find that his
word-26255 a man who takes no care of himself, and, as far
word-26298 unless its wantonness were so strong and great that we could
word-26338 look upon the works in themselves, not on the days, not
word-26398 to be treated. For the foolish women cling so firmly to
word-26422 of their womb and to themselves, rather than not to fast
word-26427 themselves, rather than not to fast when the others fast. They
word-26530 But then care must be taken, lest out
word-26591 neither necessary nor commanded to fast or to mortify the flesh,
word-26599 mortify the flesh, and are ready to eat this and that
word-26649 sin if we do not fast or eat as they do.
word-26733 receive at the hands of others, is when men or devils
word-26992 that He may make us live, until a man, thoroughly trained,
word-27020 that He may make us live, until a man, thoroughly trained,
word-27022 he die or live, be honored or dishonored. There God Himself
word-27036 there are no works of men. This is rightly keeping and
word-27056 not guide himself, then he desires nothing for himself, then nothing
word-27322 has given us a powerful, strong example of it, His only,
word-27323 given us a powerful, strong example of it, His only, dear
word-27504 to be done and such sufferings to be endured in faith
word-27512 endured in faith and in sure confidence of God' s favor,
word-27692 stirs up persecution, attacks body, goods, honor and life, brings upon
word-27701 brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and death, which God so
word-27746 great thing to retain a sure confidence in God, although He
word-27851 the Second Commandment. Thus faith goes out into the works and
word-27868 the Second Commandment. Thus faith goes out into the works and
word-27904 the Second Commandment. Thus faith goes out into the works and
word-28160 of Moses, pointing out to simple folk what are the highest
word-28434 mere love and includes a certain fear, which unites with love,
word-28608 where the parents are truly pious and love their children not
word-28661 what its nature would most gladly do otherwise; and thereby it
word-28860 and be subject to other men. Wherefore we here see again
word-28886 and be subject to other men. Wherefore we here see again
word-28891 men. Hence it comes that obedience is so highly praised and
word-28928 itself and passes for a real honor; that is, when a
word-29032 they ought to teach and train them. For this reason they
word-29038 they ought to teach and train them. For this reason they
word-29066 like, and they obey very gladly without gainsaying.
word-29123 Moloch and burned him, II. Kings xxi. What else is it
word-29145 to burn it, when parents train their children more in the
word-29195 O how perilous it is to
word-29258 fathers, that they should make known God' s Commandments to their
word-29356 IV. Now where parents are foolish and train their children after
word-29358 where parents are foolish and train their children after the fashion
word-29375 in no way to obey them; for God, according to the
word-29523 evil for the sake of something better and to avoid something
word-29528 evil for the sake of something better and to avoid something
word-29729 v, " Cast all your care upon Him, and be certain
word-29734 care upon Him, and be certain that He cares for you."
word-29839 own children; if they rightly train them to God' s service,
word-29891 sets you over them as chief nurse, to wait on them,
word-29999 home, with your child, that needs all these things like a
word-30012 naked, poor, imprisoned, sick soul. O what a blessed marriage and
word-30015 sick soul. O what a blessed marriage and home were that
word-30033 Truly it would be a real Church, a chosen cloister, yea,
word-30038 real Church, a chosen cloister, yea, a paradise. Of such says
word-30046 such says Psalm cxxviii: " Blessed are they that fear God,
word-30053 they that fear God, and walk in His Commandments; thou shalt
word-30243 invent more pilgrimages, elevations of saints, indulgence- fairs. God have pity
word-30286 the things which have been spoken of above. Of what help
word-30375 in which they shall say: Blessed are the wombs that never
word-30420 Truly, these words ought to open the eyes of parents, that
word-30454 as if they had rightly honored their parents when they are
word-30526 to be fulfilled in the chief work, so here too let
word-30875 excessive adornment, and such like open sin and shame might be
word-30878 such like open sin and shame might be most severely punished
word-30918 schools and cloisters, with learned, pious men as teachers, that they
word-30937 older people give a good example and Christendom be filled and
word-30973 and women. But now he goes to school who wishes; he
word-31031 could say how honor and obedience should be given to the
word-31321 Since, then, the authorities so entirely neglect their work, and are
word-31334 must assuredly follow that they misuse their power, and undertake other
word-31402 prescribe. Therefore we must take hold of the first three Commandments
word-31414 the First Table, and be certain that no man, neither bishop,
word-31442 Commandments, or does not help them; and if they attempt such
word-31475 From this it is easy to understand that the commands
word-31498 who for other reasons cannot fast without injury. And, to rise
word-31667 the stable- boys, mule- drivers, yea, not to use plainer language,
word-31729 God' s honor, to destroy Christendom, body and soul: we are
word-31756 here we must do like pious children whose parents have become
word-31859 thing, then to put our hand to work to the same
word-31891 that, if they wish to care for their parishes properly, they
word-31991 but only the improvement of Christendom, and the prevention of the
word-32131 worse, Moreover, such councils are entirely useless, since Roman wisdom has
word-32142 contrived the device that the kings and princes must beforehand take
word-32511 government with grumbling and evil words, publicly or secretly.
word-32756 they are not set an example and are not taught, then
word-32811 my faith to God still goes its way and works its
word-33009 one and the same authority hold the small men, and the
word-33021 are free; and where the prince is not himself so wise
word-33029 himself so wise that he needs nobody' s advice, or has
word-33162 and property, as in the others, but also in honor, discipline,
word-33203 XV. A prince must also be very wise
word-33271 Hence, it is a very foolish saying: I have a right
word-33323 might be, unless there were sure indications of greater benefit than
word-33368 who guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than if he
word-33418 own will. So also a prince leads a multitude with him
word-33427 who guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than if he
word-33452 own will. So also a prince leads a multitude with him
word-33554 as we read that the kings of Persia did, Esther vi.
word-33602 lands. First, to make an end of the horrible gluttony and
word-33634 without which men could well live, no little loss of temporal
word-33851 guard against it as against open usury. See, these are the
word-34076 trouble is, there is no real government in the world. No
word-34197 But these works, like the others, should also be done in
word-34204 also be done in faith, yea, be an exercise of faith,
word-34256 work of this Commandment is obedience of servants and workmen toward
word-34290 masters, be obedient, do what pleases them, not cheating them nor
word-34440 set on this, that they gladly do and leave undone what
word-34448 leave undone what they know pleases their masters and mistresses, and
word-34458 and all this in a simple faith; not that they would
word-34492 to be found), purely for nothing, out of the love and
word-34544 faith makes all works good, yea, it must do them and
word-34684 things, and yet have a care that the servants do right
word-34867 is included in these two, obedience and considerateness. Obedience is the
word-34870 these two, obedience and considerateness. Obedience is the duty of subjects,
word-34883 of masters, that they take care to rule their subjects well,
word-35026 from it, although heaven stood open before him, nor be driven
word-35245 XXI. Again, obedience is the duty of
word-35246 XXI. Again, obedience is the duty of subjects,
word-35364 him from doing them, there obedience ends, and that duty is
word-35418 than men." Thus, if a prince desired to go to war,
word-35449 we shall not kill our neighbor, nor do him injustice. Likewise,
word-35475 we ought rather give up goods, honor, body, and life, that
word-35624 and give us pleasure with goods, honor and favor, or who
word-35801 although they had taken away goods, honor, life, friends and everything.
word-35924 holidays, hear masses, say our prayers, establish churches, and more such
word-36048 one who afflicts him in goods, honor, body or friends, and
word-36132 may curb his spirit and train his heart to think kindly
word-36144 his enemy, wish him well, care for him and pray for
word-36248 whosoever is angry with his neighbor, is in danger of the
word-36359 Even so we see a pious judge passing sentence upon the
word-36513 nor grow angry because of them; but God' s honor and
word-36598 gracious, it will become quite easy for a man to be
word-36609 gracious and favorable to his neighbor, however much he may have
word-36676 preached, and it is well known to every one, only that
word-36698 which are not commanded. So ready are we to do what
word-36727 shameful works of unchastity, indecent words, tales and ditties, temptation to
word-37096 read and meditate on the Gospel, and in it consider Christ'
word-37352 controlled by another, who may hold him to such observance until
word-37390 In this work a good strong faith is a great help,
word-37572 it as long as we live, and we must regard it
word-37657 beseech you, abstain from fleshly desires and lusts, which war always
word-37738 who think they make an end of temptation by yielding to
word-37804 benevolence;" which is a work ready to help and serve every
word-37922 business, and dealings with his neighbor, he would readily find how
word-37941 give, lend and give for nothing, promise and keep his promise,
word-38079 found, or very few indeed." Yea, they are very few who
word-38232 nor set his heart on them; then he is the true,
word-38491 and worry? He must be sure beyond a doubt that God
word-38519 for the benefit of his neighbor, and knows well that he
word-38551 forsake him, as it is written, Psalm xxxvii: " I have
word-38630 confidence that God is truly honored or dishonored.
word-38634 And, indeed, in this Commandment it can
word-38912 ungrateful, and do good to them; then you will find how
word-38950 work. For if your enemy needs you and you do not
word-39087 much, be prohibited. I have spoken at greater length of this
word-39107 small, and yet is so great, that he who would rightly
word-39232 discount everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing
word-39308 discount everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing
word-39320 discount everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing
word-39380 discount everything that furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing
word-39542 small, and yet is so great, that he who would rightly
word-39565 bearing of witness to the truth, which is still greater, with
word-39639 the poor out of the hand of the wicked, and help
word-39676 do not stir up the Gospel, but let it perish, and
word-39709 their own law and what pleases them. For this reason the
word-39734 faith in Christ, and everything goes as he wishes. But if
word-39749 stirred up and be heard again, without doubt the whole world
word-39776 clergy, and all that is great, would oppose it and rage
word-39869 who stand by the divine truth, and imperil and risk life
word-39910 shall be offended in Me." Yea, if this truth were attacked
word-39953 bishops, together with princes and kings attack it, all men flee,
word-39969 that they may not lose goods, honor, favor and life.
word-40014 ventures and stands by the truth, though it cost life or
word-40043 heart is satisfied and rests easy because it has a gracious,
word-40114 not regard them, he despiseth them; on the other hand, those
word-40203 to do this work: so entirely are all works comprised in
word-40334 before us in Him an example of this same confidence and
word-40346 such good works, to the end that we should believe in
word-40382 which we follow Him; the Truth, that we believe in Him;
word-40499 why then does he seek others, which are neither necessary nor
word-40521 two Commandments, which forbid evil desires of the body for pleasure
word-40530 for pleasure and for temporal goods, are clear in themselves; these
word-40532 and for temporal goods, are clear in themselves; these evil desires
word-40537 two Commandments, which forbid evil desires of the body for pleasure
word-40543 do no harm to our neighbor, and yet they continue unto
word-40647 may be checked, but not entirely uprooted, except through the death
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word-348 his first independent work, the Explanation of the Seven Penitential Psalms.
word-408 put in issue the whole question as to the right and
word-414 as to the right and wrong of indulgences by means of
word-467 Feb., 1517) he delivered the Sermons on the Ten Commandments, which
word-478 Feb., 1517) he delivered the Sermons on the Ten Commandments, which
word-481 and the Sermons on the Lord' s Prayer, which were also
word-592 with a whole series of writings during this time, and only
word-609 with a whole series of writings during this time, and only
word-612 his first independent work, the Explanation of the Seven Penitential Psalms.
word-615 and the Sermons on the Lord' s Prayer, which were also
word-626 ( an elaboration of the sermons of 1517); Brief Explanation of
word-629 his first independent work, the Explanation of the Seven Penitential Psalms.
word-672 Matrimonial Estate; Brief Form to understand and to pray the Lord'
word-677 and the Sermons on the Lord' s Prayer, which were also
word-680 his first independent work, the Explanation of the Seven Penitential Psalms.
word-683 and the Sermons on the Lord' s Prayer, which were also
word-728 with a whole series of writings during this time, and only
word-762 with a whole series of writings during this time, and only
word-795 was originally intended for the sick Elector of Saxony, was written
word-813 To this circle of writings the treatise Of Good Works
word-1022 In spite of its volume, however, the intention of the book
word-1033 In spite of its volume, however, the intention of the book
word-1097 of small volume) and German sermons for the untaught laity, I
word-1108 will not permit that to move me. Would to God that
word-1133 my powers; it would be sufficient for me, I would thank
word-1290 and statesmen by her emphatic teaching of good works. Luther, on
word-1304 had been accused— like the Apostle Paul before him ( Rom.
word-1574 knowledge and assent to be sufficient for justification, and such preaching
word-1594 But even apart from the question whether or not the brother
word-1666 But even apart from the question whether or not the brother
word-1814 too, that " neither silver, gold and precious stone, nor any
word-1938 works, while she represented the faithful performance of the duties of
word-2131 " God should reprove the conscience with sin, death and hell,
word-2535 was not Luther' s intention, however, to speak only on the
word-2581 was not Luther' s intention, however, to speak only on the
word-2624 his faith, his confidence, teaches him." Only " because we do
word-2788 nearly one- half of the entire treatise. Among the good works
word-2794 treatise. Among the good works which, according to the Third Commandment,
word-2845 fundamental discussion of the New Testament conception of Sabbath rest.
word-2871 this Commandment, consists in the faithful performance of the duties of
word-2912 this Commandment, consists in the faithful performance of the duties of
word-3002 matters stand now the spiritual magistrates neglect their peculiar work, namely,
word-3018 discipline, like a mother who runs away from her children and
word-3024 away from her children and follows a lover, and instead they
word-3038 evil works, like parents whose commands are contrary to God. In
word-3060 do whose parents have become mad and insane. Kings, princes, the
word-3063 have become mad and insane. Kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and
word-3104 matters stand now the spiritual magistrates neglect their peculiar work, namely,
word-3422 surpasses all his previous German writings in volume, as well as
word-3508 a revelation, when he so clearly amplified the proposition that only
word-3540 s earthly calling, but the faithful keeping of the Ten Commandments
word-3560 work which God requires of us. Over against the wide- spread
word-3597 have called to mind the explanation of the Law, which the
word-3721 a revelation, when he so clearly amplified the proposition that only
word-3827 which Luther here amplifies more clearly than ever before, demanded nothing
word-3870 a return to the clear teaching of the New Testament Scriptures
word-3874 clear teaching of the New Testament Scriptures concerning the way of
word-3923 fundamental and radical importance of righteousness by faith for the whole
word-3946 appeal in this treatise to kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and
word-4053 in the center of the Gospel does not narrow the vision
word-4149 so- called three great Reformation writings of 1520 were casting all
word-4403 Since, however, my most gracious Lord Frederick,
word-4510 than an other of my sermons or tracts. For the greatest
word-4523 questions has been raised, the question of Good Works; in which
word-4530 Good Works; in which is practised immeasurably more trickery and deception
word-4632 only little pamphlets and German sermons for the unlearned laity, this
word-4755 have been cast out of heaven again, and God' s throne
word-4821 that if we had hitherto done, and should henceforth do more
word-4930 little. For me it is enough, and even more than too
word-4953 there were nothing else to urge me, it should be more
word-4960 it should be more than sufficient that I have learned that
word-4970 that your princely Grace is pleased with such German books and
word-5067 let faith be the chief work. If God permit, I will
word-5255 been done and still is done, because we are blind and
word-5386 put bluntly, that men may understand it.
word-5490 altogether dead. For as their conscience stands toward God and as
word-5515 altogether dead. For as their conscience stands toward God and as
word-5615 whether they believe that God takes pleasure in them because of
word-5686 is served by all things whatsoever that are done, spoken or
word-5689 all things whatsoever that are done, spoken or thought in faith.
word-5806 always those things that please Him." And St. John says, I.
word-5855 and we have confidence, that whatsoever we ask, we shall receive
word-5924 always those things that please Him." And St. John says, I.
word-6051 be burned. This is the teaching of St. Paul, Romans xiv:
word-6054 is the teaching of St. Paul, Romans xiv: " Whatsoever is
word-6057 St. Paul, Romans xiv: " Whatsoever is not done of or
word-6148 have followed blind reason and heathen ways, have set faith not
word-6407 From which it further follows that a Christian who lives
word-6566 Psalm says, " He bringeth forth his fruit in his season,"
word-6598 a woman love and are pleased with each other, and thoroughly
word-6761 things that are to be done, and does everything cheerfully and
word-6831 enough and with many works move God. He runs to St.
word-6834 many works move God. He runs to St. James of Compostella,
word-6847 to Jerusalem, hither and yon, prays St. Bridget' s prayer and
word-6949 have wearied ourselves in the wrong way; and have gone through
word-6958 gone through deserts, where there lay no way; but as for
word-6978 it, and the sun of righteousness rose not upon us."
word-7090 behind our wall, he looketh forth at the windows"; that is,
word-7173 they do not know at all, and give up, thinking that
word-7190 become their enemy; they even lay the blame of their ills
word-7262 and believe that He is pleased with them, these see in
word-7336 confidence and faith are better, higher and stronger at this stage
word-7398 faith, when; God punishes the conscience not only with temporal sufferings,
word-7406 with temporal sufferings, but with death, hell, and sin, and refuses
word-7458 God, in His mercy, is pleased with us, is the highest
word-7565 houses, churches, homes, low and higher classes are overfilled, and lead
word-7626 go to confession, and do enough, everything shall be good, although
word-7653 consider the works best of all, when they have done many,
word-7694 on the works they have done, that is, on sand and
word-7751 in the highest, peace to earth, gracious favor to man."
word-7850 or sufferings, in life or death, in joy or sorrow; as
word-7862 Lord Christ says to the heathen woman, John iv: " I
word-7958 God' s favor at all times, is the very first, highest
word-8120 works or sufferings, life and death, trust in His favor, grace
word-8145 not keep this Commandment, and practise real idolatry, even if they
word-8276 the most perverse people on earth, who will hardly or never
word-8318 most urgently commanded to seek it; whom the Prophet Isaiah reproves
word-8328 thus, Isaiah ix: " The mad people turneth not to Him
word-8432 may get rid of their trouble through their own efforts or
word-8502 counted righteous before God. If righteousness consists of faith, it is
word-8529 except he keep all the commands of God. Again, the works
word-8549 utterly and roundly does the Apostle reject works and praise faith,
word-8565 his words and say: " Well, then, we will do no
word-8797 gracious to us and is pleased with us, or if we
word-8804 us, or if we presumptuously expect to please Him only through
word-8988 the most mischievous hypocrites on earth, who with their apparent righteousness
word-8993 earth, who with their apparent righteousness lead unnumbered people into their
word-9082 moved me and ought to move everyone to reject the great
word-9190 is indicated in the Old Testament, when the Jews left the
word-9315 of him, and more than enough, since he is commanded to
word-9578 if I said to a sick man: " If you had
word-9689 monastic houses, holy places, which urge and tempt men to good
word-9718 have faith or do not heed it. If every man had
word-9872 permit sins, nor will it cover them, but it sets us
word-9914 a few. So also St. Paul, Galatians v: " Use not
word-9938 laws and hemmed in by teaching and exhortation. The third class
word-9945 exhortation. The third class are wicked men, always ready for sins;
word-10182 xiv: " Him that is weak in the faith receive ye,
word-10190 faith receive ye, to teach him." And so he did himself,
word-10269 children of kings free; notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go
word-10484 were hopeless, these men of weak faith, who would gladly do
word-10496 and learn, and yet cannot understand because of the ceremonies to
word-10541 again to faith, as a sick man is treated, and must
word-10554 for a time, for their conscience sake, to cling to some
word-10576 they rightly grasp the faith; lest if we try to tear
word-10587 were hopeless, these men of weak faith, who would gladly do
word-10603 nor works. But the hardheaded, who, hardened in their works, give
word-10610 in their works, give no heed to what is said of
word-10648 say: How can I trust surely that all my works are
word-10680 cannot help doing? Answer: This question shows that you still regard
word-10747 deadly sin should occur ( which, however, never or rarely happens
word-10748 sin should occur ( which, however, never or rarely happens to
word-10842 a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again." Yes,
word-10855 and faith must be so high and strong that the man
word-11425 when men have heard the Gospel of Christ and the mercy
word-11635 a difference, and one is higher than the other. Just as
word-11786 and it greatly helps to strengthen and increase faith, although all
word-11833 have other gods, and thereby commands that we have a God,
word-11916 this is not to be enough, but we are thereby also
word-12054 which we do not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or,
word-12118 which we do not without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or,
word-12154 and my mouth shall show forth Thy praise." Again: " My
word-12171 What work is there in heaven except that of this Second
word-12218 in my mouth." And St. Paul, I. Corinthians x: " Whether
word-12229 ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to
word-12242 God." Also Colossians iii: " Whatsoever ye do in word or
word-12276 What work is there in heaven except that of this Second
word-12279 have a heaven here on earth and always have enough to
word-12331 praises God when he fares well, or with entire confidence calls
word-12334 he fares well, or with entire confidence calls upon Him when
word-12357 than another, who fasts much, prays much, endows churches, makes pilgrimages,
word-12438 himself more than God, or takes more pleasure in them than
word-12554 all this is that the higher and better the works are,
word-12621 be despised. So that the Apostle St. Paul dare say boldly,
word-12949 most resplendent saints, who are pleased with themselves and like to
word-13028 yet the most common of all, and, alas! little regarded. Every
word-13096 for those who do not understand and have not had experience
word-13118 to read or hear the heathen books and histories. For all
word-13124 to read or hear the heathen books and histories. For all
word-13221 " All other vices are practised in evil works; only honor
word-13231 " All other vices are practised in evil works; only honor
word-13346 And this sin is more grievous before God than murder and
word-13359 its wickedness is not so clearly seen as that of murder,
word-13468 good works are to be done, and they who are inclined
word-13477 are inclined to do them surely do not need to be
word-13501 and are to have a higher and far nobler incentive, namely,
word-13512 God' s commandment, God' s fear, God' s approval, and their
word-13632 as we must also endure wicked men or the imperfect, of
word-13825 be great diligence and care, lest such honor and good name
word-13868 mouth of him that praises him." Few and most spiritual men
word-13877 spiritual men must they be, who, when honored and praised, remain
word-13963 most incapable, despised man on earth, but acknowledge himself a servant
word-14116 it as from the most grievous sin and robbery of divine
word-14139 fall into or remain in grievous sin, in order that he
word-14199 fall into or remain in grievous sin, in order that he
word-14280 them by and seeks and runs after others of his own
word-14414 " Thou shalt not do whatsoever is right in thine own
word-14552 such commandments that if we understand them aright, we dare not
word-14682 trouble, suffering, adversity and even death, and lets us live in
word-14696 affections, that He may thereby urge man and give him much
word-14791 help all who call upon it; and whereby confidence and faith
word-14873 what man is there on earth, who would not all his
word-14914 the most dangerous trial of all, when there is no trial
word-15019 cheap and there are good times, than when war, pestilence, sicknesses
word-15040 also fears for his people, lest they forsake God' s commandment
word-15074 " My people is waxed rich, full and fat; therefore has
word-15213 arms himself with letters, another runs to the fortunetellers; one seeks
word-15337 this is not a gross, mad perversion: the devil, men and
word-15368 How shall the good and faithful God reward us for not
word-15398 and sure assistance, but also commands us confidently to look for
word-15435 and sure assistance, but also commands us confidently to look for
word-15542 trusts and relies upon his money and possessions, and they help
word-15573 to help us? We say: Gold makes bold; and it is
word-15584 to help us? We say: Gold makes bold; and it is
word-15637 were sin alone more than sufficient to train and to urge
word-15642 sufficient to train and to urge us on in this work.
word-15647 urge us on in this work. For sin has hemmed us
word-15680 which three we are without ceasing oppressed and troubled; whereby God
word-15749 one of them is alone sufficient to fight a man, and
word-15920 of God, and otherwise misuse it; which are very simple matters
word-15952 also include, that we shall prevent others from making sinful use
word-16043 and adversity. I must step forth and for the sake of
word-16115 stir up against us the rich, learned, holy, and all that
word-16205 Him above all things, and expect good from Him; thereby confessing
word-16246 all wrong, where truth or righteousness suffers violence or need, and
word-16269 actively and busily against the wrong which is done to the
word-16275 which is done to the rich, the powerful, and their own
word-16324 all wrong, where truth or righteousness suffers violence or need, and
word-16372 which is done to the rich, the powerful, and their own
word-16403 easy to fight against the wrong which is done to popes,
word-16409 which is done to popes, kings, princes, bishops and other big-
word-16445 demand; how finely does he cover his greed of profit with
word-16456 the name of truth and righteousness and God' s honor! But
word-16560 wicked." But it is not done, and therefore the text continues:
word-16654 where we cannot by force prevent it and help the truth,
word-16856 be pious, to mount to heaven in peaceful security.
word-16888 one?" Yes, He can do it; but He does not want
word-16920 work with us and through us. And if we are not
word-16934 such honor, He will, after all, perform the work alone, and
word-17189 ban, accurse, rob, murder, and practise all their wickedness, in whatever
word-17242 His work, and not their work. How else could we know
word-17394 episcopal ban in vain! How weak the Roman thunderbolts would become!
word-17479 It is a matter so high that few understand it, and,
word-17482 matter so high that few understand it, and, besides, adorned with
word-17510 also the apostles, especially St. Paul, who did not allow it
word-17517 did not allow it to trouble them whether the highest or
word-17615 St. Peter and Paul must cover all this with their holy
word-17627 St. Peter and Paul must cover all this with their holy
word-17634 infamy has been found on earth than the most holy and
word-17666 holy Name of God; through which, if it shall last much
word-17677 longer, we will, as I fear, openly worship the devil as
word-17702 in these things. It is high time that we pray God
word-17788 must do, if we take heed to this Commandment alone, and
word-17812 at all with it. Now follows the Third Commandment: " Thou
word-17983 there were fewer saint' s days, since in our times the
word-18004 there were fewer saint' s days, since in our times the
word-18042 that men think it is sufficient that we look on at
word-18100 the preaching, seek, desire and expect something in our prayer. Although
word-18231 this is a new, everlasting Testament in My Blood, which is
word-18288 added to it a glorious, rich, great testament, in which no
word-18290 it a glorious, rich, great testament, in which no interest, money
word-18295 testament, in which no interest, money or temporal possessions are bequeathed
word-18333 then He died, whereby this testament has become permanent and irrevocable.
word-18344 In proof and evidence of which, instead of letter and seal,
word-18372 is need that a man practise the first works of this
word-18380 works of this Commandment right well, that he doubt not that
word-18395 is true, and consider the testament sure, so that he make
word-18423 is true, and consider the testament sure, so that he make
word-18515 mass except he be in trouble of soul and long for
word-18585 be made joyful by the testament, and grow warm and melt
word-18626 thank God for this comforting, rich, blessed testament, just as he
word-18628 be made joyful by the testament, and grow warm and melt
word-18663 be made joyful by the testament, and grow warm and melt
word-18756 it. This is why the sermons ramble off into other unprofitable
word-18811 him not power to enjoy them." So we look on at
word-18828 whether the mass be a testament, or what it be, just
word-18936 but placed into it a rich, exceeding great treasure, to be
word-18976 It must, therefore, be a grievous sin not to hear the
word-19029 so strictly commanded that the Gospel and this testament be preached,
word-19032 that the Gospel and this testament be preached, that He does
word-19048 so strictly commanded that the Gospel and this testament be preached,
word-19099 one any longer knows this testament, to say nothing of their
word-19235 heaven; and you shall confidently expect from God one of two
word-19286 acceptable that either it will surely be granted, or something better
word-19360 And to call forth such faith, Christ Himself has
word-19390 receive them, and ye shall surely have them." And Luke xi:
word-19392 and ye shall surely have them." And Luke xi: " Ask,
word-19443 father is there of you, who, if his son shall ask
word-19508 your Father which is in heaven give a good spirit to
word-19534 mighty words ought not to move him to pray with all
word-19637 and nothing more than a grievous labor and work. If anything
word-19640 than a grievous labor and work. If anything is given for
word-19719 From this it follows that one who prays aright
word-19723 it follows that one who prays aright never doubts that his
word-19731 doubts that his prayer is surely acceptable and heard, although the
word-19742 it follows that one who prays aright never doubts that his
word-19751 him. For we are to lay our need before God in
word-19850 doubts that his prayer is surely acceptable and heard, although the
word-20020 of all other works, without which, as was said, they cannot
word-20096 and so begin with a weak spark of faith and daily
word-20102 spark of faith and daily strengthen it more and more by
word-20135 there is no one on earth who does not have his
word-20158 and so begin with a weak spark of faith and daily
word-20250 to exercise yourself and daily strengthen yourself in faith. For how
word-20461 so heavily burdened with his labor, but that if he will
word-20477 with God in his heart, lay before Him his need and
word-20498 in all this exercise and strengthen his faith.
word-20565 can be made at all times, and without the inner prayer
word-20579 nothing. For we must also practise the outward prayer in its
word-20635 For this belongs to the Lord' s Prayer, in which all
word-20769 how often will he here prevent the desire to pray, not
word-20820 is really true that he prays or not; whether it is
word-20913 grow faint; but he must heed God' s command and cast
word-20916 he must heed God' s command and cast this up to
word-21006 been too much for that high Majesty so solemnly and highly
word-21037 he must heed God' s command and cast this up to
word-21116 art my refuge in all trouble which compasseth me about; Thou
word-21205 he can, as to his faithful Father, who is ready to
word-21257 art my refuge in all trouble which compasseth me about; Thou
word-21296 you find in yourself a weak faith, small hope and little
word-21358 faults than of all bodily harm to goods, honor and life,
word-21380 sickness. These you shall earnestly lay before God, lament and ask
word-21392 help, and with all confidence expect help, and believe that you
word-21739 come back before we are well, exactly as if there could
word-21887 Who gives to everyone and takes nothing in return.
word-21983 made for all men, for kings, and for all that are
word-22218 prayer and petition for the entire congregation, if we scatter these
word-22231 so distribute them that everyone prays only for himself, and no
word-22364 exhortation to pray throughout the entire mass for such need as
word-22407 exhortation to pray throughout the entire mass for such need as
word-22448 earnest heart- cry of the entire people would rise up to
word-22484 work could be done on earth, whereby so many pious souls
word-22503 indeed, the Christian Church on earth has no greater power or
word-22525 This the evil spirit knows well, and therefore he does all
word-22535 all that he can to prevent such prayer. Gleefully he lets
word-22645 noticed that we wished to practise this prayer, even if it
word-22701 It is indeed not a question of the places and buildings
word-22919 examples in the Scriptures which urge us to pray, only that
word-23257 bodily need; when we are sick we call here upon St.
word-23361 the Ten Commandments and the Lord' s Prayer. Open your eyes
word-23392 how faith, hope, love, obedience, chastity and every virtue languish, and
word-23433 were need every hour without ceasing to pray everywhere with tears
word-23488 such terrible crimes do not move you to lament and complain,
word-23614 that I should not destroy it; but I found none. Therefore
word-23671 Moses, that he restrained God, lest His anger should overwhelm the
word-23866 is the fruit of our mad materialism. If the Turk destroys
word-23892 Christendom. Then we complain, and urge kings and princes to war.
word-24070 the woods. Such are our times, and this is the reward
word-24097 freely with His precious blood, grievous labor and bitter death.
word-24188 punishment and torment of us all, allows to fall and be
word-24506 Commandment has a yet far higher work, which embraces the whole
word-24645 the labor of the work- days, and lands would not be
word-24681 This rest or ceasing from labors is of two
word-24757 commanded by God, as the Apostle says, Colossians ii, " Let
word-24790 that all days are holy days, as Isaiah says, chapter lxvi,
word-24955 commanded except only for the teaching of God' s Word and
word-25021 corrupted by sin, has much wicked love and inclination toward all
word-25162 lives, works and speaks in us. This is not accomplished with
word-25170 not accomplished with comfortable, pleasant days, but here we must hurt
word-25241 the good works,— fasting, watching, labor, of which some say and
word-25335 resist them and do not heed them, as the Wise Man
word-25663 quiet with fasting, watching and labor, and from this we learn
word-25686 alas! many blind men, who practise their castigation, whether it be
word-25695 it be fasting, watching or labor, only because they think these
word-25815 they have done a good work. I will here say nothing
word-25977 food, or according to the days, but according to the withdrawal
word-25989 approach of the lust and wantonness of the flesh, for the
word-26032 sleeping as watching, idleness as labor, and each were as good
word-26053 one should find that more wantonness arose in his flesh from
word-26102 one should find that more wantonness arose in his flesh from
word-26129 whether it be against the command of the Church, or the
word-26186 fasting, eating, sleeping, watching are practised beyond the strength of the
word-26253 regarded as a man who takes no care of himself, and,
word-26295 kill its wantonness; unless its wantonness were so strong and great
word-26311 resist it without ruin and harm to the natural life. For,
word-26328 practice of fasting, watching and labor, we are not to look
word-26342 in themselves, not on the days, not on the number, not
word-26391 with child, and how the sick are to be treated. For
word-26437 They make a matter of conscience where there is none, and
word-26448 They make a matter of conscience where there is none, and
word-26481 with child, and how the sick are to be treated. For
word-26499 wish. In brief, where the wantonness of the flesh ceases, there
word-26534 then care must be taken, lest out of this freedom there
word-26547 lazy indifference about killing the wantonness of the flesh; for the
word-26606 eat this and that without fear, just as if they had
word-26636 to guard against offending those who, not sufficiently informed, regard it
word-26760 away; and everything that may move us to anger, impatience and
word-26793 chastity, not according to the wantonness of our flesh; for God'
word-26876 and let God work in us.
word-26896 many temptations upon us, which move us to anger, many sufferings,
word-26944 that is, to peace, in us. Thus says Isaiah xxviii, "
word-26972 He sends us suffering and trouble that He may teach us
word-27093 considers so great that He commands us not only to keep
word-27222 In order to strengthen us thereto He has not
word-27293 his trouble, and will deliver him." Likewise Psalm xxxiv: " The
word-27309 that suffer, and will help them."
word-27315 As if this were not enough, He has given us a
word-27338 Lord, who on the Sabbath lay in the tomb the entire
word-27343 lay in the tomb the entire day of rest, free from
word-27552 works are ordained, exercise and strengthen itself in them. See, therefore,
word-27639 honor to Him alone. Then follows the third, to worship by
word-27703 us sickness, poverty, shame and death, which God so permits and
word-27733 very greatly tried, even as gold in the fire. For it
word-27754 us sickness, poverty, shame and death, which God so permits and
word-27869 just as the sun goes forth unto its setting and comes
word-27926 works we pray in the Lord' s Prayer. The first is
word-27952 the first work of faith, which, according to the First Commandment,
word-28150 suffice as a plain, hasty explanation of the First Table of
word-28355 look up to, esteem and heed their words and example, accept
word-28427 be done. But honor is higher than mere love and includes
word-28435 love and includes a certain fear, which unites with love, and
word-28556 love and includes a certain fear, which unites with love, and
word-28708 ( at times even unjustly, which, however, does not harm the
word-28709 at times even unjustly, which, however, does not harm the soul'
word-28712 unjustly, which, however, does not harm the soul' s salvation), our
word-28730 this, there are some so wicked that they are ashamed of
word-28756 influence them more than the high Commandment of God, Who is
word-28827 also be understood of those who, when the parents are dead
word-29056 means please men and reach high positions: this the children like,
word-29306 that other love is without fear, therefore it is more dishonor
word-29551 that the sign of my high estate, which is upon my
word-29654 wore golden clothes at the command of her parents, but within
word-30010 hungry, thirsty, naked, poor, imprisoned, sick soul. O what a blessed
word-30138 come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil, flesh and blood
word-30147 come. Why? God has commanded it; the devil, flesh and blood
word-30160 for nothing. Here this husband runs to St. James, that wife
word-30279 their own home, and not teaching them the things which have
word-30313 good works? God will, after all, not ask them about these
word-30539 suppose that the training and teaching of his children is sufficient
word-30544 teaching of his children is sufficient of itself, except it be
word-30615 good and acceptable; for many heathen have trained their children beautifully,
word-31013 and no one at all takes thought for the wild youth.
word-31065 the spiritual authority threatens, dispenses, takes money, and pardons more than
word-31106 is taught; and it is clearly seen that the spiritual estate
word-31150 supervise, make visitations and be faithful as he ought, truly, one
word-31351 do when they give some command contrary to God. Here we
word-31362 must be wise; for the Apostle has said, that those times
word-31425 do when they give some command contrary to God. Here we
word-31477 this it is easy to understand that the commands of fasting
word-31480 easy to understand that the commands of fasting do not include
word-31553 whereby not only is all money and wealth of the world
word-31852 upon God for help to prevent this thing, then to put
word-31922 live in Rome or elsewhere, lay waste and debauch the churches,
word-31971 the true Turks, whom the kings, princes and the nobility ought
word-32022 lost his sense and wits; who, if one did not restrain
word-32061 yet, since they have gone mad and lost their senses, not
word-32074 to do what they attempt, lest Christendom be destroyed thereby.
word-32227 the only remedy remaining, if kings, princes, nobility, cities and communities
word-32276 against which neither Rome, nor heaven nor earth can command or
word-32278 neither Rome, nor heaven nor earth can command or forbid anything.
word-32280 nor heaven nor earth can command or forbid anything. And the
word-32295 which they think they can prevent this, amounts to nothing; just
word-32540 do right or wrong, cannot harm the soul, but only the
word-32560 to compel us to do wrong against God or men; as
word-32571 in former days when the magistrates were not yet Christians, and
word-32588 to compel us to do wrong against God or men; as
word-32679 But the spiritual power does harm not only when it does
word-32937 much abuse. First, when it follows the flatterers, which is a
word-32982 the like of which a heathen says: " The spider- webs
word-33098 and babes to rule over them." Four plagues God has named
word-33143 serpents, dragons; these are the wicked rulers. For where these are,
word-33186 serpents, dragons; these are the wicked rulers. For where these are,
word-33240 far nobler virtue to endure wrong to one' s authority than
word-33335 or at least that the harm would not be intolerable, and
word-33457 prince rules after his own mad will and follows his own
word-33460 his own mad will and follows his own opinion, he is
word-33468 prince rules after his own mad will and follows his own
word-33593 rulers might do in our times, particularly in our lands. First,
word-33651 coming upon our lands. To prevent these two great evils would
word-33773 borne; but that it is practised so freely, without punishment, without
word-33900 mentioned the knavery which is practised by officiales and other episcopal
word-34071 But the trouble is, there is no real
word-34157 but this does not excuse us.
word-34166 only a few works of magistrates are indicated, but they are
word-34214 faith, so that no one expect to please God by the
word-34318 into good repute, that the heathen cannot complain of us and
word-34523 exercise and exhortation ever to strengthen their faith and confidence more
word-34612 long as we live on earth in imperfection. Of this St.
word-34840 its place in the further explanation of the Ten Commandments, and
word-34888 care to rule their subjects well, deal kindly with them, and
word-34940 but miracles. So says St. Paul, Romans xii: " He that
word-35024 be torn from it, although heaven stood open before him, nor
word-35101 all this go, and one runs to the Carthusians, another to
word-35179 of life and at all times, and we do not see
word-35346 as they are called, should urge a subject to do contrary
word-35676 there are not a few who, deceived by such worthless meekness,
word-35682 deceived by such worthless meekness, cover over their anger and excuse
word-35825 them, thinks well of them, prays for them. Of this Christ
word-35852 you and revile you." And Paul, Romans xii: " Bless them
word-35870 them, but do good to them."
word-36021 since no one lives on earth upon whom God does not
word-36143 of his enemy, wish him well, care for him and pray
word-36446 the very meekest man on earth, and yet, when the Jews
word-36468 put many of them to death, and thereby made atonement before
word-36482 is not fitting that the magistrates should be idle and allow
word-36534 is not fitting that the magistrates should be idle and allow
word-36589 the favor of God nor question that God is gracious, it
word-36689 not as carefully observed and practised as other works which are
word-36787 other work were commanded but chastity alone, we would all have
word-36909 other work were commanded but chastity alone, we would all have
word-36925 other work were commanded but chastity alone, we would all have
word-36960 II. If this work of chastity is to be permanent, it
word-37017 II. If this work of chastity is to be permanent, it
word-37027 the other hand, the holy Apostle Paul calls fasting, watching and
word-37129 that is, if the heart runs to the Lord Christ with
word-37176 with himself, and more than enough, and will be given many
word-37275 even look upon them, and whatsoever else may be conducive to
word-37440 to God for all grace, takes pleasure in spiritual purity; therefore
word-37488 in divine favor lives without ceasing and works in all works,
word-37611 faith in God. For that chastity is not precious which is
word-37631 unchastity, and fights, and without ceasing drives out all the poison
word-37668 against the soul." And St. Paul, Romans vi, " Ye shall
word-37834 temporal goods which men may practise toward one another: such as
word-37904 that do ye also to them." If every one kept this
word-38091 and recognise such lust for gold in themselves. For greed has
word-38102 here a very beautiful, fine cover for its shame, which is
word-38117 here a very beautiful, fine cover for its shame, which is
word-38175 God may praise and be pleased with, what need has he
word-38187 look elsewhere? Let him take heed to himself, and see to
word-38209 on money, but let the gold run after him, and money
word-38214 gold run after him, and money wait on his favor, and
word-38257 on money, but let the gold run after him, and money
word-38273 set not your heart upon them." So Christ also teaches, Matthew
word-38373 we are all condemned to labor, when God says to him,
word-38527 well that he will have enough, however much he may give
word-38585 child begging bread." Therefore the Apostle calls no other sin idolatry
word-38612 expects more good from its money than from God; and, as
word-38641 this Commandment it can be clearly seen how all good works
word-38657 for here every one most surely feels that the cause of
word-38793 teaches, Luke vi, even a wicked man does that to another
word-38945 with the practice of this work. For if your enemy needs
word-39006 as you are concerned, slain him." And in this Commandment are
word-39031 But the magistrates and cities ought to see
word-39587 not temporal matters, but the Gospel and the truth of faith,
word-39724 stir, since by vanquishing the Gospel he has also vanquished faith
word-39741 stir, since by vanquishing the Gospel he has also vanquished faith
word-39766 the greater portion of the kings, princes, bishops, doctors and clergy,
word-39849 others who had ever come forth from God.
word-39988 no faith in God, and expect nothing good from Him. For
word-40106 despise God, he does not fear, he does not regard them,
word-40540 these evil desires do no harm to our neighbor, and yet
word-40673 To this may God help us. Amen.
word-40763 returns. Royalty payments should be clearly marked as such and sent
word-40799 a full refund of any money paid by a user who
word-40879 a full refund of any money paid for a work or
word-40907 days of receipt of the work.
word-42 a conscientious performance of the duties of his office, to which
word-58 divinely called, and without any urging on his part, he attained
word-105 only occasionally in the convent, apart from his activity as teacher
word-152 been a denial of the knowledge of salvation which God had
word-232 Psalms, which he began to deliver in 1513, he declares his
word-245 alone justifies, as can be seen from the complete manuscript, published
word-250 seen from the complete manuscript, published since 1885, and with still
word-284 his convent brethren when in deep distress— compare the charming letter
word-342 Christ when, in 1517, he published his first independent work, the
word-361 Christ when, in 1517, he published his first independent work, the
word-474 Christ when, in 1517, he published his first independent work, the
word-487 Christ when, in 1517, he published his first independent work, the
word-497 Christ when, in 1517, he published his first independent work, the
word-574 held his disputations with Eck, etc., were replete with disquietude and
word-634 Explanation of the Ten Commandments; Instruction concerning certain Articles, which might
word-650 Explanation of the Ten Commandments; Instruction concerning certain Articles, which might
word-850 still Luther was willing to undertake it only when he recalled
word-872 made a similar promise to deliver a sermon on good works;
word-1087 poverty and say that I write only small Sexternlein ( tracts
word-1138 sufficient for me, I would thank God and suffer all my
word-1260 and sane development of their kingdom depend largely upon the cultivation
word-1340 were being promoted by his doctrine of justification by faith alone.
word-1350 Before 1517 the rumor had already spread that Luther intended to
word-1386 were being promoted by his doctrine of justification by faith alone.
word-1440 evangelical understanding of faith, as deep as was Luther' s own.
word-1474 was held to be a knowledge without any life or effect,
word-1545 since Luther had opposed the doctrine of justification by love and
word-1569 though he held the bare knowledge and assent to be sufficient
word-1591 and disorderly conduct. But even apart from the question whether or
word-1799 that " faith is so highly elevated" and " works are
word-1810 by him; but he knew, too, that " neither silver, gold
word-1863 fact that the Church was urging nothing but the so- called
word-1907 gems and treasures, going to Rome and to the saints, curtsying
word-1923 the rosary and the psalter," etc., and that she designated these
word-1942 the faithful performance of the duties of one' s calling as
word-2071 essence of faith, that only source of all truly good works,
word-2233 one another, nor need any instruction therein " how they are
word-2270 fulfilment of the First Commandment, apart from which there is no
word-2405 by them he could be well- pleasing to God, he would
word-2512 the pretension of doing works well- pleasing to God.
word-2554 to faith; he would show, too, how the " best work,"
word-2641 spiritual man, needs no such instruction ( I. Timothy 1:9), but
word-2719 Him alone." From the same source he derives the good work
word-2765 Him alone." From the same source he derives the good work
word-2875 the faithful performance of the duties of children toward their parents,
word-2905 the faithful performance of the duties of children toward their parents,
word-2916 the faithful performance of the duties of children toward their parents,
word-3003 stand now the spiritual magistrates neglect their peculiar work, namely, the
word-3030 a lover, and instead they undertake strange and evil works, like
word-3229 favorably minded toward one' s neighbor and to overcome all angry
word-3249 Spirit will teach us to avoid unchaste thoughts and thus to
word-3273 cannot seek after the temporal goods of others, nor cleave to
word-3291 will use it with cheerful liberality for the benefit of the
word-3353 against the evil lust, as forbidden in the Ninth and Tenth
word-3366 3. The Importance of the Work.— Inquiring now
word-3374 Work.— Inquiring now into the importance of the book, we note
word-3440 Work.— Inquiring now into the importance of the book, we note
word-3449 In comparison with the prevalent urging of self- elected works of
word-3875 teaching of the New Testament Scriptures concerning the way of salvation.
word-3882 the way of salvation. This, too, accounts for the fact that
word-3901 repelled than before, that the doctrine of justification by faith alone
word-3921 hand, the fundamental and radical importance of righteousness by faith for
word-4028 had an intimate and sympathetic knowledge of the social needs of
word-4085 at once recognized the great importance of the Treatise, for within
word-4175 best book. John Mathesius, the well- known pastor at Joachimsthal and
word-4208 mission to the Church. The seeking after self- elected works, the
word-4235 to God' s grace and good- will, are even to- day
word-4245 day widely prevalent within the kingdom of God. To all this
word-4289 you, which is the only source of all truly good works
word-4296 all truly good works and well- pleasing to God.
word-4310 To the Illustrious, High- born Prince and Lord, John Duke
word-4331 Illustrious, High- born Prince, gracious Lord! My humble
word-4392 my powers too feeble to undertake anything worthy of being offered
word-4418 and Vicar of the Holy Roman Empire, your Grace' s brother,
word-4626 poverty, and say that I write only little pamphlets and German
word-4667 better! I would be satisfied, thank God, and be quite willing
word-4683 Whether the making of many great books is
word-4799 ashamed to preach and to write in German for the unlearned
word-4848 this than by the great, deep books and quaestiones, which are
word-4863 Then, too, I have never forced or
word-4903 the Church. Whoever likes it not, may hear and read what
word-4980 and is eager to receive instruction in Good Works and the
word-4989 and is eager to receive instruction in Good Works and the
word-5055 all good works we should practice and make use of faith,
word-5285 Christ, as He says, John vi. When the Jews asked Him:
word-5326 we hear or preach this word, we hasten over it and
word-5531 their life and goodness is nothing. Hence it comes that when
word-5590 their trade, walk, stand, eat, drink, sleep, and do all kinds
word-5663 vain, and think that God cares nothing for them. So through
word-5706 way with joy, eat and drink, and know that God accepteth
word-5761 be good, whatever they may be, without any distinction. And they
word-5881 sight." Again: " Whosoever is born of God, that is, whoever
word-5947 do must be quickly forgiven. Behold, then, why I exalt faith
word-6124 That these words seem strange, and that some call
word-6168 a work of its own, apart from all works of the
word-6327 other; all distinctions between works fall away, whether they be great,
word-6451 the Lord will come upon thee, and thou shalt be turned
word-6489 believed the priest Eli who promised her God' s grace, she
word-6579 VI. This we may see in
word-6854 Bridget' s prayer and the rest, fasts on this day and
word-6894 of heart, so that the Scriptures rightly call such works in
word-7003 they believe that they are well- pleasing to God when they
word-7011 God when they suffer in body, property, honor, friends, or whatever
word-7101 He stands hidden among the sufferings, which would separate us from
word-7120 of stone, and yet He looks upon me and does not
word-7211 in God. For this reason, too, their suffering is always an
word-7403 conscience not only with temporal sufferings, but with death, hell, and
word-7433 This few men experience, but David cries out in Psalm vi,
word-7578 the true, genuine, thoroughly good, believing works. In this no one
word-7717 Christ says, Matthew vii. This good- will and favor, on which
word-7749 to God in the highest, peace to earth, gracious favor to
word-7846 favor, whether in works or sufferings, in life or death, in
word-7869 iv: " I say unto thee, they that worship God must
word-7887 And this faith, faithfulness, confidence deep in the heart, is the
word-7908 no other work that is able to satisfy this Commandment. And
word-7923 the very first, highest and best, from which all the others
word-7965 the very first, highest and best, from which all the others
word-8117 in all their works or sufferings, life and death, trust in
word-8127 in His favor, grace and good- will, but seek His favor
word-8268 His grace and favor for nothing. These are the most perverse
word-8418 not run to God, but flee from Him, and only think
word-8462 St. Paul means in many places, where he ascribes so much
word-8604 done entirely without faith, they say: Men are only to believe
word-8664 trinkets and treasures, running to Rome and to the saints. Further,
word-8707 His saints: this we call honoring and worshiping God, and, according
word-8733 manner of sinners can do too, and do them daily.
word-8821 is all pure deception, outwardly honoring God, but inwardly setting up
word-8919 cannot endure, since He has promised His grace freely, and wills
word-8949 for yourself, then, how far apart these two are: keeping the
word-9049 iv: " I say unto thee, the hour cometh, when ye
word-9131 among works, such exaltation and urging of one work above another
word-9201 Temple and sacrificed at other places, in the green parks and
word-9255 how they shall be religious? Yes, and where are they who
word-9274 shall neither teach nor do works? Does not this First Commandment
word-9346 and so to have only one, the true God, and none
word-9513 do, whether ye eat or drink, do all in the Name
word-9520 all in the Name of Jesus Christ, our Lord." Now it
word-9548 know that all things work together for good to the saints
word-9564 say that good works are forbidden when we preach faith alone,
word-9612 say that good works are forbidden when we preach faith alone,
word-9687 of churches, monastic houses, holy places, which urge and tempt men
word-10044 and prescribed decorations, with reading, praying, fasting, singing, adorning of churches,
word-10086 the rulers, as is now, alas! the case, busy themselves with
word-10108 were the true works, and neglect faith, which they ought always
word-10643 XVI. But you say: How can I trust surely
word-10665 I fall, and talk, eat, drink and sleep too much, or
word-10671 and sleep too much, or otherwise transgress, as I cannot help
word-10775 doubt that its sin is already gone; as it is written
word-10790 little children, these things I write unto you, that ye sin
word-10809 an Advocate with God the Father, Jesus Christ, Who is the
word-10810 Advocate with God the Father, Jesus Christ, Who is the propitiation
word-10847 times, and riseth up again." Yes, this confidence and faith must
word-10900 entirely despair of his works, believing that they cannot be good
word-10911 except through this faith, which looks for no judgment, but only
word-10958 us ( that is, the knowledge of Thy grace through faith),
word-11139 or merit, but alone from Jesus Christ, and is freely promised
word-11144 Jesus Christ, and is freely promised and given; as St. Paul
word-11196 prayed or cared for it, yes, while we still continually walked
word-11267 Lo! thus must thou form Christ
word-11364 gives even His Son for thee, then thy heart also must
word-11389 must grow out of pure good- will and love— God' s
word-11441 Word and from no other source must faith still come, even
word-11777 experienced and felt as in honoring God' s Name; and it
word-11846 God, by a firm faith, trust, confidence, hope and love, which
word-11903 the Second Commandment we are forbidden to use His Name in
word-12078 and adversities than a constant urging and stirring up to praise,
word-12202 ever praising Thee." So also David says in Psalm xxxiv: "
word-12227 Whether therefore ye eat or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do
word-12326 privacy of his home joyfully praises God when he fares well,
word-12382 fool opens wide his mouth, looks for great works to do,
word-12432 privacy of his home joyfully praises God when he fares well,
word-12492 privacy of his home joyfully praises God when he fares well,
word-12507 Commandments, faith and God' s honor. The hypocrite misses both and
word-12522 privacy of his home joyfully praises God when he fares well,
word-12652 Name of God and to write His honor on paper and
word-12982 on one' s guard, to flee from and to avoid all
word-12986 to flee from and to avoid all temporal honor and praise,
word-13020 him; which is an exceedingly dangerous sin, and yet the most
word-13030 most common of all, and, alas! little regarded. Every one wants
word-13039 one wants to be of importance and not to be the
word-13090 and this makes it exceedingly dangerous for those who do not
word-13171 but those are counted the best, who disregard body and life,
word-13189 effort to win praise and honor. All the holy Fathers have
word-13360 wickedness is not so clearly seen as that of murder, because
word-13441 so do what they would otherwise by no means do or
word-13460 But at present we are seeking how true good works are
word-13526 toward God. They who have not, or regard not this motive,
word-13574 in the eyes of the world.
word-13688 induced to pray, fast, learn, etc., by gifts and promises of
word-13738 the sake of praise and honor.
word-13778 he give offence to no one, as St. Paul says, Romans
word-13867 the mouth of him that praises him." Few and most spiritual
word-13876 most spiritual men must they be, who, when honored and praised,
word-14109 our powers forbid it and flee from it as from the
word-14122 sin and robbery of divine honor.
word-14129 Hence it comes that God frequently permits a man to fall
word-14134 frequently permits a man to fall into or remain in grievous
word-14162 eyes of all men, who otherwise could not have kept himself
word-14212 honored; and thus one sin becomes the other' s medicine, because
word-14227 which not only does the evil, but also misuses all that
word-14268 surrounded on all sides; but, alas! because of his blindness, he
word-14288 of his own devising and pleasure, against which no man can
word-14386 ( that is, not what seems right and good to you,
word-14450 also from the works which seem to men to be good
word-14597 also from the works which seem to men to be good
word-14654 His Name holy and greatly honoring it, if we name and
word-14677 He sends us so much trouble, suffering, adversity and even death,
word-14743 day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify
word-14744 of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me;
word-14825 He sends us so much trouble, suffering, adversity and even death,
word-14833 I praise Thy Name and confess that it is lovely and
word-14855 day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify
word-14867 Lo! what man is there on
word-14911 For this is the most dangerous trial of all, when there
word-14974 xci, " A thousand shall fall on the left hand and
word-15029 sicknesses and all manner of misfortune burden us; so that Moses
word-15106 that they should not have peace and must exercise themselves in
word-15228 only they may thereby escape misfortune and be secure. It is
word-15289 that men look to the devil, men or creatures for that
word-15340 a gross, mad perversion: the devil, men and creatures they must
word-15374 God reward us for not believing and trusting Him as much
word-15386 a gross, mad perversion: the devil, men and creatures they must
word-15488 a gross, mad perversion: the devil, men and creatures they must
word-15535 Who will keep faith? A rich man trusts and relies upon
word-15567 that He is willing and able to help us? We say:
word-15572 able to help us? We say: Gold makes bold; and it
word-15604 highest eternal Good gives, wherein trust, not men, but only God'
word-15807 Psalm cxvi: " I will drink the cup of salvation, and
word-15887 devised works, which we were able to do with our own
word-15918 holy Name of God, and otherwise misuse it; which are very
word-15931 and well known to every one, being the sins which have
word-15955 we shall prevent others from making sinful use of God' s
word-16086 we must provoke to anger father, mother, and the best of
word-16126 is of repute in the world. And although this is especially
word-16143 commanded to preach God' s Word, yet every Christian is also
word-16167 the holy Name of God risk and give up all that
word-16337 consider their deceiving eye, which looks more on the person than
word-16542 for the poor and needy; deliver the poor and rid the
word-16568 text continues: " They know not, neither will they understand; they
word-16624 greater portion of the powerful, rich and friends do injustice and
word-16664 truth, we should at least confess it, and do what we
word-16704 of good, made pilgrimages to Rome and to all holy places,
word-16709 Rome and to all holy places, acquired all indulgences, built all
word-16792 or to ask after good works? And if we consider the
word-16884 how to help each one?" Yes, He can do it; but
word-17107 God. For this reason it seems a great thing and a
word-17113 a great thing and a dangerous to resist them, because they
word-17231 they present to us His Word, the Gospel, not their word,
word-17236 Word, the Gospel, not their word, His work, and not their
word-17307 It must be, indeed, that even in the
word-17320 the greater part preach false doctrine and misuse spiritual power, so
word-17324 false doctrine and misuse spiritual power, so that thus occasion may
word-17366 the sake of God' s honor.
word-17396 in vain! How weak the Roman thunderbolts would become! How often
word-17492 with God' s Name and power, dangerous to touch. But the
word-17493 God' s Name and power, dangerous to touch. But the prophets
word-17502 the prophets of old were masters in this; also the apostles,
word-17644 and most blessed Name of Jesus Christ!
word-17708 time that we pray God earnestly that He hallow His Name.
word-17748 I. We have now seen how many good works there
word-17796 Commandment alone, and how we, alas! busy ourselves much with other
word-17928 such as going to mass, praying, and hearing a sermon on
word-18207 and eat, this is My Body, which is given for you";
word-18221 the cup, " Take and drink ye all of it: this
word-18621 thanksgiving," because we praise and thank God for this comforting, rich,
word-18634 just as he gives thanks, praises and is joyful, to whom
word-18660 those who make several persons rich by their testament, and these
word-18674 thanksgiving," because we praise and thank God for this comforting, rich,
word-18797 " This is a great evil, when God giveth a man
word-18832 a testament, or what it be, just as if it were
word-18891 Lo! this is the only ceremony
word-18898 is the only ceremony or practice which Christ has instituted, in
word-18991 such a treasure and so rich a feast to which we
word-19175 in the matter, in such wise that we do not doubt
word-19227 the words, the prayer is already recorded in heaven; and you
word-19346 directly: he who does not trust, receives nothing, neither that which
word-19612 You ask much and receive not, because ye ask amiss." For
word-19794 leave it to Him; for frequently we do not know what
word-19844 leave to God the time, place, measure and limit; He will
word-19918 of God. So He has forbidden both, that we should err
word-19960 VI. Thus we see that this
word-19988 Commandment, that is, of faith, trust, confidence, hope and love to
word-20087 then you are humbly to confess it to God, and so
word-20176 faith "; and He very frequently rebukes them because they have
word-20219 other works. Nay, you shall thank God with all your heart
word-20267 pray, sing, read, work and seem to be great saints, and
word-20352 with all our works and sufferings, pupils of the First Commandment
word-20450 But I mean the spiritual praying, that is: no one is
word-20523 never cease," although in Matthew vi. He forbids the use of
word-20550 prayer of the lips is evil, but because it is not
word-20574 inner prayer of faith is nothing. For we must also practise
word-20664 know and to do good works? Let them undertake prayer alone,
word-20667 do good works? Let them undertake prayer alone, and rightly exercise
word-20718 to follow the words in deep devotion, that is, with desire
word-20729 and faith, so that one earnestly desires what the words say,
word-20781 us to find time and place, nay, often also raise doubts,
word-20849 powerful one man' s truly believing prayer is, and how it
word-20897 such infinite Majesty; in no wise dare he trust his worthiness,
word-20928 and hold it before the devil, and say: " Because of
word-20945 my unworthiness I cease from nothing. I pray and work only
word-20958 of His pure mercy has promised to hear and to be
word-20972 of His pure mercy has promised to hear and to be
word-21011 high Majesty so solemnly and highly to obligate His unworthy worms
word-21020 unworthy worms to pray, to trust, and to receive from Him,
word-21103 s own besetting need and trouble, of which David says, Psalm
word-21106 need and trouble, of which David says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou
word-21206 can, as to his faithful Father, who is ready to help
word-21226 s own besetting need and trouble, of which David says, Psalm
word-21244 s own besetting need and trouble, of which David says, Psalm
word-21379 mortal sickness. These you shall earnestly lay before God, lament and
word-21439 how you sin against your neighbor with anger, hatred and evil
word-21672 peace, righteousness, unless you are already free of all your unbelief,
word-21752 God who could help the body, and another God who could
word-21967 his disciple Timothy: " exhort thee, that thou see to it,
word-22041 of Babylon, because in the peace thereof they should have peace.
word-22071 of Babylon, because in the peace thereof they should have peace.
word-22198 is there in our coming together into a House of Prayer,
word-22206 is there in our coming together into a House of Prayer,
word-22410 then the entire congregation may confess their own sin and pray
word-22550 churches, endowing many monastic houses, making music, reading, singing, observing many
word-22582 consider such things the very best, and think that thereby we
word-22754 the five cities, Sodom, Gomorrah, etc., Genesis xviii, and accomplished so
word-22794 united in calling upon God earnestly and with sincere confidence?
word-22917 texts and examples in the Scriptures which urge us to pray,
word-22933 with earnestness and faith. As David says, " The eyes of
word-23097 wonder that thunder and lightning frequently set churches on fire, because
word-23200 grant it. So we must deal with God of definite things,
word-23217 it to His mercy and good- will, and not doubt that
word-23229 is heard; for He has promised to hear such prayer, which
word-23243 XIV. We are masters in this form of prayer
word-23481 to the end of the world. If such terrible crimes do
word-23661 one another, as it is frequently written of the Prophet Moses,
word-23693 only do not regard such misfortune of Christendom, and do not
word-23838 That we mock at the misfortune of Christendom, to pray for
word-23847 pray for which we gather together in Church and at the
word-23994 of the number of the best, who began the work of
word-24103 XVI. Lo! where are the idle ones,
word-24117 know how to do good works? Where are they who run
word-24191 of us all, allows to fall and be misled so terribly.
word-24233 But if you do it not, what would it help you
word-24401 us, when He said, " Father, forgive them, fort they know
word-24463 no one is sunk so deep as those very men who
word-24477 works of their own, and seem to men to be something
word-24836 that they also may be able to come to hear God'
word-24964 The spiritual rest, which God particularly intends in
word-25030 toward all sins, as the Scriptures say, Genesis viii, " Man'
word-25053 disobedience, anger, hatred, covetousness, unchastity, etc., and summa summarum, in all
word-25207 flesh wants to be in pleasure, honor and comfort. Of this
word-25240 follow the good works,— fasting, watching, labor, of which some say
word-25247 of which some say and write so much, although they know
word-25255 although they know neither the source nor the purpose of these
word-25273 XVIII. This rest, namely, that our work cease
word-25300 secondly, through the effort or urging of others.
word-25317 ordered that, in the first place, when we see our flesh,
word-25339 not heed them, as the Wise Man says: " Follow not
word-25373 use of those prayers which David prays: " Lord, lead me
word-25403 in the prayer, " Thy kingdom come." For the desires are
word-25429 the suggestions of the evil one, that it is not possible
word-25507 no way, no food, no drink, no help. Therefore God went
word-25558 in the prayer, " Thy kingdom come." For the desires are
word-25626 all things, especially when they seem to be spiritual and good.
word-25681 There are, alas! many blind men, who practise
word-25836 that they none the less drink themselves full; some fast by
word-26029 meritorious as fasting, sleeping as watching, idleness as labor, and each
word-26081 he find that his head becomes confused and crazed or his
word-26192 beyond the strength of the body, and more than is necessary
word-26323 has been said, in the practice of fasting, watching and labor,
word-26410 fasting that they run the risk of great danger to the
word-26489 allowed to eat and to drink every day whatever they wish.
word-26509 there every reason for fasting, watching, laboring, eating this or that,
word-26516 eating this or that, has already ceased, and there no longer
word-26837 and lack of peace. For peace too is God' s work,
word-26901 move us to anger, many sufferings, which rouse us to impatience,
word-26998 until a man, thoroughly trained, becomes so peaceful and quiet that
word-27074 there is naught but godly pleasure, joy and peace with all
word-27077 but godly pleasure, joy and peace with all other works and
word-27102 to keep the day of rest, but also to hallow it
word-27173 holy things, be glad and thank God when they come upon
word-27272 also comforted us in the Scriptures with many words and told
word-27289 with him in all his trouble, and will deliver him." Likewise
word-27292 all his trouble, and will deliver him." Likewise Psalm xxxiv: "
word-27330 it, His only, dear Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who on
word-27346 tomb the entire day of rest, free from all His works,
word-27439 and work in us forever. Lo! these are the three parts
word-27628 praise God' s Name, to confess His grace, to give all
word-27645 the third, to worship by praying, hearing God' s Word, thinking
word-27649 by praying, hearing God' s Word, thinking of and considering God'
word-27678 spirit perceives such faith, such honoring of God and such worship,
word-27691 and stirs up persecution, attacks body, goods, honor and life, brings
word-27772 Him as our all- gracious Father, as must be done in
word-27829 and praise, faith grows, and becomes conscious of itself, and so
word-27883 rising. For this reason the Scriptures associate the day with peaceful
word-27937 that we say: " Our Father, Who art in heaven"; these
word-28003 says. The third: " Thy kingdom come," in which we pray
word-28014 for the true Sabbath and rest, peaceful cessation of our works,
word-28045 He says, Luke xvii, " Behold, God' s kingdom is nowhere
word-28048 says. The third: " Thy kingdom come," in which we pray
word-28139 them we pray for our goods and blessedness.
word-28471 and yet we do not flee from it as from a
word-28513 and yet we do not flee from it as from a
word-28785 His Commandment. But the matter becomes still worse when the child
word-28837 dead or absent, take their place, such as relatives, god- parents,
word-28857 must be ruled and be subject to other men. Wherefore we
word-28883 must be ruled and be subject to other men. Wherefore we
word-28894 comes that obedience is so highly praised and all virtue and
word-28915 dishonoring of parents, much more dangerous and subtile than this first,
word-29079 comes to naught while all seems good, and that is fulfilled
word-29172 be burned up in worldly pleasure, love, enjoyment, possessions and honor,
word-29216 are supreme! For, truly, the knowledge and fulfilment of the first
word-29313 it is more dishonor than honor.
word-29388 Commandments, is to be more highly regarded than the parents. But
word-29413 to seek no more than pleasure, honor and possessions of this
word-29527 of something better and to avoid something worse. So Queen Esther
word-29737 and be certain that He cares for you." It is a
word-29768 yet commended them to Him; otherwise they would know and have
word-29804 and be certain that He cares for you." It is a
word-29907 and works as meat and drink, that they may learn to
word-29913 that they may learn to trust, believe and fear God, and
word-29938 curse, to mortify themselves by praying, fasting, watching, working, to attend
word-29940 mortify themselves by praying, fasting, watching, working, to attend worship and
word-29950 and to hear God' s Word, and to keep the Sabbath,
word-29966 despise temporal things, to bear misfortune calmly, and not to fear
word-30105 olive trees about thy table. Behold, thus shall the man be
word-30128 they that ask after good works? Here none wishes to come.
word-30140 God has commanded it; the devil, flesh and blood pull away
word-30156 show, therefore it counts for nothing. Here this husband runs to
word-30213 serve God in some other place, which has not been commanded
word-30252 VI. On the other hand, parents
word-30300 they kill themselves with fasting, praying, making pilgrimages, and do all
word-30301 kill themselves with fasting, praying, making pilgrimages, and do all manner
word-30309 do all manner of good works? God will, after all, not
word-30374 coming, in which they shall say: Blessed are the wombs that
word-30651 holy Christian Church, the spiritual power, so that we conform to
word-30753 exercise themselves in obeying and honoring it. Such zeal one does
word-30899 houses, parishes and schools, and earnestly maintain worship in them, provide
word-30989 teaches himself; nay, it has, alas! come to such a pass
word-31100 and just what should be forbidden is taught; and it is
word-31107 taught; and it is clearly seen that the spiritual estate is
word-31322 then, the authorities so entirely neglect their work, and are perverted,
word-31336 follow that they misuse their power, and undertake other and evil
word-31338 they misuse their power, and undertake other and evil works, just
word-31379 authorities shall rule. For it seems as if we resisted their
word-31511 our time nothing comes from Rome but a fair of spiritual
word-31614 last such institutions and offices fall into the hands not only
word-31640 the greatest villains in the world. Thus what has been founded
word-31673 not to use plainer language, Roman whores and knaves; yet we
word-31875 those who bear letters from Rome about their business, in a
word-31913 by good example; or if not, and they do live in
word-31919 those who bear letters from Rome about their business, in a
word-31950 pope' s servants, his people, yes, his knaves and whores, to
word-31963 Lo! these are the true Turks,
word-31981 ought to attack first: not seeking thereby their own benefit, but
word-32007 divine Name; and so to deal with the clergy as with
word-32049 Thus we are to honor Roman authority as our highest father;
word-32093 General Council. To this I say: No! For we have had
word-32114 Constance, Basel and the last Roman Council; but nothing has been
word-32134 Constance, Basel and the last Roman Council; but nothing has been
word-32219 But this would be the best, and also the only remedy
word-32532 us regard, namely, that its power, whether it do right or
word-32747 they see the spiritual power believing and doing; if they are
word-32950 especially harmful plague of this power, against which no one can
word-32973 and oppresses the common people, becomes a government of the like
word-33026 prince is not himself so wise that he needs nobody' s
word-33063 this reason God has considered evil, unfit rulers the greatest of
word-33114 first and slightest, which also David chose, is pestilence, the second
word-33208 prince must also be very wise and not at all times
word-33214 and not at all times undertake to enforce his own will,
word-33247 one' s authority than to risk property and person, if it
word-33293 it, although all sorts of misfortune may come to others thereby.
word-33319 however just his cause might be, unless there were sure indications
word-33370 a wagon must walk far otherwise than if he were walking
word-33559 kings of Persia did, Esther vi. For examples and histories benefit
word-34080 no real government in the world. No one wants to work,
word-34127 give them work in other places, this evil would to a
word-34258 this Commandment is obedience of servants and workmen toward their lords
word-34266 toward their lords and ladies, masters and mistresses. Of this St.
word-34279 this Commandment is obedience of servants and workmen toward their lords
word-34282 shalt exhort servants that they highly honor their masters, be obedient,
word-34307 because they thereby bring the doctrine of Christ and our faith
word-34332 also says: " Servants, be subject to your masters, for the
word-34378 complaint in the world about servants and working men, that they
word-34406 complaint in the world about servants and working men, that they
word-34450 what they know pleases their masters and mistresses, and all this
word-34498 out of the love and good- will toward God which grows
word-34536 For, as has now been frequently said, this faith makes all
word-34560 On the other hand, the masters and mistresses should not rule
word-34626 " Masters, do unto your servants that which is just and
word-34645 On the other hand, the masters and mistresses should not rule
word-34651 do not wish God to deal too sharply with them, but
word-34687 " Masters, do unto your servants that which is just and
word-34749 works of men, such as making pilgrimages, building churches, seeking indulgence,
word-34753 as making pilgrimages, building churches, seeking indulgence, and the like.
word-34772 wife ought to be obedient, subject to her husband as to
word-34817 overlook a little, and not deal strictly with her, of which
word-34889 to rule their subjects well, deal kindly with them, and do
word-35008 may benefit those who are subject to him; by this let
word-35065 position, and attended to its duties alone, how rich in good
word-35068 to its duties alone, how rich in good works would he
word-35108 the Carthusians, another to this place, a third to that, just
word-35170 present in profusion in all places, in all stations of life
word-35217 it not. If they shall say: Behold, He is in the
word-35218 not. If they shall say: Behold, He is in the desert,
word-35227 the desert, go not forth; behold, He is in the secret
word-35319 called, if he does not earnestly and diligently exercise himself in
word-35348 are called, should urge a subject to do contrary to the
word-35477 rather give up goods, honor, body, and life, that God' s
word-35520 approve not himself, think not highly of himself; but in humility
word-35541 be prevented. The following Commandments deal with the passions and lust
word-35609 back of it. This we practice toward our friends and those
word-35816 possible, it returns good for evil, speaks well of them, thinks
word-36065 present, whether he can be well- disposed toward his enemy, speak
word-36231 which are not commanded, and neglect this? Therefore God says, Matthew
word-36292 act, striking, wounding, killing, injuring, etc., if the thoughts and words
word-36379 law imposes. Here the act seems to be one of anger
word-36496 sway, and that we say nothing. My own possessions, my honor,
word-36529 injury or injustice to our neighbor we must prevent, the magistrates
word-36624 sinned much more against God. Behold, a short Commandment this, but
word-36679 is well known to every one, only that it is not
word-37081 evil lust stirs, a man flee to prayer, call upon God'
word-37111 cxxxvii: " Happy shall he be, that taketh and dasheth the
word-37195 no one uses prayer, fasting, watching, labor for this purpose, but
word-37255 and clothes, that we should avoid excessive adornment, and neither associate
word-37434 who so lives that he looks to God for all grace,
word-37469 a certainty how he shall avoid evil thoughts and everything that
word-37587 and admonition to prayer, fasting, watching, laboring, and to other exercises
word-37602 the flesh, especially to the practice and exercise of faith in
word-37721 less a work that gives pleasure, in which we shall have
word-37830 against all stinting in temporal goods which men may practise toward
word-38004 entangled and taken captive with cares of this temporal life and
word-38011 this temporal life and dishonest seeking of gain.
word-38017 II. Therefore the Wise Man says not in vain:
word-38026 vain: " Happy is the rich man, who is found without
word-38291 what we shall eat and drink and wherewithal we shall be
word-38300 shall be clothed, since God cares for this, and knows that
word-38316 But some say: " Yes, rely upon that, take no
word-38402 to flying, so is man born unto labor." Now the birds
word-38468 itself. For if the heart looks for divine favor and relies
word-38497 beyond a doubt that God cares for him; therefore he does
word-38513 uses it also with cheerful liberality for the benefit of his
word-38565 am old; never have I seen a believing man, who trusts
word-38567 never have I seen a believing man, who trusts God, that
word-38642 Commandment it can be clearly seen how all good works must
word-38670 distrust and the cause of liberality is faith. For because a
word-38740 distrust and the cause of liberality is faith. For because a
word-38762 also to know that this liberality shall extend even to enemies
word-38824 also to know that this liberality shall extend even to enemies
word-38848 to rise on good and evil, and the rain to fall
word-38853 evil, and the rain to fall on the grateful and ungrateful.
word-38942 have to do with the practice of this work. For if
word-39101 This Commandment seems small, and yet is so
word-39116 would rightly keep it must risk and imperil life and limb,
word-39122 and imperil life and limb, goods and honor, friends and all
word-39212 a false argument, catch his neighbor with subtilty, produce everything that
word-39245 a false argument, catch his neighbor with subtilty, produce everything that
word-39251 a false argument, catch his neighbor with subtilty, produce everything that
word-39266 sake of gain, some to avoid loss or shame, thereby seeking
word-39271 avoid loss or shame, thereby seeking their own advantage more than
word-39460 would rightly keep it must risk and imperil life and limb,
word-39489 universally the way of the world. He who would keep this
word-39602 has at no time been able to endure, and always so
word-39873 divine truth, and imperil and risk life and limb, goods and
word-39877 and risk life and limb, goods and honor, and all that
word-39932 would not be willing and able to confess it and to
word-39934 be willing and able to confess it and to bear witness
word-39949 the pope, and the bishops, together with princes and kings attack
word-40058 despises all the favor, grace, goods and honor of men, lets
word-40217 now been often said. Therefore, apart from faith all works are
word-40313 not only set our Lord Jesus Christ before us that we
word-40422 as building churches, beautifying them, making pilgrimages, and all that is
word-40463 how a man, although he neglect all else, has enough to
word-40507 how a man, although he neglect all else, has enough to
word-40567 these two Commandments are drawn together by St. Paul into one,
word-40572 together by St. Paul into one, Romans vii, and are set
word-40623 offered. For original sin is born in us by nature, and
word-40636 offered. For original sin is born in us by nature, and
word-40699 calculated using the method you already use to calculate your applicable
word-39 the course of a conscientious performance of the duties of his
word-82 standing substitute for the sickly city pastor, Simon Heinse, from the
word-88 standing substitute for the sickly city pastor, Simon Heinse, from the
word-127 duty bound, by divine and human right, to lead and direct
word-128 bound, by divine and human right, to lead and direct the
word-327 had no other object in view than to edify his congregation
word-351 work, the Explanation of the Seven Penitential Psalms. On Oct 31
word-434 by Tetzel' s attack and delivered in the latter part of
word-448 by Tetzel' s attack and delivered in the latter part of
word-465 by Tetzel' s attack and delivered in the latter part of
word-569 year of 1519, when he held his disputations with Eck, etc.,
word-730 few exceptions these writings all appeared in print in the year
word-744 was the congregation which Luther sought primarily to serve. If the
word-820 treatise Of Good Works also belongs Though the incentive for its
word-877 deliver a sermon on good works; and when Luther actually commenced
word-890 he had nothing else in view but the preparation of a
word-1312 3 31)— that the zealous performance of good works had abated,
word-1322 abated, that the bonds of discipline had slackened and that, as
word-1375 from a sermon Luther had delivered at Dresden, because he feared
word-1470 ornate faith. The former was held to be a knowledge without
word-1566 by strangers, as though he held the bare knowledge and assent
word-1688 A perusal of the contents shows that the book, in the
word-1715 must be attributed that a new numeration of sections begins with
word-1722 of sections begins with the argument on the Third Commandment, and
word-1775 the second comprises all the following sections. The first, being fundamental,
word-1878 " running to the convent, singing, reading, playing the organ, saying
word-1883 singing, reading, playing the organ, saying the mass, praying matins, vespers,
word-1886 the organ, saying the mass, praying matins, vespers, and other hours,
word-1917 the organ, saying the mass, praying matins, vespers, and other hours,
word-1939 while she represented the faithful performance of the duties of one'
word-1969 this treatise to make it perfectly clear what is the essence
word-2229 love and favor from one another, nor need any instruction therein
word-2295 the one hand, the whole argument on faith, as the best
word-2331 prepares the way for the following argument, wherein he proposes to
word-2352 the First Commandment does not forbid this and that, nor does
word-2449 opponents, should in fairness be kept in view by those who
word-2451 in fairness be kept in view by those who accuse him
word-2738 services with prayer and the hearing of preaching, to incline the
word-2759 that end, to mortify and overcome the flesh." From the same
word-2775 The argument on the Third and Fourth
word-2813 Luther especially mentions the proper hearing of mass and of preaching,
word-2822 of preaching, common prayer, bodily discipline and the mortification of the
word-2844 important fundamental discussion of the New Testament conception of Sabbath rest.
word-2872 Commandment, consists in the faithful performance of the duties of children
word-2913 Commandment, consists in the faithful performance of the duties of children
word-2930 God and for God' s sake, is the true " good
word-3046 to God. In this case members of the Church must do
word-3064 become mad and insane. Kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities
word-3071 nobility, municipalities and communities must begin of their own accord and
word-3086 these conditions, so that the bishops and the clergy, who are
word-3146 brothels. This, by divine and human right, is a part of
word-3147 This, by divine and human right, is a part of their
word-3168 briefly treats of the Second Table of the Commandments, but in
word-3232 one' s neighbor and to overcome all angry and wrathful desires.
word-3351 also strife against the evil lust, as forbidden in the Ninth
word-3386 Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct, when he wrote to
word-3492 the whole church, Luther' s argument must have appeared to all
word-3495 Luther' s argument must have appeared to all thoughtful and earnest
word-3501 to all thoughtful and earnest souls as a revelation, when he
word-3519 those works are to be regarded as good works which God
word-3590 the whole church, Luther' s argument must have appeared to all
word-3595 argument must have called to mind the explanation of the Law,
word-3600 mind the explanation of the Law, which the Lord had given
word-3641 text, and when he directed Christians not to rest in the
word-3707 Luther' s argument must have appeared to all thoughtful and earnest
word-3752 Over against the deep- rooted view that the works of love
word-3774 Luther' s argument must have appeared to all thoughtful and earnest
word-3780 as the dawn of a new era ( Galatians 3:22-25) when
word-3857 as the discovery of a new world, though it was no
word-3873 the clear teaching of the New Testament Scriptures concerning the way
word-3947 in this treatise to kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities,
word-3960 against the misuse of spiritual powers and to abolish various abuses
word-3981 the great Reformation writings, which appeared in the same year (1520),
word-4009 here for the first time— shows that the Monk of Witttenberg,
word-4094 for within the period of seven months it passed through eight
word-4188 biographer, acknowledged that he had learned the " rudiments of Christianity"
word-4229 that the path of works leads to God' s grace and
word-4336 born Prince, gracious Lord! My humble duty and my feeble prayer
word-4361 have wished to show my humble respect and duty toward your
word-4388 I have always considered my powers too feeble to undertake anything
word-4462 to think that the princely spirit, like the princely blood, may
word-4495 would not despise this my humble offering which I have felt
word-4526 raised, the question of Good Works; in which is practised immeasurably
word-4573 Neither silver, gold, precious stones, nor any rare
word-4690 many great books is an art and a benefit to the
word-4964 than sufficient that I have learned that your princely Grace is
word-5103 Grace, Your Princely Grace' s Humble Chaplain,
word-5199 life, Christ sets before him naught else but the Ten Commandments.
word-5242 judgment of men or of human law or custom, as we
word-5395 many who pray, fast, establish endowments, do this or that, lead
word-5438 And there are some very learned men, who mislead them, and
word-5456 be sure of this; and yet, on the other hand, these
word-5532 life and goodness is nothing. Hence it comes that when I
word-5541 when I exalt faith and reject such works done without faith,
word-5560 in truth I am trying hard to teach real good works
word-5595 drink, sleep, and do all kinds of works for the nourishment
word-5645 made to consist only of praying in church, fasting, and almsgiving.
word-5677 they curtail and lessen the service of God, Who is served
word-5723 always white; and let thy head lack no ointment. Live joyfully
word-5782 always white; and let thy head lack no ointment. Live joyfully
word-5961 all works into it, and reject all works which do not
word-5994 not good; for if he finds his heart confident that it
word-6103 also do; but to trust firmly that he pleases God, is
word-6154 ways, have set faith not above, but beside other virtues, and
word-6207 a man does are well done. Indeed, they have not let
word-6322 and one is like the other; all distinctions between works fall
word-6335 they be great, small, short, long, few or many. For the
word-6348 acceptable not for their own sake, but because of the faith
word-6377 are, just as all the members of the body live, work
word-6393 the head, and without the head no member can live, work
word-6402 live, work and have a name.
word-6428 good works, but whatever he finds to do he does, and
word-6471 thee; for God is with thee." So also we read of
word-6587 may see in a common human example. When a man and
word-6634 teaches them all this, and more. They make no difference in
word-6646 they do the great, the long, the much, as gladly as
word-6800 for nothing, content that his service pleases God. On the other
word-6876 man and that, and yet finds no peace. He does all
word-6939 Of these it is written, Wisdom of Solomon v: " We
word-7213 For this reason, too, their suffering is always an offence and
word-7246 For this reason, too, their suffering is always an offence and
word-7279 precious merits and the rarest possessions, the value of which no
word-7478 creature; but of this the work- righteous and doers of good
word-7620 only they pray, fast, establish endowments, go to confession, and do
word-7898 true fulfilling of the First Commandment; without this there is no
word-8019 and love. As I said above, such faith and confidence bring
word-8070 and to love me, which leads me, in turn, to love
word-8090 to Him for all good things.
word-8171 the prayers, fasting, obedience, patience, chastity, and innocence of all the
word-8177 and innocence of all the saints combined. For the chief work
word-8201 show and pretence, with nothing back of them; against which Christ
word-8260 huckster or a day- laborer, unwilling to give His grace and
word-8348 sent them sufferings and all kinds of adversity, that they should
word-8429 of how they may get rid of their trouble through their
word-8439 their own efforts or through human help, and yet they consider
word-8550 and roundly does the Apostle reject works and praise faith, that
word-8589 men still do. When we reject the great, pretentious works of
word-8615 and not to do anything good. For nowadays they say that
word-8628 of the First Commandment are singing, reading, organ- playing, reading the
word-8635 organ- playing, reading the mass, saying matins and vespers and the
word-8880 is not one in a thousand who does not set his
word-8927 freely, and wills that we begin by trusting that grace, and
word-9083 me and ought to move everyone to reject the great display
word-9085 ought to move everyone to reject the great display of bulls,
word-9148 desires to be the only service of God, and will grant
word-9296 If a man were a thousand men, or all men, or
word-9396 and filled with good works, begin and in all his life
word-9449 included in faith; how he dare never grow idle, because his
word-9504 says St. Paul: " Dear brethren, all that ye do, whether
word-9553 together for good to the saints of God."
word-9583 man: " If you had health, you would have the use
word-9595 man: " If you had health, you would have the use
word-9630 man: " If you had health, you would have the use
word-9755 But now there are four kinds of men: the first, just
word-9765 just mentioned, who need no law, of whom St. Paul says,
word-9802 can do, only because they firmly trust that God' s favor
word-9815 rests upon them in all things. The second class want to
word-10046 decorations, with reading, praying, fasting, singing, adorning of churches, organ playing,
word-10063 commanded and observed in monastic houses and churches, until they also
word-10176 of faith. So St. Paul teaches, Romans xiv: " Him that
word-10205 them that are under the law, I became as under the
word-10211 them that are under the law, I became as under the
word-10311 give it for me and thee."
word-10329 Christian through his faith; and yet, because the others do not
word-10535 be gently and gradually led back again to faith, as a
word-10548 is treated, and must be allowed for a time, for their
word-10555 a time, for their conscience sake, to cling to some works
word-10681 help doing? Answer: This question shows that you still regard faith
word-10821 of all our sins." And Wisdom xv: " For if we
word-10841 For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again."
word-10935 kindness is ever before mine eyes, and I have trusted in
word-11092 is the work of faith, firmly grounded in God' s grace.
word-11283 in Him God holds before thee and offers thee His mercy
word-11286 in Him God holds before thee and offers thee His mercy
word-11300 own, and from such a view of His grace must thou
word-11321 sins. Faith, therefore, does not begin with works, neither do they
word-11353 these that God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He
word-11356 in Him God holds before thee and offers thee His mercy
word-11372 heart also must in its turn grow sweet and kindly affectioned
word-11376 these that God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He
word-11397 in Him God holds before thee and offers thee His mercy
word-11423 but always when men have heard the Gospel of Christ and
word-11468 and honey, as Moses says, Deuteronomy xxxii.
word-11508 the works farther through the following Commandments.
word-11570 no greater work than to praise, preach, sing and in every
word-11585 God' s glory, honor and Name.
word-11591 And although I have said above, and it is true, that
word-11645 as in the body the members do not differ when compared
word-11652 not differ when compared with health, and health works in the
word-11664 as much as in the other; yet the works of the
word-11670 as in the body the members do not differ when compared
word-11682 as much as in the other; yet the works of the
word-11808 i: " Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence through good works
word-11932 glorify, preach and praise His Name. And indeed it is impossible
word-12000 See now, how many kinds of good works a man
word-12083 urging and stirring up to praise, honor, and bless God, and
word-12199 will be for ever praising Thee." So also David says in
word-12289 to do, as have the saints in heaven.
word-12336 well, or with entire confidence calls upon Him when he fares
word-12353 and more acceptable work than another, who fasts much, prays much,
word-12362 prays much, endows churches, makes pilgrimages, and burdens himself with great
word-12485 well, or with entire confidence calls upon Him when he fares
word-12624 that the Apostle St. Paul dare say boldly, Romans ii, that
word-12758 short, there is nothing good back of them. Thus also Isaiah
word-12887 For who can praise Him perfectly for the gift of natural
word-12919 overwhelmed with good and precious works; if he do these in
word-12991 avoid all temporal honor and praise, and never to seek a
word-13019 of him; which is an exceedingly dangerous sin, and yet the
word-13089 virtue, and this makes it exceedingly dangerous for those who do
word-13137 this striving after praise and honor; in them men are taught
word-13165 this striving after praise and honor; in them men are taught
word-13202 this vice and with one mind conclude that it is the
word-13224 vices are practised in evil works; only honor and self- satisfaction
word-13373 subtilty, for it is not accomplished in the coarse flesh, but
word-13412 so be induced to do good. For there are many who
word-13493 shame and the love of honor; they have, and are to
word-13844 pleasure in them. Here the saying of Solomon holds: " As
word-13856 in the furnace proveth the gold, so man is proved by
word-14105 it, but with all our powers forbid it and flee from
word-14106 but with all our powers forbid it and flee from it
word-14124 XXIV. Hence it comes that God frequently
word-14166 who otherwise could not have kept himself from this great vice
word-14234 also misuses all that is good.
word-14294 against which no man can sufficiently speak and no man can
word-14300 against which no man can sufficiently speak and no man can
word-14406 way that I have commanded you." And Deuteronomy xii: " Thou
word-14408 I have commanded you." And Deuteronomy xii: " Thou shalt not
word-14420 is right in thine own eyes, but what thy God has
word-14427 what thy God has commanded thee."
word-14457 men to be good and right, and to turn men, with
word-14460 good and right, and to turn men, with a single mind,
word-14498 be for a sign unto thee upon thine hand, and for
word-14556 we understand them aright, we dare not for a moment be
word-14573 other works. But the evil spirit, who never rests, when he
word-14605 against which God has commanded, Deuteronomy xxviii, and Joshua xxiii, "
word-14642 God' s Name in every need. For this God regards as
word-14666 God' s Name in every need. For this God regards as
word-14678 sends us so much trouble, suffering, adversity and even death, and
word-14721 holy Name, and thus to fulfil this work of the Second
word-14820 Psalm liv: " Thou hast delivered me out of all trouble,
word-14972 written, Psalm xci, " A thousand shall fall on the left
word-14981 written, Psalm xci, " A thousand shall fall on the left
word-15022 are good times, than when war, pestilence, sicknesses and all manner
word-15068 much peace, as he says, Deuteronomy xxxii " My people is
word-15135 when He sends us all kinds of misfortune: so exceedingly careful
word-15139 all kinds of misfortune: so exceedingly careful is He of us,
word-15161 call upon His Name, to gain confidence and faith toward Him,
word-15170 toward Him, and so to fulfil the first two Commandments.
word-15185 into danger, and especially the work- righteous saints, and those who
word-15298 for that which should be sought and found in God alone,
word-15305 found in God alone, through naught but a pure faith and
word-15322 and calling upon His holy Name.
word-15431 lamentable and pitiable that the devil or man, who commands nothing
word-15482 lamentable and pitiable that the devil or man, who commands nothing
word-15494 who is a wicked, lying spirit, keeps faith with all those
word-15544 relies upon his money and possessions, and they help him; and
word-15673 world, the third the evil spirit, by which three we are
word-15762 is no way we can overcome them, except only by calling
word-15938 the sins which have been almost exclusively preached and proclaimed under
word-16242 first of all resist all wrong, where truth or righteousness suffers
word-16252 suffers violence or need, and dare make no distinction of persons,
word-16277 done to the rich, the powerful, and their own friends; but
word-16299 their own enemy, they are quiet and patient. These see the
word-16374 done to the rich, the powerful, and their own friends; but
word-16376 the rich, the powerful, the learned and one' s own friends,
word-16385 own friends, and can in turn enjoy their protection and be
word-16410 is done to popes, kings, princes, bishops and other big- wigs.
word-16411 done to popes, kings, princes, bishops and other big- wigs. Here
word-16429 where there is no great need. O how sly is here
word-16546 needy; deliver the poor and rid the forsaken out of the
word-16623 the greater portion of the powerful, rich and friends do injustice
word-16626 of the powerful, rich and friends do injustice and oppress the
word-16663 the truth, we should at least confess it, and do what
word-16743 neglecting them, and regarding his possessions, honor, favor and friends more
word-16747 his possessions, honor, favor and friends more than the truth (
word-16806 how in every place men act so very rashly and lightly
word-16947 poor; and those who were unwilling to help Him and have
word-17065 XXXI. It also belongs to this work to resist
word-17141 and whose power they use, saying that Christ said of them,
word-17367 Oh, if we were God- fearing
word-17549 the works and words, and held them up to God' s
word-17681 I fear, openly worship the devil as a god; so completely
word-17693 the spiritual authorities and the learned lack all understanding in these
word-17699 lack all understanding in these things. It is high time that
word-17713 earnestly that He hallow His Name. But it will cost blood,
word-17856 our attitude toward God in works; and it is the first
word-17864 is the first and right table of Moses, on which these
word-17866 first and right table of Moses, on which these three Commandments
word-17930 going to mass, praying, and hearing a sermon on holy days.
word-17945 very few works in this Commandment; and these, if they are
word-17969 nothing, as was said above. Hence it would also be a
word-18010 what with loafing, gluttony, and drunkenness, gambling and other evil deeds;
word-18035 is spoken without faith. It almost happens that men think it
word-18052 at the mass with our eyes, hear the preaching with our
word-18062 our ears, and say the prayers with our mouths. It is
word-18110 Although in this matter the bishops and priests, or they to
word-18466 here bequeathed and given me"? Oh, how many masses there are
word-18527 mercy, and desire to be rid of his sins; or, if
word-18564 times no open sinner was allowed to be present at the
word-18646 good friend has presented a thousand and more gulden. Although Christ
word-18699 give thanks nor love nor praise, remain parched and hard, and
word-18881 thus strengthened against all the temptation of sin, whether past, or
word-18906 has instituted, in which His Christians shall assemble, exercise themselves and
word-19088 our times to be a bishop, pastor and preacher; for no
word-19126 give account for so many souls who must perish because of
word-19153 or beads, but fixing our mind upon some pressing need, desire
word-19195 brethren and says: " Dear brethren, you shall by no means
word-19266 would not be good for you."
word-19394 shall surely have them." And Luke xi: " Ask, and it
word-19523 V. Who is so hard and stone- like, that such
word-19547 and gladly? But how many prayers must be reformed, if we
word-19567 indeed, all churches and monastic houses are full of praying and
word-19571 monastic houses are full of praying and singing, but how does
word-19573 are full of praying and singing, but how does it happen
word-19699 this unbelief, the state of mind most opposed to the exercise
word-19934 the left nor to the right, that is, neither with unbelief
word-20027 was said, they cannot be good.
word-20041 believe that my prayer is heard and accepted?" I answer: For
word-20093 it to God, and so begin with a weak spark of
word-20203 you do not believe as firmly as you ought and wish,
word-20468 that if he will he can, while working, speak with God
word-20507 is what the Lord means, Luke xviii, when He says, "
word-20629 no time now to speak more. For this belongs to the
word-20632 to speak more. For this belongs to the Lord' s Prayer,
word-20705 mouth is easy, or at least considered easy, but with earnestness
word-20763 men with all his powers. Oh, how often will he here
word-20898 infinite Majesty; in no wise dare he trust his worthiness, or
word-21111 says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou art my refuge in all trouble
word-21122 says, Psalm xxxii: " Thou art my refuge in all trouble
word-21177 a Christian shall keep in mind the short- comings or excesses
word-21201 groaning, as woefully as he can, as to his faithful Father,
word-21399 and believe that you are heard and shall obtain help and
word-21412 go forward into the Second Table of the Commandments, and see
word-21665 faith, hope, love, humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace, righteousness, unless you
word-21732 run from Him, and are unwilling to come back before we
word-21735 and are unwilling to come back before we are well, exactly
word-21779 is greater than the bodily need. Such plan and counsel is
word-21865 first to purify themselves, are unwilling to be in need of
word-21885 a God Who gives to everyone and takes nothing in return.
word-21912 But the prayer which really belongs to this Commandment and is
word-21974 thou see to it, that prayers and intercessions be made for
word-21996 that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all
word-22033 Israel to pray for the city and land of Babylon, because
word-22056 for the life of the king of Babylon and for the
word-22083 is precious and the most powerful, and it is for its
word-22176 faith and confidence. Where such prayers are not made in the
word-22207 of Prayer, which coming together shows that we should make common
word-22230 and so distribute them that everyone prays only for himself, and
word-22423 Oh, if God granted that any
word-22432 that any congregation at all heard mass and prayed in this
word-22457 up to God, what immeasurable virtue and help would result from
word-22489 earth, whereby so many pious souls would be preserved, so many
word-22553 monastic houses, making music, reading, singing, observing many masses, and multiplying
word-22758 Gomorrah, etc., Genesis xviii, and accomplished so much, that if there
word-22804 James also says: " Dear brethren, pray for one another, that
word-22808 Dear brethren, pray for one another, that ye may be saved.
word-23071 it. Your only reason for praying is that you are commanded
word-23239 which no earthly lord has done.
word-23395 love, obedience, chastity and every virtue languish, and all manner of
word-23561 tears, chapter lxiv: " Thou art angry with us, and there
word-23582 himself to take hold of Thee." Likewise, Ezekiel xxii: " I
word-23587 Likewise, Ezekiel xxii: " I sought for a man among them,
word-23651 us to withstand Him and turn away His anger from one
word-23657 away His anger from one another, as it is frequently written
word-23666 frequently written of the Prophet Moses, that he restrained God, lest
word-23738 and regard themselves and are regarded as pious Christians? These truly
word-23788 who blasphemed Him in His suffering, weakness and need; also by
word-23820 nay, how insane have we Christians become! When will there be
word-23948 spiritual and many times worse Turks, these are themselves the very
word-23963 such Turks and of the devil host, just as Judas was
word-23985 to be an apostle, a bishop, a priest, one of the
word-24060 contents, and none the less worry about the wolf in the
word-24217 captains, not only against the Turks, but also against the devils
word-24225 against the devils and the powers of hell. But if you
word-24252 captains, not only against the Turks, but also against the devils
word-24340 of those who suffer bodily need. Therefore take heed: our own
word-24555 the seventh day should be kept holy and that we cease
word-24588 the other days are called work- days; the Sunday is called
word-24624 Our Lady and of the Saints were all transferred to Sunday;
word-24644 the other days are called work- days; the Sunday is called
word-24714 of which we have spoken above, namely, that we omit our
word-24905 holy- day, and have no work- day, but for them one
word-25166 in us. This is not accomplished with comfortable, pleasant days, but
word-25192 between the spirit and the flesh; here the spirit resists anger,
word-25198 here the spirit resists anger, lust, pride, while the flesh wants
word-25286 alone work in us, is accomplished in two ways. First, through
word-25348 not thine own desires." And Moses, Deuteronomy xii: " Thou shalt
word-25349 thine own desires." And Moses, Deuteronomy xii: " Thou shalt not
word-25371 make daily use of those prayers which David prays: " Lord,
word-25505 there was no way, no food, no drink, no help. Therefore
word-25534 with manna from heaven, and kept their garments and shoes that
word-25573 for there is nothing more perilous in us than our reason
word-25631 seem to be spiritual and good.
word-25637 XIX. After this comes the discipline of the flesh, to kill
word-25646 to kill its gross, evil lust, to give it rest and
word-25658 This we must kill and quiet with fasting, watching and labor,
word-25708 works, intending by them to gain much merit. Far blinder still
word-25737 by the nature of the food, thinking that it is of
word-25842 themselves full; some fast by eating fish and other foods so
word-25893 Therefore I allow everyone to choose his day, food
word-25920 but have regard to his flesh; let him put upon it
word-25933 and labor according to its lust and wantonness, and no more,
word-25942 no more, although pope, Church, bishop, father- confessor or any one
word-25972 character or quantity of the food, or according to the days,
word-25987 and labor according to its lust and wantonness, and no more,
word-26020 it were not for this lust, eating were as meritorious as
word-26021 were not for this lust, eating were as meritorious as fasting,
word-26059 arose in his flesh from eating fish than from eating eggs
word-26063 arose in his flesh from eating fish than from eating eggs
word-26080 if he find that his head becomes confused and crazed or
word-26122 as is necessary for his health, regardless whether it be against
word-26203 to the killing of the lust, so that through it the
word-26215 if he find that his head becomes confused and crazed or
word-26248 his order. He will be regarded as a man who takes
word-26305 great that we could not sufficiently resist it without ruin and
word-26315 and harm to the natural life. For, as has been said,
word-26350 the number, not on the food, but only on the wanton
word-26382 wisely or foolishly some women act when they are with child,
word-26402 the foolish women cling so firmly to their fasting that they
word-26484 also the sick should be allowed to eat and to drink
word-26511 reason for fasting, watching, laboring, eating this or that, has already
word-26550 killing the wantonness of the flesh; for the roguish Adam is
word-26556 for the roguish Adam is exceedingly tricky in looking for permission
word-26638 against offending those who, not sufficiently informed, regard it a great
word-26658 they do. These we must kindly instruct, and not haughtily despise,
word-26725 XXII. The second form of discipline which we receive at the
word-26741 men or devils cause us suffering, as when our property is
word-26788 according to His purity and chastity, not according to the wantonness
word-26796 to the wantonness of our flesh; for God' s work is
word-26802 for God' s work is wisdom and purity, our work is
word-26849 to the wantonness of our flesh; for God' s work is
word-26970 this mean? He sends us suffering and trouble that He may
word-27002 trained, becomes so peaceful and quiet that he is not disturbed,
word-27067 troubles him; but God Himself leads him, there is naught but
word-27071 Himself leads him, there is naught but godly pleasure, joy and
word-27124 no more precious things than suffering, dying, and all manner of
word-27240 ( for nature is very unwilling to die and to suffer,
word-27321 He has given us a powerful, strong example of it, His
word-27357 and was the first to fulfil this Commandment, although He needed
word-27377 that we also in all suffering and death should be quiet
word-27382 suffering and death should be quiet and have peace. Since, as
word-27417 of our Adam, which is perfectly accomplished only through natural death
word-27418 our Adam, which is perfectly accomplished only through natural death and
word-27456 which all his works are done. These, therefore, must be slain
word-27590 Third, and the Third in turn drives through the Second up
word-27646 third, to worship by praying, hearing God' s Word, thinking of
word-27723 second rest of the Third Commandment; by this faith is very
word-27785 of the Third Commandment. Here suffering contains faith, that it must
word-27801 and praise it in such suffering, and so it comes through
word-27825 the Name of God and praise, faith grows, and becomes conscious
word-27939 say: " Our Father, Who art in heaven"; these are the
word-27989 and honor be glorified, and calls upon it in every need,
word-28043 own kingdom, as He says, Luke xvii, " Behold, God' s
word-28054 is nowhere else except within you." The fourth petition is "
word-28074 may keep and have the Seven Commandments of the Second Table,
word-28121 because they seek only what belongs to God; all the others
word-28154 hasty explanation of the First Table of Moses, pointing out to
word-28156 of the First Table of Moses, pointing out to simple folk
word-28171 The Second Table follows.
word-28272 does not know that to curse is a greater sin than
word-28300 any one else? Thus these seven Commandments teach us how we
word-28392 they need it, that we provide them with food, clothing and
word-28395 that we provide them with food, clothing and shelter. For not
word-28423 although this also must be done. But honor is higher than
word-28485 near to it all the more. Such a fear mingled with
word-28495 with love is the true honor; the other fear without any
word-28667 do otherwise; and thereby it finds occasion to despise its parents,
word-28681 them, or to do worse things. There love and fear depart,
word-28887 made subject to other men. Hence it comes that obedience is
word-28898 so highly praised and all virtue and good works are included
word-28929 and passes for a real honor; that is, when a child
word-29016 to the first three Commandments; hence also they cannot see what
word-29045 for worldly honors, pleasure and possessions, that they may by all
word-29076 s Commandment secretly comes to naught while all seems good, and
word-29108 and they do like the king Manasseh, who sacrificed his own
word-29197 O how perilous it is to be a
word-29214 and blood are supreme! For, truly, the knowledge and fulfilment of
word-29232 Commandments depends altogether upon this Commandment; since parents are commanded to
word-29389 is to be more highly regarded than the parents. But training
word-29637 are rare; for it is hard not to delight in great
word-29739 certain that He cares for you." It is a sign that
word-29871 imprisoned, sick, strangers, than the souls of your own children? with
word-29965 to despise temporal things, to bear misfortune calmly, and not to
word-29977 death nor to love this life.
word-30205 to keep in body and soul, and would serve God in
word-30240 and daily only invent more pilgrimages, elevations of saints, indulgence- fairs.
word-30302 themselves with fasting, praying, making pilgrimages, and do all manner of
word-30349 by that word of Christ, Luke xxiii, " Ye daughters of
word-30415 they might have been saved. Truly, these words ought to open
word-30432 may have regard to the souls of their children, so that
word-30505 that the children may become humble and meek.
word-30707 to this work, things are almost worse than with regard to
word-30763 does not see now; they act toward their subjects like the
word-30892 they should properly manage the endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools,
word-30904 earnestly maintain worship in them, provide for the young people, boys
word-31081 I will here refrain from saying more; we see more of
word-31140 a bishop who would zealously provide for all these classes, supervise,
word-31154 be faithful as he ought, truly, one city would be too
word-31156 as he ought, truly, one city would be too much for
word-31178 as he ought, truly, one city would be too much for
word-31181 estate, each city had a bishop, although the smallest part of
word-31244 Meanwhile may he help who can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes
word-31246 he help who can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools
word-31276 he help who can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools
word-31278 the number of endowments, monastic houses and schools, where they cannot
word-31370 that those times shall be perilous in which such authorities shall
word-31419 certain that no man, neither bishop, nor pope, nor angel, may
word-31544 been founded to God' s service far and wide; whereby not
word-31777 been founded for God' s service in our lands, or has
word-31786 or has been ordained to provide for our children, must be
word-31792 for our children, must be allowed to do its work in
word-31816 Since then bishops and spiritual prelates stand idle
word-31872 the courtesans and those who bear letters from Rome about their
word-31968 Lo! these are the true Turks, whom the kings, princes and
word-32056 as our highest father; and yet, since they have gone mad
word-32135 are entirely useless, since Roman wisdom has contrived the device that
word-32197 contrary to God and the law, and by it the doors
word-32208 are locked against the Holy Spirit, Who should rule the councils.
word-32228 only remedy remaining, if kings, princes, nobility, cities and communities themselves
word-32244 for reformation, so that the bishops and clergy, who now are
word-32282 nor earth can command or forbid anything. And the ban or
word-32336 the temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus iii,
word-32352 " Submit yourselves to the king as supreme, and to the
word-32466 government does injustice, as the King of Babylon did to the
word-32494 evil of the government and curse it, and when a man
word-32538 whether it do right or wrong, cannot harm the soul, but
word-32542 or wrong, cannot harm the soul, but only the body and
word-32593 or wrong, cannot harm the soul, but only the body and
word-32598 or wrong, cannot harm the soul, but only the body and
word-32602 the soul, although it inflicts loss upon the body and property;
word-32611 whether it do right or wrong, cannot harm the soul, but
word-32615 or wrong, cannot harm the soul, but only the body and
word-32619 the soul, although it should gain all the world' s wealth.
word-32685 not only when it does wrong, but also when it neglects
word-32723 when it does not do right, and not resist the temporal
word-32844 sight, and far too slightly regarded by Him, that for its
word-32850 by Him, that for its sake, whether it do right or
word-32856 whether it do right or wrong, we should resist, become disobedient
word-32882 far too precious in His eyes, that the very least of
word-32886 His eyes, that the very least of Christians should endure and
word-32888 that the very least of Christians should endure and keep silent,
word-32956 against which no one can sufficiently guard and protect himself. Here
word-33125 is famine, the third is war, the fourth is all manner
word-33168 but also in honor, discipline, virtue and the soul' s salvation.
word-33190 and wicked rulers bring to naught everything that has to do
word-33237 it is a far nobler virtue to endure wrong to one'
word-33313 did not wish to make war, however just his cause might
word-33332 benefit than harm, or at least that the harm would not
word-33351 with a golden net; the loss risked is always greater than
word-33419 will. So also a prince leads a multitude with him and
word-33429 and must not walk and act as he wills, but as
word-33437 wills, but as the multitude can, considering their need and advantage
word-33497 bridges; he will not drive long, all will go to smash.
word-33576 and statutes: there actual experience teaches, here untried and uncertain words.
word-33608 of the horrible gluttony and drunkenness, not only because of the
word-33637 could well live, no little loss of temporal wealth has come
word-33693 Secondly, to forbid the excessive cost of clothing,
word-33744 the Crucified, and who should bear the Cross after Him and
word-33788 that praise and fame are sought thereby, this is indeed an
word-33982 an unchristian sight, that public houses of sin are maintained among
word-34021 and custom ought to be sought for by both the spiritual
word-34399 plague sent of God. And truly, this is the one work
word-34424 do this thing or the other; they have enough to do
word-34467 they would by their works gain much merit, but that they
word-34530 faith and confidence more and more. For, as has now been
word-34597 possible that everything be done perfectly at all times among any
word-34750 of men, such as making pilgrimages, building churches, seeking indulgence, and
word-34890 rule their subjects well, deal kindly with them, and do everything
word-35045 is the right road that leads him to heaven."
word-35049 Oh, if a man were so
word-35138 in Proverbs i, that divine wisdom crieth out her commandments publicly
word-35423 prince desired to go to war, and his cause was manifestly
word-35459 Likewise, if he bade us bear false witness, steal, lie or
word-35539 that pride be prevented. The following Commandments deal with the passions
word-35546 deal with the passions and lust of men, that these also
word-35604 splendor, and there is nothing back of it. This we practice
word-35612 This we practice toward our friends and those who do us
word-35640 words nor with deeds. Such meekness irrational animals have, lions and
word-35648 have, lions and snakes, Jews, Turks, knaves, murderers, bad women. These
word-35747 words nor with deeds. Such meekness irrational animals have, lions and
word-35757 The second form of meekness is good through and through,
word-35781 not revenge itself, does not curse nor revile, does not speak
word-35804 taken away goods, honor, life, friends and everything. Nay, where it
word-35850 that persecute you and revile you." And Paul, Romans xii: "
word-35858 not revenge itself, does not curse nor revile, does not speak
word-35864 not revenge itself, does not curse nor revile, does not speak
word-35891 now everywhere prevails except strife, war, quarreling, anger, hatred, envy, back-
word-35911 angry works and words; and yet, with all this, we have
word-35949 we were the most holy Christians there ever were. And so
word-35986 how far he be from meekness and the fulfilment of this
word-35992 and the fulfilment of this Commandment; although God has said, that
word-36014 Commandments, shall enter into eternal life.
word-36137 train his heart to think kindly of his enemy, wish him
word-36182 to do all his life long, he may convict me of
word-36378 the law imposes. Here the act seems to be one of
word-36391 harshness. So thoroughly good is meekness that even in such works
word-36448 meekest man on earth, and yet, when the Jews had worshiped
word-36499 we say nothing. My own possessions, my honor, my injury, I
word-36633 this, but it presents a long, mighty exercise of good works
word-36664 it is called purity, or chastity, of which much is written
word-36731 indecent words, tales and ditties, temptation to which is daily increased
word-36740 daily increased through gluttony and drunkenness, idleness and frippery. Yet we
word-36778 think our whole duty is done.
word-36800 do with this one; so perilous and raging a vice is
word-36824 in the seeing of our eyes, in the hearing of our
word-36827 of our eyes, in the hearing of our ears, in the
word-36931 seldom prevails. This all the saints have wept over and lamented,
word-36981 temperance over against gluttony and drunkenness, to watching and early rising
word-37002 temperance over against gluttony and drunkenness, to watching and early rising
word-37029 hand, the holy Apostle Paul calls fasting, watching and labor godly
word-37046 but, as has been said above, these exercises must do no
word-37054 must do no more than overcome unchastity, and not pervert nature.
word-37077 God; namely, that when evil lust stirs, a man flee to
word-37223 be arranged so as to fulfil the work of this Commandment
word-37235 purify us daily more and more.
word-37264 neither associate nor talk with members of the opposite sex, nor
word-37309 are needful to him for chastity, in what quantity and how
word-37349 up to be controlled by another, who may hold him to
word-37372 purpose for which the monastic houses were established of old, to
word-37381 old, to teach young people discipline and purity.
word-37401 more noticeably so than in almost any other; so that for
word-37403 so than in almost any other; so that for this reason
word-37553 if we are not soon rid of the temptation, nor by
word-37697 without evil lust; but that everyone shall and must daily fight
word-37740 they make an end of temptation by yielding to it, only
word-37769 more strength another time, and finds the nature weaker than before.
word-37879 every one seeks his own gain through the other' s loss,
word-37908 to them." If every one kept this rule before his eyes
word-37984 before God, but also be overcome with dread and fear for
word-37997 miserable life, which is so exceedingly overburdened, entangled and taken captive
word-38038 who does not run after gold, and has not set his
word-38089 who notice and recognise such lust for gold in themselves. For
word-38142 matter keep himself clean, must truly, as he says, do miracles
word-38153 or wondrous things in his life.
word-38199 that he run not after gold, nor set his trust on
word-38252 that he run not after gold, nor set his trust on
word-38277 upon them." So Christ also teaches, Matthew vi, that we shall
word-38312 have need of all these things.
word-38410 Now the birds fly without worry and greed, and so we
word-38420 Now the birds fly without worry and greed, and so we
word-38427 Now the birds fly without worry and greed, and so we
word-38440 Now the birds fly without worry and greed, and so we
word-38450 see whether you will thereby fulfil God' s Commandment and be
word-38586 begging bread." Therefore the Apostle calls no other sin idolatry except
word-38596 except covetousness, because this sin shows most plainly that it does
word-38788 to our friends? As Christ teaches, Luke vi, even a wicked
word-38789 our friends? As Christ teaches, Luke vi, even a wicked man
word-38866 it will be found how hard it is to do good
word-38960 not help him when you can, it is just the same
word-39052 lands be debarred, or at least allowed only under restrictions and
word-39053 be debarred, or at least allowed only under restrictions and rules,
word-39125 and limb, goods and honor, friends and all that he has;
word-39267 of gain, some to avoid loss or shame, thereby seeking their
word-39346 I fear no court is held and no suit tried but
word-39465 of gain, some to avoid loss or shame, thereby seeking their
word-39483 must perish. And this is almost universally the way of the
word-39617 among men, whom it is hard to resist, must oppose and
word-39633 written in Psalm lxxxii, " Rid the poor out of the
word-39715 them. For this reason the devil also does not stir, since
word-39748 be stirred up and be heard again, without doubt the whole
word-39767 greater portion of the kings, princes, bishops, doctors and clergy, and
word-39938 to confess it and to bear witness to it? But when
word-39973 lose goods, honor, favor and life.
word-40127 persecuted for the truth' s sake, and fear God more than
word-40155 as it is written of Moses, Hebrews xi, that he stood
word-40163 that he stood by his brethren, regardless of the mighty king
word-40168 brethren, regardless of the mighty king of Egypt.
word-40412 which are not commanded, are perilous and easily known: such as
word-40423 building churches, beautifying them, making pilgrimages, and all that is written
word-40473 to do with all his powers to keep the Commandments of
word-40519 The last two Commandments, which forbid evil desires of the body
word-40616 inclination, especially when occasion and temptation were offered. For original sin
word-40629 inclination, especially when occasion and temptation were offered. For original sin
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word-35 upon the Church. In the course of a conscientious performance of
word-101 was obliged to preach only occasionally in the convent, apart from
word-136 and direct the congregation at Wittenberg on the true way to
word-248 can be seen from the complete manuscript, published since 1885, and
word-298 Luther' s first literary works to appear in print
word-319 of his office in the Wittenberg congregation. He had no other
word-320 his office in the Wittenberg congregation. He had no other object
word-369 against Indulgences. These were indeed intended as controversial theses for theologians,
word-432 Grace, occasioned by Tetzel' s attack and delivered in the latter
word-455 against Indulgences. These were indeed intended as controversial theses for theologians,
word-458 his office in the Wittenberg congregation. He had no other object
word-543 necessary rebuttal from his paramount duty, the edification of the congregation.
word-548 his office in the Wittenberg congregation. He had no other object
word-628 of the sermons of 1517); Brief Explanation of the Ten Commandments;
word-633 Brief Explanation of the Ten Commandments; Instruction concerning certain Articles, which
word-635 of the Ten Commandments; Instruction concerning certain Articles, which might be
word-649 of the sermons of 1517); Brief Explanation of the Ten Commandments;
word-669 of the sermons of 1517); Brief Explanation of the Ten Commandments;
word-792 against Indulgences. These were indeed intended as controversial theses for theologians,
word-832 came from George Spalatin, court- preacher to the Elector, who reminded
word-841 who reminded Luther of a promise he had given, still Luther
word-865 sermon to his congregation he occasionally had made a similar promise
word-870 who reminded Luther of a promise he had given, still Luther
word-902 for his congregation on this important topic.
word-926 of a sermon for his congregation. On March 25. he wrote
word-963 of its completion at an early date, and on June 8.
word-998 printer' s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther.
word-1042 printer' s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther.
word-1071 I know of a great many, and must hear it daily,
word-1105 untaught laity, I will not permit that to move me. Would
word-1167 at all will I be ashamed of preaching and writing German
word-1226 dedicating the book to a member of the reigning house. Princes
word-1342 promoted by his doctrine of justification by faith alone. Before 1517
word-1345 doctrine of justification by faith alone. Before 1517 the rumor had
word-1354 had already spread that Luther intended to do away with good
word-1388 promoted by his doctrine of justification by faith alone. Before 1517
word-1411 dedicating the book to a member of the reigning house. Princes
word-1436 works depended on an evangelical understanding of faith, as deep as
word-1547 had opposed the doctrine of justification by love and its good
word-1629 Of Good Works to a member of the Electoral house. At
word-1665 Luther expressed himself on the important question of good works in
word-1691 the contents shows that the book, in the course of its
word-1694 that the book, in the course of its production, attained a
word-1719 a new numeration of sections begins with the argument on the
word-1784 being fundamental, is the more important part. Luther well knew of
word-1870 but the so- called self- elected works, such as " running
word-1879 running to the convent, singing, reading, playing the organ, saying the
word-1974 perfectly clear what is the essence of good works. Whenever the
word-1980 perfectly clear what is the essence of good works. Whenever the
word-2008 good works are not self- elected works of monastic or any
word-2034 bounds of one' s particular calling, and all works, let their
word-2050 become good only when they flow from faith, the first, greatest,
word-2066 6:29.) In this connection the essence of faith, that only source
word-2079 truly good works, must of course be rightly understood. It is
word-2107 His mercy, even though He appears angry and puts sufferings and
word-2148 mercy, as though He would condemn and show His wrath eternally."
word-2216 as little as does the husband or the wife, who only
word-2250 are to do, to leave undone, to say, to leave unsaid,
word-2359 and that, nor does it require this and that; it forbids
word-2364 require this and that; it forbids but one thing, unbelief; it
word-2367 that; it forbids but one thing, unbelief; it requires but one
word-2373 that; it forbids but one thing, unbelief; it requires but one
word-2430 not dispense his grace and kindness gratis."
word-2433 This understanding of faith and good works,
word-2500 are self- elected, do not flow from faith, and are done
word-2517 This brings us to the end of
word-2541 to speak only on the essence of good works and their
word-2548 good works and their fundamental relation to faith; he would show,
word-2656 applied his oft repeated words concerning the relation of faith to
word-2658 oft repeated words concerning the relation of faith to good works
word-2666 oft repeated words concerning the relation of faith to good works
word-2731 Third Commandment, namely, " to observe divine services with prayer and
word-2747 incline the imagination of our hearts toward God' s benefits, and,
word-2805 should be an exercise and proof of faith, Luther especially mentions
word-2839 and the latter by an important fundamental discussion of the New
word-2848 the New Testament conception of Sabbath rest.
word-2904 the common civil sphere. The various duties issue from the various
word-2909 the common civil sphere. The various duties issue from the various
word-2920 the duties of one' s calling, with the help of God
word-2978 unto the Church, the spiritual mother, as it is due to
word-3016 godliness and discipline, like a mother who runs away from her
word-3045 contrary to God. In this case members of the Church must
word-3053 the Church must do as godly children do whose parents have
word-3089 that the bishops and the clergy, who are now too timid,
word-3127 away with the rude " gluttony and drunkenness," luxury in clothing,
word-3163 Luther, at last, briefly treats of the Second Table
word-3174 of the Commandments, but in speaking of the works of these
word-3185 Commandments he never forgets to point out their relation to faith,
word-3188 forgets to point out their relation to faith, thus holding fast
word-3211 not doubt that God is gracious, he says, will find it
word-3377 into the importance of the book, we note that Luther' s
word-3398 long before its completion— as early as March 25.— that he
word-3415 into the importance of the book, we note that Luther' s
word-3452 the prevalent urging of self- elected works of monkish holiness, which
word-3462 which had arisen from a complete misunderstanding of the so- called
word-3536 the abandoning of one' s earthly calling, but the faithful keeping
word-3537 abandoning of one' s earthly calling, but the faithful keeping of
word-3548 the Ten Commandments in the course of one' s calling, is
word-3552 abandoning of one' s earthly calling, but the faithful keeping of
word-3583 Commandments referred only to the outward work always especially mentioned, Luther'
word-3621 to recognize only the extreme point and manifestation of a whole
word-3658 to recognize only the extreme point and manifestation of a whole
word-3684 His will in its full extent as the heart has perceived
word-3697 this thought may have been occasionally expressed in the expositions of
word-3765 upon faith its form, its content and its worth before God,
word-3796 victorious certainty carried out the thought, that it is true faith
word-3815 upon faith its form, its content and its worth before God,
word-3858 the discovery of a new world, though it was no more
word-3876 of the New Testament Scriptures concerning the way of salvation. This,
word-3903 before, that the doctrine of justification by faith alone resulted in
word-3964 spiritual powers and to abolish various abuses in civil life, marks
word-4015 that the Monk of Witttenberg, coming from the narrow limits of
word-4066 the heart, but rather produces courage in the truth and sympathy
word-4105 editions; these were followed by six more editions between the years
word-4211 Church. The seeking after self- elected works, the indolence regarding the
word-4262 in the works of your earthly calling as commanded of God,
word-4357 Prince and Lord, I have wished to show my humble respect
word-4386 disposal; but I have always considered my powers too feeble to
word-4401 being offered to your princely Grace.
word-4402 Since, however, my most gracious Lord
word-4432 but graciously accepted my slight book, dedicated to his electoral Grace,
word-4450 my intention, I have taken courage from his gracious example and
word-4478 of you, especially in gracious kindness and good will. I have
word-4500 humble offering which I have felt more need of publishing than
word-4558 Christ has commanded us to watch carefully for the sheep' s
word-4602 goodness, and without it are mere color, show and deceit.
word-4621 who think slightingly of my poverty, and say that I write
word-4671 satisfied, thank God, and be quite willing then to let all
word-4752 would long since have been cast out of heaven again, and
word-4794 and not be at all ashamed to preach and to write
word-4882 read my sermons. I have freely ministered in the Church of
word-4993 which instruction it was my duty, humbly and with all diligence
word-4994 instruction it was my duty, humbly and with all diligence to
word-4998 duty, humbly and with all diligence to serve you.
word-5001 with all diligence to serve you.
word-5013 that your princely Grace may accept this offering of mine with
word-5017 may accept this offering of mine with a gracious mind, until,
word-5045 at this time I have wished to show how in all
word-5091 I humbly commend myself herewith to your
word-5092 I humbly commend myself herewith to your princely
word-5181 And when the young man asks Him, Matthew xix, what he
word-5196 may inherit eternal life, Christ sets before him naught else but
word-5229 appearance, the magnitude, or the number of the works themselves, nor
word-5288 says, John vi. When the Jews asked Him: " What shall
word-5393 We find many who pray, fast, establish endowments, do this or
word-5491 dead. For as their conscience stands toward God and as it
word-5538 it comes that when I exalt faith and reject such works
word-5572 III. If you ask further, whether they count it also
word-5586 when they work at their trade, walk, stand, eat, drink, sleep,
word-5589 at their trade, walk, stand, eat, drink, sleep, and do all
word-5591 trade, walk, stand, eat, drink, sleep, and do all kinds of
word-5731 ointment. Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the
word-5828 if we can comfort our hearts before Him and have a
word-5835 Him and have a good confidence. And if our heart condemns
word-5857 have confidence, that whatsoever we ask, we shall receive of Him,
word-5879 in His sight." Again: " Whosoever is born of God, that
word-5951 forgiven. Behold, then, why I exalt faith so greatly, draw all
word-5967 all works which do not flow from it.
word-5970 IV. Now every one can note
word-5997 if he finds his heart confident that it pleases God, the
word-6099 Turk, a sinner, may also do; but to trust firmly that
word-6120 is enlightened and strengthened by grace.
word-6243 no work except to faith alone. Therefore it is no wonder
word-6262 the blind. And this faith brings with it at once love,
word-6269 it at once love, peace, joy and hope. For God gives
word-6308 you believed the Word of God."
word-6370 without distinction, however numerous and various they are, just as all
word-6395 and without the head no member can live, work and have
word-6465 then do thou as occasion serves thee; for God is with
word-6496 God' s grace, she went home in joy and peace, and
word-6498 grace, she went home in joy and peace, and from that
word-6508 that time no more turned hither and thither," that is, whatever
word-6539 free." For faith does not permit itself to be bound to
word-6603 pleased with each other, and thoroughly believe in their love, who
word-6622 they are to do, leave undone, say, not say, think? Confidence
word-6667 that too with joyful, peaceful, confident hearts, and each is a
word-6677 a free companion of the other. But where there is a
word-6693 what is best; then a distinction of works is imagined whereby
word-6735 often makes a fool of himself.
word-6774 that he may gather many merits and good works, but because
word-6792 please God thereby, and he serves God purely for nothing, content
word-6797 serves God purely for nothing, content that his service pleases God.
word-6841 St. James of Compostella, to Rome, to Jerusalem, hither and yon,
word-6844 Compostella, to Rome, to Jerusalem, hither and yon, prays St. Bridget'
word-6864 and on that, makes confession here, and makes confession there, questions
word-6878 that, and yet finds no peace. He does all this with
word-6886 all this with great effort, despair and disrelish of heart, so
word-6983 VII. In these works faith is
word-6996 and weak; let us ask further, whether they believe that they
word-7055 our senses and reason He appears to be angry; and to
word-7097 the windows"; that is, He stands hidden among the sufferings, which
word-7146 window of dim faith He permits Himself to be seen. And
word-7177 at all, and give up, thinking that God has forsaken them
word-7181 up, thinking that God has forsaken them and is become their
word-7210 all in God. For this reason, too, their suffering is always
word-7250 such suffering trust God and retain a good, firm confidence in
word-7253 God and retain a good, firm confidence in Him, and believe
word-7275 and afflictions nothing but precious merits and the rarest possessions, the
word-7317 cxvi, " Precious in the sight of the Lord is the
word-7422 it were His will to condemn and to be angry eternally.
word-7488 good works know nothing at all. For how could they here
word-7530 have, as I said, always praised faith, and rejected all works
word-7533 said, always praised faith, and rejected all works which are done
word-7576 them to the true, genuine, thoroughly good, believing works. In this
word-7600 hoof, as the Law of Moses decrees; who will suffer no
word-7606 decrees; who will suffer no distinction among good works, but go
word-7618 along: if only they pray, fast, establish endowments, go to confession,
word-7658 all, when they have done many, great and long works without
word-7715 fall, as Christ says, Matthew vii. This good- will and favor,
word-7732 proclaimed by the angels from heaven, when they sang on Christmas
word-7743 " Gloria in excelsis Deo, Glory to God in the highest,
word-7756 IX. Now this is the work
word-7852 in life or death, in joy or sorrow; as the Lord
word-7978 remain, be directed and measured. Compared with this, other works are
word-8061 did not think that He wished to be favorable and to
word-8185 the chief work is not present, without which all the others
word-8194 the others are nothing but mere sham, show and pretence, with
word-8296 all who in adversity run hither and thither, and look for
word-8453 XI. This is what St. Paul
word-8629 the First Commandment are singing, reading, organ- playing, reading the mass,
word-8669 Rome and to the saints. Further, when we are dressed up
word-8730 adulterers and all manner of sinners can do too, and do
word-8853 of such works and have rejected them, because it is as
word-8929 wills that we begin by trusting that grace, and in it
word-8958 keeping the First Commandment with outward works only, and keeping it
word-9051 I say unto thee, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither
word-9125 For since faith knows no distinction among works, such exaltation and
word-9193 the Old Testament, when the Jews left the Temple and sacrificed
word-9234 faith they regard not at all.
word-9241 Where now are they who ask, what works are good; what
word-9249 are good; what they shall do; how they shall be religious?
word-9352 the true God, and none other.
word-9444 how completely all things are included in faith; how he dare
word-9452 how he dare never grow idle, because his very idling must
word-9477 about us and nothing can happen to us but that it
word-9503 So says St. Paul: " Dear brethren, all that ye do,
word-9539 be done in this faith. Likewise, Romans vii: " We know
word-9555 good to the saints of God."
word-9650 be in all works the master- workman and captain, or they
word-9659 or they are nothing at all.
word-9660 XIV. You might say: " Why
word-9681 of the State, and many ceremonies of churches, monastic houses, holy
word-9706 through the First Commandment?" I answer: Simply because we do not
word-9730 we would need no more laws, but every one would of
word-9818 in all things. The second class want to abuse this freedom,
word-9867 freedom of faith does not permit sins, nor will it cover
word-9876 it cover them, but it sets us free to do all
word-9893 endure all things as they happen to us, so that a
word-9943 in all things. The second class want to abuse this freedom,
word-9959 constrained by spiritual and temporal laws, like wild horses and dogs,
word-9980 to death by the worldly sword, as St. Paul says, Romans
word-9992 to death by the worldly sword, as St. Paul says, Romans
word-9994 ruler bears the sword, and serves God with it, not as
word-10020 lusty, and childish in their understanding of faith and of the
word-10043 definite and prescribed decorations, with reading, praying, fasting, singing, adorning of
word-10060 things as are commanded and observed in monastic houses and churches,
word-10079 Although there is great danger here, when the rulers, as is
word-10096 with and insist upon such ceremonies and external works as if
word-10123 these works, just as a mother gives her child other food
word-10142 eat the strong food by itself.
word-10144 XV. Since, then, we are not all
word-10240 to pay, argues with St. Peter, whether the children of kings
word-10280 thou to the sea, and cast an hook, and take up
word-10423 works are, and are now speaking of the highest work, it
word-10465 they do so the first class must endure and instruct them.
word-10500 cannot understand because of the ceremonies to which they cling; we
word-10579 the faith; lest if we try to tear them out so
word-10590 suddenly, their weak consciences be quite shattered and confused, and retain
word-10595 quite shattered and confused, and retain neither faith nor works. But
word-10664 times I fall, and talk, eat, drink and sleep too much,
word-10678 as I cannot help doing? Answer: This question shows that you
word-10710 highest work for this very reason, because it remains and blots
word-10752 which, however, never or rarely happens to those who live in
word-10885 Psalm cxliii: " In thy sight shall no man living be
word-10896 justified"; and he must entirely despair of his works, believing that
word-10921 only for pure grace, favor, kindness and mercy, like David, Psalm
word-10930 only for pure grace, favor, kindness and mercy, like David, Psalm
word-10934 loving kindness is ever before mine eyes, and I have trusted
word-11097 firmly grounded in God' s grace.
word-11102 XVII. But if you ask, where the faith and the
word-11115 be found and whence they come, this it is certainly most
word-11143 from Jesus Christ, and is freely promised and given; as St.
word-11160 His love to us as exceeding sweet and kindly, in that,
word-11217 If while we were yet sinners Christ died for us, how
word-11244 and if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God
word-11257 death of His Son, much more, being reconciled, shall we be
word-11281 see how in Him God holds before thee and offers thee
word-11292 His mercy without any previous merits of thine own, and from
word-11312 faith and confidence of the forgiveness of all thy sins. Faith,
word-11335 it must spring up and flow from the blood, wounds and
word-11362 that He gives even His Son for thee, then thy heart
word-11445 other source must faith still come, even in our day and
word-11466 suck oil and honey, as Moses says, Deuteronomy xxxii.
word-11572 work than to praise, preach, sing and in every way exalt
word-11577 sing and in every way exalt and magnify God' s glory,
word-11618 true only when they are compared with faith and its works.
word-11638 one is higher than the other. Just as in the body
word-11650 true only when they are compared with faith and its works.
word-11676 are different, and one is higher, nobler, more useful than the
word-11685 than the other; so, here also, to praise God' s glory
word-11690 also, to praise God' s glory and Name is better than
word-11738 Therefore we must examine it further, and will say no more
word-11774 are so much experienced and felt as in honoring God' s
word-11784 s Name; and it greatly helps to strengthen and increase faith,
word-11810 Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence through good works to make
word-11825 XIX. The First Commandment forbids us to have other gods,
word-11844 the true God, by a firm faith, trust, confidence, hope and
word-11883 by faith or unbelief, by trusting or doubting; of the other
word-11892 the other works none reaches quite to God. So also in
word-11979 the heart by faith, in confident trust in God' s grace,
word-12131 Name? And for what other purpose have tongue, voice, language and
word-12161 Again: " My tongue shall sing aloud of Thy mercy."
word-12236 do, do all to the glory of God." Also Colossians iii:
word-12238 all to the glory of God." Also Colossians iii: " Whatsoever
word-12269 Father." If we were to observe this work, we would have
word-12324 in the privacy of his home joyfully praises God when he
word-12413 eyes a very small matter compared with the great idea he
word-12472 have an illustration in the case of the Pharisee and the
word-12541 God. Therefore he is justly rejected and the other chosen.
word-12572 every one thinks they are easy, because it is evident that
word-12713 are in Christendom, we might despair for very sorrow. And yet
word-12725 is a constant increase of high, pretty, shining works of men'
word-12792 of the Lord, and make mention of the God of Israel
word-12797 mention of the God of Israel neither in truth, nor in
word-12839 upon God' s Name and praised Him, two things which do
word-12848 XXI. The first work of this
word-12896 of natural life, not to mention all other temporal and eternal
word-13009 great reputation, that every one sing of him and tell of
word-13101 understand and have not had experience of God' s Commandments and
word-13184 property and everything in the effort to win praise and honor.
word-13311 works we overthrow this and forget it entirely. So the holy
word-13483 do not need to be driven by the fear of shame
word-13686 children are induced to pray, fast, learn, etc., by gifts and
word-13822 But there must be great diligence and care, lest such honor
word-13850 Solomon holds: " As the fire in the furnace proveth the
word-13924 using it only to the glory of God, to the edification
word-13954 in his own honor, nor exalt himself above the most incapable,
word-14077 honor, when God is thereby praised through the edification of others.
word-14130 it comes that God frequently permits a man to fall into
word-14306 guard. With this all the prophets had to contend, and for
word-14321 all slain, only because they rejected such self- devised works and
word-14344 Thus saith the God of Israel unto you: Take your burnt
word-14346 the God of Israel unto you: Take your burnt offerings unto
word-14365 and your flesh yourselves; for concerning these things I have commanded
word-14378 the God of Israel unto you: Take your burnt offerings unto
word-14478 commandment only, that they shall diligently observe this only and always,
word-14479 only, that they shall diligently observe this only and always, as
word-14496 commandments shall be for a sign unto thee upon thine hand,
word-14513 And Psalm i: " A godly man meditates in God' s
word-14562 not for a moment be idle, and might easily forget all
word-14566 be idle, and might easily forget all other works. But the
word-14670 and need. And this is really why He sends us so
word-14673 this is really why He sends us so much trouble, suffering,
word-14684 adversity and even death, and lets us live in many wicked,
word-14813 highest Commandment. This is the experience of David, Psalm liv: "
word-14892 work? For who lives an hour without trials? I will not
word-14898 without trials? I will not mention the trials of adversity, which
word-14934 a man is tempted to forget God, to become too bold
word-15034 misfortune burden us; so that Moses also fears for his people,
word-15081 and fat; therefore has it forsaken its God." Wherefore also God
word-15083 therefore has it forsaken its God." Wherefore also God let many
word-15129 So He deals with us also, when He sends us all
word-15132 with us also, when He sends us all kinds of misfortune:
word-15203 teach men to make the sign of the cross; one arms
word-15360 such faith and confidence nothing holds or helps. How shall the
word-15376 us for not believing and trusting Him as much or more
word-15469 We ought truly to be ashamed of ourselves and learn from
word-15512 more will not the most gracious, all- truthful God keep faith,
word-15596 But far greater is the courage which the highest eternal Good
word-15657 us in with three strong, mighty armies. The first is our
word-15668 own flesh, the second the world, the third the evil spirit,
word-15721 honor, the evil spirit seeks pride, glory, that a man be
word-15776 Name of God in a firm faith, as Solomon says, Proverbs
word-15838 I be saved from all mine enemies." These works and the
word-15995 of this Commandment is to protect the holy Name of God
word-16087 must provoke to anger father, mother, and the best of friends.
word-16255 need, and dare make no distinction of persons, as some do,
word-16289 it is done to the poor, or the despised or their
word-16321 through a painted glass, and measure truth or righteousness according to
word-16370 is no danger when one helps the rich, the powerful, the
word-16386 friends, and can in turn enjoy their protection and be honored
word-16388 can in turn enjoy their protection and be honored by them.
word-16437 sly is here the deceitful Adam with his demand; how finely
word-16447 finely does he cover his greed of profit with the name
word-16464 s honor! But when something happens to a poor and insignificant
word-16491 of the powerful; therefore he lets the poor man remain unhelped.
word-16502 And who could tell the extent of this vice in Christendom?
word-16518 " How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons
word-16521 will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked?
word-16527 the persons of the wicked? Judge the matter of the poor
word-16548 the poor and rid the forsaken out of the hand of
word-16604 and do not consider the poor, however righteous they are.
word-16632 do injustice and oppress the poor, the lowly, and their own
word-16715 acquired all indulgences, built all churches and endowed houses, if he
word-16734 and honor of God, not speaking of them and neglecting them,
word-16776 good works do not daily come, so that he would have
word-16829 " All men are liars, lie and deceive"; for the real
word-16858 to mount to heaven in peaceful security.
word-16928 we are not willing to accept such honor, He will, after
word-16963 doing His work, He will condemn with the unrighteous, because they
word-17081 doctrines, every misuse of spiritual power. Now this is much higher,
word-17086 power. Now this is much higher, for these use the holy
word-17159 he that despiseth you, despiseth Me." On which words they lean
word-17264 be some rule, to what extent we are to hear and
word-17284 by them, but must be established by God over them, that
word-17314 that even in the spiritual estate the greater part preach false
word-17375 were God- fearing in this matter, how often would the knaves
word-17390 decree their papal and episcopal ban in vain! How weak the
word-17498 dangerous to touch. But the prophets of old were masters in
word-17578 God' s Name or in man' s. And for this they
word-17696 and the learned lack all understanding in these things. It is
word-17722 cost blood, and they who enjoy the inheritance of the holy
word-18036 spoken without faith. It almost happens that men think it is
word-18155 and pray. Therefore, we will briefly explain these three works.
word-18173 we attend with our a hearts also; and we do attend,
word-18203 and says, " Take and eat, this is My Body, which
word-18261 do it, in remembrance of Me." In these words Christ has
word-18277 or anniversary, to be daily observed in all Christendom, and has
word-18298 no interest, money or temporal possessions are bequeathed and distributed, but
word-18305 bequeathed and distributed, but the forgiveness of all sins, grace and
word-18340 become permanent and irrevocable. In proof and evidence of which, instead
word-18359 us His own Body and Blood under the bread and wine.
word-18429 has bequeathed and given you forgiveness of all your sins, what
word-18456 has bequeathed and given you forgiveness of all your sins, what
word-18576 When this faith is rightly present, the heart must be made
word-18785 our riches but do not enjoy them. Of which the Preacher
word-18790 enjoy them. Of which the Preacher also says, " This is
word-18810 our riches but do not enjoy them. Of which the Preacher
word-18844 other common good work by itself. O God, how exceeding blind
word-18848 by itself. O God, how exceeding blind we are! But where
word-18857 But where this is rightly preached, it is necessary that it
word-18864 is necessary that it be diligently heard, grasped, retained, often thought
word-18865 necessary that it be diligently heard, grasped, retained, often thought of,
word-18887 of sin, whether past, or present, or to come.
word-18926 not make to be a mere work like other ceremonies, but
word-18937 placed into it a rich, exceeding great treasure, to be offered
word-18955 This preaching should induce sinners to grieve over their sins,
word-18957 preaching should induce sinners to grieve over their sins, and should
word-19034 Gospel and this testament be preached, that He does not wish
word-19050 Gospel and this testament be preached, that He does not wish
word-19096 preacher; for no one any longer knows this testament, to say
word-19136 IV. We should pray, not as
word-19172 confidence toward God in the matter, in such wise that we
word-19194 his brethren and says: " Dear brethren, you shall by no
word-19248 that your prayer will be granted, or that, if it will
word-19256 that your prayer will be granted, or that, if it will
word-19288 either it will surely be granted, or something better than we
word-19396 them." And Luke xi: " Ask, and it shall be given
word-19446 of you, who, if his son shall ask bread, will he
word-19529 and stone- like, that such mighty words ought not to move
word-19564 these words! Now, indeed, all churches and monastic houses are full
word-19578 singing, but how does it happen that so little improvement and
word-19667 soul; nay, to the great injury and blinding of souls, so
word-19683 babbling much with their mouths, regardless of whether they receive, or
word-19734 prayer is surely acceptable and heard, although the very thing for
word-19835 prayer is surely acceptable and heard, although the very thing for
word-19845 to God the time, place, measure and limit; He will surely
word-19877 prayer is surely acceptable and heard, although the very thing for
word-19889 this Commandment, and go far astray with their unbelief. But they
word-19952 remain on the straight road, trusting Him, and yet setting Him
word-20045 is heard and accepted?" I answer: For this very reason faith,
word-20085 and do, then you are humbly to confess it to God,
word-20156 the Gospel, and especially St. Peter, were weak in faith, so
word-20298 in their blindness they lead astray themselves and others; think they
word-20327 on God' s mercy and promise through a firm, pure faith.
word-20388 VII. Again: if no other work
word-20415 For this work the spiritual estate has been specially established, as
word-20525 although in Matthew vi. He forbids the use of much speaking
word-20530 forbids the use of much speaking and long prayers, because of
word-20581 we must also practise the outward prayer in its proper time,
word-20649 prayer are summed up in brief words.
word-20702 Mumbling with the mouth is easy, or at least considered easy,
word-20706 is easy, or at least considered easy, but with earnestness of
word-20707 Mumbling with the mouth is easy, or at least considered easy,
word-20816 not know whether it is really true that he prays or
word-20846 knows well how powerful one man' s truly believing prayer is,
word-20890 and his prayer are, indeed, unworthy before such infinite Majesty; in
word-20918 heed God' s command and cast this up to Him, and
word-20967 and his prayer are, indeed, unworthy before such infinite Majesty; in
word-21015 and his prayer are, indeed, unworthy before such infinite Majesty; in
word-21046 and his prayer are, indeed, unworthy before such infinite Majesty; in
word-21073 IX. But what are the things
word-21094 lamentation, to exercise faith thereby? Answer: First, every man' s own
word-21097 faith thereby? Answer: First, every man' s own besetting need and
word-21133 from all evil which surrounds me." Likewise, Psalm cxlii: " I
word-21134 all evil which surrounds me." Likewise, Psalm cxlii: " I cried
word-21190 and pour out all these freely before God with weeping and
word-21259 insensible that no trouble moves you.
word-21383 shall earnestly lay before God, lament and ask for help, and
word-21429 still are toward father and mother and all in authority; how
word-21643 then, are you so foolish here, where there is immeasurably greater
word-21679 of all your unbelief, doubt, pride, disobedience, unchastity, anger, covetousness and
word-21700 things, the more and more diligently you ought to pray or
word-21773 in spiritual need, although it really is greater than the bodily
word-21824 a bodily need had overtaken you. God is not hostile to
word-21844 as do not recognize and lament their sin, nor seek help
word-21891 XI. All this has been said
word-21911 general. But the prayer which really belongs to this Commandment and
word-22013 good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour." For
word-22028 xxix, commanded the people of Israel to pray for the city
word-22046 peace thereof they should have peace. And Baruch i: " Pray
word-22144 must be done with heart- felt emotion and sincerity, so that
word-22154 that we feel in our hearts the need of all men,
word-22173 them, in true faith and confidence. Where such prayers are not
word-22197 sense is there in our coming together into a House of
word-22205 sense is there in our coming together into a House of
word-22347 be the end of the matter, as is now the custom
word-22371 for such need as the preacher makes us feel; and in
word-22401 This should be done as briefly as possible, that then the
word-22451 of the entire people would rise up to God, what immeasurable
word-22471 What more terrible thing could happen to all the evil spirits?
word-22495 would be preserved, so many sinners converted?
word-22540 prevent such prayer. Gleefully he lets us go on building churches,
word-22552 many monastic houses, making music, reading, singing, observing many masses, and
word-22559 observing many masses, and multiplying ceremonies beyond all measure. This does
word-22566 all measure. This does not grieve him, nay, he helps us
word-22570 not grieve him, nay, he helps us do it, that we
word-22643 if he noticed that we wished to practise this prayer, even
word-22679 far more than all the high, big and beautiful churches, towers
word-22704 not a question of the places and buildings in which we
word-22755 five cities, Sodom, Gomorrah, etc., Genesis xviii, and accomplished so much,
word-22803 St. James also says: " Dear brethren, pray for one another,
word-22841 cease asking ever more and more, although what it asks is
word-22845 and more, although what it asks is not immediately granted, as
word-22849 it asks is not immediately granted, as some timid men do).
word-22863 example in this matter he sets before us Elijah, the Prophet,
word-22896 space of three years and six months. And he prayed again,
word-23021 may finish the words and complete the number? So that if
word-23099 thunder and lightning frequently set churches on fire, because we thus
word-23156 merely to babble a certain number of words, for the prince
word-23207 God of definite things, namely, mention some present need, commend it
word-23211 namely, mention some present need, commend it to His mercy and
word-23236 hear such prayer, which no earthly lord has done.
word-23240 XIV. We are masters in this
word-23302 when we are in our churches during mass, we stand like
word-23347 you shall speak of and lament in your prayer, you can
word-23377 and the life of all Christians, especially of the spiritual estate,
word-23431 that there were need every hour without ceasing to pray everywhere
word-23440 pray everywhere with tears of blood to God, Who is so
word-23491 you shall speak of and lament in your prayer, you can
word-23496 lament and complain, do not permit yourself to be led astray
word-23501 permit yourself to be led astray by your rank, station, good
word-23583 to take hold of Thee." Likewise, Ezekiel xxii: " I sought
word-23613 land, that I should not destroy it; but I found none.
word-23624 Therefore have I poured out Mine indignation upon them; I have
word-23634 have consumed them with the fire of My wrath." With these
word-23712 pleasure in it, condemn, malign, sing and talk of their neighbor'
word-23858 mass, that we blaspheme and condemn men, this is the fruit
word-23883 churches, we think a great injury has been done Christendom. Then
word-23923 one thinks of fighting, nay, pope, bishops, priests and clergy, who
word-23927 nay, pope, bishops, priests and clergy, who ought to be generals,
word-23973 was the leader of the Jews when they took Christ. It
word-23991 a priest, one of the number of the best, who began
word-24017 than those who ought to protect it, and yet are so
word-24035 up the Turks and at home themselves set house and sheep-
word-24043 house and sheep- cote on fire and let them burn up
word-24092 Christ has won for us freely with His precious blood, grievous
word-24107 XVI. Lo! where are the idle ones, who do not know
word-24124 are they who run to Rome, to St. James, hither and
word-24128 to Rome, to St. James, hither and thither? Take up this
word-24155 pity on him; let it grieve you, tell it to God,
word-24322 are in sin and spiritual poverty, captivity and need, of whom
word-24543 works, which He had made. Genesis ii. Therefore He commanded also
word-24569 which we do the other six days. This Sabbath has now
word-24572 the other six days. This Sabbath has now for us been
word-24703 to be understood in two ways.
word-24751 bodily and in Christendom no longer commanded by God, as the
word-24915 one day is as the other. And if we were all
word-24983 cease from our labor and trade, but much more, that we
word-24986 labor and trade, but much more, that we let God alone
word-25032 sins, as the Scriptures say, Genesis viii, " Man' s heart
word-25034 Scriptures say, Genesis viii, " Man' s heart and senses incline
word-25047 the evil," that is, to pride, disobedience, anger, hatred, covetousness, unchastity,
word-25064 that he does and leaves undone, he seeks his own profit,
word-25150 ii.) it may be no longer we who live, but Christ
word-25184 let it be hurt. Here begins the strife between the spirit
word-25199 the spirit resists anger, lust, pride, while the flesh wants to
word-25258 neither the source nor the purpose of these good works. Therefore
word-25289 us, is accomplished in two ways. First, through our own effort,
word-25298 own effort, secondly, through the effort or urging of others.
word-25305 Our own effort is to be so made
word-25410 For the desires are so many, so various, and besides at
word-25444 control himself in his own ways. He must let hands and
word-25452 let hands and feet go, commend himself to God' s governance,
word-25463 and entrust nothing to his reason, as Jeremiah says, " O
word-25484 his own power." We see proof of this, when the children
word-25491 this, when the children of Israel went out of Egypt through
word-25532 fed them with manna from heaven, and kept their garments and
word-25559 we pray: " Thy kingdom come, that Thou rule us, and
word-25611 our reason and will be idle, that we rest and commend
word-25616 let hands and feet go, commend himself to God' s governance,
word-25675 much and why we shall fast, watch and labor.
word-25676 and why we shall fast, watch and labor.
word-25717 blinder still are they who measure their fasting not only by
word-25724 fasting not only by the quantity or duration, as these do,
word-25738 the nature of the food, thinking that it is of far
word-25900 choose his day, food and quantity for fasting, as he will,
word-25938 lust and wantonness, and no more, although pope, Church, bishop, father-
word-25940 wantonness, and no more, although pope, Church, bishop, father- confessor or
word-25949 confessor or any one else whosoever have commanded it. For no
word-25957 it. For no one should measure and regulate fasting, watching and
word-25969 choose his day, food and quantity for fasting, as he will,
word-26113 let fasting alone entirely, and eat, sleep, be idle as is
word-26114 fasting alone entirely, and eat, sleep, be idle as is necessary
word-26116 entirely, and eat, sleep, be idle as is necessary for his
word-26123 is necessary for his health, regardless whether it be against the
word-26189 watching are practised beyond the strength of the body, and more
word-26210 watching are practised beyond the strength of the body, and more
word-26230 has done good works, or excuse himself by citing the commandment
word-26370 XXI. From this we can judge
word-26375 XXI. From this we can judge how wisely or foolishly some
word-26468 prate of fasting, and never point out its true use, limit,
word-26521 already ceased, and there no longer is any binding commandment at
word-26527 is any binding commandment at all.
word-26554 the flesh; for the roguish Adam is exceedingly tricky in looking
word-26618 a long time had much experience of fasting, although they have
word-26632 No less are we to guard against offending those who, not
word-26764 may move us to anger, impatience and unrest. For God' s
word-26831 may move us to anger, impatience and unrest. For God' s
word-26835 anger, impatience and lack of peace. For peace too is God'
word-26843 may move us to anger, impatience and unrest. For God' s
word-26870 holiday, let our works stand idle, and let God work in
word-26886 kill our works and the Adam in us, God heaps many
word-26929 He may drive out anger, impatience and lack of peace, and
word-26968 What does this mean? He sends us suffering and trouble that
word-26996 us live, until a man, thoroughly trained, becomes so peaceful and
word-27000 man, thoroughly trained, becomes so peaceful and quiet that he is
word-27073 him, there is naught but godly pleasure, joy and peace with
word-27075 is naught but godly pleasure, joy and peace with all other
word-27209 David: " Precious in the sight of the Lord is the
word-27328 example of it, His only, dear Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord,
word-27337 our Lord, who on the Sabbath lay in the tomb the
word-27385 should be quiet and have peace. Since, as Christ was raised
word-27386 be quiet and have peace. Since, as Christ was raised up
word-27447 the three parts of man: reason, desire, aversion; in which all
word-27561 See, therefore, what a pretty, golden ring these three Commandments and
word-27637 give all honor to Him alone. Then follows the third, to
word-27650 praying, hearing God' s Word, thinking of and considering God' s
word-27696 body, goods, honor and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame
word-27700 life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and death, which God
word-27707 and death, which God so permits and ordains. See, here begins
word-27712 permits and ordains. See, here begins the second work, or the
word-27744 is a great thing to retain a sure confidence in God,
word-27752 confidence in God, although He sends us death, shame, sickness, poverty;
word-27755 although He sends us death, shame, sickness, poverty; and in this
word-27832 grows, and becomes conscious of itself, and so strengthens itself, through
word-27836 grows, and becomes conscious of itself, and so strengthens itself, through
word-27888 Scriptures associate the day with peaceful living in works, the night
word-27915 both, as Christ says, John ix.
word-27978 Thy Name," in which faith asks that God' s Name, praise
word-28012 we pray for the true Sabbath and rest, peaceful cessation of
word-28015 the true Sabbath and rest, peaceful cessation of our works, that
word-28101 exercised in works toward God alone. And these are the petitions
word-28109 are the petitions in which stands the word " Thou, Thy,
word-28290 curse, to strike father and mother more than to strike any
word-28360 heed their words and example, accept what they say, keep silent
word-28383 contrary to the first three Commandments; in addition, when they need
word-28429 But honor is higher than mere love and includes a certain
word-28432 higher than mere love and includes a certain fear, which unites
word-28480 from a punishment, but draw near to it all the more.
word-28591 is mingled with love and confidence.
word-28595 II. This work appears easy, but few regard it
word-28596 II. This work appears easy, but few regard it aright.
word-28653 and it must do, leave undone, and suffer what its nature
word-28692 unless they have God' s grace. In like manner, when they
word-28734 so wicked that they are ashamed of their parents because of
word-28740 of their parents because of poverty, lowly birth, deformity or dishonor,
word-28777 such parents, to exercise and try them in His Commandment. But
word-28895 that obedience is so highly praised and all virtue and good
word-28903 virtue and good works are included in it.
word-28966 sides it is a precious thing, parents and child take mutual
word-29015 according to the first three Commandments; hence also they cannot see
word-29090 which is written in the Prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah, that the
word-29114 Manasseh, who sacrificed his own son to the idol Moloch and
word-29124 and burned him, II. Kings xxi. What else is it but
word-29175 in worldly pleasure, love, enjoyment, possessions and honor, but let God'
word-29206 be a father or a mother, where flesh and blood are
word-29210 a mother, where flesh and blood are supreme! For, truly, the
word-29226 first three and the last six Commandments depends altogether upon this
word-29350 other works which are not commanded.
word-29351 IV. Now where parents are foolish
word-29366 after the fashion of the world, the children are in no
word-29416 more than pleasure, honor and possessions of this world or its
word-29422 of this world or its power.
word-29454 be sorry that this miserable earthly life cannot well be lived,
word-29471 after more adornment and more possessions than are necessary for the
word-29477 than are necessary for the protection of the body against cold
word-29493 child must be taught to grieve that, without its own will,
word-29548 " Thou knowest, that the sign of my high estate, which
word-29650 parade. Thus St. Cecilia wore golden clothes at the command of
word-29726 says, I. Peter v, " Cast all your care upon Him,
word-29743 for you." It is a sign that they have never yet
word-29797 from Him. Therefore also He permits them to go their way,
word-29886 your house a hospital, and sets you over them as chief
word-30008 like a hungry, thirsty, naked, poor, imprisoned, sick soul. O what
word-30018 what a blessed marriage and home were that where such parents
word-30056 God, and walk in His Commandments; thou shalt eat of the
word-30079 be well with thee. Thy wife shall be as a fruitful
word-30143 it; the devil, flesh and blood pull away from it; it
word-30159 counts for nothing. Here this husband runs to St. James, that
word-30165 be well with thee. Thy wife shall be as a fruitful
word-30226 perversity no bishop forbids, no preacher corrects; nay, for covetousness' sake
word-30331 day of judgment, but will require of them the children whom
word-30480 is strengthened; although the Commandment places the parents in honor for
word-30488 in honor for the very purpose that the self- will of
word-30546 his children is sufficient of itself, except it be done in
word-30630 VII. The second work of this
word-30644 honor and obey the spiritual mother, the holy Christian Church, the
word-30723 should punish sin with the ban and with laws, and constrain
word-30726 with the ban and with laws, and constrain its spiritual children
word-30840 no one gives this a thought, and there is nothing left
word-30848 is nothing left except the ban for debt, and this should
word-30866 to it, that adultery, unchastity, usury, gluttony, worldly show, excessive adornment,
word-30870 unchastity, usury, gluttony, worldly show, excessive adornment, and such like open
word-30985 taught who governs and teaches himself; nay, it has, alas! come
word-30997 such a pass that the places where good should be taught
word-31042 spiritual authority. But now the case is like that of the
word-31091 of it than is good; greed holds the reins, and just
word-31092 it than is good; greed holds the reins, and just what
word-31111 clearly seen that the spiritual estate is in all things more
word-31121 clearly seen that the spiritual estate is in all things more
word-31122 worldly than the worldly estate itself. Meanwhile Christendom must be ruined,
word-31210 much, this one the whole world, that one the fourth of
word-31254 parishes and schools be well established and managed; and it would
word-31274 authority that it lessen the number of endowments, monastic houses and
word-31315 IX. Since, then, the authorities so
word-31316 IX. Since, then, the authorities so entirely
word-31421 no man, neither bishop, nor pope, nor angel, may command or
word-31503 fast without injury. And, to rise higher, in our time nothing
word-31504 without injury. And, to rise higher, in our time nothing comes
word-31555 only is all money and wealth of the world drawn and
word-31561 of the world drawn and driven to Rome ( for this
word-31709 Name of God and St. Peter, just as if God' s
word-31728 blaspheme God' s honor, to destroy Christendom, body and soul: we
word-31798 to do its work in Rome, and to lapse here, where
word-31802 in Rome, and to lapse here, where it ought to serve.
word-31821 bishops and spiritual prelates stand idle in this matter, offer no
word-31824 prelates stand idle in this matter, offer no opposition or are
word-31844 our duty first of all humbly to call upon God for
word-31854 for help to prevent this thing, then to put our hand
word-31947 we support the pope' s servants, his people, yes, his knaves
word-31959 whores, to the destruction and injury of our souls.
word-31978 and the nobility ought to attack first: not seeking thereby their
word-32017 with a father who has lost his sense and wits; who,
word-32039 all humility and honor), might destroy child, heir and everybody. Thus
word-32063 with a father who has lost his sense and wits; who,
word-32079 XI. Some think, this should be
word-32176 ward off all reformation, to retain protection and liberty for all
word-32177 off all reformation, to retain protection and liberty for all their
word-32246 so that the bishops and clergy, who now are afraid, would
word-32264 else shall and must be considered except God' s first three
word-32274 three Commandments, against which neither Rome, nor heaven nor earth can
word-32286 or forbid anything. And the ban or threatening with which they
word-32313 insane father severely threatens the son who restrains him or locks
word-32344 and Titus iii, and St. Peter, I. Peter ii: " Submit
word-32381 of the temporal power to protect its subjects, and to punish
word-32405 the sword in vain; it serves God with it, to the
word-32418 evil doers, and to the protection of the good."
word-32427 Here men sin in two ways. First, if they lie to
word-32431 two ways. First, if they lie to the government, deceive it,
word-32553 property; unless indeed it should try openly to compel us to
word-32575 the magistrates were not yet Christians, and as the Turk is
word-32712 best works of the temporal power. Therefore, we must resist it
word-32827 Therefore, also, the temporal power is a
word-32873 the spiritual power is an exceeding great blessing, and far too
word-32904 s breadth from its own duty, not to say when it
word-32916 s breadth from its own duty, not to say when it
word-32925 XIV. In this power also there
word-32957 which no one can sufficiently guard and protect himself. Here it
word-32959 one can sufficiently guard and protect himself. Here it is led
word-32960 can sufficiently guard and protect himself. Here it is led by
word-32999 stones roll through." So the laws, ordinances and government of one
word-33062 For this reason God has considered evil, unfit rulers the greatest
word-33065 God has considered evil, unfit rulers the greatest of plagues, as
word-33107 has named in Scripture, Ezekiel xiv. The first and slightest, which
word-33184 people good and rich; but war and wicked rulers bring to
word-33187 God has considered evil, unfit rulers the greatest of plagues, as
word-33342 be intolerable, and said: " War is like fishing with a
word-33348 is like fishing with a golden net; the loss risked is
word-33488 up hill and down dale, regardless of roads and bridges; he
word-33575 laws and statutes: there actual experience teaches, here untried and uncertain
word-33588 Three special, distinct works all rulers might do in our times,
word-33606 an end of the horrible gluttony and drunkenness, not only because
word-33640 no little loss of temporal wealth has come and daily is
word-33646 has come and daily is coming upon our lands. To prevent
word-33695 Secondly, to forbid the excessive cost of clothing, whereby so
word-33702 of clothing, whereby so much wealth is wasted, and yet only
word-33779 so freely, without punishment, without shame, without hindrance, nay, that praise
word-33827 cunning form, by which it appears not to be usury, while
word-33831 it appears not to be usury, while in truth it is
word-33839 it appears not to be usury, while in truth it is
word-33846 men are not on their guard against it as against open
word-33873 Here princes ought not to sleep, nor be lazy, if they
word-33935 be prevented by the temporal sword, since there is no other
word-33948 O, would God in heaven, that some time a government
word-33956 time a government might be established that would do away with
word-33988 of sin are maintained among Christians, a thing formerly altogether unheard
word-34007 and girls should be married early and such vice be prevented.
word-34030 the spiritual and the temporal power. If it was possible among
word-34134 evil would to a large extent be mended. God help us!
word-34156 hope; but this does not excuse us.
word-34176 are so good and so many, that they have superabundant good
word-34186 good works to do every hour and could constantly serve God.
word-34223 by the works, but by confident trust in His favor do
word-34285 that they highly honor their masters, be obedient, do what pleases
word-34330 St. Peter also says: " Servants, be subject to your masters,
word-34335 that they highly honor their masters, be obedient, do what pleases
word-34485 favor ( in which all merits are to be found), purely
word-34507 which grows out of such confidence. And all such works they
word-34552 do them and be the master- workman.
word-34567 mistresses should not rule their servants, maids and workingmen roughly, not
word-34579 to all things too closely, occasionally overlook something, and for peace'
word-34603 at all times among any class of men, as long as
word-34622 Paul says, Colossians iv, " Masters, do unto your servants that
word-34675 mistresses should not rule their servants, maids and workingmen roughly, not
word-34717 us all good works so near at hand, so manifold, so
word-34737 good works, and might well forget the other showy, far- off,
word-34767 also to say how a wife ought to be obedient, subject
word-34775 be obedient, subject to her husband as to her superior, give
word-34807 be obedient, subject to her husband as to her superior, give
word-34863 said of these works is included in these two, obedience and
word-34879 of subjects, considerateness that of masters, that they take care to
word-34908 That is their way to heaven, and these are the best
word-34964 allow himself to be led astray by what other people or
word-34973 people or classes of people do; let him not look to
word-35031 open before him, nor be driven from it, although hell were
word-35204 If they shall say unto you: Lo, here is Christ, or
word-35240 it not; they are false prophets and false Christs."
word-35244 XXI. Again, obedience is the duty
word-35257 that they direct all their diligence and effort to do and
word-35259 direct all their diligence and effort to do and to leave
word-35283 themselves to be torn or driven from this, whatever another do.
word-35321 he does not earnestly and diligently exercise himself in this.
word-35382 St. Peter says to the rulers of the Jews: " We
word-35454 neighbor, nor do him injustice. Likewise, if he bade us bear
word-35463 us bear false witness, steal, lie or deceive and the like.
word-35522 himself, think not highly of himself; but in humility know himself
word-35578 has one work, which however includes many and dispels many vices,
word-35656 bad women. These are all content and gentle when men do
word-35687 cover over their anger and excuse it, saying: " I would
word-35770 is shown toward opponents and enemies, does them no harm, does
word-35778 no harm, does not revenge itself, does not curse nor revile,
word-35841 to them that despitefully use you. Pray for them that persecute
word-35880 precious, excellent work has been lost among Christians, so that nothing
word-35882 work has been lost among Christians, so that nothing now everywhere
word-35936 finery, which God has not commanded. We shine resplendently and excessively,
word-35969 s Commandment to go to complete ruin, and no one considers
word-35979 considers or examines himself, how near or how far he be
word-36034 enemy and opponent as a proof of his own anger and
word-36060 tries whether anger is still present, whether he can be well-
word-36090 let him come forward who asks what he shall do that
word-36169 him. Let him who will, try this and if he find
word-36208 and if He will be paid in no other coin, of
word-36243 I say unto you, that whosoever is angry with his neighbor,
word-36256 I say unto you, that whosoever is angry with his neighbor,
word-36286 What remains then for the outward act, striking, wounding, killing, injuring,
word-36320 pained at every evil which happens to one' s enemy. And
word-36360 so we see a pious judge passing sentence upon the criminal
word-36388 of anger and harshness. So thoroughly good is meekness that even
word-36437 For it is written of Moses that he was the very
word-36451 earth, and yet, when the Jews had worshiped the golden calf
word-36455 the Jews had worshiped the golden calf and provoked God to
word-36485 that the magistrates should be idle and allow sin to have
word-36524 Commandment we must protect, and injury or injustice to our neighbor
word-36537 prevent, the magistrates with the sword, the rest of us with
word-36558 This high, noble, sweet work can easily
word-36593 nor question that God is gracious, it will become quite easy
word-36597 is gracious, it will become quite easy for a man to
word-36634 but it presents a long, mighty exercise of good works and
word-36652 good work is commanded, which includes much and drives away much
word-36671 which much is written and preached, and it is well known
word-36687 it is not as carefully observed and practised as other works
word-36696 other works which are not commanded. So ready are we to
word-36713 other works which are not commanded. So ready are we to
word-36738 which is daily increased through gluttony and drunkenness, idleness and frippery.
word-36766 it is not as carefully observed and practised as other works
word-36881 for us of our own strength to conceive a good work,
word-36979 fasting and temperance over against gluttony and drunkenness, to watching and
word-36985 and drunkenness, to watching and early rising over against laziness and
word-36991 rising over against laziness and excessive sleep, to work and labor
word-36992 over against laziness and excessive sleep, to work and labor over
word-37034 calls fasting, watching and labor godly weapons, with which unchastity is
word-37187 good works to do within himself. But now no one uses
word-37256 clothes, that we should avoid excessive adornment, and neither associate nor
word-37298 and measure. Each one must watch himself and see what things
word-37312 him for chastity, in what quantity and how long they help
word-37328 he may thus choose and observe them for himself; if he
word-37331 choose and observe them for himself; if he cannot do this,
word-37363 he can learn to rule himself. This was the purpose for
word-37367 rule himself. This was the purpose for which the monastic houses
word-37374 which the monastic houses were established of old, to teach young
word-37411 for this reason also Isaiah xi. says that " faith is
word-37424 the reins," that is, a guard of chastity. For he who
word-37527 not that any man teach you: for the divine anointing, that
word-37547 Yet we must not despair if we are not soon
word-37624 but that which is at war with unchastity, and fights, and
word-37645 flesh and the evil spirit attack it. Thus St. Peter says,
word-37661 but that which is at war with unchastity, and fights, and
word-37708 against it. But although this brings uneasiness and pain, it is
word-37749 it, only set themselves on fire the more; and although for
word-37765 it comes again with more strength another time, and finds the
word-37841 one another: such as greed, usury, overcharging and plating wares that
word-37871 which multiply daily in every trade, by which every one seeks
word-37916 which multiply daily in every trade, by which every one seeks
word-37942 lend and give for nothing, promise and keep his promise, and
word-37960 world in its doings, how greed controls all business, we would
word-38095 for gold in themselves. For greed has here a very beautiful,
word-38105 beautiful, fine cover for its shame, which is called provision for
word-38122 cover of which it accumulates wealth beyond all limits and is
word-38285 that we shall take no thought, what we shall eat and
word-38322 rely upon that, take no thought, and see whether a roasted
word-38358 not be greedy, not despair, thinking that he will not have
word-38367 not have enough; for in Adam we are all condemned to
word-38379 when God says to him, Genesis iii, " In the sweat
word-38463 This work faith teaches of itself. For if the heart looks
word-38542 Whom he trusts, will not lie to him nor forsake him,
word-38716 this Commandment faith is the master- workman and the doer of
word-38752 IV. By this we are also
word-38820 kind. Therefore a Christian must rise higher, let his liberality serve
word-38821 Therefore a Christian must rise higher, let his liberality serve also
word-38831 also the undeserving, evil- doers, enemies, and the ungrateful, even as
word-38844 kind. Therefore a Christian must rise higher, let his liberality serve
word-38905 and gladly. Therefore take your enemies, the ungrateful, and do good
word-38918 then you will find how near you are to this Commandment
word-39012 And in this Commandment are included the works of mercy, which
word-39020 of mercy, which Christ will require at men' s hands at
word-39134 he has; and yet it includes no more than the work
word-39166 gainsaying lies; so that it forbids many evil works of the
word-39205 to prove and maintain his case by a false argument, catch
word-39269 some to avoid loss or shame, thereby seeking their own advantage
word-39281 than God' s Commandment, and excuse themselves by saying: Vigilanti jura
word-39290 jura subveniunt, " the law helps him who watches"; just as
word-39305 as much their duty to watch for their neighbor' s cause
word-39386 s just cause to be lost and their unjust cause to
word-39434 not wish to bring upon himself; and then begins the flattering
word-39437 bring upon himself; and then begins the flattering and fawning, or,
word-39536 gifts! so that in all places it is truly a high,
word-39541 places it is truly a high, great, rare work, not to
word-39646 the wicked, and help the forsaken to maintain his just cause."
word-39771 kings, princes, bishops, doctors and clergy, and all that is great,
word-39909 them shall be offended in Me." Yea, if this truth were
word-39945 to it? But when the pope, and the bishops, together with
word-39954 together with princes and kings attack it, all men flee, keep
word-40011 fearless heart, that ventures and stands by the truth, though it
word-40048 easy because it has a gracious, loving God. Therefore it despises
word-40063 goods and honor of men, lets them come and go as
word-40164 he stood by his brethren, regardless of the mighty king of
word-40167 his brethren, regardless of the mighty king of Egypt.
word-40178 this Commandment again you see briefly that faith must be the
word-40184 that faith must be the master- workman in this work also,
word-40189 master- workman in this work also, so that without it no
word-40197 without it no one has courage to do this work: so
word-40245 this Commandment except he be firm and fearless in the confidence
word-40328 with such confidence, but also holds before us in Him an
word-40493 which he is commanded to do; why then does he seek
word-40606 been so holy that he felt in himself no evil inclination,
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word-22 1. The Occasion of the Work.— Luther did not impose himself
word-32 himself as reformer upon the Church. In the course of a
word-54 had been regularly and divinely called, and without any urging on
word-72 inward necessity. In 1515 he received his appointment as the standing
word-77 received his appointment as the standing substitute for the sickly city
word-104 preach only occasionally in the convent, apart from his activity as
word-110 apart from his activity as teacher in the University and convent.
word-132 human right, to lead and direct the congregation at Wittenberg on
word-166 acquire, by way of ardent inner struggles, if he had led
word-230 on the Psalms, which he began to deliver in 1513, he
word-274 1908; nor what he had urged as spiritual adviser of his
word-281 spiritual adviser of his convent brethren when in deep distress— compare
word-289 deep distress— compare the charming letter to Georg Spenlein, dated April
word-306 appear in print were also occasioned by the work of his
word-359 Oct 31 of the same year he published his 95 Theses
word-387 well known that Luther was moved by his duty toward his
word-395 duty toward his congregation to declare his position in this matter
word-428 appear in print were also occasioned by the work of his
word-437 attack and delivered in the latter part of March, 1518, as
word-496 Oct 31 of the same year he published his 95 Theses
word-505 appear in print were also occasioned by the work of his
word-509 were occasioned by attacks from outside sources, viz., the Resolutiones disputationis
word-545 from his paramount duty, the edification of the congregation. The autumn
word-565 Oct 31 of the same year he published his 95 Theses
word-584 and pressing labors; still Luther served his congregation with a whole
word-658 Confess; Of Meditation on the Sacred Passion of Christ; Of Twofold
word-702 Week; Of Usury; Of the Sacrament of Penitence; Of Preparation for
word-711 Week; Of Usury; Of the Sacrament of Penitence; Of Preparation for
word-716 Week; Of Usury; Of the Sacrament of Penitence; Of Preparation for
word-719 Confess; Of Meditation on the Sacred Passion of Christ; Of Twofold
word-747 which Luther sought primarily to serve. If the bounds of his
word-750 primarily to serve. If the bounds of his congregation spread ever
word-754 the bounds of his congregation spread ever wider beyond Wittenberg, so
word-758 congregation spread ever wider beyond Wittenberg, so that his writings found
word-796 originally intended for the sick Elector of Saxony, was written by
word-798 for the sick Elector of Saxony, was written by him only
word-807 were occasioned by attacks from outside sources, viz., the Resolutiones disputationis
word-859 he recalled that in a previous sermon to his congregation he
word-920 that it far outgrew the bounds of a sermon for his
word-940 would become a whole booklet instead of a sermon; on May
word-957 material; on May 13. he speaks of its completion at an
word-1011 funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten Jar. It filled not less than 58 leaves,
word-1018 than 58 leaves, quarto. In spite of its volume, however, the
word-1038 however, not only for the narrow circle of the Wittenberg congregation,
word-1043 narrow circle of the Wittenberg congregation, but for the Christian layman
word-1048 congregation, but for the Christian layman in general. In the dedicatory
word-1079 hear it daily, who think lightly of my poverty and say
word-1119 during my life I had served but one layman for his
word-1122 congregation, but for the Christian layman in general. In the dedicatory
word-1180 Since Luther had dedicated the afore- mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria
word-1197 Since Luther had dedicated the afore- mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria
word-1237 have reason to take a special interest in the fact that
word-1311 Rom. 3 31)— that the zealous performance of good works had
word-1351 1517 the rumor had already spread that Luther intended to do
word-1361 do away with good works. Duke George of Saxony had received
word-1366 Duke George of Saxony had received no good impression from a
word-1414 if a member of the Electoral house should harbor like scruples,
word-1445 deep as was Luther' s own. The Middle Ages had differentiated
word-1468 formed or ornate faith. The former was held to be a
word-1481 any life or effect, the latter to be identical with love
word-1530 was seriously interested in religious questions was reared under the influence
word-1543 Now, since Luther had opposed the doctrine of justification by
word-1602 not the brother of the Elector was disturbed by such scruples,
word-1632 to a member of the Electoral house. At any rate the
word-1651 thoughts of his much- abused pastor and professor at Wittenberg, for
word-1655 abused pastor and professor at Wittenberg, for never before had Luther
word-1677 a fundamental, thorough and profound way.
word-1682 2. The Contents of the Work.— A perusal of the contents
word-1701 its production, attained a greater length than was originally intended. To
word-1744 were consecutively numbered. But in spite of this, the plan of
word-1748 in spite of this, the plan of the whole is clear
word-1824 any other precious thing had experienced so much augmentation and diminution"
word-1841 all have but one simple goodness, or they are nothing but
word-1867 was urging nothing but the so- called self- elected works, such
word-1874 elected works, such as " running to the convent, singing, reading,
word-1877 as " running to the convent, singing, reading, playing the organ,
word-1956 a lower order. For these reasons it is Luther' s highest
word-1993 the accusations against him will quickly collapse.
word-2029 as are comprehended within the bounds of one' s particular calling,
word-2113 angry and puts sufferings and adversities upon us; it is the
word-2119 upon us; it is the assurance of the divine good will
word-2152 would condemn and show His wrath eternally." Where such faith lives
word-2207 the man, he needs no teacher in good works, as little
word-2242 are to stand toward each other, what they are to do,
word-2265 continues, is " the true fulfilment of the First Commandment, apart
word-2333 way for the following argument, wherein he proposes to exhibit the
word-2362 does it require this and that; it forbids but one thing,
word-2370 but one thing, unbelief; it requires but one thing, faith, "
word-2472 it, that though he has preached against " good works," it
word-2528 the fundamental part of the treatise. It was not Luther' s
word-2534 It was not Luther' s intention, however, to speak only on
word-2553 relation to faith; he would show, too, how the " best
word-2610 that he of his own accord and at all times does
word-2653 until he has applied his oft repeated words concerning the relation
word-2693 and confidence toward God, he derives the good work of the
word-2721 and confidence toward God, he derives the good work of the
word-2740 prayer and the hearing of preaching, to incline the imagination of
word-2751 our hearts toward God' s benefits, and, to that end, to
word-2755 s benefits, and, to that end, to mortify and overcome the
word-2757 and, to that end, to mortify and overcome the flesh." From
word-2767 and confidence toward God, he derives the good work of the
word-2789 one- half of the entire treatise. Among the good works which,
word-2812 faith, Luther especially mentions the proper hearing of mass and of
word-2818 hearing of mass and of preaching, common prayer, bodily discipline and
word-2833 flesh, and he joins the former and the latter by an
word-2836 joins the former and the latter by an important fundamental discussion
word-2868 faith, according to this Commandment, consists in the faithful performance of
word-2901 well as in the common civil sphere. The various duties issue
word-2945 to speak of the spiritual powers, the government of the Church,
word-2982 spiritual mother, as it is due to natural parents, unless it
word-2997 first Three Commandments. But as matters stand now the spiritual magistrates
word-3028 and follows a lover, and instead they undertake strange and evil
word-3066 and insane. Kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities must begin
word-3075 must begin of their own accord and put a check to
word-3097 now too timid, may be induced to follow. But even the
word-3103 to follow. But even the civil magistrates must also suffer reforms
word-3222 an easy matter to be graciously and favorably minded toward one'
word-3225 to be graciously and favorably minded toward one' s neighbor and
word-3279 of others, nor cleave to money, but according to the Seventh
word-3284 money, but according to the Seventh Commandment, will use it with
word-3290 Commandment, will use it with cheerful liberality for the benefit of
word-3297 for the benefit of the neighbor. Where such confidence is present
word-3336 stake, whether it be against pope or kings. Where such faith
word-3347 is present there is also strife against the evil lust, as
word-3364 Commandments, and that even unto death.
word-3369 3. The Importance of the Work.— Inquiring now into the importance
word-3379 importance of the book, we note that Luther' s impression evidently
word-3403 as March 25.— that he believed it to be better than
word-3420 book, indeed, surpasses all his previous German writings in volume, as
word-3448 content. In comparison with the prevalent urging of self- elected works
word-3466 a complete misunderstanding of the so- called evangelical counsels ( comp.
word-3485 as self- evident and zealously urged by the whole church, Luther'
word-3500 appeared to all thoughtful and earnest souls as a revelation, when
word-3558 is the work which God requires of us. Over against the
word-3565 us. Over against the wide- spread opinion, as though the will
word-3566 Over against the wide- spread opinion, as though the will of
word-3587 the outward work always especially mentioned, Luther' s argument must have
word-3640 the text, and when he directed Christians not to rest in
word-3713 at the dawn of the Reformation, still it had never before
word-3726 clearly recognized as the only correct principle, much less had it
word-3735 had it been so energetically carried out from beginning to end,
word-3740 carried out from beginning to end, as is done in this
word-3746 as is done in this treatise. Over against the deep- rooted
word-3763 must bestow upon faith its form, its content and its worth
word-3768 form, its content and its worth before God, it must have
word-3793 had it been so energetically carried out from beginning to end,
word-3817 form, its content and its worth before God, it must have
word-3841 breach with the whole of prevalent religious views, and at that
word-3880 Scriptures concerning the way of salvation. This, too, accounts for the
word-3936 is revealed in such a heart- refreshing manner. Luther' s appeal
word-3949 treatise to kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities, to declare
word-3954 nobility, municipalities and communities, to declare against the misuse of spiritual
word-3965 powers and to abolish various abuses in civil life, marks this
word-3967 to abolish various abuses in civil life, marks this treatise as
word-4018 of Witttenberg, coming from the narrow limits of the convent, had
word-4022 the narrow limits of the convent, had an intimate and sympathetic
word-4035 the social needs of his time. Thus he proved by his
word-4038 of his time. Thus he proved by his own example that
word-4056 of Witttenberg, coming from the narrow limits of the convent, had
word-4110 six more editions between the years of 1521 and 1525; in
word-4135 1525; and all this in spite of the fact that in
word-4142 six more editions between the years of 1521 and 1525; in
word-4144 that in those years the so- called three great Reformation writings
word-4162 shadow. Melanchthon, in a contemporaneous letter to John Hess, called it
word-4177 John Mathesius, the well- known pastor at Joachimsthal and Luther' s
word-4206 its peculiar mission to the Church. The seeking after self- elected
word-4223 commanded of God, the foolish opinion, that the path of works
word-4242 are even to- day widely prevalent within the kingdom of God.
word-4315 born Prince and Lord, John Duke of Saxony, Landgrave of Thuringia,
word-4317 and Lord, John Duke of Saxony, Landgrave of Thuringia, Margrave of
word-4394 too feeble to undertake anything worthy of being offered to your
word-4409 my most gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony, Elector and Vicar
word-4411 gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony, Elector and Vicar of the
word-4412 Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony, Elector and Vicar of the Holy
word-4428 brother, has not despised, but graciously accepted my slight book, dedicated
word-4433 graciously accepted my slight book, dedicated to his electoral Grace, and
word-4436 slight book, dedicated to his electoral Grace, and now published— though
word-4446 though such was not my intention, I have taken courage from
word-4481 in gracious kindness and good will. I have hoped that your
word-4489 hoped that your princely Grace likewise would not despise this my
word-4496 not despise this my humble offering which I have felt more
word-4518 For the greatest of all questions has been raised, the question
word-4539 and deception than in anything else, and in which the simpleminded
word-4549 simpleminded man is so easily misled that our Lord Christ has
word-4595 which ought to have a single simple goodness, and without it
word-4597 to have a single simple goodness, and without it are mere
word-4635 and German sermons for the unlearned laity, this shall not disturb
word-4659 ability I have, helped one layman to be better! I would
word-4680 let all my little books perish.
word-4709 believe that if I were minded to make great books according
word-4728 help, do it more readily perhaps than they could prepare a
word-4732 readily perhaps than they could prepare a little discourse after my
word-4745 accomplishment were as easy as persecution, Christ would long since have
word-4804 write in German for the unlearned laymen. Although I too have
word-4858 are used only in the schools, among the learned.
word-4899 and which I owe the Church. Whoever likes it not, may
word-4900 which I owe the Church. Whoever likes it not, may hear
word-4924 to be my debtors, it matters little. For me it is
word-5005 Therefore, in dutiful humility I pray that your princely
word-5015 princely Grace may accept this offering of mine with a gracious
word-5025 gracious mind, until, if God grant me time, I prepare a
word-5029 God grant me time, I prepare a German exposition of the
word-5109 DR. MARTIN LUTHER. From Wittenberg, March 29th, A. D. 1520.
word-5144 which God has forbidden. Therefore whoever wishes to know and to
word-5318 believe on Him Whom He hath sent." When we hear or
word-5374 it the inflow of their goodness, like a loan. This we
word-5394 find many who pray, fast, establish endowments, do this or that,
word-5477 all these works are done outside of faith, therefore they are
word-5485 therefore they are nothing and altogether dead. For as their conscience
word-5523 therefore the works lack their head, and all their life and
word-5658 they consider to be in vain, and think that God cares
word-5682 service of God, Who is served by all things whatsoever that
word-5716 accepteth thy works. Let thy garments be always white; and let
word-5728 head lack no ointment. Live joyfully with the wife whom thou
word-5746 accepteth thy works. Let thy garments be always white; and let
word-5826 the truth, if we can comfort our hearts before Him and
word-5886 born of God, that is, whoever believes and trusts God, doth
word-5897 not commit sin, and cannot sin." Again, Psalm xxxiv: " None
word-5910 not commit sin, and cannot sin." Again, Psalm xxxiv: " None
word-5945 that they do must be quickly forgiven. Behold, then, why I
word-5955 I exalt faith so greatly, draw all works into it, and
word-5975 IV. Now every one can note and tell for himself when
word-5990 good or what is not good; for if he finds his
word-6026 is absent, or if he doubts, the work is not good,
word-6066 of or in faith is sin." Faith, as the chief work,
word-6137 heretic because of them, is due to the fact that men
word-6156 set faith not above, but beside other virtues, and have given
word-6167 it a work of its own, apart from all works of
word-6292 to the Galatians: " You received the Spirit not because of
word-6304 good works, but when you believed the Word of God."
word-6309 V. In this faith all works
word-6333 away, whether they be great, small, short, long, few or many.
word-6334 whether they be great, small, short, long, few or many. For
word-6389 have their name from the head, and without the head no
word-6421 has no need of a teacher of good works, but whatever
word-6432 he finds to do he does, and all is well done;
word-6484 s mother: " When she believed the priest Eli who promised
word-6495 her God' s grace, she went home in joy and peace,
word-6543 not permit itself to be bound to any work, nor does
word-6558 to be taken from it, but, as the First Psalm says,
word-6568 " He bringeth forth his fruit in his season," that is,
word-6601 and are pleased with each other, and thoroughly believe in their
word-6638 and more. They make no difference in works: they do the
word-6653 much, as gladly as the small, the short, the little, and
word-6655 gladly as the small, the short, the little, and vice versa;
word-6668 too with joyful, peaceful, confident hearts, and each is a free
word-6702 imagined whereby a man may win favor; and yet he goes
word-6703 whereby a man may win favor; and yet he goes about
word-6728 captive, more than half in despair, and often makes a fool
word-6733 despair, and often makes a fool of himself.
word-6772 freely; not that he may gather many merits and good works,
word-6816 at one with God, or doubts, hunts and worries in what
word-6837 God. He runs to St. James of Compostella, to Rome, to
word-6855 s prayer and the rest, fasts on this day and on
word-6863 day and on that, makes confession here, and makes confession there,
word-6867 day and on that, makes confession here, and makes confession there,
word-6869 here, and makes confession there, questions this man and that, and
word-6941 it is written, Wisdom of Solomon v: " We have wearied
word-6976 not known it, and the sun of righteousness rose not upon
word-7014 suffer in body, property, honor, friends, or whatever they have, and
word-7131 leave me, for He is standing and is ready graciously to
word-7135 is standing and is ready graciously to help, and through the
word-7152 Himself to be seen. And Jeremiah says in Lamentations, " He
word-7217 their suffering is always an offence and harmful to them, and
word-7233 some good works, as they think, and are not aware of
word-7240 are not aware of their unbelief. But they who in such
word-7377 sufferings there is an immeasurable difference and the sufferings are infinitely
word-7384 VIII. Beyond all this is the
word-7550 to lead men from the false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works,
word-7566 churches, homes, low and higher classes are overfilled, and lead them
word-7619 if only they pray, fast, establish endowments, go to confession, and
word-7681 are done; and so they build their confidence not on divine
word-7814 him God only with your lips, or worship him with the
word-7939 and by which they are directed and measured, so also its
word-7975 and by which they are directed and measured, so also its
word-8001 were no God, Therefore St. Augustine well says that the works
word-8064 that He wished to be favorable and to love me, which
word-8091 X. Now you see for yourself
word-8169 had all the prayers, fasting, obedience, patience, chastity, and innocence of
word-8239 they say, to make God favorable to themselves, and to buy
word-8287 be converted to the right way. Such too are all who
word-8294 too are all who in adversity run hither and thither, and
word-8305 look for counsel and help everywhere except from God, from Whom
word-8321 to seek it; whom the Prophet Isaiah reproves thus, Isaiah ix:
word-8336 not to Him that smiteth them"; that is, God smote them
word-8343 is, God smote them and sent them sufferings and all kinds
word-8350 sufferings and all kinds of adversity, that they should run to
word-8382 the devil; and of such idolatry much is written in the
word-8389 to seek it; whom the Prophet Isaiah reproves thus, Isaiah ix:
word-8405 the way of all holy hypocrites when they are in trouble:
word-8452 let others consider them pious people.
word-8503 righteous before God. If righteousness consists of faith, it is clear
word-8559 faith, that some have taken offence at his words and say:
word-8662 jewels, garments, trinkets and treasures, running to Rome and to the
word-8695 idol, but before the holy cross of God or the pictures
word-8780 equal value, as has been said. But if we doubt or
word-8825 outwardly honoring God, but inwardly setting up self as a false
word-8847 against the display, magnificence and multitude of such works and have
word-8894 works, expecting by them to win God' s favor and anticipate
word-8922 He has promised His grace freely, and wills that we begin
word-8935 that grace, and in it perform all works, whatever they may
word-8941 all works, whatever they may be.
word-8942 XII. Note for yourself, then, how
word-8943 XII. Note for yourself, then, how far
word-8960 First Commandment with outward works only, and keeping it with inward
word-8981 the other only makes worse idolatry and the most mischievous hypocrites
word-8986 idolatry and the most mischievous hypocrites on earth, who with their
word-9037 man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there";
word-9075 These and similar passages have moved me and ought
word-9077 These and similar passages have moved me and ought to move
word-9093 display of bulls, seals, flags, indulgences, by which the poor folk
word-9102 poor folk are led to build churches, to give, to endow,
word-9115 and yet faith is not mentioned, and is even suppressed. For
word-9139 work above another cannot exist beside faith. For faith desires to
word-9153 service of God, and will grant this name and honor to
word-9189 perversion is indicated in the Old Testament, when the Jews left
word-9219 men also do: they are zealous to do all works, but
word-9235 XIII. Where now are they who
word-9245 who ask, what works are good; what they shall do; how
word-9340 such faith in no one else, and so to have only
word-9374 not doing something, enduring or running away from something ( for,
word-9392 who will be pious and filled with good works, begin and
word-9523 Name of Jesus Christ, our Lord." Now it cannot be done
word-9651 in all works the master- workman and captain, or they are
word-9671 do we have so many laws of the Church and of
word-9707 the First Commandment?" I answer: Simply because we do not all
word-9754 But now there are four kinds of men: the first,
word-9761 of men: the first, just mentioned, who need no law, of
word-9821 The second class want to abuse this freedom, put a false
word-9849 as free men, but not using your liberty for a cloak
word-9851 men, but not using your liberty for a cloak of maliciousness,"
word-9902 that a man is not bound only to one work or
word-9915 few. So also St. Paul, Galatians v: " Use not your
word-9920 men, but not using your liberty for a cloak of maliciousness,"
word-9931 flesh." Such men must be urged by laws and hemmed in
word-9933 men must be urged by laws and hemmed in by teaching
word-10035 coaxed like young children and tempted with external, definite and prescribed
word-10038 children and tempted with external, definite and prescribed decorations, with reading,
word-10040 tempted with external, definite and prescribed decorations, with reading, praying, fasting,
word-10082 great danger here, when the rulers, as is now, alas! the
word-10089 is now, alas! the case, busy themselves with and insist upon
word-10116 they ought always to teach along with these works, just as
word-10128 mother gives her child other food along with the milk, until
word-10129 they ought always to teach along with these works, just as
word-10140 mother gives her child other food along with the milk, until
word-10143 XV. Since, then, we are not
word-10197 so he did himself, I. Corinthians ix: " To them that
word-10228 when He was asked to pay tribute, which He was not
word-10234 tribute, which He was not obligated to pay, argues with St.
word-10252 give tribute, or only other people. St. Peter answers: " Only
word-10287 hook, and take up the fish that first cometh up; and
word-10336 the others do not yet believe, he observes and bears with
word-10347 them what he is not obligated to do. But this he
word-10354 do. But this he does freely, for he is certain that
word-10438 do not speak of the second, third and fourth classes of
word-10442 the second, third and fourth classes of men, but of the
word-10469 first class must endure and instruct them. Therefore we must not
word-10557 for their conscience sake, to cling to some works and do
word-10640 XVI. But you say: How can
word-10830 we sin, we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv:
word-10832 we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv: " For
word-10834 Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs xxiv: " For a just
word-10876 damnable sins before God' s judgment, as it is written, Psalm
word-10914 damnable sins before God' s judgment, as it is written, Psalm
word-10925 favor, kindness and mercy, like David, Psalm xxvi: " Thy loving
word-10995 good, not by their own nature, but by the mercy and
word-11024 because of the works, but comfort ourselves because of the grace
word-11083 and yet do not do enough; and all this is the
word-11098 XVII. But if you ask, where
word-11124 certainly most necessary to know. First: Without doubt faith does not
word-11161 love to us as exceeding sweet and kindly, in that, while
word-11172 we were yet sinners, Christ died for us"; as if he
word-11200 it, yes, while we still continually walked in sins, Christ dies
word-11219 we were yet sinners, Christ died for us"; as if he
word-11234 His blood, shall we be saved from wrath through Him; and
word-11236 shall we be saved from wrath through Him; and if, when
word-11255 by the death of His Son, much more, being reconciled, shall
word-11263 His blood, shall we be saved from wrath through Him; and
word-11291 thee His mercy without any previous merits of thine own, and
word-11295 any previous merits of thine own, and from such a view
word-11306 of His grace must thou draw faith and confidence of the
word-11316 the forgiveness of all thy sins. Faith, therefore, does not begin
word-11343 blood, wounds and death of Christ. If thou see in these
word-11374 must in its turn grow sweet and kindly affectioned toward God,
word-11470 XVIII. So far we have treated
word-11535 and not take it in vain. This, like all the other
word-11600 true, that there is no difference in works where faith is
word-11683 more useful than the other; so, here also, to praise God'
word-11717 same faith as all the others.
word-11726 well that this work is lightly esteemed, and has indeed become
word-11772 and faith are so much experienced and felt as in honoring
word-11783 God' s Name; and it greatly helps to strengthen and increase
word-11788 greatly helps to strengthen and increase faith, although all works also
word-11805 says, II. Peter i: " Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence
word-11821 XIX. The First Commandment forbids us
word-11881 God except by faith or unbelief, by trusting or doubting; of
word-11909 to use His Name in vain. Yet this is not to
word-11959 it be honored with the lips, bending of the knees, kissing
word-12026 of this Commandment, if he will; so that he truly need
word-12036 need not make a long pilgrimage or seek holy places. For,
word-12047 tell me, what moment can pass in which we do not
word-12059 ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the other hand, suffer
word-12072 what else are God' s blessings and adversities than a constant
word-12074 are God' s blessings and adversities than a constant urging and
word-12077 blessings and adversities than a constant urging and stirring up to
word-12086 up to praise, honor, and bless God, and to call upon
word-12133 for what other purpose have tongue, voice, language and mouth been
word-12148 " Lord, open Thou my lips, and my mouth shall show
word-12212 God' s praise shall be continually in my mouth." And St.
word-12220 mouth." And St. Paul, I. Corinthians x: " Whether therefore ye
word-12240 the glory of God." Also Colossians iii: " Whatsoever ye do
word-12259 of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father."
word-12292 XX. On this is based the
word-12325 the privacy of his home joyfully praises God when he fares
word-12330 joyfully praises God when he fares well, or with entire confidence
word-12341 joyfully praises God when he fares well, or with entire confidence
word-12355 acceptable work than another, who fasts much, prays much, endows churches,
word-12368 and burdens himself with great deeds in this place and in
word-12377 and in that. Such a fool opens wide his mouth, looks
word-12381 a fool opens wide his mouth, looks for great works to
word-12398 he does not at all notice this greatest work, and praising
word-12431 own devising, in which he perhaps praises himself more than God,
word-12569 make; and that every one thinks they are easy, because it
word-12631 boldly, Romans ii, that they blaspheme God' s Name who make
word-12670 but genuinely to praise and bless Him in His good deeds
word-12675 bless Him in His good deeds and confidently to call upon
word-12677 in His good deeds and confidently to call upon Him in
word-12722 And yet there is a constant increase of high, pretty, shining
word-12723 yet there is a constant increase of high, pretty, shining works
word-12730 high, pretty, shining works of men' s devising, or of works
word-12753 faith and without faithfulness; in short, there is nothing good back
word-12765 them. Thus also Isaiah xlviii. rebukes the people of Israel: "
word-12830 in themselves, their works and powers, and yet called upon God'
word-12863 praise God in all His benefits, which are innumerable, so that
word-12933 has indeed not lived in vain. And in this matter none
word-13001 a name for oneself, or fame and a great reputation, that
word-13077 Now the world regards this terrible vice as the
word-13079 Now the world regards this terrible vice as the highest virtue,
word-13161 and worth, who are not moved by praise and honor; but
word-13179 body and life, friend and property and everything in the effort
word-13186 everything in the effort to win praise and honor. All the
word-13193 and honor. All the holy Fathers have complained of this vice
word-13215 vice to be overcome. St. Augustine says: " All other vices
word-13219 Augustine says: " All other vices are practised in evil works;
word-13288 is it. Now we all pass by this good work and
word-13355 murder and adultery; but its wickedness is not so clearly seen
word-13364 clearly seen as that of murder, because of its subtilty, for
word-13409 and dishonor, and so be induced to do good. For there
word-13586 person could be more easily trained and incited by God' s
word-13683 Just as young children are induced to pray, fast, learn, etc.,
word-13690 pray, fast, learn, etc., by gifts and promises of the parents,
word-13709 treat them so all their lives, so that they never learn
word-13775 him, and that he give offence to no one, as St.
word-13789 " We are to be zealous to do good, not only
word-13801 God, but also before all men." And II. Corinthians iv: "
word-13804 before all men." And II. Corinthians iv: " We walk so
word-13846 them. Here the saying of Solomon holds: " As the fire
word-13860 the gold, so man is proved by the mouth of him
word-13910 ascribe all their honor and fame to God, offering it to
word-13913 honor and fame to God, offering it to Him alone, and
word-13919 it to Him alone, and using it only to the glory
word-13929 glory of God, to the edification of their neighbors, and in
word-13960 himself above the most incapable, despised man on earth, but acknowledge
word-14032 your Father Who is in heaven." He does not say, "
word-14065 in themselves." This is the correct use of God' s Name
word-14080 glory of God, to the edification of their neighbors, and in
word-14082 praised through the edification of others. And if men want to
word-14181 fame, if he had remained constant in his great gifts and
word-14185 remained constant in his great gifts and virtues; so God must
word-14221 medicine, because of our perverse wickedness, which not only does the
word-14267 is surrounded on all sides; but, alas! because of his blindness,
word-14324 because they rejected such self- devised works and preached only God'
word-14327 such self- devised works and preached only God' s commandments, as
word-14337 as one of them says, Jeremiah vii: " Thus saith the
word-14432 These and numberless like passages of Scripture are spoken to
word-14464 to turn men, with a single mind, to the simple meaning
word-14474 meaning of God' s commandment only, that they shall diligently observe
word-14505 thine hand, and for a memorial between thine eyes." And Psalm
word-14588 the left into evil works, fights on our right through self-
word-14594 on our right through self- devised works that seem good, but
word-14646 every need. For this God regards as keeping His Name holy
word-14653 keeping His Name holy and greatly honoring it, if we name
word-14664 and call upon it in adversity and need. And this is
word-14679 and call upon it in adversity and need. And this is
word-14689 lets us live in many wicked, sinful affections, that He may
word-14690 us live in many wicked, sinful affections, that He may thereby
word-14708 to run to Him, to cry aloud to Him, to call
word-14782 God' s Name is, how powerful it is to help all
word-14815 This is the experience of David, Psalm liv: " Thou hast
word-14846 xci says, " Because he hath set his hope upon Me,
word-14863 xci says, " Because he hath set his hope upon Me,
word-14902 not mention the trials of adversity, which are innumerable. For this
word-14932 for then a man is tempted to forget God, to become
word-14995 in broad day, in all men' s daily experience, that more
word-15042 for his people, lest they forsake God' s commandment for no
word-15084 has it forsaken its God." Wherefore also God let many of
word-15091 God let many of its enemies remain and would not drive
word-15196 want to be more than others; they teach men to make
word-15314 faith and confidence, and a cheerful meditation of and calling upon
word-15346 men and creatures they must believe, and trust to them for
word-15400 assistance, but also commands us confidently to look for it, and
word-15412 and urges all manner of reasons why we should place such
word-15492 the devil, who is a wicked, lying spirit, keeps faith with
word-15588 " Gold is a thing wherein men trust." But far greater
word-15603 " Gold is a thing wherein men trust." But far greater
word-15618 Even if none of these adversities constrain us to call upon
word-15700 namely, to fight with these enemies and sins. The flesh seeks
word-15702 fight with these enemies and sins. The flesh seeks pleasure and
word-15741 these three are all so powerful that each one of them
word-15779 in a firm faith, as Solomon says, Proverbs xviii: " The
word-15781 firm faith, as Solomon says, Proverbs xviii: " The Name of
word-15802 and is set aloft." And David, Psalm cxvi: " I will
word-15819 upon the Name of the Lord." Again, Psalm xviii: " I
word-15835 praise: so shall I be saved from all mine enemies." These
word-15877 His Name, because we are trained only in our self devised
word-15882 trained only in our self devised works, which we were able
word-15893 to do with our own powers.
word-15906 that we shall not swear, curse, lie, deceive and conjure with
word-15908 shall not swear, curse, lie, deceive and conjure with the holy
word-15925 it; which are very simple matters and well known to every
word-15940 which have been almost exclusively preached and proclaimed under this Commandment.
word-15956 shall prevent others from making sinful use of God' s Name
word-15966 Name by lying, swearing, deceiving, cursing, conjuring, and otherwise. Herein again
word-16009 misuse it in a spiritual manner, and to proclaim it to
word-16101 strive against spiritual and temporal powers, and be accused of disobedience.
word-16116 up against us the rich, learned, holy, and all that is
word-16117 against us the rich, learned, holy, and all that is of
word-16149 yet every Christian is also obligated to do so when time
word-16182 do, and show by our deeds that we love God and
word-16232 and give up all other goods.
word-16247 wrong, where truth or righteousness suffers violence or need, and dare
word-16292 to the poor, or the despised or their own enemy, they
word-16296 the despised or their own enemy, they are quiet and patient.
word-16348 on the thing. These are hypocrites within and have only the
word-16358 the appearance of defending the truth. For they well know that
word-16381 learned and one' s own friends, and can in turn enjoy
word-16523 judge unjustly, and accept the persons of the wicked? Judge the
word-16588 do not see, but they stop at the reputation of the
word-16628 powerful, rich and friends do injustice and oppress the poor, the
word-16679 take the part of the unrighteous, not approve them, but speak
word-16712 all holy places, acquired all indulgences, built all churches and endowed
word-16811 act so very rashly and lightly in this respect, we must
word-16817 in this respect, we must cry out with the prophet, Omnis
word-16897 not want to do it alone; He wants us to work
word-16935 honor, He will, after all, perform the work alone, and help
word-16953 to help Him and have despised the great honor of doing
word-16966 He will condemn with the unrighteous, because they have made common
word-17020 would be given us in vain, because no one would have
word-17047 himself to see whether he regards God and His Name as
word-17072 this work to resist all false, seductive, erroneous, heretical doctrines, every
word-17123 they assert that he who resists them resists God and all
word-17125 they assert that he who resists them resists God and all
word-17156 heareth Me, and he that despiseth you, despiseth Me." On which
word-17158 heareth Me, and he that despiseth you, despiseth Me." On which
word-17180 to leave undone what they please; put to the ban, accurse,
word-17187 to the ban, accurse, rob, murder, and practise all their wickedness,
word-17192 murder, and practise all their wickedness, in whatever way they please
word-17380 matter, how often would the knaves of officiales have to decree
word-17410 one have to hold his tongue, to whom the world must
word-17448 be right. Here no one fights for God' s Name and
word-17500 touch. But the prophets of old were masters in this; also
word-17540 s Name or in his own. They looked on the works
word-17652 might shudder to be alive, simply because of the misuse and
word-17678 we will, as I fear, openly worship the devil as a
word-17690 so completely do the spiritual authorities and the learned lack all
word-17711 pray God earnestly that He hallow His Name. But it will
word-17717 His Name. But it will cost blood, and they who enjoy
word-17743 martyrs. Of this more another time.
word-17775 in faith and in the assurance of divine favor; and how
word-17778 in the assurance of divine favor; and how much we must
word-17797 alone, and how we, alas! busy ourselves much with other works,
word-17818 Third Commandment: " Thou shalt hallow the day of rest." In
word-17828 In the First Commandment is prescribed our heart' s attitude toward
word-17839 God in thoughts, in the Second, that of our mouth in
word-17850 In the First Commandment is prescribed our heart' s attitude toward
word-17876 Commandments are written, and they govern man on the right side,
word-17937 sermon on holy days. So understood there are very few works
word-17947 works in this Commandment; and these, if they are not done
word-17954 they are not done in assurance of and with faith in
word-18008 work days, what with loafing, gluttony, and drunkenness, gambling and other
word-18088 of the mass into our hearts, learn and remember something out
word-18096 remember something out of the preaching, seek, desire and expect something
word-18230 it: this is a new, everlasting Testament in My Blood, which
word-18247 many for the remission of sins. This shall ye do, as
word-18253 This shall ye do, as oft as ye do it, in
word-18271 has made for Himself a memorial or anniversary, to be daily
word-18300 money or temporal possessions are bequeathed and distributed, but the forgiveness
word-18321 has made for Himself a memorial or anniversary, to be daily
word-18345 proof and evidence of which, instead of letter and seal, He
word-18347 evidence of which, instead of letter and seal, He has left
word-18425 Christ through His testament has bequeathed and given you forgiveness of
word-18462 Christ through His testament has bequeathed and given you forgiveness of
word-18469 given me"? Oh, how many masses there are in the world
word-18492 benefit! Most grievously is God provoked to anger thereby. For this
word-18495 is God provoked to anger thereby. For this reason also no
word-18531 be rid of his sins; or, if he have an evil
word-18537 if he have an evil intention, he must be changed during
word-18558 testament. For this reason in olden times no open sinner was
word-18653 more gulden. Although Christ often fares like those who make several
word-18659 like those who make several persons rich by their testament, and
word-18666 like those who make several persons rich by their testament, and
word-18678 or thank them. So our masses at present are merely celebrated,
word-18686 are merely celebrated, without our knowing why or wherefore, and consequently
word-18695 and consequently we neither give thanks nor love nor praise, remain
word-18715 prayer. Of this more another time.
word-18818 we look on at unnumbered masses and do not know whether
word-19020 who would gladly hear it perish, since Christ has so strictly
word-19025 perish, since Christ has so strictly commanded that the Gospel and
word-19055 as He says: " As oft as ye do this, remember
word-19089 times to be a bishop, pastor and preacher; for no one
word-19143 should pray, not as the custom is, counting many pages or
word-19191 So St. Bernard instructs his brethren and says: " Dear brethren,
word-19209 as if it were in vain, for I tell you of
word-19234 in heaven; and you shall confidently expect from God one of
word-19271 Prayer is, therefore, a special exercise of faith, and faith
word-19333 receive any thing of the Lord." This is a clear statement,
word-19378 you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that
word-19488 know how to give good gifts to your children, and you
word-19497 and you yourselves are not naturally good, how much more shall
word-19519 V. Who is so hard and
word-19526 is so hard and stone- like, that such mighty words ought
word-19541 to pray with all confidence! joyfully and gladly? But how many
word-19582 it happen that so little improvement and benefit result from it,
word-19602 other than that which St. James indicates when he says: "
word-19631 the prayer, the prayer is dead, and nothing more than a
word-19671 great injury and blinding of souls, so that they go their
word-19689 of whether they receive, or desire, or trust; and in this
word-19695 or trust; and in this unbelief, the state of mind most
word-19701 the state of mind most opposed to the exercise of faith
word-19765 prescribe to Him a measure, manner, time or place; but if
word-19785 in another way than we think, we are to leave it
word-19867 God in spirit and in truth. For they who believe not
word-19892 go far astray with their unbelief. But they who set a
word-19956 road, trusting Him, and yet setting Him no bounds.
word-19969 that this Commandment, like the Second, is to be nothing else
word-20170 Christ and said: " Lord, increase our faith "; and He
word-20177 "; and He very frequently rebukes them because they have so
word-20189 Therefore you shall not despair, nor give up, even if
word-20301 they lead astray themselves and others; think they are very well
word-20311 well off, and so unknowingly build on the sand of their
word-20423 specially established, as indeed in olden times some Fathers prayed day
word-20426 indeed in olden times some Fathers prayed day and night. Nay,
word-20538 prayers, because of which He rebukes the hypocrites; not because the
word-20569 all times, and without the inner prayer of faith is nothing.
word-20585 the outward prayer in its proper time, especially in the mass,
word-20602 all times, and without the inner prayer of faith is nothing.
word-20619 in this work or in that; of which we have no
word-20651 VIII. Where now are they who
word-20687 is true, as the holy Fathers have said, that there is
word-20710 least considered easy, but with earnestness of heart to follow the
word-20748 heard: that is a great deed in God' s eyes.
word-20762 hinders men with all his powers. Oh, how often will he
word-20786 place, nay, often also raise doubts, whether a man is worthy
word-20791 doubts, whether a man is worthy to ask anything of such
word-20844 evil spirit knows well how powerful one man' s truly believing
word-20984 sternly, on pain of His everlasting displeasure and wrath, commanded us
word-21044 myself with all joy, however worthy or unworthy I may be?"
word-21220 you do not know or recognise your need, or have no
word-21272 to see your need than simply the Ten Commandments, in which
word-21405 and shall obtain help and mercy.
word-21449 evil words; how you are tempted to unchastity, covetousness and injustice
word-21452 you are tempted to unchastity, covetousness and injustice in word and
word-21454 tempted to unchastity, covetousness and injustice in word and deed against
word-21458 and injustice in word and deed against your neighbor; and you
word-21489 X. But I know well that
word-21584 and that, and do not wait until your leg is healed,
word-21611 no one whose leg is broken, or who is in bodily
word-21664 for faith, hope, love, humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace, righteousness, unless
word-21677 already free of all your unbelief, doubt, pride, disobedience, unchastity, anger,
word-21683 doubt, pride, disobedience, unchastity, anger, covetousness and unrighteousness. Although the more
word-21723 run to God; with the soul' s sickness we run from
word-21781 than the bodily need. Such plan and counsel is of the
word-21789 Not so, my good man! If you
word-22022 Saviour." For this reason Jeremiah, chapter xxix, commanded the people of
word-22058 life of the king of Babylon and for the life of
word-22065 for the life of his son, that we may live in
word-22116 as a congregation with one accord to consider our need and
word-22136 and call upon Him for mercy. But this must be done
word-22143 this must be done with heart- felt emotion and sincerity, so
word-22219 and petition for the entire congregation, if we scatter these prayers,
word-22242 one has regard for the other, nor concerns himself for another'
word-22274 and petition for the entire congregation, if we scatter these prayers,
word-22302 XII. A suggestion of this common
word-22323 end of the sermon the Confession of Sins is said and
word-22337 on the pulpit for all Christendom. But this should not be
word-22352 matter, as is now the custom and fashion; it should be
word-22359 fashion; it should be an exhortation to pray throughout the entire
word-22420 pray for every one with earnestness and faith.
word-22443 way, so that a common earnest heart- cry of the entire
word-22444 so that a common earnest heart- cry of the entire people
word-22445 that a common earnest heart- cry of the entire people would
word-22468 such a prayer! What more terrible thing could happen to all
word-22518 prayer against everything that may oppose it. This the evil spirit
word-22544 he lets us go on building churches, endowing many monastic houses,
word-22596 whole duty. But in that meanwhile this common, effectual and fruitful
word-22731 XIII. The power of this prayer
word-22744 in the fact that in olden times Abraham prayed for the
word-22751 Abraham prayed for the five cities, Sodom, Gomorrah, etc., Genesis xviii,
word-22779 city, God would not have destroyed them. What then could many
word-22800 St. James also says: " Dear brethren,
word-22813 another, that ye may be saved. For the prayer of a
word-22894 by the space of three years and six months. And he
word-22914 There are many texts and examples in the Scriptures which urge
word-22929 that it be done with earnestness and faith. As David says,
word-23002 God do, if you come along with your mouth, book or
word-23005 you come along with your mouth, book or Paternoster, and think
word-23150 great princes. These do not plan merely to babble a certain
word-23195 good confidence that he will grant it. So we must deal
word-23204 must deal with God of definite things, namely, mention some present
word-23271 St. Barbara; we vow a pilgrimage to St. James, to this
word-23274 vow a pilgrimage to St. James, to this place and to
word-23280 to this place and to that; then we make earnest prayer,
word-23284 to that; then we make earnest prayer, have a good confidence
word-23382 Christians, especially of the spiritual estate, and you will find how
word-23391 find how faith, hope, love, obedience, chastity and every virtue languish,
word-23402 and all manner of heinous vices reign; what a lack there
word-23420 only knaves, children, fools and women rule. Then you will see
word-23436 hour without ceasing to pray everywhere with tears of blood to
word-23484 of the world. If such terrible crimes do not move you
word-23523 you, however righteous you may be. But it has all been
word-23539 anger is greatest and Christendom suffers the greatest need, then petitioners
word-23558 as Isaiah says with tears, chapter lxiv: " Thou art angry
word-23665 is frequently written of the Prophet Moses, that he restrained God,
word-23680 XV. But what will they do,
word-23714 it, condemn, malign, sing and talk of their neighbor' s sins,
word-23762 it, condemn, malign, sing and talk of their neighbor' s sins,
word-23779 prophesied by the thief on Christ' s left hand, who blasphemed
word-23817 God, how blind, nay, how insane have we Christians become! When
word-23846 to pray for which we gather together in Church and at
word-23856 at the mass, that we blaspheme and condemn men, this is
word-23863 condemn men, this is the fruit of our mad materialism. If
word-23871 mad materialism. If the Turk destroys cities, country and people, and
word-23872 materialism. If the Turk destroys cities, country and people, and ruins
word-23887 great injury has been done Christendom. Then we complain, and urge
word-23919 sin flourishes, then no one thinks of fighting, nay, pope, bishops,
word-23924 thinks of fighting, nay, pope, bishops, priests and clergy, who ought
word-23977 the Jews when they took Christ. It had to be an
word-23996 number of the best, who began the work of slaying Christ.
word-24001 the Jews when they took Christ. It had to be an
word-24023 God, how blind, nay, how insane have we Christians become! When
word-24101 blood, grievous labor and bitter death.
word-24102 XVI. Lo! where are the idle
word-24127 run to Rome, to St. James, hither and thither? Take up
word-24135 thither? Take up this one single work of the mass, look
word-24150 sin and ruin, and have pity on him; let it grieve
word-24177 of Christendom, especially of the rulers, whom God, for the intolerable
word-24194 allows to fall and be misled so terribly. If you do
word-24382 thereby benefit others to their salvation. Just as Christ on the
word-24388 Just as Christ on the Cross prayed not for Himself alone,
word-24446 do nothing else than heap abuse on those for whom they
word-24475 many good works of their own, and seem to men to
word-24497 XVII. Spiritually understood, this Commandment has
word-24529 " rest," because on the seventh day God rested and ceased
word-24551 " rest," because on the seventh day God rested and ceased
word-24597 is called rest- day or holiday or holy day. And would
word-24600 day or holiday or holy day. And would to God that
word-24611 is called rest- day or holiday or holy day. And would
word-24634 Sunday; then would many evil vices be done away with through
word-24667 holidays, to the destruction of souls, bodies and goods; of which
word-24677 which matter much might be said.
word-24700 Commandment is also to be understood in two ways.
word-24728 in order that we may gather in the church, see mass,
word-24759 God, as the Apostle says, Colossians ii, " Let no man
word-24768 man obligate you to any holiday whatever"— for they were of
word-24774 whatever"— for they were of old a figure, but now the
word-24794 holy days, as Isaiah says, chapter lxvi, " One holy day
word-25006 our own with all our powers. But how is this done?
word-25114 him, all this vice and wickedness must be choked and up-
word-25144 ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it may be no
word-25157 who live, but Christ Who lives, works and speaks in us.
word-25160 Christ Who lives, works and speaks in us. This is not
word-25186 be hurt. Here begins the strife between the spirit and the
word-25196 the flesh; here the spirit resists anger, lust, pride, while the
word-25216 ( as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it may be no
word-25223 They that are our Lord Christ' s have crucified the flesh
word-25271 XVIII. This rest, namely, that our
word-25295 First, through our own effort, secondly, through the effort or urging
word-25302 the effort or urging of others.
word-25465 nothing to his reason, as Jeremiah says, " O Lord, I
word-25481 is not in his own power." We see proof of this,
word-25492 when the children of Israel went out of Egypt through the
word-25512 when the children of Israel went out of Egypt through the
word-25536 from heaven, and kept their garments and shoes that they waxed
word-25543 shoes that they waxed not old, as we read in the
word-25580 us than our reason and will. And this is the first
word-25632 XIX. After this comes the discipline
word-25745 it is of far greater worth if they do not eat
word-25751 if they do not eat meat, eggs or butter. Beyond these
word-25752 they do not eat meat, eggs or butter. Beyond these are
word-25843 full; some fast by eating fish and other foods so lavishly
word-25860 if they do not eat meat, eggs or butter. Beyond these
word-25861 they do not eat meat, eggs or butter. Beyond these are
word-25898 everyone to choose his day, food and quantity for fasting, as
word-25912 condition that he do not stop with that, but have regard
word-26044 XX. Now, if some one should
word-26060 in his flesh from eating fish than from eating eggs and
word-26064 eating fish than from eating eggs and meat, let him eat
word-26066 than from eating eggs and meat, let him eat meat and
word-26135 of the Church, or the rules of monastic orders: for no
word-26381 how wisely or foolishly some women act when they are with
word-26387 act when they are with child, and how the sick are
word-26399 how wisely or foolishly some women act when they are with
word-26400 treated. For the foolish women cling so firmly to their fasting
word-26416 of great danger to the fruit of their womb and to
word-26462 of the preachers, because they continually prate of fasting, and never
word-26594 commanded to fast or to mortify the flesh, and are ready
word-26686 it is right to do so, and thus gradually lead them
word-26694 gradually lead them to a correct understanding. But if they are
word-26745 us suffering, as when our property is taken, our body sick,
word-26750 property is taken, our body sick, and our honor taken away;
word-26771 unrest. For God' s work rules in us according to His
word-26855 this shall rest and be dead, that we thus in every
word-26914 of all death and the world' s abuse; whereby He seeks
word-26984 have patience and peace; He bids us die that He may
word-26986 and peace; He bids us die that He may make us
word-27018 and peace; He bids us die that He may make us
word-27106 of rest, but also to hallow it or regard it as
word-27112 it or regard it as holy, whereby He declares that there
word-27165 Therefore a man shall also recognise them as holy things, be
word-27187 it or regard it as holy, whereby He declares that there
word-27201 saved, redeemed from all his sinful works. Thus says David: "
word-27242 nature is very unwilling to die and to suffer, and it
word-27294 trouble, and will deliver him." Likewise Psalm xxxiv: " The Lord
word-27327 strong example of it, His only, dear Son, Jesus Christ, our
word-27329 of it, His only, dear Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who
word-27448 three parts of man: reason, desire, aversion; in which all his
word-27457 all his works are done. These, therefore, must be slain by
word-27478 hurt done to us by others; and so they must spiritually
word-27569 three Commandments and their works naturally form, and how from the
word-27570 Commandments and their works naturally form, and how from the First
word-27591 and the Third in turn drives through the Second up into
word-27605 the first work is to believe, to have a good heart
word-27656 of and considering God' s benefits, and in addition chastising one'
word-27689 he rages and stirs up persecution, attacks body, goods, honor and
word-27729 by this faith is very greatly tried, even as gold in
word-27764 in this cruel form of wrath to regard Him as our
word-27867 itself again; just as the sun goes forth unto its setting
word-27872 sun goes forth unto its setting and comes again unto its
word-27898 night with passive living in adversity, and faith lives and works,
word-28217 is a greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft and dishonesty, and
word-28282 than to be angry, to strike than to curse, to strike
word-28285 angry, to strike than to curse, to strike father and mother
word-28287 than to be angry, to strike than to curse, to strike
word-28294 than to be angry, to strike than to curse, to strike
word-28337 and mother. And this honor consists not only in respectful demeanor,
word-28409 said: " Thou shalt honor them"; He does not say: "
word-28453 more than he fears the punishment. Just as there is fear
word-28463 fear in the honor we pay a sanctuary, and yet we
word-28479 as from a punishment, but draw near to it all the
word-28521 more than he fears the punishment. Just as there is fear
word-28622 but ( as they ought) instruct and direct them by words
word-28624 as they ought) instruct and direct them by words and works
word-28646 child' s own will is constantly broken, and it must do,
word-28647 s own will is constantly broken, and it must do, leave
word-28695 God' s grace. In like manner, when they punish and chastise,
word-28698 In like manner, when they punish and chastise, as they ought
word-28714 however, does not harm the soul' s salvation), our evil nature
word-28723 evil nature resents the correction. Beside all this, there are some
word-28824 of parents must also be understood of those who, when the
word-28845 relatives, god- parents, sponsors, temporal lords and spiritual fathers. For every
word-28861 be subject to other men. Wherefore we here see again how
word-28951 it. Here there is indeed mutual honor, here there is mutual
word-28956 it. Here there is indeed mutual honor, here there is mutual
word-28971 it. Here there is indeed mutual honor, here there is mutual
word-28977 This plague is so common that instances
word-28995 very seldom seen. This is due to the fact that the
word-29061 high positions: this the children like, and they obey very gladly
word-29098 Jeremiah, that the children are destroyed by their own parents, and
word-29190 and the desire of eternal blessings be quenched in them?
word-29218 For, truly, the knowledge and fulfilment of the first three and
word-29229 the last six Commandments depends altogether upon this Commandment; since parents
word-29248 Psalm lxxviii. says, " How strictly has He commanded our fathers,
word-29274 come might know them and declare them to their children' s
word-29288 is the reason why God bids us honor our parents, that
word-29394 regarded than the parents. But training after the fashion of the
word-29468 without the striving after more adornment and more possessions than are
word-29503 will, it must do the world' s will and play the
word-29509 s will and play the fool with the rest of men,
word-29532 avoid something worse. So Queen Esther wore her royal crown, and
word-29533 something worse. So Queen Esther wore her royal crown, and yet
word-29542 avoid something worse. So Queen Esther wore her royal crown, and
word-29552 the sign of my high estate, which is upon my head,
word-29557 estate, which is upon my head, has never yet delighted me,
word-29596 The heart that is so minded wears adornment without peril; for
word-29598 without the striving after more adornment and more possessions than are
word-29625 And these are the secret souls, hidden brides of Christ, but
word-29643 without the striving after more adornment and more possessions than are
word-29649 something worse. So Queen Esther wore her royal crown, and yet
word-29664 something worse. So Queen Esther wore her royal crown, and yet
word-29774 they would know and have experienced that they ought to ask
word-29811 V. Thus it is true, as
word-29832 do, could attain salvation by training their own children; if they
word-29867 the hungry, thirsty, naked, imprisoned, sick, strangers, than the souls of
word-29894 them as chief nurse, to wait on them, to give them
word-29933 Name, not to swear nor curse, to mortify themselves by praying,
word-29935 to swear nor curse, to mortify themselves by praying, fasting, watching,
word-29983 See, what great lessons are these, how many good works you
word-29997 in your home, with your child, that needs all these things
word-30151 from it; it makes no show, therefore it counts for nothing.
word-30163 this husband runs to St. James, that wife vows a pilgrimage
word-30168 James, that wife vows a pilgrimage to Our Lady; no one
word-30179 vows that he will properly govern and teach himself and his
word-30223 commanded him. Such perversity no bishop forbids, no preacher corrects; nay,
word-30248 saints, indulgence- fairs. God have pity on such blindness.
word-30328 and in the day of judgment, but will require of them
word-30343 entrusted to them. This is shown by that word of Christ,
word-30409 they had not had children, perhaps they might have been saved.
word-30414 perhaps they might have been saved. Truly, these words ought to
word-30446 be not deceived by their false, fleshly love, as if they
word-30447 not deceived by their false, fleshly love, as if they had
word-30498 of the children may be broken, and that the children may
word-30537 no one suppose that the training and teaching of his children
word-30582 be nothing else than an exhortation and exercise of his faith,
word-30597 and look to Him for blessings and a gracious will; without
word-30601 for blessings and a gracious will; without which faith no work
word-30607 without which faith no work lives, or is good and acceptable;
word-30617 acceptable; for many heathen have trained their children beautifully, but it
word-30629 all lost, because of their unbelief.
word-30719 first. The spiritual authority should punish sin with the ban and
word-30771 subjects like the mothers who forsake their children and run after
word-30809 government at all left in Christendom.
word-30855 debt, and this should not be. But spiritual authority should look
word-30867 it, that adultery, unchastity, usury, gluttony, worldly show, excessive adornment, and
word-30869 adultery, unchastity, usury, gluttony, worldly show, excessive adornment, and such like
word-30882 and shame might be most severely punished and corrected; and they
word-30895 manage the endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools, and earnestly maintain
word-30897 endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools, and earnestly maintain worship in
word-30900 parishes and schools, and earnestly maintain worship in them, provide for
word-30909 provide for the young people, boys and girls, in schools and
word-30913 people, boys and girls, in schools and cloisters, with learned, pious
word-30917 in schools and cloisters, with learned, pious men as teachers, that
word-30941 good example and Christendom be filled and adorned with fine young
word-30947 and adorned with fine young people. So St. Paul teaches his
word-30959 Titus, that he should rightly instruct and govern all classes, young
word-30961 he should rightly instruct and govern all classes, young and old,
word-30966 govern all classes, young and old, men and women. But now
word-30994 alas! come to such a pass that the places where good
word-31005 people, boys and girls, in schools and cloisters, with learned, pious
word-31007 taught have become schools of knavery, and no one at all
word-31019 VIII. If the above order prevailed,
word-31057 their children do as they please; at present the spiritual authority
word-31066 spiritual authority threatens, dispenses, takes money, and pardons more than it
word-31090 more of it than is good; greed holds the reins, and
word-31123 than the worldly estate itself. Meanwhile Christendom must be ruined, and
word-31131 be ruined, and this Commandment perish.
word-31136 If there were a bishop who would zealously provide for
word-31176 Christendom was at its best estate, each city had a bishop,
word-31197 If there were a bishop who would zealously provide for
word-31225 that we pray God for mercy. Of spiritual power we have
word-31239 spiritual government nothing or little. Meanwhile may he help who can,
word-31249 can, that endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools be well established
word-31251 endowments, monastic houses, parishes and schools be well established and managed;
word-31280 of endowments, monastic houses and schools, where they cannot be cared
word-31312 whereby God is the more provoked to anger.
word-31319 IX. Since, then, the authorities so entirely neglect their work,
word-31374 IX. Since, then, the authorities so entirely neglect their work,
word-31454 it is not valid and amounts to nothing; and we also
word-31456 not valid and amounts to nothing; and we also sin if
word-31487 fasting do not include the sick, the pregnant women, or those
word-31496 or those who for other reasons cannot fast without injury. And,
word-31520 of spiritual wares, which are openly and shamelessly bought and sold,
word-31526 and shamelessly bought and sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships,
word-31540 thing that has ever been founded to God' s service far
word-31578 parishes, bishoprics and prelacies are torn to pieces, deserted, laid waste,
word-31621 the hands not only of unlearned and unfit men, but the
word-31645 thing that has ever been founded to God' s service far
word-31655 for the instruction, government and improvement of the people, must now
word-31682 yet we have no more thanks than that they mock us
word-31692 X. If then such unbearable abuses
word-31697 X. If then such unbearable abuses are all carried on in
word-31700 such unbearable abuses are all carried on in the Name of
word-31723 spiritual power were instituted to blaspheme God' s honor, to destroy
word-31738 we are indeed in duty bound to resist in a proper
word-31743 bound to resist in a proper way as much as we
word-31773 right that which has been founded for God' s service in
word-31807 here, where it ought to serve. How can we be so
word-31836 and thus allow Christendom to perish, it is our duty first
word-31865 to work to the same end, send the courtesans and those
word-31878 letters from Rome about their business, in a reasonable, gentle way
word-31882 their business, in a reasonable, gentle way inform them that, if
word-31894 wish to care for their parishes properly, they shall live in
word-31931 the churches, then let the pope feed them, whom they serve.
word-31932 churches, then let the pope feed them, whom they serve. It
word-31936 pope feed them, whom they serve. It is not fitting that
word-31952 servants, his people, yes, his knaves and whores, to the destruction
word-31979 the nobility ought to attack first: not seeking thereby their own
word-31989 own benefit, but only the improvement of Christendom, and the prevention
word-32035 him ( although with all humility and honor), might destroy child,
word-32040 humility and honor), might destroy child, heir and everybody. Thus we
word-32077 they attempt, lest Christendom be destroyed thereby.
word-32078 attempt, lest Christendom be destroyed thereby.
word-32081 XI. Some think, this should be referred to
word-32174 bar to ward off all reformation, to retain protection and liberty
word-32179 reformation, to retain protection and liberty for all their knavery, although
word-32183 and liberty for all their knavery, although this oath is demanded,
word-32229 remedy remaining, if kings, princes, nobility, cities and communities themselves began
word-32230 remaining, if kings, princes, nobility, cities and communities themselves began and
word-32234 nobility, cities and communities themselves began and opened a way for
word-32240 bar to ward off all reformation, to retain protection and liberty
word-32297 think they can prevent this, amounts to nothing; just as it
word-32299 can prevent this, amounts to nothing; just as it amounts to
word-32303 think they can prevent this, amounts to nothing; just as it
word-32308 amounts to nothing if an insane father severely threatens the son
word-32310 nothing if an insane father severely threatens the son who restrains
word-32321 XII. The third work of this
word-32370 the ordinances of the worldly power." But it is the work
word-32383 temporal power to protect its subjects, and to punish thievery, robbery,
word-32386 protect its subjects, and to punish thievery, robbery, and adultery, as
word-32435 they lie to the government, deceive it, and are disloyal, neither
word-32468 injustice, as the King of Babylon did to the people of
word-32485 obeyed, without treachery and deception. Secondly, when men speak evil of
word-32501 and when a man cannot revenge himself and abuses the government
word-32504 man cannot revenge himself and abuses the government with grumbling and
word-32526 regard that which St. Peter bids us regard, namely, that its
word-32554 unless indeed it should try openly to compel us to do
word-32567 God or men; as in former days when the magistrates were
word-32589 do. For to suffer wrong destroys no one' s soul, nay,
word-32613 do. For to suffer wrong destroys no one' s soul, nay,
word-32622 it should gain all the world' s wealth.
word-32625 XIII. This also is the reason
word-32649 the spiritual, when it does wrong. For the temporal power can
word-32657 temporal power can do no harm, I since it has nothing
word-32733 the spiritual, when it does wrong. For the temporal power can
word-32768 also believe nothing and do nothing; since this power is instituted
word-32924 now see it do every day.
word-32947 a common and especially harmful plague of this power, against which
word-32987 says: " The spider- webs catch the small flies, but the
word-33037 advice, or has such a standing that they fear him, there
word-33052 unless God should do a special wonder) a childish government.
word-33099 babes to rule over them." Four plagues God has named in
word-33171 honor, discipline, virtue and the soul' s salvation. For pestilence and
word-33173 virtue and the soul' s salvation. For pestilence and famine make
word-33201 XV. A prince must also be
word-33248 s authority than to risk property and person, if it is
word-33265 rights attach only to temporal goods.
word-33298 misfortune may come to others thereby. So we read of the
word-33329 indications of greater benefit than harm, or at least that the
word-33358 is always greater than the catch can be." For he who
word-33376 than if he were walking alone; when alone he may walk,
word-33387 jump, and do as he will; but when he drives, he
word-33414 that more than his own will. So also a prince leads
word-33421 also a prince leads a multitude with him and must not
word-33436 also a prince leads a multitude with him and must not
word-33453 pleasure. For when a prince rules after his own mad will
word-33463 will and follows his own opinion, he is like a mad
word-33510 would be most profitable for rulers, that they read, or have
word-33526 on, the histories, both in sacred and in profane books, in
word-33537 which they would find more examples and skill in ruling than
word-33558 the kings of Persia did, Esther vi. For examples and histories
word-33561 which they would find more examples and skill in ruling than
word-33570 and teach more than the laws and statutes: there actual experience
word-33582 XVI. Three special, distinct works all
word-33628 seasonings and spices and the like, without which men could well
word-33691 Secondly, to forbid the excessive cost
word-33696 Secondly, to forbid the excessive cost of clothing, whereby so much
word-33722 fearful to think that such abuse is to be found among
word-33746 and who should bear the Cross after Him and prepare for
word-33750 the Cross after Him and prepare for the life to come
word-33775 that it is practised so freely, without punishment, without shame, without
word-33786 hindrance, nay, that praise and fame are sought thereby, this is
word-33819 troubles all lands, peoples and cities through its cunning form, by
word-33823 and cities through its cunning form, by which it appears not
word-33858 See, these are the three Jews, as men say, who suck
word-33889 XVII. Here too ought to be
word-33992 among Christians, a thing formerly altogether unheard of. It should be
word-34001 should be a rule that boys and girls should be married
word-34017 prevented. Such a rule and custom ought to be sought for
word-34037 it was possible among the Jews, why should it not also
word-34057 in villages, towns and some cities, as we all see, why
word-34189 do every hour and could constantly serve God. But these works,
word-34247 to serve and benefit his neighbor.
word-34248 XVIII. The fourth work of this
word-34263 servants and workmen toward their lords and ladies, masters and mistresses.
word-34297 not cheating them nor opposing them"; for this reason also: because
word-34364 with God, if a man suffers harshness, being innocent."
word-34394 over- reaching; this is a plague sent of God. And truly,
word-34395 reaching; this is a plague sent of God. And truly, this
word-34520 of as an exercise and exhortation ever to strengthen their faith
word-34554 XIX. On the other hand, the
word-34580 all things too closely, occasionally overlook something, and for peace' sake
word-34620 Of this St. Paul says, Colossians iv, " Masters, do unto
word-34633 which is just and equal, knowing that ye also have a
word-34641 also have a Master in heaven." Therefore as the masters do
word-34672 be so much the more gentle toward their servants, and overlook
word-34677 all things too closely, occasionally overlook something, and for peace' sake
word-34751 men, such as making pilgrimages, building churches, seeking indulgence, and the
word-34757 churches, seeking indulgence, and the like.
word-34761 Here I ought naturally also to say how a
word-34812 husband should love his wife, overlook a little, and not deal
word-34818 a little, and not deal strictly with her, of which matter
word-34852 XX. But all that has been
word-34875 Obedience is the duty of subjects, considerateness that of masters, that
word-34970 by what other people or classes of people do; let him
word-35020 stand, nor let himself be torn from it, although heaven stood
word-35048 road that leads him to heaven."
word-35077 would he be in a short time, so quietly and secretly
word-35087 secretly that no one would notice it except God alone! But
word-35134 although it is written in Proverbs i, that divine wisdom crieth
word-35205 they shall say unto you: Lo, here is Christ, or there,
word-35251 obedience is the duty of subjects, that they direct all their
word-35254 duty of subjects, that they direct all their diligence and effort
word-35269 leave undone what their over- lords desire of them, that they
word-35281 not allow themselves to be torn or driven from this, whatever
word-35314 whatever name it may be called, if he does not earnestly
word-35334 should happen, as it often does, that the temporal power and
word-35344 and authorities, as they are called, should urge a subject to
word-35393 to obey God rather than men." He did not say: "
word-35414 to obey God rather than men." He did not say: "
word-35429 and his cause was manifestly unrighteous, we should not follow nor
word-35465 false witness, steal, lie or deceive and the like. Here we
word-35468 lie or deceive and the like. Here we ought rather give
word-35487 The four preceding Commandments have their works
word-35525 highly of himself; but in humility know himself and allow himself
word-35647 animals have, lions and snakes, Jews, Turks, knaves, murderers, bad women.
word-35658 These are all content and gentle when men do what they
word-35668 they want, or let them alone; and yet there are not
word-35718 if he had his own way. Dissatisfaction and resentment overwhelm you
word-35736 how full of anger and wickedness you are, that you may
word-35766 and through, that which is shown toward opponents and enemies, does
word-35774 and enemies, does them no harm, does not revenge itself, does
word-35777 them no harm, does not revenge itself, does not curse nor
word-35817 it returns good for evil, speaks well of them, thinks well
word-35821 evil, speaks well of them, thinks well of them, prays for
word-35846 you. Pray for them that persecute you and revile you." And
word-35855 And Paul, Romans xii: " Bless them which curse you, and
word-35887 Christians, so that nothing now everywhere prevails except strife, war, quarreling,
word-35898 anger, hatred, envy, back- biting, cursing, slandering, injuring, vengeance, and all
word-35925 hear masses, say our prayers, establish churches, and more such spiritual
word-35989 be from meekness and the fulfilment of this Commandment; although God
word-36029 God does not bestow an enemy and opponent as a proof
word-36040 of his own anger and wickedness, that is, one who afflicts
word-36052 in goods, honor, body or friends, and thereby tries whether anger
word-36069 be well- disposed toward his enemy, speak well of him, do
word-36105 works, please God and be saved. Let him set his enemy
word-36110 God does not bestow an enemy and opponent as a proof
word-36115 enemy before him, keep him constantly before the eyes of his
word-36140 be well- disposed toward his enemy, speak well of him, do
word-36195 say that my contention was wrong. But if this is what
word-36220 avail is it, that we busy ourselves with other great works
word-36270 is, all manner of invective, cursing, reviling, slandering), he shall be
word-36279 shall be in danger of everlasting fire." What remains then for
word-36302 words of anger are so severely condemned?
word-36336 and heirs of God and brethren of Christ, Whose heart was
word-36349 for us all when He died on the holy Cross. Even
word-36458 worshiped the golden calf and provoked God to anger, he put
word-36475 thereby made atonement before God. Likewise it is not fitting that
word-36526 must protect, and injury or injustice to our neighbor we must
word-36549 and rebuke, yet always with pity for those who have merited
word-36556 those who have merited the punishment.
word-36560 This high, noble, sweet work can easily be learned,
word-36565 sweet work can easily be learned, if we perform it in
word-36568 easily be learned, if we perform it in faith, and as
word-36606 man to be gracious and favorable to his neighbor, however much
word-36626 more against God. Behold, a short Commandment this, but it presents
word-36655 commanded, which includes much and drives away much vice; it is
word-36768 little prayer, have observed the fasts and feasts, then we think
word-36818 in the thoughts of our hearts, in the seeing of our
word-36836 in the words of our mouth, in the works of our
word-36853 body. To control all these requires labor and effort; and thus
word-36896 attempting or doing it. St. Augustine says, that among all the
word-36940 and lamented, as St. Paul does, Romans vii: " I find
word-37001 labor over against idleness. For gluttony, drunkenness, lying late abed, loafing
word-37019 unchastity, with which chastity is quickly overcome. On the other hand,
word-37041 with which unchastity is mastered; but, as has been said above,
word-37101 Gospel, and in it consider Christ' s sufferings. Thus says Psalm
word-37108 Thus says Psalm cxxxvii: " Happy shall he be, that taketh
word-37120 dasheth the little ones of Babylon against the rock," that is,
word-37202 for this purpose, but men stop in these works as if
word-37262 adornment, and neither associate nor talk with members of the opposite
word-37281 else may be conducive to chastity. In all these things no
word-37291 no one can fix a definite rule and measure. Each one
word-37376 monastic houses were established of old, to teach young people discipline
word-37426 that is, a guard of chastity. For he who so lives
word-37453 so much more easily resist fleshly impurity: and in such faith
word-37478 that is, a guard of chastity. For he who so lives
word-37632 and fights, and without ceasing drives out all the poison with
word-37656 I beseech you, abstain from fleshly desires and lusts, which war
word-37684 lusts." In these and like passages it is shown that no
word-37687 and like passages it is shown that no one is without
word-37728 which we shall have our comfort and satisfaction. For they who
word-37789 many good works, and is opposed to many vices, and is
word-37814 every one with one' s goods. And it fights not only
word-37817 one' s goods. And it fights not only against theft and
word-37852 sell as solid, counterfeit wares, short measures and weights, and who
word-37917 his eyes in his trade, business, and dealings with his neighbor,
word-37949 keep his promise, and the like. And when we consider the
word-37963 his eyes in his trade, business, and dealings with his neighbor,
word-38023 says not in vain: " Happy is the rich man, who
word-38085 they are very few who notice and recognise such lust for
word-38087 very few who notice and recognise such lust for gold in
word-38205 nor set his trust on money, but let the gold run
word-38215 run after him, and money wait on his favor, and let
word-38240 is the true, generous, wonderworking, happy man, as Job xxxi says:
word-38330 whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!" I do
word-38355 shall not worry, not be greedy, not despair, thinking that he
word-38357 worry, not be greedy, not despair, thinking that he will not
word-38364 that he will not have enough; for in Adam we are
word-38408 whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!" I do
word-38430 shall not worry, not be greedy, not despair, thinking that he
word-38436 whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!" I do
word-38443 shall not worry, not be greedy, not despair, thinking that he
word-38504 him; therefore he does not cling to money; he uses it
word-38512 he uses it also with cheerful liberality for the benefit of
word-38546 not lie to him nor forsake him, as it is written,
word-38590 Apostle calls no other sin idolatry except covetousness, because this sin
word-38663 feels that the cause of covetousness is distrust and the cause
word-38691 that he will always have enough; on the other hand, a
word-38717 Commandment faith is the master- workman and the doer of the
word-38767 liberality shall extend even to enemies and opponents. For what manner
word-38775 For what manner of good deed is that, if we are
word-38842 his heavenly Father makes His sun to rise on good and
word-38949 this work. For if your enemy needs you and you do
word-38988 So says St. Ambrose, " Feed the hungry; if you do
word-38995 hungry; if you do not feed him, you have, as far
word-39022 which Christ will require at men' s hands at the last
word-39028 s hands at the last day.
word-39033 But the magistrates and cities ought to see to it
word-39061 restrictions and rules, so that knaves be not permitted to run
word-39076 guise of mendicants, and their knavery, of which there now is
word-39090 I have spoken at greater length of this Commandment in the
word-39102 This Commandment seems small, and yet is so great,
word-39145 of that small member, the tongue, and is called in German
word-39173 evil works of the tongue. First: those which are committed by
word-39203 and wants to prove and maintain his case by a false
word-39210 case by a false argument, catch his neighbor with subtilty, produce
word-39314 s cause as for their own. Thus they intentionally allow their
word-39413 For a man wants to revenge himself on his enemy: but
word-39442 begins the flattering and fawning, or, on the other hand, the
word-39451 hand, the withholding of the truth. Here no one is willing
word-39479 so God' s Commandment must perish. And this is almost universally
word-39550 not to be a false witness against one' s neighbor.
word-39554 false witness against one' s neighbor.
word-39562 is a second bearing of witness to the truth, which is
word-39621 is hard to resist, must oppose and persecute it. Of which
word-39623 to resist, must oppose and persecute it. Of which it is
word-39642 of the hand of the wicked, and help the forsaken to
word-39648 and help the forsaken to maintain his just cause."
word-39653 Such persecution, it is true, has now
word-39680 the Gospel, but let it perish, and so have abandoned the
word-39768 portion of the kings, princes, bishops, doctors and clergy, and all
word-39778 all that is great, would oppose it and rage against it,
word-39808 comes from God. This is proved in Christ, Who was and
word-39920 attacked by peasants, herdsmen, stable- boys and men of no standing,
word-39939 confess it and to bear witness to it? But when the
word-39948 when the pope, and the bishops, together with princes and kings
word-40017 by the truth, though it cost life or cloak, though it
word-40025 cloak, though it be against pope or kings; as we see
word-40070 come and go as they please; as is written in Psalm
word-40097 the tyrants, the mighty, who persecute the truth and despise God,
word-40113 does not regard them, he despiseth them; on the other hand,
word-40171 Lo, in this Commandment again you
word-40185 faith must be the master- workman in this work also, so
word-40215 as has now been often said. Therefore, apart from faith all
word-40223 from faith all works are dead, however good the form and
word-40253 in the confidence of divine favor; so also he does no
word-40418 and easily known: such as building churches, beautifying them, making pilgrimages,
word-40432 is written at so great length in the Canon Law and
word-40439 the Canon Law and has misled and burdened the world and
word-40465 man, although he neglect all else, has enough to do with
word-40553 unto the grave, and the strife in us against them endures
word-40595 our thoughts reach after until death. For no one has ever
word-40627 is born in us by nature, and temptation were offered. For
word-40640 is born in us by nature, and temptation were offered. For
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word-61 without any urging on his part, he attained to this position
word-63 urging on his part, he attained to this position by inward
word-66 part, he attained to this position by inward necessity. In 1515
word-68 attained to this position by inward necessity. In 1515 he received
word-74 In 1515 he received his appointment as the standing substitute for
word-118 In 1515 he received his appointment as the standing substitute for
word-154 denial of the knowledge of salvation which God had led him
word-183 than the one God had revealed to him in His Word.
word-188 revealed to him in His Word. He could not deny before
word-192 His Word. He could not deny before the congregation which had
word-202 had been intrusted to his care, what up to this time
word-214 had taught with ever increasing clearness in his lectures at the
word-217 ever increasing clearness in his lectures at the University— for in
word-224 ever increasing clearness in his lectures at the University— for in
word-235 to deliver in 1513, he declares his conviction that faith alone
word-256 had taught with ever increasing clearness in his lectures at the
word-303 literary works to appear in print were also occasioned by the
word-316 his calling and of his office in the Wittenberg congregation. He
word-325 congregation. He had no other object in view than to edify
word-363 year he published his 95 Theses against Indulgences. These were indeed
word-371 These were indeed intended as controversial theses for theologians, but at
word-372 were indeed intended as controversial theses for theologians, but at the
word-397 his congregation to declare his position in this matter and to
word-405 matter and to put in issue the whole question as to
word-416 the right and wrong of indulgences by means of his theses.
word-425 his theses. His sermon Of Indulgences and Grace, occasioned by Tetzel'
word-499 the same year published a series of controversial writings, which were
word-501 These were indeed intended as controversial theses for theologians, but at
word-502 published a series of controversial writings, which were occasioned by attacks
word-507 writings, which were occasioned by attacks from outside sources, viz., the
word-580 were replete with disquietude and pressing labors; still Luther served his
word-590 the same year published a series of controversial writings, which were
word-655 Instruction how to Confess; Of Meditation on the Sacred Passion of
word-706 the Sacrament of Penitence; Of Preparation for Death; Of the Sacrament
word-708 of Penitence; Of Preparation for Death; Of the Sacrament of Baptism;
word-720 the Sacrament of the Sacred Body; Of Excommunication. With but few
word-732 literary works to appear in print were also occasioned by the
word-778 Luther' s fault. Even the Tessaradecas consolatoria, written in 1519 and
word-783 consolatoria, written in 1519 and printed in 1520, a book of
word-791 book of consolation, which was originally intended for the sick Elector
word-811 To this circle of writings the treatise Of
word-823 Works also belongs Though the incentive for its composition came from
word-826 Though the incentive for its composition came from George Spalatin, court-
word-827 the incentive for its composition came from George Spalatin, court- preacher
word-829 for its composition came from George Spalatin, court- preacher to the
word-830 its composition came from George Spalatin, court- preacher to the Elector,
word-869 he occasionally had made a similar promise to deliver a sermon
word-884 Though the incentive for its composition came from George Spalatin, court-
word-893 else in view but the preparation of a sermon for his
word-930 congregation. On March 25. he wrote to Spalatin that it would
word-970 on June 8. he could send Melanchthon a printed copy. It
word-973 he could send Melanchthon a printed copy. It was entitled: Von
word-983 Von den guten werckenn: D. M. L. Vuittenberg. On the last
word-1021 quarto. In spite of its volume, however, the intention of the
word-1039 not only for the narrow circle of the Wittenberg congregation, but
word-1050 for the Christian layman in general. In the dedicatory preface Luther
word-1100 and German sermons for the untaught laity, I will not permit
word-1101 German sermons for the untaught laity, I will not permit that
word-1109 not permit that to move me. Would to God that during
word-1146 suffer all my books to perish thereafter.... Most willingly I will
word-1149 books to perish thereafter.... Most willingly I will leave the honor
word-1171 be ashamed of preaching and writing German to the untaught laity."
word-1175 and German sermons for the untaught laity, I will not permit
word-1183 Luther had dedicated the afore- mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria to the reigning
word-1184 had dedicated the afore- mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria to the reigning Prince,
word-1188 mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria to the reigning Prince, he now, probably on
word-1189 Tessaradecas consolatoria to the reigning Prince, he now, probably on Spalatin'
word-1192 the reigning Prince, he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated
word-1205 on Good Works to his brother John, who afterward, in 1525,
word-1217 the reigning Prince, he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated
word-1229 mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria to the reigning Prince, he now, probably on
word-1230 a member of the reigning house. Princes have reason to take
word-1248 preaching on good works should occur within their realm, for the
word-1267 largely upon the cultivation of morality on the part of their
word-1278 subjects. Time and again the papal church had commended herself to
word-1281 again the papal church had commended herself to princes and statesmen
word-1294 emphatic teaching of good works. Luther, on the other hand, had
word-1362 away with good works. Duke George of Saxony had received no
word-1369 Saxony had received no good impression from a sermon Luther had
word-1380 delivered at Dresden, because he feared the consequences which Luther' s
word-1419 Electoral house should harbor like scruples, especially since the full comprehension
word-1435 good works depended on an evangelical understanding of faith, as deep
word-1452 Middle Ages had differentiated between fides informis, a formless faith, and
word-1455 differentiated between fides informis, a formless faith, and fides formata or
word-1458 Middle Ages had differentiated between fides informis, a formless faith, and
word-1463 fides formata or informata, a formed or ornate faith. The former
word-1503 in good works must be added to the formless faith, as
word-1506 differentiated between fides informis, a formless faith, and fides formata or
word-1526 time every one who was seriously interested in religious questions was
word-1529 who was seriously interested in religious questions was reared under the
word-1535 questions was reared under the influence of these ideas.
word-1562 danger of being misunderstood by strangers, as though he held the
word-1599 question whether or not the brother of the Elector was disturbed
word-1607 Elector was disturbed by such scruples, Luther must have welcomed the
word-1617 the opportunity, when the summons came to him, to dedicate his
word-1633 a member of the Electoral house. At any rate the book
word-1661 for never before had Luther expressed himself on the important question
word-1673 good works in such a fundamental, thorough and profound way.
word-1679 2. The Contents of the Work.— A perusal
word-1687 Work.— A perusal of the contents shows that the book, in
word-1698 the course of its production, attained a greater length than was
word-1704 a greater length than was originally intended. To this fact it
word-1718 that a new numeration of sections begins with the argument on
word-1729 the Third Commandment, and is repeated at every Commandment thereafter, while
word-1738 that a new numeration of sections begins with the argument on
word-1756 whole is clear and lucid. Evidently the whole treatise is divided
word-1780 following sections. The first, being fundamental, is the more important part.
word-1788 more important part. Luther well knew of the charges made against
word-1813 knew, too, that " neither silver, gold and precious stone, nor
word-1817 neither silver, gold and precious stone, nor any other precious thing
word-1847 or they are nothing but color, glitter and deception." But especially
word-1855 deception." But especially was he aware of the fact that the
word-1891 praying matins, vespers, and other hours, founding and ornamenting churches, altars,
word-1892 matins, vespers, and other hours, founding and ornamenting churches, altars, convents,
word-1896 hours, founding and ornamenting churches, altars, convents, gathering chimes, jewels, vestments,
word-1898 and ornamenting churches, altars, convents, gathering chimes, jewels, vestments, gems and
word-1900 churches, altars, convents, gathering chimes, jewels, vestments, gems and treasures, going
word-1904 chimes, jewels, vestments, gems and treasures, going to Rome and to
word-1905 jewels, vestments, gems and treasures, going to Rome and to the
word-1916 saints, curtsying and bowing the knees, praying the rosary and the
word-1919 bowing the knees, praying the rosary and the psalter," etc., and
word-1949 one' s calling as a morality of a lower order. For
word-1953 a morality of a lower order. For these reasons it is
word-1962 it is Luther' s highest object in this treatise to make
word-1986 of good works has been understood, then the accusations against him
word-2015 of monastic or any other holiness, but such only as God
word-2033 the bounds of one' s particular calling, and all works, let
word-2057 faith, the first, greatest, and noblest of good works." ( John
word-2095 that all my doing is wellpleasing to Him; it is trust
word-2110 though He appears angry and puts sufferings and adversities upon us;
word-2115 puts sufferings and adversities upon us; it is the assurance of
word-2136 conscience with sin, death and hell, and deny it all grace
word-2138 sin, death and hell, and deny it all grace and mercy,
word-2171 even though they were as insignificant as the picking up of
word-2174 were as insignificant as the picking up of a straw"; but
word-2190 only such works as " heathen, Jew and Turk" may have
word-2219 does the husband or the wife, who only look for love
word-2280 no work that could do justice to this Commandment." With this
word-2286 to this Commandment." With this sentence he combines, on the one
word-2302 faith, as the best and noblest of good works, with his
word-2315 there are no good works besides those commanded of God), and,
word-2319 works besides those commanded of God), and, on the other hand,
word-2332 the way for the following argument, wherein he proposes to exhibit
word-2455 in view by those who accuse him of declaiming against good
word-2475 has preached against " good works," it was against such as
word-2492 contribute toward the confusion of consciences, because they are self- elected,
word-2561 " best work," faith, must prove itself in every way a
word-2577 other commandments. Luther does not proceed to this part, however, until
word-2580 does not proceed to this part, however, until in the fundamental
word-2594 said with emphasis, that the believer, the spiritual man, needs no
word-2647 Nor does he proceed until he has applied his
word-2654 he has applied his oft repeated words concerning the relation of
word-2706 " to praise God, to acknowledge His grace, to render all
word-2715 render all honor to Him alone." From the same source he
word-2742 the hearing of preaching, to incline the imagination of our hearts
word-2761 to mortify and overcome the flesh." From the same source he
word-2773 the works of the Second Table.
word-2785 Fourth Commandments claims nearly one- half of the entire treatise. Among
word-2906 civil sphere. The various duties issue from the various callings, for
word-2935 is the true " good work."
word-2953 of the Church, he frankly reveals their faults and demands a
word-2955 Church, he frankly reveals their faults and demands a reform of
word-2963 a reform of the present rulers. Honor and obedience in all
word-3005 the spiritual magistrates neglect their peculiar work, namely, the fostering of
word-3011 work, namely, the fostering of godliness and discipline, like a mother
word-3013 the fostering of godliness and discipline, like a mother who runs
word-3031 lover, and instead they undertake strange and evil works, like parents
word-3067 insane. Kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities must begin of
word-3069 princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities must begin of their own
word-3099 timid, may be induced to follow. But even the civil magistrates
word-3114 to be enacted in their particular spheres; especially are they called
word-3132 gluttony and drunkenness," luxury in clothing, the usurious sale of rents
word-3134 drunkenness," luxury in clothing, the usurious sale of rents and the
word-3160 Luther, at last, briefly treats of
word-3183 of these Commandments he never forgets to point out their relation
word-3202 of the book to the end. Faith which does not doubt
word-3338 it be against pope or kings. Where such faith is present
word-3383 we note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct, when
word-3384 note that Luther' s impression evidently was perfectly correct, when he
word-3390 was perfectly correct, when he wrote to Spalatin, long before its
word-3392 correct, when he wrote to Spalatin, long before its completion— as
word-3424 his previous German writings in volume, as well as all his
word-3433 all his Latin and German ones in clearness, richness and the
word-3456 self- elected works of monkish holiness, which had arisen from a
word-3468 misunderstanding of the so- called evangelical counsels ( comp. esp. Matthew
word-3479 which were at that time accepted as self- evident and zealously
word-3482 that time accepted as self- evident and zealously urged by the
word-3484 accepted as self- evident and zealously urged by the whole church,
word-3579 declared in the Ten Commandments referred only to the outward work
word-3617 when he taught men to recognize only the extreme point and
word-3668 into the whole depth and breadth of God' s will— positively
word-3689 extent as the heart has perceived it. Though this thought may
word-3698 thought may have been occasionally expressed in the expositions of the
word-3710 Commandments which appeared at the dawn of the Reformation, still it
word-3722 never before been so clearly recognized as the only correct principle,
word-3759 the works of love must bestow upon faith its form, its
word-3777 Commandments which appeared at the dawn of the Reformation, still it
word-3788 when Luther in this treatise declared, and with victorious certainty carried
word-3792 treatise declared, and with victorious certainty carried out the thought, that
word-3830 amplifies more clearly than ever before, demanded nothing less than a
word-3842 with the whole of prevalent religious views, and at that time
word-3851 that time must have been perceived as the discovery of a
word-3866 was no more than a return to the clear teaching of
word-3890 the fact that in this writing the accusation is more impressively
word-3898 amplifies more clearly than ever before, demanded nothing less than a
word-3909 by faith alone resulted in moral laxity, and that, on the
word-3929 by faith alone resulted in moral laxity, and that, on the
word-3932 the whole moral life is revealed in such a heart- refreshing
word-3950 to kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities, to declare against
word-3978 a forerunner of the great Reformation writings, which appeared in the
word-3979 forerunner of the great Reformation writings, which appeared in the same
word-3995 hand, his espousal of the rights of the " poor man"—
word-4019 Witttenberg, coming from the narrow limits of the convent, had an
word-4071 courage in the truth and sympathy for all manner of misery.
word-4076 sympathy for all manner of misery.
word-4082 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized the great importance of the
word-4097 period of seven months it passed through eight editions; these were
word-4103 through eight editions; these were followed by six more editions between
word-4107 were followed by six more editions between the years of 1521
word-4123 period of seven months it passed through eight editions; these were
word-4126 were followed by six more editions between the years of 1521
word-4148 the so- called three great Reformation writings of 1520 were casting
word-4196 Even to- day this book has its
word-4202 day this book has its peculiar mission to the Church. The
word-4215 self- elected works, the indolence regarding the works commanded of God,
word-4239 Even to- day this book has its
word-4300 M. REU. WARTBURG SEMINARY, DUBUQUE, IOWA.
word-4308 To the Illustrious, High- born Prince and Lord,
word-4309 To the Illustrious, High- born Prince and Lord, John
word-4329 Illustrious, High- born Prince, gracious Lord!
word-4330 Illustrious, High- born Prince, gracious Lord! My
word-4332 Illustrious, High- born Prince, gracious Lord! My humble duty
word-4340 My humble duty and my feeble prayer for your Grace always
word-4362 wished to show my humble respect and duty toward your princely
word-4376 exhibition of some such spiritual wares as are at my disposal;
word-4390 always considered my powers too feeble to undertake anything worthy of
word-4397 undertake anything worthy of being offered to your princely Grace.
word-4421 the Holy Roman Empire, your Grace' s brother, has not despised,
word-4423 Roman Empire, your Grace' s brother, has not despised, but graciously
word-4429 has not despised, but graciously accepted my slight book, dedicated to
word-4431 despised, but graciously accepted my slight book, dedicated to his electoral
word-4531 Works; in which is practised immeasurably more trickery and deception than
word-4559 has commanded us to watch carefully for the sheep' s clothings
word-4562 to watch carefully for the sheep' s clothings under which the
word-4570 under which the wolves hide themselves.
word-4572 Neither silver, gold, precious stones, nor any
word-4578 gold, precious stones, nor any rare thing has such manifold alloys
word-4582 any rare thing has such manifold alloys and flaws as have
word-4603 and without it are mere color, show and deceit.
word-4636 German sermons for the unlearned laity, this shall not disturb me.
word-4641 laity, this shall not disturb me. Would to God I had
word-4657 all the ability I have, helped one layman to be better!
word-4727 s help, do it more readily perhaps than they could prepare
word-4735 they could prepare a little discourse after my fashion. If accomplishment
word-4811 Although I too have little skill in it, I believe that
word-4824 had hitherto done, and should henceforth do more of it, Christendom
word-4867 Then, too, I have never forced or begged any one to
word-4912 read what others have to say. And if they are not
word-4925 be my debtors, it matters little. For me it is enough,
word-4945 read what others have to say. And if they are not
word-5021 of mine with a gracious mind, until, if God grant me
word-5073 If God permit, I will treat at another time of the
word-5101 your princely Grace, Your Princely Grace' s Humble Chaplain,
word-5145 God has forbidden. Therefore whoever wishes to know and to do
word-5170 xix, " If thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments."
word-5211 we must learn how to distinguish among good works from the
word-5237 works themselves, nor from the judgment of men or of human
word-5269 II. The first and highest, the most precious of all
word-5289 John vi. When the Jews asked Him: " What shall we
word-5342 thing and easy to do, whereas we ought here to pause
word-5355 time and to ponder it well. For in this work all
word-5425 pleases God, they say, " No"; they do not know, or
word-5454 necessary to be sure of this; and yet, on the other
word-5548 works done without faith, they accuse me of forbidding good works,
word-5587 they work at their trade, walk, stand, eat, drink, sleep, and
word-5588 work at their trade, walk, stand, eat, drink, sleep, and do
word-5629 find that they say, " No"; and they define good works
word-5670 for them. So through their damnable unbelief they curtail and lessen
word-5671 them. So through their damnable unbelief they curtail and lessen the
word-5675 damnable unbelief they curtail and lessen the service of God, Who
word-5703 " Go thy way with joy, eat and drink, and know
word-5764 they may be, without any distinction. And they are white when
word-5785 shall the head of my soul never lack the ointment of
word-5792 lack the ointment of a joyful conscience.
word-5840 confidence. And if our heart condemns or frets us, God is
word-6015 so small a thing as picking up a straw. If confidence
word-6022 a straw. If confidence is absent, or if he doubts, the
word-6035 not good, although it should raise all the dead and the
word-6038 it should raise all the dead and the man should give
word-6082 us the name of " believers on Christ." For all other
word-6090 For all other works a heathen, a Jew, a Turk, a
word-6118 Christian who is enlightened and strengthened by grace.
word-6144 the fact that men have followed blind reason and heathen ways,
word-6175 all works of the other virtues; although faith alone makes all
word-6228 it, as they say, although Scripture gives the name of a
word-6248 alone. Therefore it is no wonder that they have become blind
word-6255 they have become blind and leaders of the blind. And this
word-6258 blind and leaders of the blind. And this faith brings with
word-6316 this faith all works become equal, and one is like the
word-6324 is like the other; all distinctions between works fall away, whether
word-6437 does, and all is well done; as Samuel said to Saul:
word-6456 thee, and thou shalt be turned into another man; then do
word-6486 " When she believed the priest Eli who promised her God'
word-6507 thee, and thou shalt be turned into another man; then do
word-6657 the small, the short, the little, and vice versa; and that
word-6665 versa; and that too with joyful, peaceful, confident hearts, and each
word-6683 But where there is a doubt, search is made for what
word-6690 is made for what is best; then a distinction of works
word-6723 is, as it were, taken captive, more than half in despair,
word-6726 were, taken captive, more than half in despair, and often makes
word-6789 for him to please God thereby, and he serves God purely
word-6794 thereby, and he serves God purely for nothing, content that his
word-6819 God, or doubts, hunts and worries in what way he may
word-6843 of Compostella, to Rome, to Jerusalem, hither and yon, prays St.
word-6868 confession here, and makes confession there, questions this man and that,
word-6885 does all this with great effort, despair and disrelish of heart,
word-6922 all lost. Many have been crazed thereby; their fear has brought
word-6933 them into all manner of misery. Of these it is written,
word-6950 wearied ourselves in the wrong way; and have gone through deserts,
word-6953 the wrong way; and have gone through deserts, where there lay
word-6960 wearied ourselves in the wrong way; and have gone through deserts,
word-6982 of righteousness rose not upon us."
word-6990 these works faith is still slight and weak; let us ask
word-7012 when they suffer in body, property, honor, friends, or whatever they
word-7051 God when to all our senses and reason He appears to
word-7082 the Song of Songs: " Behold he standeth behind our wall,
word-7085 Songs: " Behold he standeth behind our wall, he looketh forth
word-7087 Behold he standeth behind our wall, he looketh forth at the
word-7098 windows"; that is, He stands hidden among the sufferings, which would
word-7110 Behold he standeth behind our wall, he looketh forth at the
word-7116 yea, like a wall of stone, and yet He looks upon
word-7150 He permits Himself to be seen. And Jeremiah says in Lamentations,
word-7176 know at all, and give up, thinking that God has forsaken
word-7192 enemy; they even lay the blame of their ills on men
word-7219 is always an offence and harmful to them, and yet they
word-7237 they think, and are not aware of their unbelief. But they
word-7281 and the rarest possessions, the value of which no one can
word-7326 is the death of His saints." And just as the confidence
word-7341 higher and stronger at this stage than in the first stage,
word-7376 and sufferings there is an immeasurable difference and the sufferings are
word-7383 and the sufferings are infinitely better.
word-7391 all this is the highest stage of faith, when; God punishes
word-7407 temporal sufferings, but with death, hell, and sin, and refuses grace
word-7431 angry eternally. This few men experience, but David cries out in
word-7517 and doubt even on the lowest step of faith.
word-7518 doubt even on the lowest step of faith.
word-7589 opposes me except the unclean beasts, which do not divide the
word-7677 only after the works are done; and so they build their
word-7698 have done, that is, on sand and water, from which they
word-7700 that is, on sand and water, from which they must at
word-7709 must at last take a cruel fall, as Christ says, Matthew
word-7710 at last take a cruel fall, as Christ says, Matthew vii.
word-7725 favor, on which our confidence rests, was proclaimed by the angels
word-7727 which our confidence rests, was proclaimed by the angels from heaven,
word-7748 Glory to God in the highest, peace to earth, gracious favor
word-7881 Him in spirit and in truth." And this faith, faithfulness, confidence
word-7894 the heart, is the true fulfilling of the First Commandment; without
word-7910 work that is able to satisfy this Commandment. And as this
word-7929 from which all the others proceed, in which they exist, and
word-7933 others proceed, in which they exist, and by which they are
word-7971 from which all the others proceed, in which they exist, and
word-7972 others proceed, in which they exist, and by which they are
word-7973 all others must proceed, exist, remain, be directed and measured. Compared
word-8015 Commandment are faith, hope and love. As I said above, such
word-8035 Nay, if we see it aright, love is the first, or
word-8045 or comes at the same instant with faith. For I could
word-8163 the other Commandments, and in addition had all the prayers, fasting,
word-8220 which come to you in sheep' s clothing." Such are all
word-8244 favorable to themselves, and to buy God' s grace from Him,
word-8273 nothing. These are the most perverse people on earth, who will
word-8302 and thither, and look for counsel and help everywhere except from
word-8324 whom the Prophet Isaiah reproves thus, Isaiah ix: " The mad
word-8396 in the Books of the Kings. This is also the way
word-8428 think of how they may get rid of their trouble through
word-8497 because of which he is counted righteous before God. If righteousness
word-8511 it is clear that faith fulfils all commandments and makes all
word-8518 commandments and makes all works righteous, since no one is justified
word-8523 righteous, since no one is justified except he keep all the
word-8573 will do no more good works," although he condemns such men
word-8576 more good works," although he condemns such men as erring and
word-8631 Commandment are singing, reading, organ- playing, reading the mass, saying matins
word-8632 are singing, reading, organ- playing, reading the mass, saying matins and
word-8642 and vespers and the other hours, the founding and decorating of
word-8644 and the other hours, the founding and decorating of churches, altars,
word-8649 founding and decorating of churches, altars, and monastic houses, the gathering
word-8654 altars, and monastic houses, the gathering of bells, jewels, garments, trinkets
word-8657 houses, the gathering of bells, jewels, garments, trinkets and treasures, running
word-8661 bells, jewels, garments, trinkets and treasures, running to Rome and to
word-8680 and bow, kneel, pray the rosary and the Psalter, and all
word-8737 do too, and do them daily.
word-8763 praiseworthy, not because of their virtue, but because of such faith,
word-8827 God, but inwardly setting up self as a false god. This
word-8844 so often spoken against the display, magnificence and multitude of such
word-8907 and so they make a fair of them, a thing which
word-8915 a thing which God cannot endure, since He has promised His
word-8924 promised His grace freely, and wills that we begin by trusting
word-8945 XII. Note for yourself, then, how far apart these
word-8952 how far apart these two are: keeping the First Commandment with
word-8965 only, and keeping it with inward trust. For this last makes
word-8995 with their apparent righteousness lead unnumbered people into their way, and
word-9019 and are caught in the pitiable babbling and mummery. Of such
word-9020 are caught in the pitiable babbling and mummery. Of such Christ
word-9069 worship God, for the Father seeketh spiritual worshipers."
word-9074 These and similar passages have moved me and
word-9098 indulgences, by which the poor folk are led to build churches,
word-9105 led to build churches, to give, to endow, to pray, and
word-9186 by faith. This perversion is indicated in the Old Testament, when
word-9198 Jews left the Temple and sacrificed at other places, in the
word-9364 of man cannot for an instant be without doing or not
word-9371 without doing or not doing something, enduring or running away from
word-9440 has to do, and how completely all things are included in
word-9466 and work of faith. In brief, nothing can be in or
word-9493 we believe ( as we ought) that all things please God.
word-9592 the use of all your limbs; but without health, the works
word-9618 the use of all your limbs; but without health, the works
word-9653 works the master- workman and captain, or they are nothing at
word-9782 not made for a righteous man," that is, for the believer,
word-9787 man," that is, for the believer, but believers of themselves do
word-9789 is, for the believer, but believers of themselves do what they
word-9810 God' s favor and grace rests upon them in all things.
word-9862 as if he said: The freedom of faith does not permit
word-9926 for an occasion to the flesh." Such men must be urged
word-9935 be urged by laws and hemmed in by teaching and exhortation.
word-9950 wicked men, always ready for sins; these must be constrained by
word-9961 spiritual and temporal laws, like wild horses and dogs, and where
word-9962 and temporal laws, like wild horses and dogs, and where this
word-9990 xiii: " The worldly ruler bears the sword, and serves God
word-10001 with it, not as a terror to the good, but to
word-10017 who are still lusty, and childish in their understanding of faith
word-10051 singing, adorning of churches, organ playing, and such other things as
word-10098 insist upon such ceremonies and external works as if they were
word-10153 not all alike, we must tolerate such people, share their observances
word-10156 we must tolerate such people, share their observances and burdens, and
word-10160 people, share their observances and burdens, and not despise them, but
word-10207 are under the law, I became as under the law, although
word-10226 Matthew xvii, when He was asked to pay tribute, which He
word-10229 He was asked to pay tribute, which He was not obligated
word-10248 He was asked to pay tribute, which He was not obligated
word-10258 Peter answers: " Only other people." Christ said: " Then are
word-10267 are the children of kings free; notwithstanding, lest we should offend
word-10272 free; notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go thou to the
word-10302 shalt find a piece of money; take that and give it
word-10340 yet believe, he observes and bears with them what he is
word-10408 But since in this discourse we have undertaken to teach
word-10475 them. Therefore we must not despise, as if they were hopeless,
word-10492 would gladly do right and learn, and yet cannot understand because
word-10508 they cling; we must rather blame their ignorant, blind teachers, who
word-10512 rather blame their ignorant, blind teachers, who have never taught them
word-10525 and have led them so deeply into works. They must be
word-10533 They must be gently and gradually led back again to faith,
word-10567 do them as necessary to salvation, so long as they rightly
word-10581 lest if we try to tear them out so suddenly, their
word-10623 fight against it, these we must, as Christ did and taught,
word-10628 must, as Christ did and taught, let go their way, that
word-10639 the blind may lead the blind.
word-10661 God, when at times I fall, and talk, eat, drink and
word-10713 this very reason, because it remains and blots out these daily
word-10727 doubting that God is so kind to you as to wink
word-10762 in faith and trust toward God), yet faith rises again and
word-10796 unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin,
word-10871 and works are nothing but damnable sins before God' s judgment,
word-10929 David, Psalm xxvi: " Thy loving kindness is ever before mine
word-10939 mine eyes, and I have trusted in Thy truth"; Psalm iv:
word-10946 truth"; Psalm iv: " The light of Thy countenance is lift
word-10966 grace through faith), and thereby hast Thou put gladness in my
word-10976 my heart"; for as faith trusts, so it receives.
word-11040 Psalm cxlvii: " The Lord taketh pleasure in them that I
word-11054 those that hope in His mercy." So we pray with perfect
word-11066 Father," and yet petition: " Forgive us our trespasses"; we are
word-11135 come from your works or merit, but alone from Jesus Christ,
word-11170 that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us"; as
word-11186 this give us a strong unconquerable confidence, that before we prayed
word-11193 that before we prayed or cared for it, yes, while we
word-11227 how much more then, being justified by His blood, shall we
word-11240 from wrath through Him; and if, when we were enemies, we
word-11266 we be saved by His life."
word-11285 God holds before thee and offers thee His mercy without any
word-11354 that God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He gives
word-11377 that God is so kindly affectioned toward thee that He gives
word-11461 rock out of which men suck oil and honey, as Moses
word-11488 First Commandment, but very briefly, plainly and hastily, for very much
word-11513 The second work, next to faith, is the work
word-11571 greater work than to praise, preach, sing and in every way
word-11582 exalt and magnify God' s glory, honor and Name.
word-11736 become unknown. Therefore we must examine it further, and will say
word-11746 say no more about the necessity of doing it in the
word-11780 as in honoring God' s Name; and it greatly helps to
word-11875 work can one find or lose God except by faith or
word-11937 Name. And indeed it is impossible that God' s Name should
word-11945 s Name should not be dishonored where it is not rightly
word-11963 the lips, bending of the knees, kissing and other postures, if
word-11991 is nothing else than an evidence and badge of hypocrisy.
word-12045 places. For, tell me, what moment can pass in which we
word-12093 and to call upon His Name? Now if you had nothing
word-12120 that you without ceasing bless, sing, praise and honor God' s
word-12126 and to call upon His Name? Now if you had nothing
word-12156 mouth shall show forth Thy praise." Again: " My tongue shall
word-12162 " My tongue shall sing aloud of Thy mercy."
word-12165 shall sing aloud of Thy mercy."
word-12198 they will be for ever praising Thee." So also David says
word-12291 as have the saints in heaven.
word-12301 based the wonderful and righteous judgment of God, that at times
word-12379 that. Such a fool opens wide his mouth, looks for great
word-12403 notice this greatest work, and praising God is in his eyes
word-12420 the great idea he has formed of the works of his
word-12427 the works of his own devising, in which he perhaps praises
word-12484 in the Gospel. For the sinner calls upon God in his
word-12528 himself and not God, and puts his trust in himself more
word-12576 are easy, because it is evident that no one pretends to
word-12617 the precious work to be despised. So that the Apostle St.
word-12693 the most rare, highest works, next to faith, so that if
word-12726 a constant increase of high, pretty, shining works of men' s
word-12732 shining works of men' s devising, or of works which look
word-12781 called by the name of Israel, which swear by the Name
word-12783 the name of Israel, which swear by the Name of the
word-12822 is the real truth and righteousness, but trusted in themselves, their
word-12824 real truth and righteousness, but trusted in themselves, their works and
word-12847 things which do not fit together.
word-12872 so that such praise and thanksgiving ought also of right never
word-12881 right never to cease or end. For who can praise Him
word-12961 themselves or to hear themselves praised, honored and glorified before men.
word-13052 small he may be; so deeply is nature sunk in the
word-13055 be; so deeply is nature sunk in the evil of its
word-13084 terrible vice as the highest virtue, and this makes it exceedingly
word-13108 God' s Commandments and the histories of the Holy Scriptures, to
word-13133 through and through with this striving after praise and honor; in
word-13157 be men of power and worth, who are not moved by
word-13169 and honor; but those are counted the best, who disregard body
word-13177 who disregard body and life, friend and property and everything in
word-13213 very last vice to be overcome. St. Augustine says: " All
word-13274 this vice and drive it out, so common, so subtile, so
word-13276 and drive it out, so common, so subtile, so quick and
word-13299 exercise ourselves in many other lesser good works, nay, through other
word-13324 God, which alone should be honored, is taken in vain and
word-13328 be honored, is taken in vain and dishonored through our own
word-13330 is taken in vain and dishonored through our own cursed name,
word-13368 of murder, because of its subtilty, for it is not accomplished
word-13382 XXII. Some think it is good
word-13396 that they be enticed by reputation and honor, and again by
word-13405 again by shame of and dishonor, and so be induced to
word-13504 have a higher and far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment,
word-13531 not, or regard not this motive, and let shame and honor
word-13553 not, or regard not this motive, and let shame and honor
word-13581 I hold that a young person could be more easily trained
word-13687 are induced to pray, fast, learn, etc., by gifts and promises
word-13692 learn, etc., by gifts and promises of the parents, even though
word-13704 would not be good to treat them so all their lives,
word-13724 the fear of God: far worse, if they become accustomed to
word-13728 far worse, if they become accustomed to do good for the
word-13739 XXIII. But this is true, that
word-13816 no man knows anything against us." But there must be great
word-13824 must be great diligence and care, lest such honor and good
word-13881 be, who, when honored and praised, remain indifferent and unchanged, so
word-13895 not care for it, nor feel pride and pleasure in it,
word-13896 care for it, nor feel pride and pleasure in it, but
word-13965 despised man on earth, but acknowledge himself a servant of God,
word-13997 He had commanded him to distribute some gulden to the poor
word-14012 says, Matthew v: " Your light shall shine before men, so
word-14014 v: " Your light shall shine before men, so that they
word-14026 see your good works and glorify your Father Who is in
word-14049 shall only serve them to edification, that through them they may
word-14123 XXIV. Hence it comes that God
word-14173 from this great vice of vain honor and fame, if he
word-14176 vice of vain honor and fame, if he had remained constant
word-14187 in his great gifts and virtues; so God must ward off
word-14191 and virtues; so God must ward off this sin by means
word-14214 thus one sin becomes the other' s medicine, because of our
word-14220 s medicine, because of our perverse wickedness, which not only does
word-14257 are at hand in great number, and with which he is
word-14274 because of his blindness, he passes them by and seeks and
word-14350 unto you: Take your burnt offerings unto all your sacrifices and
word-14359 unto you: Take your burnt offerings unto all your sacrifices and
word-14434 and numberless like passages of Scripture are spoken to tear man
word-14438 of Scripture are spoken to tear man not only from sins,
word-14465 turn men, with a single mind, to the simple meaning of
word-14508 for a memorial between thine eyes." And Psalm i: " A
word-14538 do, if we are to satisfy only God' s commandments. He
word-14554 that if we understand them aright, we dare not for a
word-14560 we dare not for a moment be idle, and might easily
word-14576 the evil spirit, who never rests, when he cannot lead us
word-14614 " Ye shall not go aside from My commandments to the
word-14626 XXV. The third work of this
word-14709 run to Him, to cry aloud to Him, to call upon
word-14748 deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify Me; for I desire the
word-14754 Me; for I desire the sacrifice of praise." And this is
word-14756 I desire the sacrifice of praise." And this is the way
word-14767 whereby thou canst come unto salvation; for through such works man
word-14773 for through such works man perceives and learns what God' s
word-14803 mightily, and these are the fulfilling of the first and highest
word-14819 David, Psalm liv: " Thou hast delivered me out of all
word-14887 enough to do with this work? For who lives an hour
word-14912 this is the most dangerous trial of all, when there is
word-14919 this is the most dangerous trial of all, when there is
word-14939 forget God, to become too bold and to misuse the times
word-14964 s Name than when in adversity. Since it is written, Psalm
word-14998 in all men' s daily experience, that more heinous sins and
word-15001 s daily experience, that more heinous sins and vice occur when
word-15005 more heinous sins and vice occur when there is peace, when
word-15023 good times, than when war, pestilence, sicknesses and all manner of
word-15031 all manner of misfortune burden us; so that Moses also fears
word-15036 us; so that Moses also fears for his people, lest they
word-15073 xxxii " My people is waxed rich, full and fat; therefore
word-15098 and would not drive them out, in order that they should
word-15122 commandments, as it is written, Judges iii. So He deals with
word-15235 be secure. It is beyond telling what a devilish allurement attaches
word-15271 trust in it. Here great dishonor is done the Name of
word-15292 to the devil, men or creatures for that which should be
word-15315 and confidence, and a cheerful meditation of and calling upon His
word-15324 Now examine this closely for yourself and
word-15336 whether this is not a gross, mad perversion: the devil, men
word-15343 perversion: the devil, men and creatures they must believe, and trust
word-15353 trust to them for the best; without such faith and confidence
word-15370 the good and faithful God reward us for not believing and
word-15391 devil, although He not only promises help and sure assistance, but
word-15408 for it, and gives and urges all manner of reasons why
word-15422 such faith and confidence in Him? Is it not lamentable and
word-15428 Is it not lamentable and pitiable that the devil or man,
word-15443 does not urge, but only promises, is set above God, Who
word-15449 does not urge, but only promises, is set above God, Who
word-15450 for it, and gives and urges all manner of reasons why
word-15493 devil, who is a wicked, lying spirit, keeps faith with all
word-15495 is a wicked, lying spirit, keeps faith with all those who
word-15513 will not the most gracious, all- truthful God keep faith, if
word-15522 such faith and confidence in Him? Is it not lamentable and
word-15533 He alone Who will keep faith? A rich man trusts and
word-15539 A rich man trusts and relies upon his money and possessions,
word-15557 not willing to trust and rely upon the living God, that
word-15581 and it is true, as Baruch iii. says, " Gold is
word-15611 men, but only God' s children.
word-15619 if none of these adversities constrain us to call upon God'
word-15651 this work. For sin has hemmed us in with three strong,
word-15694 to do good works without ceasing, namely, to fight with these
word-15712 and peace, the world seeks riches, favor, power and honor, the
word-15722 the evil spirit seeks pride, glory, that a man be well
word-15729 a man be well thought of, and other men be despised.
word-15734 of, and other men be despised.
word-15811 will drink the cup of salvation, and call upon the Name
word-15858 us, because we are not accustomed to it, and have never
word-15864 to it, and have never seriously fought with sins, and have
word-15871 with sins, and have not needed His Name, because we are
word-15881 are trained only in our self devised works, which we were
word-15900 Further works of this Commandment are: that we shall not swear,
word-15942 been almost exclusively preached and proclaimed under this Commandment. These also
word-15963 of God' s Name by lying, swearing, deceiving, cursing, conjuring, and
word-16023 it is not enough that I, for myself and in myself,
word-16028 I, for myself and in myself, praise and call upon God'
word-16039 s Name in prosperity and adversity. I must step forth and
word-16042 prosperity and adversity. I must step forth and for the sake
word-16071 disciples: " Ye shall be hated of all men for My
word-16077 of all men for My Name' s sake." Here we must
word-16079 men for My Name' s sake." Here we must provoke to
word-16096 of friends. Here we must strive against spiritual and temporal powers,
word-16110 of disobedience. Here we must stir up against us the rich,
word-16257 dare make no distinction of persons, as some do, who fight
word-16328 dare make no distinction of persons, as some do, who fight
word-16341 which looks more on the person than on the thing. These
word-16345 the person than on the thing. These are hypocrites within and
word-16423 wants to be the most pious, where there is no great
word-16436 how sly is here the deceitful Adam with his demand; how
word-16442 Adam with his demand; how finely does he cover his greed
word-16469 happens to a poor and insignificant man, there the deceitful eye
word-16473 how sly is here the deceitful Adam with his demand; how
word-16479 eye does not find much profit, but cannot help seeing the
word-16483 much profit, but cannot help seeing the disfavor of the powerful;
word-16485 but cannot help seeing the disfavor of the powerful; therefore he
word-16519 How long will ye judge unjustly, and accept the persons of
word-16536 the poor and fatherless, demand justice for the poor and needy;
word-16591 but they stop at the reputation of the great, however unrighteous
word-16596 reputation of the great, however unrighteous they are; and do not
word-16620 good works. For the greater portion of the powerful, rich and
word-16647 the men, the worse the deeds; and where we cannot by
word-16681 part of the unrighteous, not approve them, but speak the truth
word-16702 all manner of good, made pilgrimages to Rome and to all
word-16723 houses, if he were found guilty of sin against the Name
word-16738 not speaking of them and neglecting them, and regarding his possessions,
word-16741 them and neglecting them, and regarding his possessions, honor, favor and
word-16852 insignificant, and want to be pious, to mount to heaven in
word-16981 Just as He alone is blessed, but He wants to do
word-17041 Commandments, and no one would test himself to see whether he
word-17061 and for His sake risks everything.
word-17119 to resist them, because they assert that he who resists them
word-17140 sit and whose power they use, saying that Christ said of
word-17149 of them, " He that heareth you, heareth Me, and he
word-17151 of them, " He that heareth you, heareth Me, and he
word-17169 lean heavily, become insolent and bold to say, to do, and
word-17184 they please; put to the ban, accurse, rob, murder, and practise
word-17208 Now Christ did not mean that we should listen to
word-17344 Commandment, and that we be tried, to see what we are
word-17371 Oh, if we were God- fearing in this matter, how
word-17382 often would the knaves of officiales have to decree their papal
word-17387 officiales have to decree their papal and episcopal ban in vain!
word-17389 to decree their papal and episcopal ban in vain! How weak
word-17399 weak the Roman thunderbolts would become! How often would many a
word-17421 now give ear! How few preachers would be found in Christendom!
word-17436 the upper hand: whatever they assert and in whatever way, that
word-17444 whatever way, that must be right. Here no one fights for
word-17463 that no greater or more frequent sin is done in external
word-17468 frequent sin is done in external works than under this head.
word-17485 that few understand it, and, besides, adorned with God' s Name
word-17486 few understand it, and, besides, adorned with God' s Name and
word-17504 of old were masters in this; also the apostles, especially St.
word-17507 masters in this; also the apostles, especially St. Paul, who did
word-17524 whether the highest or the lowest priest had said it, or
word-17525 the highest or the lowest priest had said it, or had
word-17559 s Commandment, no matter whether big John or little Nick said
word-17579 s Name or in man' s. And for this they had
word-17590 to die, and of such dying there would be much more
word-17658 because of the misuse and blasphemy of the holy Name of
word-17686 devil as a god; so completely do the spiritual authorities and
word-17728 the inheritance of the holy martyrs and are won with their
word-17731 the holy martyrs and are won with their blood, must again
word-17806 other works, which have no agreement at all with it. Now
word-17832 is prescribed our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts, in
word-17836 s attitude toward God in thoughts, in the Second, that of
word-17852 is prescribed our heart' s attitude toward God in thoughts, in
word-17881 govern man on the right side, namely, in the things which
word-17887 namely, in the things which concern God, and in which God
word-17922 outward, which we commonly call worship, such as going to mass,
word-17925 commonly call worship, such as going to mass, praying, and hearing
word-17935 hearing a sermon on holy days. So understood there are very
word-17968 are nothing, as was said above. Hence it would also be
word-18015 drunkenness, gambling and other evil deeds; and then, the mass and
word-18027 sermon are listened to without edification, the prayer is spoken without
word-18058 hear the preaching with our ears, and say the prayers with
word-18091 into our hearts, learn and remember something out of the preaching,
word-18097 something out of the preaching, seek, desire and expect something in
word-18169 it is necessary that we attend with our a hearts also;
word-18283 in all Christendom, and has added to it a glorious, rich,
word-18342 and irrevocable. In proof and evidence of which, instead of letter
word-18517 he be in trouble of soul and long for divine mercy,
word-18530 to be rid of his sins; or, if he have an
word-18541 evil intention, he must be changed during the mass, and come
word-18553 have a desire for this testament. For this reason in olden
word-18562 in olden times no open sinner was allowed to be present
word-18570 to be present at the mass.
word-18582 the heart must be made joyful by the testament, and grow
word-18594 and melt in God' s love. Then will follow praise and
word-18600 Then will follow praise and thanksgiving with a pure heart, from
word-18637 gives thanks, praises and is joyful, to whom a good friend
word-18642 joyful, to whom a good friend has presented a thousand and
word-18682 our masses at present are merely celebrated, without our knowing why
word-18683 masses at present are merely celebrated, without our knowing why or
word-18729 than the proclamation of this testament. But who can hear it
word-18739 it if no one preaches it? Now, they who ought to
word-18781 Kings vii: we see our riches but do not enjoy them.
word-18800 a great evil, when God giveth a man riches, and giveth
word-18803 when God giveth a man riches, and giveth him not power
word-18805 a great evil, when God giveth a man riches, and giveth
word-18817 So we look on at unnumbered masses and do not know
word-18870 heard, grasped, retained, often thought of, and that the faith be
word-18877 that the faith be thus strengthened against all the temptation of
word-18890 past, or present, or to come.
word-18908 in which His Christians shall assemble, exercise themselves and keep it
word-18942 exceeding great treasure, to be offered and bestowed upon all who
word-18972 longing for the treasure. It must, therefore, be a grievous sin
word-19045 even the mass to be celebrated, unless the Gospel be preached,
word-19060 oft as ye do this, remember me"; that is, as St.
word-19081 reason it is dreadful and horrible in our times to be
word-19118 only duty and obligation. How heavily must they give account for
word-19122 How heavily must they give account for so many souls who
word-19129 so many souls who must perish because of this lack in
word-19147 the custom is, counting many pages or beads, but fixing our
word-19156 fixing our mind upon some pressing need, desire it with all
word-19242 God one of two things: either that your prayer will be
word-19283 the prayer so acceptable that either it will surely be granted,
word-19309 James: " Let him who asketh of God not waver in
word-19356 which he asks, nor anything better.
word-19402 and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find;
word-19403 it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock,
word-19413 knock, and it shall be opened unto you; for every one
word-19415 and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find;
word-19420 you; for every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh
word-19425 asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that
word-19556 if we are to pray aright according to these words! Now,
word-19585 so little improvement and benefit result from it, and things daily
word-19603 than that which St. James indicates when he says: " You
word-19662 blessing and help for the soul; nay, to the great injury
word-19678 that they go their way, babbling much with their mouths, regardless
word-19724 follows that one who prays aright never doubts that his prayer
word-19772 or place; but if He wills to give it to us
word-19822 understand, as he says, Ephesians iii, so that there be no
word-19854 will surely do what is right. They are the true worshipers,
word-19905 Him, sin upon the other side, and come too close with
word-19912 come too close with their tempting of God. So He has
word-19919 God. So He has forbidden both, that we should err from
word-19939 right, that is, neither with unbelief nor with tempting, but with
word-19950 simple faith remain on the straight road, trusting Him, and yet
word-20006 the First may be the captain, and faith the chief work
word-20142 does not have his good share of it. For even the
word-20192 shall not despair, nor give up, even if you find that
word-20228 your heart that He thus reveals to you your weakness, through
word-20263 you see who habitually pray, sing, read, work and seem to
word-20264 see who habitually pray, sing, read, work and seem to be
word-20275 great saints, and yet never get so far as to know
word-20285 know where they stand in respect of the chief work, faith;
word-20295 faith; and so in their blindness they lead astray themselves and
word-20307 think they are very well off, and so unknowingly build on
word-20314 so unknowingly build on the sand of their works without any
word-20346 have our hands full to remain, with all our works and
word-20400 commanded, would not prayer alone suffice to exercise the whole life
word-20409 whole life of man in faith? For this work the spiritual
word-20447 pray without ceasing. But I mean the spiritual praying, that is:
word-20457 is: no one is so heavily burdened with his labor, but
word-20458 no one is so heavily burdened with his labor, but that
word-20470 he will he can, while working, speak with God in his
word-20508 what the Lord means, Luke xviii, when He says, " Men
word-20641 s Prayer, in which all petitions and spoken prayer are summed
word-20646 petitions and spoken prayer are summed up in brief words.
word-20650 are summed up in brief words.
word-20757 Here the evil spirit hinders men with all his powers.
word-20785 and place, nay, often also raise doubts, whether a man is
word-20798 ask anything of such a Majesty as God is, and so
word-20822 true that he prays or not; whether it is possible that
word-20835 is acceptable, and other such strange thoughts. For the evil spirit
word-20867 men. Therefore he does not willingly let it happen.
word-20907 worthiness, or because of his unworthiness grow faint; but he must
word-20941 worthiness, or because of his unworthiness grow faint; but he must
word-20987 of His everlasting displeasure and wrath, commanded us to pray, to
word-21007 too much for that high Majesty so solemnly and highly to
word-21013 so solemnly and highly to obligate His unworthy worms to pray,
word-21042 command upon myself with all joy, however worthy or unworthy I
word-21058 drive out the devil' s suggestion with God' s command. Thus
word-21084 which we must bring before Almighty God in prayer and lamentation,
word-21124 me about; Thou art my comfort, to preserve me from all
word-21157 I make my supplication. I poured out my complaint before Him;
word-21160 supplication. I poured out my complaint before Him; I showed before
word-21289 and what you should seek. If, therefore, you find in yourself
word-21320 love your own honor and fame, think much of the favor
word-21353 shall think more of these faults than of all bodily harm
word-21402 you are heard and shall obtain help and mercy.
word-21408 Then go forward into the Second Table of
word-21419 the Commandments, and see how disobedient you have been and still
word-21442 against your neighbor with anger, hatred and evil words; how you
word-21445 with anger, hatred and evil words; how you are tempted to
word-21461 word and deed against your neighbor; and you will doubtless find
word-21481 and have reason enough to weep even drops of blood, if
word-21488 drops of blood, if you could.
word-21512 things, unless they first be conscious that they are pure, and
word-21521 pure, and believe that God hears no one who is a
word-21536 the work of those false preachers, who teach men to begin,
word-21559 Look you, wretched man! if you have broken a
word-21587 do not wait until your leg is healed, or the danger
word-21605 as to think that God hears no one whose leg is
word-21609 do not wait until your leg is healed, or the danger
word-21647 foolish here, where there is immeasurably greater need and eternal hurt,
word-21661 want to ask for faith, hope, love, humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness,
word-21668 humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace, righteousness, unless you are already free
word-21678 free of all your unbelief, doubt, pride, disobedience, unchastity, anger, covetousness
word-21680 all your unbelief, doubt, pride, disobedience, unchastity, anger, covetousness and unrighteousness.
word-21714 are we: with our bodily sickness and need we run to
word-21725 are we: with our bodily sickness and need we run to
word-21760 God who could help the soul; or as if we would
word-21783 bodily need. Such plan and counsel is of the devil.
word-21792 Not so, my good man! If you wish to be
word-21798 If you wish to be cured of sin, you must not
word-21830 God is not hostile to sinners, but only to unbelievers, that
word-21842 to such as do not recognize and lament their sin, nor
word-21862 own presumption wish first to purify themselves, are unwilling to be
word-21906 needs, and of prayer in general. But the prayer which really
word-21929 Day, is far better and greater, and is to be made
word-21964 Thus St. Paul commanded his disciple Timothy: " exhort thee, that
word-21966 commanded his disciple Timothy: " exhort thee, that thou see to
word-21990 for all that are in authority, that we may lead a
word-22002 and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. For this is
word-22021 our Saviour." For this reason Jeremiah, chapter xxix, commanded the people
word-22035 pray for the city and land of Babylon, because in the
word-22048 they should have peace. And Baruch i: " Pray for the
word-22093 its sake that we come together. For this reason also the
word-22151 and sincerity, so that we feel in our hearts the need
word-22166 that we pray with true sympathy for them, in true faith
word-22187 mass, it were better to omit the mass. For what sense
word-22189 were better to omit the mass. For what sense is there
word-22192 omit the mass. For what sense is there in our coming
word-22215 should make common prayer and petition for the entire congregation, if
word-22227 scatter these prayers, and so distribute them that everyone prays only
word-22244 regard for the other, nor concerns himself for another' s need?
word-22304 XII. A suggestion of this common prayer has
word-22403 be done as briefly as possible, that then the entire congregation
word-22456 rise up to God, what immeasurable virtue and help would result
word-22461 immeasurable virtue and help would result from such a prayer! What
word-22556 music, reading, singing, observing many masses, and multiplying ceremonies beyond all
word-22562 and multiplying ceremonies beyond all measure. This does not grieve him,
word-22598 But in that meanwhile this common, effectual and fruitful prayer perishes
word-22601 meanwhile this common, effectual and fruitful prayer perishes and its omission
word-22612 is unnoticed because of such display, in this he has what
word-22635 him, and no one will withstand him. But if he noticed
word-22659 straw roof or in a pig- sty, he would indeed not
word-22672 straw roof or in a pig- sty, he would indeed not
word-22680 more than all the high, big and beautiful churches, towers and
word-22682 all the high, big and beautiful churches, towers and bells in
word-22710 and buildings in which we assemble, but only of this unconquerable
word-22715 assemble, but only of this unconquerable prayer, that we pray it
word-22756 cities, Sodom, Gomorrah, etc., Genesis xviii, and accomplished so much, that
word-22837 is, which does not cease asking ever more and more, although
word-22872 Prophet, " who was a man," he says, " as we
word-22879 " as we are, and prayed, that it might not rain;
word-22907 and it rained, and everything became fruitful." There are many texts
word-22943 the Lord are upon the righteous, and His ears are open
word-22956 Again, " The Lord is nigh unto all them that call
word-22971 that call upon Him in truth." Why does he add, "
word-23086 so much, and this you intend to do in full. What
word-23092 to do in full. What wonder that thunder and lightning frequently
word-23151 princes. These do not plan merely to babble a certain number
word-23253 prayer when we suffer bodily need; when we are sick we
word-23293 good confidence and every good kind of prayer. But when we
word-23323 lament; the beads rattle, the pages rustle and the mouth babbles;
word-23389 you will find how faith, hope, love, obedience, chastity and every
word-23401 languish, and all manner of heinous vices reign; what a lack
word-23411 lack there is of good preachers and prelates; how only knaves,
word-23416 preachers and prelates; how only knaves, children, fools and women rule.
word-23421 knaves, children, fools and women rule. Then you will see that
word-23493 move you to lament and complain, do not permit yourself to
word-23552 before God shall not be found, as Isaiah says with tears,
word-23584 take hold of Thee." Likewise, Ezekiel xxii: " I sought for
word-23618 destroy it; but I found none. Therefore have I poured out
word-23622 found none. Therefore have I poured out Mine indignation upon them;
word-23642 wrath." With these words God indicates how He wants us to
word-23648 how He wants us to withstand Him and turn away His
word-23675 God, lest His anger should overwhelm the people of Israel.
word-23703 not pray against it, but laugh at it, take pleasure in
word-23710 it, take pleasure in it, condemn, malign, sing and talk of
word-23741 and are regarded as pious Christians? These truly are in need
word-23761 it, take pleasure in it, condemn, malign, sing and talk of
word-23765 not pray against it, but laugh at it, take pleasure in
word-23791 in His suffering, weakness and need; also by all those who
word-23809 should most of all have helped Him.
word-23821 how insane have we Christians become! When will there be an
word-23829 there be an end of wrath, O heavenly Father? That we
word-23831 an end of wrath, O heavenly Father? That we mock at
word-23835 O heavenly Father? That we mock at the misfortune of Christendom,
word-23870 our mad materialism. If the Turk destroys cities, country and people,
word-23890 been done Christendom. Then we complain, and urge kings and princes
word-23903 But when faith perishes, love grows cold, God' s Word is
word-23909 cold, God' s Word is neglected, and all manner of sin
word-23925 of fighting, nay, pope, bishops, priests and clergy, who ought to
word-23956 themselves the very princes and leaders of such Turks and of
word-23959 princes and leaders of such Turks and of the devil host,
word-24007 So also must Christendom be laid waste by no others than
word-24008 also must Christendom be laid waste by no others than those
word-24032 princes and leaders of such Turks and of the devil host,
word-24047 on fire and let them burn up with the sheep and
word-24075 times, and this is the reward we have earned by our
word-24089 endless grace which Christ has won for us freely with His
word-24100 precious blood, grievous labor and bitter death.
word-24147 your neighbor' s sin and ruin, and have pity on him;
word-24183 whom God, for the intolerable punishment and torment of us all,
word-24222 Turks, but also against the devils and the powers of hell.
word-24241 it help you though you performed all the miracles of the
word-24244 though you performed all the miracles of the saints, and murdered
word-24257 Turks, and yet were found guilty of having disregarded your neighbor'
word-24269 need and of having thereby sinned against love? For Christ at
word-24285 ask how much you have prayed, fasted, pilgrimaged, done this or
word-24293 done this or that for yourself, but how much good you
word-24364 only our own benefit and salvation; but God' s commandments drive
word-24402 when He said, " Father, forgive them, fort they know not
word-24418 also must pray for one another. From which every man may
word-24429 know that the slanderers, frivolous judges and despisers of other people
word-24437 of other people are a perverted, evil race, who do nothing
word-24461 which vice no one is sunk so deep as those very
word-24490 are honored because of their beautiful, splendid life in manifold good
word-24491 honored because of their beautiful, splendid life in manifold good works.
word-24494 their beautiful, splendid life in manifold good works.
word-24498 XVII. Spiritually understood, this Commandment has a
word-24499 XVII. Spiritually understood, this Commandment has a yet
word-24509 yet far higher work, which embraces the whole nature of man.
word-24570 we do the other six days. This Sabbath has now for
word-24578 has now for us been changed into the Sunday, and the
word-24589 other days are called work- days; the Sunday is called rest-
word-24614 were no holiday except the Sunday; that the festivals of Our
word-24629 were no holiday except the Sunday; that the festivals of Our
word-24647 of the work- days, and lands would not be so drained
word-24662 we are plagued with many holidays, to the destruction of souls,
word-24665 with many holidays, to the destruction of souls, bodies and goods;
word-24668 to the destruction of souls, bodies and goods; of which matter
word-24718 spoken above, namely, that we omit our business and work, in
word-24764 ii, " Let no man obligate you to any holiday whatever"—
word-24815 workdays. Yet it is a necessity and ordained by the Church
word-24817 it is a necessity and ordained by the Church for the
word-24829 of the imperfect laity and working people, that they also may
word-24843 come to hear God' s Word. For, as we see, the
word-24849 For, as we see, the priests and clergy celebrate mass every
word-24851 we see, the priests and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray
word-24869 God' s Word by study, reading and hearing. For this reason
word-24888 supported by tithes and have holy- day every day, and every
word-24900 supported by tithes and have holy- day every day, and every
word-24923 we were all perfect, and knew the Gospel, we might work
word-24938 wished, or rest if we could. For a day of rest
word-24967 The spiritual rest, which God particularly intends in this Commandment, is
word-24973 intends in this Commandment, is this: that we not only cease
word-25038 " Man' s heart and senses incline always to the evil,"
word-25039 Man' s heart and senses incline always to the evil," that
word-25048 evil," that is, to pride, disobedience, anger, hatred, covetousness, unchastity, etc.,
word-25050 is, to pride, disobedience, anger, hatred, covetousness, unchastity, etc., and summa
word-25051 to pride, disobedience, anger, hatred, covetousness, unchastity, etc., and summa summarum,
word-25063 all that he does and leaves undone, he seeks his own
word-25069 undone, he seeks his own profit, will and honor rather than
word-25080 God' s and his neighbor' s. Therefore all his works, all
word-25090 all his words, all his thoughts, all his life are evil
word-25129 may be rest and a cessation of all our works, thoughts
word-25175 days, but here we must hurt our nature and let it
word-25233 flesh with its affections and lusts." Then follow the good works,—
word-25294 ways. First, through our own effort, secondly, through the effort or
word-25312 to be so made and ordered that, in the first place,
word-25323 when we see our flesh, senses, will and thoughts tempting us,
word-25327 flesh, senses, will and thoughts tempting us, we resist them and
word-25361 is right in thine own eyes."
word-25397 like prayers, which are all summed up in the prayer, "
word-25414 so many, so various, and besides at times so nimble, so
word-25420 at times so nimble, so subtile and specious, through the suggestions
word-25439 possible for a man to control himself in his own ways.
word-25450 He must let hands and feet go, commend himself to God'
word-25451 must let hands and feet go, commend himself to God' s
word-25457 commend himself to God' s governance, and entrust nothing to his
word-25522 in a bright: cloud, by night in a fiery pillar, fed
word-25541 garments and shoes that they waxed not old, as we read
word-25644 the flesh, to kill its gross, evil lust, to give it
word-25769 saints, and according to the days; one fasting on Wednesday, another
word-25806 work itself: when they have performed that, they think they have
word-25869 and by so doing would obtain far better results from their
word-25895 Therefore I allow everyone to choose his day, food and quantity
word-26005 fasting, watching and labor is ordained, that is, to kill and
word-26030 as fasting, sleeping as watching, idleness as labor, and each were
word-26043 as the other without all distinction.
word-26070 and meat, let him eat meat and not fish. Again, if
word-26084 his head becomes confused and crazed or his body and stomach
word-26098 or that it is not needful to kill the wantonness of
word-26158 watching and labor of more value than it has in serving
word-26200 than is necessary to the killing of the lust, so that
word-26212 it the natural strength is ruined and the head is racked;
word-26222 racked; then let no one imagine that he has done good
word-26244 or the law of his order. He will be regarded as
word-26309 not sufficiently resist it without ruin and harm to the natural
word-26346 the days, not on the number, not on the food, but
word-26358 on the wanton and lustful Adam, that through them he may
word-26365 through them he may be cured of his evil appetite.
word-26451 matter of conscience they make none. This is all the fault
word-26456 none. This is all the fault of the preachers, because they
word-26459 all the fault of the preachers, because they continually prate of
word-26472 never point out its true use, limit, fruit, cause and purpose.
word-26496 day whatever they wish. In brief, where the wantonness of the
word-26510 every reason for fasting, watching, laboring, eating this or that, has
word-26533 But then care must be taken, lest out of this freedom
word-26538 taken, lest out of this freedom there grow a lazy indifference
word-26545 grow a lazy indifference about killing the wantonness of the flesh;
word-26568 himself, and in pleading the ruin of the body or of
word-26625 fasting, although they have never tried it.
word-26634 are we to guard against offending those who, not sufficiently informed,
word-26663 kindly instruct, and not haughtily despise, nor eat this or that
word-26689 to do so, and thus gradually lead them to a correct
word-26720 XXII. The second form of discipline
word-26738 others, is when men or devils cause us suffering, as when
word-26747 as when our property is taken, our body sick, and our
word-26777 in us according to His wisdom, not according to our wisdom,
word-26782 in us according to His wisdom, not according to our wisdom,
word-26804 s work is wisdom and purity, our work is foolishness and
word-26935 and lack of peace, and attain to His work, that is,
word-26962 may come to His own work." What does this mean? He
word-26997 live, until a man, thoroughly trained, becomes so peaceful and quiet
word-27013 whether it go well or ill with him, whether he die
word-27024 or live, be honored or dishonored. There God Himself dwells alone,
word-27052 then a man does not guide himself, then he desires nothing
word-27062 nothing for himself, then nothing troubles him; but God Himself leads
word-27084 XXIII. These works He considers so
word-27088 XXIII. These works He considers so great that He commands
word-27115 it as holy, whereby He declares that there are no more
word-27151 just as a church is consecrated from natural works to the
word-27191 him holy, so that he fulfils this Commandment and is saved,
word-27218 is the death of His saints."
word-27245 unwilling to die and to suffer, and it is a bitter
word-27250 suffer, and it is a bitter day of rest for it
word-27300 xxxiv: " The Lord is nigh unto all them that suffer,
word-27305 unwilling to die and to suffer, and it is a bitter
word-27362 fulfil this Commandment, although He needed it not for Himself, but
word-27371 Himself, but only for our comfort, that we also in all
word-27396 up after His rest and henceforth lives only in God and
word-27414 by the death of our Adam, which is perfectly accomplished only
word-27438 live and work in us forever. Lo! these are the three
word-27461 done. These, therefore, must be slain by these three exercises, God'
word-27468 these three exercises, God' s governance, our self- mortification, the hurt
word-27473 governance, our self- mortification, the hurt done to us by others;
word-27483 others; and so they must spiritually rest before God, and give
word-27494 XXIV. But such works are to
word-27549 other commandments and works are ordained, exercise and strengthen itself in
word-27560 them. See, therefore, what a pretty, golden ring these three Commandments
word-27581 Commandment and faith the Second flows on to the Third, and
word-27585 Second flows on to the Third, and the Third in turn
word-27598 the Second up into the First. For the first work is
word-27617 Commandment and faith the Second flows on to the Third, and
word-27641 Him alone. Then follows the third, to worship by praying, hearing
word-27653 s Word, thinking of and considering God' s benefits, and in
word-27659 God' s benefits, and in addition chastising one' s self, and
word-27674 But when the evil spirit perceives such faith, such honoring of
word-27683 honoring of God and such worship, he rages and stirs up
word-27685 God and such worship, he rages and stirs up persecution, attacks
word-27690 rages and stirs up persecution, attacks body, goods, honor and life,
word-27699 and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and death, which
word-27730 this faith is very greatly tried, even as gold in the
word-27756 and life, brings upon us sickness, poverty, shame and death, which
word-27761 sickness, poverty; and in this cruel form of wrath to regard
word-27770 to regard Him as our all- gracious Father, as must be
word-27813 Third Commandment into the Second again; and through that very calling
word-27830 praise, faith grows, and becomes conscious of itself, and so strengthens
word-27835 conscious of itself, and so strengthens itself, through the two works
word-27863 Third Commandment into the Second again; and through that very calling
word-27884 For this reason the Scriptures associate the day with peaceful living
word-27893 peaceful living in works, the night with passive living in adversity,
word-27910 out and comes in, in both, as Christ says, John ix.
word-27916 XXV. This order of good works
word-27968 has a gracious Father in heaven. The second: " Hallowed be
word-28016 true Sabbath and rest, peaceful cessation of our works, that God'
word-28057 except within you." The fourth petition is " Thy will be
word-28079 Seven Commandments of the Second Table, in which faith is exercised
word-28084 Table, in which faith is exercised toward our neighbor; just as
word-28087 faith is exercised toward our neighbor; just as in the first
word-28096 Table, in which faith is exercised toward our neighbor; just as
word-28106 alone. And these are the petitions in which stands the word
word-28113 stands the word " Thou, Thy, Thy, Thy," because they seek
word-28114 stands the word " Thou, Thy, Thy, Thy," because they seek
word-28145 Let this, then, suffice as a plain, hasty explanation
word-28161 Moses, pointing out to simple folk what are the highest of
word-28181 we learn that after the excellent works of the first three
word-28206 are set over us as superiors. For this reason also disobedience
word-28219 greater sin than murder, unchastity, theft and dishonesty, and all that
word-28238 better way learn how to distinguish between greater and lesser sins
word-28242 to distinguish between greater and lesser sins than by noting the
word-28257 of God, although there are distinctions also within the works of
word-28280 greater sin than to be angry, to strike than to curse,
word-28321 are set over us as superiors. For this reason also disobedience
word-28345 in respectful demeanor, but in this: that we obey them, look
word-28365 accept what they say, keep silent and endure their treatment of
word-28446 causes a man to fear offending them more than he fears
word-28451 offending them more than he fears the punishment. Just as there
word-28477 from it as from a punishment, but draw near to it
word-28489 the more. Such a fear mingled with love is the true
word-28542 fear that has with it hatred and enmity. Of this we
word-28571 does not wish to be feared or honored, nor to have
word-28573 wish to be feared or honored, nor to have us honor
word-28587 the more. Such a fear mingled with love is the true
word-28621 flesh, but ( as they ought) instruct and direct them by
word-28707 ought ( at times even unjustly, which, however, does not harm
word-28745 poverty, lowly birth, deformity or dishonor, and allow these things to
word-28751 and allow these things to influence them more than the high
word-28812 love and honor toward the parents.
word-28832 who, when the parents are dead or absent, take their place,
word-28834 the parents are dead or absent, take their place, such as
word-28841 their place, such as relatives, god- parents, sponsors, temporal lords and
word-28910 III. There is another dishonoring of parents, much more dangerous
word-28917 parents, much more dangerous and subtile than this first, which adorns
word-28925 first, which adorns itself and passes for a real honor; that
word-28975 take mutual pleasure in one another.
word-28988 of the first form of dishonoring are very seldom seen. This
word-28991 form of dishonoring are very seldom seen. This is due to
word-28992 of dishonoring are very seldom seen. This is due to the
word-29042 they train them for worldly honors, pleasure and possessions, that they
word-29055 all means please men and reach high positions: this the children
word-29073 Thus God' s Commandment secretly comes to naught while all
word-29084 seems good, and that is fulfilled which is written in the
word-29093 in the Prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah, that the children are destroyed
word-29111 like the king Manasseh, who sacrificed his own son to the
word-29117 his own son to the idol Moloch and burned him, II.
word-29120 to the idol Moloch and burned him, II. Kings xxi. What
word-29131 else is it but to sacrifice one' s own child to
word-29138 his own son to the idol Moloch and burned him, II.
word-29141 to the idol and to burn it, when parents train their
word-29168 to the idol Moloch and burned him, II. Kings xxi. What
word-29311 fear, therefore it is more dishonor than honor.
word-29343 this untouched, and seek all sorts of other works which are
word-29363 train their children after the fashion of the world, the children
word-29392 more highly regarded than the parents. But training after the fashion
word-29397 train their children after the fashion of the world, the children
word-29424 To wear decent clothes and to seek
word-29426 To wear decent clothes and to seek an honest
word-29453 to be sorry that this miserable earthly life cannot well be
word-29465 or even begun, without the striving after more adornment and more
word-29573 To wear decent clothes and to seek
word-29579 it when I am by myself, but when I must do
word-29590 it and go before the people." The heart that is so
word-29597 heart that is so minded wears adornment without peril; for it
word-29603 heart that is so minded wears adornment without peril; for it
word-29619 well and does not live well. And these are the secret
word-29624 well. And these are the secret souls, hidden brides of Christ,
word-29626 these are the secret souls, hidden brides of Christ, but they
word-29651 To wear decent clothes and to seek an honest
word-29717 than on God' s care? Whereas St. Peter teaches and says,
word-29764 for them, have never yet commended them to Him; otherwise they
word-29784 ask God also for the marriage dower of their children, and
word-29829 nothing else to do, could attain salvation by training their own
word-29830 else to do, could attain salvation by training their own children;
word-29844 train them to God' s service, they will indeed have both
word-29863 what else are here the hungry, thirsty, naked, imprisoned, sick, strangers,
word-29864 else are here the hungry, thirsty, naked, imprisoned, sick, strangers, than
word-29865 are here the hungry, thirsty, naked, imprisoned, sick, strangers, than the
word-29866 here the hungry, thirsty, naked, imprisoned, sick, strangers, than the souls
word-29868 hungry, thirsty, naked, imprisoned, sick, strangers, than the souls of your
word-29875 the souls of your own children? with whom God makes of
word-29905 good words and works as meat and drink, that they may
word-29931 honor His Name, not to swear nor curse, to mortify themselves
word-29941 themselves by praying, fasting, watching, working, to attend worship and to
word-29943 praying, fasting, watching, working, to attend worship and to hear God'
word-29994 have before you in your home, with your child, that needs
word-30005 all these things like a hungry, thirsty, naked, poor, imprisoned, sick
word-30006 these things like a hungry, thirsty, naked, poor, imprisoned, sick soul.
word-30007 things like a hungry, thirsty, naked, poor, imprisoned, sick soul. O
word-30009 a hungry, thirsty, naked, poor, imprisoned, sick soul. O what a
word-30016 soul. O what a blessed marriage and home were that where
word-30084 wife shall be as a fruitful vine in thine house, and
word-30104 laden olive trees about thy table. Behold, thus shall the man
word-30111 thus shall the man be blessed, that feareth the Lord," etc.
word-30131 after good works? Here none wishes to come. Why? God has
word-30133 works? Here none wishes to come. Why? God has commanded it;
word-30166 to St. James, that wife vows a pilgrimage to Our Lady;
word-30174 to St. James, that wife vows a pilgrimage to Our Lady;
word-30178 one vows that he will properly govern and teach himself and
word-30192 the honor of God; he leaves behind those whom God has
word-30193 honor of God; he leaves behind those whom God has commanded
word-30224 him. Such perversity no bishop forbids, no preacher corrects; nay, for
word-30261 hand, parents cannot earn eternal punishment in any way more easily
word-30269 way more easily than by neglecting their own children in their
word-30276 own children in their own home, and not teaching them the
word-30288 which have been spoken of above. Of what help is it,
word-30354 xxiii, " Ye daughters of Jerusalem, weep not for me, but
word-30355 " Ye daughters of Jerusalem, weep not for me, but for
word-30365 for yourselves and for your children. The days are coming, in
word-30402 condemnation comes from their own children? If they had not had
word-30443 the poor children be not deceived by their false, fleshly love,
word-30469 or are obedient in worldly matters, by which their self- will
word-30523 that they are to be fulfilled in the chief work, so
word-30565 doubt not that he is wellpleasing to God in his works,
word-30625 beautifully, but it is all lost, because of their unbelief.
word-30660 conform to what she commands, forbids, appoints, orders, binds and looses,
word-30714 than with regard to the first. The spiritual authority should punish
word-30728 ban and with laws, and constrain its spiritual children to be
word-30766 now; they act toward their subjects like the mothers who forsake
word-30786 ii. says; they do not preach, they do not teach, they
word-30816 can I say of this work? A few fast- days and
word-30864 should look to it, that adultery, unchastity, usury, gluttony, worldly show,
word-30871 usury, gluttony, worldly show, excessive adornment, and such like open sin
word-30889 and corrected; and they should properly manage the endowments, monastic houses,
word-30921 with learned, pious men as teachers, that they might all be
word-30928 they might all be well trained, and so the older people
word-30943 and Christendom be filled and adorned with fine young people. So
word-30945 be filled and adorned with fine young people. So St. Paul
word-30953 So St. Paul teaches his disciple Titus, that he should rightly
word-30963 rightly instruct and govern all classes, young and old, men and
word-30969 young and old, men and women. But now he goes to
word-31017 all takes thought for the wild youth.
word-31063 at present the spiritual authority threatens, dispenses, takes money, and pardons
word-31082 will here refrain from saying more; we see more of it
word-31139 were a bishop who would zealously provide for all these classes,
word-31144 zealously provide for all these classes, supervise, make visitations and be
word-31169 in the time of the Apostles, when Christendom was at its
word-31184 had a bishop, although the smallest part of the inhabitants were
word-31238 of spiritual government nothing or little. Meanwhile may he help who
word-31272 the spiritual authority that it lessen the number of endowments, monastic
word-31285 schools, where they cannot be cared for. It is much better
word-31314 is the more provoked to anger.
word-31327 neglect their work, and are perverted, it must assuredly follow that
word-31376 in which such authorities shall rule. For it seems as if
word-31411 three Commandments and the First Table, and be certain that no
word-31434 that is contrary to or hinders these three Commandments, or does
word-31468 follow and obey, or even tolerate such acts.
word-31514 comes from Rome but a fair of spiritual wares, which are
word-31517 but a fair of spiritual wares, which are openly and shamelessly
word-31527 shamelessly bought and sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices,
word-31559 and wealth of the world drawn and driven to Rome (
word-31569 for this would be the smallest harm), but the parishes, bishoprics
word-31573 shamelessly bought and sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices,
word-31582 are torn to pieces, deserted, laid waste, and so the people
word-31589 and so the people are neglected, God' s Word and God'
word-31605 to naught, and faith is destroyed, so that at last such
word-31623 not only of unlearned and unfit men, but the greater part
word-31649 been founded for God' s service, for the instruction, government and
word-31663 people, must now serve the stable- boys, mule- drivers, yea, not
word-31686 more thanks than that they mock us for it as fools.
word-31721 and the spiritual power were instituted to blaspheme God' s honor,
word-31780 God' s service in our lands, or has been ordained to
word-31784 our lands, or has been ordained to provide for our children,
word-31827 in this matter, offer no opposition or are afraid, and thus
word-31830 offer no opposition or are afraid, and thus allow Christendom to
word-31866 work to the same end, send the courtesans and those who
word-31902 shall live in them and improve the people by preaching or
word-31923 in Rome or elsewhere, lay waste and debauch the churches, then
word-31940 they serve. It is not fitting that we support the pope'
word-31957 knaves and whores, to the destruction and injury of our souls.
word-31997 and the prevention of the blasphemy and disgracing of the divine
word-32003 and disgracing of the divine Name; and so to deal with
word-32010 so to deal with the clergy as with a father who
word-32019 father who has lost his sense and wits; who, if one
word-32060 and yet, since they have gone mad and lost their senses,
word-32065 gone mad and lost their senses, not allow them to do
word-32085 Some think, this should be referred to a General Council. To
word-32100 For we have had many councils in which this has been
word-32126 and things have grown ever worse, Moreover, such councils are entirely
word-32129 For we have had many councils in which this has been
word-32149 princes must beforehand take an oath to let the Romans remain
word-32171 put up a bar to ward off all reformation, to retain
word-32186 princes must beforehand take an oath to let the Romans remain
word-32189 although this oath is demanded, forced and taken contrary to God
word-32232 kings, princes, nobility, cities and communities themselves began and opened a
word-32236 and communities themselves began and opened a way for reformation, so
word-32250 and clergy, who now are afraid, would have reason to follow.
word-32255 afraid, would have reason to follow. For here nothing else shall
word-32333 is to obey the temporal authority, as Paul teaches, Romans xiii,
word-32340 Paul teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus iii, and St. Peter, I.
word-32341 teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus iii, and St. Peter, I. Peter
word-32366 ambassadors, and to all the ordinances of the worldly power." But
word-32388 subjects, and to punish thievery, robbery, and adultery, as St. Paul
word-32390 to punish thievery, robbery, and adultery, as St. Paul says, Romans
word-32411 God with it, to the terror of evil doers, and to
word-32414 to the terror of evil doers, and to the protection of
word-32447 nor do as it has ordered and commanded, whether with their
word-32453 and commanded, whether with their bodies or their possessions. For even
word-32456 with their bodies or their possessions. For even if the government
word-32474 did to the people of Israel, yet God would have it
word-32512 with grumbling and evil words, publicly or secretly.
word-32528 which St. Peter bids us regard, namely, that its power, whether
word-32548 but only the body and property; unless indeed it should try
word-32579 yet Christians, and as the Turk is now said to do.
word-32607 but only the body and property; unless indeed it should try
word-32760 an example and are not taught, then they also believe nothing
word-32773 nothing; since this power is instituted for no other reason than
word-32839 small thing in God' s sight, and far too slightly regarded
word-32859 right or wrong, we should resist, become disobedient and quarrel. On
word-32861 wrong, we should resist, become disobedient and quarrel. On the other
word-32893 Christians should endure and keep silent, if it departs a hair'
word-32900 it departs a hair' s breadth from its own duty, not
word-32913 when it does the very opposite of its duty, as we
word-32946 is a common and especially harmful plague of this power, against
word-33000 roll through." So the laws, ordinances and government of one and
word-33017 men, and the great are free; and where the prince is
word-33055 do a special wonder) a childish government.
word-33064 reason God has considered evil, unfit rulers the greatest of plagues,
word-33072 greatest of plagues, as He threatens, Isaiah iii, " I will
word-33106 God has named in Scripture, Ezekiel xiv. The first and slightest,
word-33117 which also David chose, is pestilence, the second is famine, the
word-33133 is all manner of evil beasts, such as lions, wolves, serpents,
word-33144 dragons; these are the wicked rulers. For where these are, the
word-33150 For where these are, the land is destroyed, not only in
word-33152 these are, the land is destroyed, not only in body and
word-33158 not only in body and property, as in the others, but
word-33167 others, but also in honor, discipline, virtue and the soul' s
word-33200 do with temporal and eternal possessions.
word-33236 For it is a far nobler virtue to endure wrong to
word-33260 to the subjects; since worldly rights attach only to temporal goods.
word-33272 it is a very foolish saying: I have a right to
word-33291 and keep it, although all sorts of misfortune may come to
word-33366 For he who guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than
word-33381 alone; when alone he may walk, jump, and do as he
word-33395 he drives, he must so guide and adapt himself that the
word-33401 For he who guides a wagon must walk far otherwise than
word-33403 himself that the wagon and horses can follow him, and regard
word-33438 but as the multitude can, considering their need and advantage more
word-33442 can, considering their need and advantage more than his will and
word-33472 a mad driver, who rushes straight ahead with horse and wagon,
word-33482 wagon, through bushes, thorns, ditches, water, up hill and down dale,
word-33508 Therefore it would be most profitable for rulers, that they read,
word-33513 profitable for rulers, that they read, or have read to them,
word-33539 would find more examples and skill in ruling than in all
word-33563 Esther vi. For examples and histories benefit and teach more than
word-33581 teaches, here untried and uncertain words.
word-33594 might do in our times, particularly in our lands. First, to
word-33597 our times, particularly in our lands. First, to make an end
word-33605 make an end of the horrible gluttony and drunkenness, not only
word-33649 our times, particularly in our lands. First, to make an end
word-33672 inroads they have made are wide and deep. And how could
word-33687 God better and thereby also improve their own land?
word-33698 forbid the excessive cost of clothing, whereby so much wealth is
word-33736 have been pledged, baptised and consecrated to Christ, the Crucified, and
word-33757 the life to come by dying daily. If some men erred
word-33758 life to come by dying daily. If some men erred through
word-33777 is practised so freely, without punishment, without shame, without hindrance, nay,
word-33789 praise and fame are sought thereby, this is indeed an unchristian
word-33794 thereby, this is indeed an unchristian thing. Thirdly, to drive out
word-33795 this is indeed an unchristian thing. Thirdly, to drive out the
word-33801 Thirdly, to drive out the usurious buying of rent- charges, which
word-33814 whole world ruins, consumes and troubles all lands, peoples and cities
word-33816 ruins, consumes and troubles all lands, peoples and cities through its
word-33852 against it as against open usury. See, these are the three
word-33863 Jews, as men say, who suck the whole world dry. Here
word-33883 they would give a good account of their office to God.
word-33886 a good account of their office to God.
word-33895 Here too ought to be mentioned the knavery which is practised
word-33902 knavery which is practised by officiales and other episcopal and spiritual
word-33905 practised by officiales and other episcopal and spiritual officers, who ban,
word-33910 episcopal and spiritual officers, who ban, load, hunt and drive the
word-33920 the poor people with great burdens, as long as a penny
word-33963 would do away with the public bawdy- houses, as was done
word-33978 Israel! It is indeed an unchristian sight, that public houses of
word-33979 It is indeed an unchristian sight, that public houses of sin
word-33981 would do away with the public bawdy- houses, as was done
word-34012 early and such vice be prevented. Such a rule and custom
word-34046 not also be possible among Christians? Nay, if it is possible
word-34092 the mechanics must give their workmen holiday: then they are free
word-34133 this evil would to a large extent be mended. God help
word-34260 is obedience of servants and workmen toward their lords and ladies,
word-34274 Of this St. Paul says, Titus ii: " Thou shalt exhort
word-34278 Titus ii: " Thou shalt exhort servants that they highly honor
word-34287 highly honor their masters, be obedient, do what pleases them, not
word-34373 Now there is the greatest complaint in the world about servants
word-34380 the world about servants and working men, that they are disobedient,
word-34389 are disobedient, unfaithful, unmannerly, and over- reaching; this is a plague
word-34417 truly they need not make pilgrimages or do this thing or
word-34469 by their works gain much merit, but that they do it
word-34490 merits are to be found), purely for nothing, out of the
word-34503 good- will toward God which grows out of such confidence. And
word-34581 things too closely, occasionally overlook something, and for peace' sake make
word-34632 that which is just and equal, knowing that ye also have
word-34709 a mistress can do, how finely God offers us all good
word-34711 can do, how finely God offers us all good works so
word-34730 we have no need of asking after good works, and might
word-34742 forget the other showy, far- off, invented works of men, such
word-34771 a wife ought to be obedient, subject to her husband as
word-34785 give way to him, keep silent and give up to him,
word-34811 the husband should love his wife, overlook a little, and not
word-34814 love his wife, overlook a little, and not deal strictly with
word-34887 take care to rule their subjects well, deal kindly with them,
word-34987 to that, whether it be splendid or obscure; but let him
word-34997 him look to his own position, and think only how he
word-35015 him; by this let him stand, nor let himself be torn
word-35025 torn from it, although heaven stood open before him, nor be
word-35060 to regard himself and his position, and attended to its duties
word-35082 short time, so quietly and secretly that no one would notice
word-35098 now we let all this go, and one runs to the
word-35135 it is written in Proverbs i, that divine wisdom crieth out
word-35143 wisdom crieth out her commandments publicly in the streets, in the
word-35189 see them, but in our blindness look for them elsewhere. This
word-35196 for them elsewhere. This Christ declared, Matthew xxiv: " If they
word-35210 Lo, here is Christ, or there, believe it not. If they
word-35213 Christ, or there, believe it not. If they shall say: Behold,
word-35232 behold, He is in the secret chambers, believe it not; they
word-35236 the secret chambers, believe it not; they are false prophets and
word-35268 to leave undone what their over- lords desire of them, that
word-35415 " God rather than men." Thus, if a prince desired to
word-35502 is, they take a man captive, rule him and make him
word-35515 that he rule not himself, approve not himself, think not highly
word-35535 himself to be led, that pride be prevented. The following Commandments
word-35537 be led, that pride be prevented. The following Commandments deal with
word-35544 following Commandments deal with the passions and lust of men, that
word-35556 I. The passions of anger and revenge, of
word-35583 includes many and dispels many vices, and is called meekness. Now
word-35598 kinds. The one has a beautiful splendor, and there is nothing
word-35632 favor, or who do not offend us with words nor with
word-35649 lions and snakes, Jews, Turks, knaves, murderers, bad women. These are
word-35652 Jews, Turks, knaves, murderers, bad women. These are all content and
word-35677 are not a few who, deceived by such worthless meekness, cover
word-35681 who, deceived by such worthless meekness, cover over their anger and
word-35695 I would indeed not be angry, if I were left alone."
word-35700 angry, if I were left alone." Certainly, my good man, so
word-35712 evil spirit also would be meek if he had his own
word-35722 own way. Dissatisfaction and resentment overwhelm you in order that they
word-35745 you may be admonished to strive after meekness and to drive
word-35752 meekness and to drive out anger.
word-35792 evil of them, does not meditate evil against them, although they
word-35806 goods, honor, life, friends and everything. Nay, where it is possible,
word-35811 everything. Nay, where it is possible, it returns good for evil,
word-35872 II. Behold how this precious, excellent work
word-35876 II. Behold how this precious, excellent work has been lost among
word-35894 except strife, war, quarreling, anger, hatred, envy, back- biting, cursing, slandering,
word-35900 envy, back- biting, cursing, slandering, injuring, vengeance, and all manner of
word-35909 manner of angry works and words; and yet, with all this,
word-35919 this, we have our many holidays, hear masses, say our prayers,
word-35921 have our many holidays, hear masses, say our prayers, establish churches,
word-35938 God has not commanded. We shine resplendently and excessively, as if
word-35970 Commandment to go to complete ruin, and no one considers or
word-35974 complete ruin, and no one considers or examines himself, how near
word-36007 such works, but he who keeps His Commandments, shall enter into
word-36011 who keeps His Commandments, shall enter into eternal life.
word-36027 upon whom God does not bestow an enemy and opponent as
word-36031 not bestow an enemy and opponent as a proof of his
word-36080 good to him, and not intend any evil against him; let
word-36088 against him; let him come forward who asks what he shall
word-36188 he may convict me of lying, and say that my contention
word-36232 are not commanded, and neglect this? Therefore God says, Matthew v,
word-36261 whosoever shall say to his brother, Thou fool ( that is,
word-36282 danger of everlasting fire." What remains then for the outward act,
word-36291 outward act, striking, wounding, killing, injuring, etc., if the thoughts and
word-36310 But where there is true meekness, there the heart is pained
word-36315 meekness, there the heart is pained at every evil which happens
word-36324 which happens to one' s enemy. And these are the true
word-36343 meekness, there the heart is pained at every evil which happens
word-36362 see a pious judge passing sentence upon the criminal with sorrow,
word-36424 watch, that we be not meek contrary to God' s honor
word-36479 God. Likewise it is not fitting that the magistrates should be
word-36507 my injury, I must not regard, nor grow angry because of
word-36619 have sinned; for we have sinned much more against God. Behold,
word-36631 short Commandment this, but it presents a long, mighty exercise of
word-36662 much vice; it is called purity, or chastity, of which much
word-36686 that it is not as carefully observed and practised as other
word-36741 increased through gluttony and drunkenness, idleness and frippery. Yet we go
word-36808 a vice is unchastity. It rages in all our members: in
word-36821 of our hearts, in the seeing of our eyes, in the
word-36830 in the hearing of our ears, in the words of our
word-36844 works of our hands and feet and all our body. To
word-36850 and all our body. To control all these requires labor and
word-36875 are, nay, that it is impossible for us of our own
word-36923 that it continues daily without ceasing, and chastity seldom prevails. This
word-36926 daily without ceasing, and chastity seldom prevails. This all the saints
word-37003 against idleness. For gluttony, drunkenness, lying late abed, loafing and being
word-37020 with which chastity is quickly overcome. On the other hand, the
word-37048 has been said above, these exercises must do no more than
word-37093 mercy and help, read and meditate on the Gospel, and in
word-37113 Happy shall he be, that taketh and dasheth the little ones
word-37118 taketh and dasheth the little ones of Babylon against the rock,"
word-37192 himself. But now no one uses prayer, fasting, watching, labor for
word-37199 fasting, watching, labor for this purpose, but men stop in these
word-37214 fasting, watching, labor for this purpose, but men stop in these
word-37230 work of this Commandment and purify us daily more and more.
word-37239 Some have also indicated more things which should be
word-37257 that we should avoid excessive adornment, and neither associate nor talk
word-37260 avoid excessive adornment, and neither associate nor talk with members of
word-37267 talk with members of the opposite sex, nor even look upon
word-37294 fix a definite rule and measure. Each one must watch himself
word-37305 and see what things are needful to him for chastity, in
word-37326 chaste, that he may thus choose and observe them for himself;
word-37465 Spirit tells him of a certainty how he shall avoid evil
word-37561 temptation, nor by any means imagine that we are free from
word-37581 regard it only as an incentive and admonition to prayer, fasting,
word-37588 admonition to prayer, fasting, watching, laboring, and to other exercises for
word-37592 watching, laboring, and to other exercises for the quenching of the
word-37679 obey the body in its lusts." In these and like passages
word-37751 set themselves on fire the more; and although for a time
word-37782 also has a work, which embraces very many good works, and
word-37792 and is opposed to many vices, and is called in German
word-37821 it fights not only against theft and robbery, but against all
word-37823 not only against theft and robbery, but against all stinting in
word-37840 toward one another: such as greed, usury, overcharging and plating wares
word-37845 greed, usury, overcharging and plating wares that sell as solid, counterfeit
word-37851 that sell as solid, counterfeit wares, short measures and weights, and
word-37882 his own gain through the other' s loss, and forgets the
word-37886 the other' s loss, and forgets the rule which says: "
word-37925 with his neighbor, he would readily find how he ought to
word-37931 find how he ought to buy and sell, take and give,
word-37936 buy and sell, take and give, lend and give for nothing,
word-37992 and fear for this perilous, miserable life, which is so exceedingly
word-38049 confidence in the treasures of money. Who is he? We will
word-38061 him, that he has done wondrous things in his life." As
word-38065 done wondrous things in his life." As if he would say:
word-38074 say: " None such is found, or very few indeed." Yea,
word-38093 such lust for gold in themselves. For greed has here a
word-38100 greed has here a very beautiful, fine cover for its shame,
word-38101 has here a very beautiful, fine cover for its shame, which
word-38125 it accumulates wealth beyond all limits and is never satisfied; so
word-38147 truly, as he says, do miracles or wondrous things in his
word-38149 him, that he has done wondrous things in his life." As
word-38243 generous, wonderworking, happy man, as Job xxxi says: " I have
word-38266 And Psalm lxii: " If riches increase, set not your heart
word-38279 So Christ also teaches, Matthew vi, that we shall take no
word-38317 But some say: " Yes, rely upon that, take no thought,
word-38327 thought, and see whether a roasted chicken will fly into your
word-38328 and see whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!"
word-38390 thy face shalt thou eat bread." And Job v, " As
word-38392 shalt thou eat bread." And Job v, " As the birds
word-38396 Job v, " As the birds to flying, so is man
word-38407 Job v, " As the birds to flying, so is man
word-38412 birds fly without worry and greed, and so we also should
word-38434 thought, and see whether a roasted chicken will fly into your
word-38435 and see whether a roasted chicken will fly into your mouth!"
word-38473 looks for divine favor and relies upon it, how is it
word-38506 he does not cling to money; he uses it also with
word-38508 not cling to money; he uses it also with cheerful liberality
word-38539 For his God, Whom he trusts, will not lie to him
word-38582 forsaken, or his child begging bread." Therefore the Apostle calls no
word-38592 no other sin idolatry except covetousness, because this sin shows most
word-38598 because this sin shows most plainly that it does not trust
word-38632 God is truly honored or dishonored.
word-38681 man trusts God, he is generous and does not doubt that
word-38701 a man is covetous and worries because he does not trust
word-38744 faith liberality is of no worth, but rather a careless squandering
word-38751 rather a careless squandering of money.
word-38790 friends? As Christ teaches, Luke vi, even a wicked man does
word-38803 another who is his friend. Besides, the brute beasts also do
word-38812 also do good and are generous to their kind. Therefore a
word-38830 serve also the undeserving, evil- doers, enemies, and the ungrateful, even
word-38834 evil- doers, enemies, and the ungrateful, even as his heavenly Father
word-38838 the ungrateful, even as his heavenly Father makes His sun to
word-38886 twists and writhes in its opposition to it, although it does
word-38907 Therefore take your enemies, the ungrateful, and do good to them;
word-38977 belonged to him, for you owed it to him to help
word-39005 far as you are concerned, slain him." And in this Commandment
word-39047 pilgrims and mendicants from foreign lands be debarred, or at least
word-39068 not permitted to run at large under the guise of mendicants,
word-39098 Commandment in the Treatise on Usury.
word-39118 keep it must risk and imperil life and limb, goods and
word-39121 risk and imperil life and limb, goods and honor, friends and
word-39130 friends and all that he has; and yet it includes no
word-39153 in German Wahrheit sagen, " telling the truth" and, where there
word-39172 many evil works of the tongue. First: those which are committed
word-39177 tongue. First: those which are committed by speaking, and those which
word-39179 those which are committed by speaking, and those which are committed
word-39184 tongue. First: those which are committed by speaking, and those which
word-39189 those which are committed by speaking, and those which are committed
word-39195 when a man has an unjust law- suit, and wants to
word-39201 law- suit, and wants to prove and maintain his case by
word-39209 his case by a false argument, catch his neighbor with subtilty,
word-39214 argument, catch his neighbor with subtilty, produce everything that strengthens and
word-39218 with subtilty, produce everything that strengthens and furthers his own cause,
word-39220 produce everything that strengthens and furthers his own cause, and withhold
word-39230 produce everything that strengthens and furthers his own cause, and withhold
word-39274 shame, thereby seeking their own advantage more than God' s Commandment,
word-39284 Commandment, and excuse themselves by saying: Vigilanti jura subveniunt, " the
word-39325 neighbor' s cause to be lost, although they know that it
word-39350 is held and no suit tried but that one side sins
word-39370 it, they yet have the unrighteous spirit and will, so that
word-39389 when a man has an unjust law- suit, and wants to
word-39397 prosper. This sin is most frequent when the opponent is a
word-39400 is most frequent when the opponent is a prominent man or
word-39407 a prominent man or an enemy. For a man wants to
word-39420 on his enemy: but the ill will of a man of
word-39462 to run the risk of disfavor and displeasure, loss and danger
word-39470 loss and danger for the truth' s sake; and so God'
word-39507 only those good works which concern the tongue. And then, how
word-39509 many evil works of the tongue. First: those which are committed
word-39521 who allow themselves to be silenced and swerved aside from the
word-39524 to be silenced and swerved aside from the truth by presents
word-39529 aside from the truth by presents and gifts! so that in
word-39543 is truly a high, great, rare work, not to be a
word-39569 the truth, which is still greater, with which we must fight
word-39581 the evil spirits; and this concerns not temporal matters, but the
word-39584 and this concerns not temporal matters, but the Gospel and the
word-39604 no time been able to endure, and always so manages that
word-39619 whom it is hard to resist, must oppose and persecute it.
word-39665 infrequent; but that is the fault of the spiritual prelates, who
word-39673 spiritual prelates, who do not stir up the Gospel, but let
word-39763 and moved, and the greater portion of the kings, princes, bishops,
word-39827 best of all that God has; yet the world not only
word-39838 did not receive Him, but persecuted Him more cruelly than all
word-39871 by the divine truth, and imperil and risk life and limb,
word-39876 imperil and risk life and limb, goods and honor, and all
word-39892 foretold: " Ye shall be hated of all men for My
word-39898 of all men for My Name' s sake." And: " Many
word-39900 men for My Name' s sake." And: " Many of them
word-39919 were attacked by peasants, herdsmen, stable- boys and men of no
word-39941 and to bear witness to it? But when the pope, and
word-39960 it, all men flee, keep silent, dissemble, in order that they
word-39968 order that they may not lose goods, honor, favor and life.
word-39979 III. Why do they do this? Because they have no faith
word-40006 is also a bold, defiant, fearless heart, that ventures and stands
word-40033 as we see that the martyrs did. For such a heart
word-40042 a heart is satisfied and rests easy because it has a
word-40049 because it has a gracious, loving God. Therefore it despises all
word-40122 other hand, those who are persecuted for the truth' s sake,
word-40125 who are persecuted for the truth' s sake, and fear God
word-40143 these he defends, these he honors, let it vex whom it
word-40160 Moses, Hebrews xi, that he stood by his brethren, regardless of
word-40247 except he be firm and fearless in the confidence of divine
word-40276 may easily by this Commandment test and weigh himself whether he
word-40305 Now we see how the Almighty God has not only set
word-40395 that we live in Him forever.
word-40441 Law and has misled and burdened the world and ruined it,
word-40445 and burdened the world and ruined it, made uneasy consciences, silenced
word-40449 and ruined it, made uneasy consciences, silenced and weakened faith, and
word-40450 ruined it, made uneasy consciences, silenced and weakened faith, and has
word-40560 us against them endures unto death; therefore these two Commandments are
word-40566 therefore these two Commandments are drawn together by St. Paul into
word-40592 and only in our thoughts reach after until death. For no
word-40618 when occasion and temptation were offered. For original sin is born
word-40620 and temptation were offered. For original sin is born in us
word-40631 when occasion and temptation were offered. For original sin is born
word-40633 and temptation were offered. For original sin is born in us
word-40655 through the death of the body; which for this reason is
word-40661 which for this reason is profitable and a thing to be
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word-26 the Work.— Luther did not impose himself as reformer upon the
word-29 did not impose himself as reformer upon the Church. In the
word-38 In the course of a conscientious performance of the duties of
word-45 of the duties of his office, to which he had been
word-51 to which he had been regularly and divinely called, and without
word-53 he had been regularly and divinely called, and without any urging
word-69 to this position by inward necessity. In 1515 he received his
word-78 his appointment as the standing substitute for the sickly city pastor,
word-81 the standing substitute for the sickly city pastor, Simon Heinse, from
word-83 substitute for the sickly city pastor, Simon Heinse, from the city
word-84 for the sickly city pastor, Simon Heinse, from the city council
word-85 the sickly city pastor, Simon Heinse, from the city council of
word-89 Simon Heinse, from the city council of Wittenberg. Before this time
word-91 from the city council of Wittenberg. Before this time he was
word-97 Before this time he was obliged to preach only occasionally in
word-108 the convent, apart from his activity as teacher in the University
word-113 activity as teacher in the University and convent. Through this appointment
word-115 teacher in the University and convent. Through this appointment he was
word-123 appointment he was in duty bound, by divine and human right,
word-149 it would have been a denial of the knowledge of salvation
word-161 God had led him to acquire, by way of ardent inner
word-165 to acquire, by way of ardent inner struggles, if he had
word-167 by way of ardent inner struggles, if he had led the
word-199 the congregation which had been intrusted to his care, what up
word-213 he had taught with ever increasing clearness in his lectures at
word-220 in his lectures at the University— for in the lectures on
word-227 in the lectures on the Psalms, which he began to deliver
word-237 in 1513, he declares his conviction that faith alone justifies, as
word-241 his conviction that faith alone justifies, as can be seen from
word-249 be seen from the complete manuscript, published since 1885, and with
word-259 still greater clearness from his Commentary on the Epistle to the
word-262 from his Commentary on the Epistle to the Romans (1515-1516), which
word-268 the Romans (1515-1516), which is accessible since 1908; nor what he
word-277 he had urged as spiritual adviser of his convent brethren when
word-280 as spiritual adviser of his convent brethren when in deep distress—
word-285 convent brethren when in deep distress— compare the charming letter to
word-286 brethren when in deep distress— compare the charming letter to Georg
word-288 in deep distress— compare the charming letter to Georg Spenlein, dated
word-291 compare the charming letter to Georg Spenlein, dated April 8, 1516.
word-292 the charming letter to Georg Spenlein, dated April 8, 1516.
word-293 charming letter to Georg Spenlein, dated April 8, 1516.
word-301 s first literary works to appear in print were also occasioned
word-330 object in view than to edify his congregation and to lead
word-339 to lead it to Christ when, in 1517, he published his
word-345 1517, he published his first independent work, the Explanation of the
word-352 the Explanation of the Seven Penitential Psalms. On Oct 31 of
word-353 Explanation of the Seven Penitential Psalms. On Oct 31 of the
word-365 published his 95 Theses against Indulgences. These were indeed intended as
word-374 intended as controversial theses for theologians, but at the same time
word-421 indulgences by means of his theses. His sermon Of Indulgences and
word-430 Indulgences and Grace, occasioned by Tetzel' s attack and delivered in
word-447 well as his sermon Of Penitence, delivered about the same time,
word-490 also published in 1518 by Agricola. Though Luther in the same
word-510 occasioned by attacks from outside sources, viz., the Resolutiones disputationis de
word-511 by attacks from outside sources, viz., the Resolutiones disputationis de Virtute
word-513 from outside sources, viz., the Resolutiones disputationis de Virtute indulgentiarum, the
word-514 outside sources, viz., the Resolutiones disputationis de Virtute indulgentiarum, the Asterisci
word-515 sources, viz., the Resolutiones disputationis de Virtute indulgentiarum, the Asterisci adversus
word-516 viz., the Resolutiones disputationis de Virtute indulgentiarum, the Asterisci adversus obeliscos
word-517 the Resolutiones disputationis de Virtute indulgentiarum, the Asterisci adversus obeliscos Joh.
word-519 disputationis de Virtute indulgentiarum, the Asterisci adversus obeliscos Joh. Eccii, and
word-520 de Virtute indulgentiarum, the Asterisci adversus obeliscos Joh. Eccii, and the
word-521 Virtute indulgentiarum, the Asterisci adversus obeliscos Joh. Eccii, and the Ad
word-522 indulgentiarum, the Asterisci adversus obeliscos Joh. Eccii, and the Ad dialogum
word-523 the Asterisci adversus obeliscos Joh. Eccii, and the Ad dialogum Silv.
word-526 obeliscos Joh. Eccii, and the Ad dialogum Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still
word-527 Joh. Eccii, and the Ad dialogum Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still he
word-528 Eccii, and the Ad dialogum Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still he never
word-529 and the Ad dialogum Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still he never was
word-530 the Ad dialogum Silv. Prieriatis responsio, still he never was diverted
word-535 responsio, still he never was diverted by this necessary rebuttal from
word-539 was diverted by this necessary rebuttal from his paramount duty, the
word-542 this necessary rebuttal from his paramount duty, the edification of the
word-550 edification of the congregation. The autumn of the year 1518, when
word-557 year 1518, when he was confronted with Cajetan, as well as
word-559 when he was confronted with Cajetan, as well as the whole
word-571 1519, when he held his disputations with Eck, etc., were replete
word-573 he held his disputations with Eck, etc., were replete with disquietude
word-576 disputations with Eck, etc., were replete with disquietude and pressing labors;
word-578 Eck, etc., were replete with disquietude and pressing labors; still Luther
word-581 replete with disquietude and pressing labors; still Luther served his congregation
word-598 during this time, and only regretted that he was not entirely
word-606 was not entirely at its disposal. Of such writings we mention:
word-611 disposal. Of such writings we mention: Explanation of the Lord' s
word-623 the simple Laity ( an elaboration of the sermons of 1517);
word-637 Ten Commandments; Instruction concerning certain Articles, which might be ascribed and
word-641 certain Articles, which might be ascribed and imputed to him by
word-643 which might be ascribed and imputed to him by his adversaries;
word-648 imputed to him by his adversaries; Brief Instruction how to Confess;
word-653 adversaries; Brief Instruction how to Confess; Of Meditation on the Sacred
word-659 Of Meditation on the Sacred Passion of Christ; Of Twofold Righteousness;
word-661 on the Sacred Passion of Christ; Of Twofold Righteousness; Of the
word-663 Sacred Passion of Christ; Of Twofold Righteousness; Of the Matrimonial Estate;
word-664 Passion of Christ; Of Twofold Righteousness; Of the Matrimonial Estate; Brief
word-667 Of Twofold Righteousness; Of the Matrimonial Estate; Brief Form to understand
word-668 Twofold Righteousness; Of the Matrimonial Estate; Brief Form to understand and
word-679 to pray the Lord' s Prayer; Explanation of the Lord' s
word-686 the Lord' s Prayer " vor sich und hinter sich"; Of
word-687 Lord' s Prayer " vor sich und hinter sich"; Of Prayer
word-688 s Prayer " vor sich und hinter sich"; Of Prayer and
word-689 Prayer " vor sich und hinter sich"; Of Prayer and Processions
word-690 " vor sich und hinter sich"; Of Prayer and Processions in
word-694 hinter sich"; Of Prayer and Processions in Rogation Week; Of Usury;
word-696 Of Prayer and Processions in Rogation Week; Of Usury; Of the
word-697 Prayer and Processions in Rogation Week; Of Usury; Of the Sacrament
word-699 Processions in Rogation Week; Of Usury; Of the Sacrament of Penitence;
word-704 Usury; Of the Sacrament of Penitence; Of Preparation for Death; Of
word-713 Death; Of the Sacrament of Baptism; Of the Sacrament of the
word-722 of the Sacred Body; Of Excommunication. With but few exceptions these
word-726 Of Excommunication. With but few exceptions these writings all appeared in
word-745 the congregation which Luther sought primarily to serve. If the bounds
word-756 of his congregation spread ever wider beyond Wittenberg, so that his
word-765 that his writings found a surprisingly ready sale, even afar, that
word-767 writings found a surprisingly ready sale, even afar, that was not
word-769 a surprisingly ready sale, even afar, that was not Luther' s
word-775 that was not Luther' s fault. Even the Tessaradecas consolatoria, written
word-779 s fault. Even the Tessaradecas consolatoria, written in 1519 and printed
word-788 in 1520, a book of consolation, which was originally intended for
word-805 written by him only upon solicitation from outside sources.
word-808 only upon solicitation from outside sources.
word-831 composition came from George Spalatin, court- preacher to the Elector, who
word-835 Spalatin, court- preacher to the Elector, who reminded Luther of a
word-837 preacher to the Elector, who reminded Luther of a promise he
word-844 of a promise he had given, still Luther was willing to
word-855 undertake it only when he recalled that in a previous sermon
word-881 good works; and when Luther actually commenced the composition he had
word-882 works; and when Luther actually commenced the composition he had nothing
word-903 his congregation on this important topic.
word-910 while the work was in progress the material so accumulated that
word-912 work was in progress the material so accumulated that it far
word-914 in progress the material so accumulated that it far outgrew the
word-918 so accumulated that it far outgrew the bounds of a sermon
word-932 March 25. he wrote to Spalatin that it would become a
word-939 it would become a whole booklet instead of a sermon; on
word-943 whole booklet instead of a sermon; on May 5. he again
word-948 on May 5. he again emphasizes the growth of the material;
word-950 5. he again emphasizes the growth of the material; on May
word-953 emphasizes the growth of the material; on May 13. he speaks
word-960 13. he speaks of its completion at an early date, and
word-964 its completion at an early date, and on June 8. he
word-971 June 8. he could send Melanchthon a printed copy. It was
word-974 could send Melanchthon a printed copy. It was entitled: Von den
word-977 a printed copy. It was entitled: Von den guten werckenn: D.
word-978 printed copy. It was entitled: Von den guten werckenn: D. M.
word-979 copy. It was entitled: Von den guten werckenn: D. M. L.
word-980 It was entitled: Von den guten werckenn: D. M. L. Vuittenberg.
word-981 was entitled: Von den guten werckenn: D. M. L. Vuittenberg. On
word-982 entitled: Von den guten werckenn: D. M. L. Vuittenberg. On the
word-984 den guten werckenn: D. M. L. Vuittenberg. On the last page
word-985 guten werckenn: D. M. L. Vuittenberg. On the last page it
word-989 L. Vuittenberg. On the last page it bore the printer' s
word-991 On the last page it bore the printer' s mark: Getruck
word-993 last page it bore the printer' s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg
word-995 it bore the printer' s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem
word-996 bore the printer' s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen
word-997 the printer' s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior
word-999 s mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther. Im
word-1000 mark: Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent
word-1001 Getruck zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert
word-1002 zu Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd
word-1003 Wittenberg bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten
word-1004 bey dem iungen Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten Jar.
word-1005 dem iungen Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten Jar. It
word-1006 iungen Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten Jar. It filled
word-1007 Melchior Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten Jar. It filled not
word-1008 Lotther. Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten Jar. It filled not less
word-1009 Im Tausent funfhundert vnnd zweyntzigsten Jar. It filled not less than
word-1015 filled not less than 58 leaves, quarto. In spite of its
word-1016 not less than 58 leaves, quarto. In spite of its volume,
word-1024 of its volume, however, the intention of the book for the
word-1031 the book for the congregation remained, now however, not only for
word-1053 layman in general. In the dedicatory preface Luther lays the greatest
word-1054 in general. In the dedicatory preface Luther lays the greatest stress
word-1056 In the dedicatory preface Luther lays the greatest stress upon this,
word-1059 preface Luther lays the greatest stress upon this, for he writes:
word-1076 many, and must hear it daily, who think lightly of my
word-1082 who think lightly of my poverty and say that I write
word-1091 write only small Sexternlein ( tracts of small volume) and German
word-1094 Sexternlein ( tracts of small volume) and German sermons for the
word-1125 but one layman for his betterment with all my powers; it
word-1129 his betterment with all my powers; it would be sufficient for
word-1147 all my books to perish thereafter.... Most willingly I will leave
word-1176 writing German to the untaught laity."
word-1182 Since Luther had dedicated the afore- mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria to the
word-1185 dedicated the afore- mentioned Tessaradecas consolatoria to the reigning Prince, he
word-1194 Prince, he now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise
word-1196 now, probably on Spalatin' s recommendation, dedicated the Treatise on Good
word-1206 Good Works to his brother John, who afterward, in 1525, succeeded
word-1208 to his brother John, who afterward, in 1525, succeeded Frederick in
word-1210 John, who afterward, in 1525, succeeded Frederick in the Electorate. There
word-1211 who afterward, in 1525, succeeded Frederick in the Electorate. There was
word-1214 1525, succeeded Frederick in the Electorate. There was probably good reason
word-1221 was probably good reason for dedicating the book to a member
word-1238 reason to take a special interest in the fact that preaching
word-1251 works should occur within their realm, for the safety and sane
word-1254 within their realm, for the safety and sane development of their
word-1256 realm, for the safety and sane development of their kingdom depend
word-1257 for the safety and sane development of their kingdom depend largely
word-1261 sane development of their kingdom depend largely upon the cultivation of
word-1262 development of their kingdom depend largely upon the cultivation of morality
word-1265 kingdom depend largely upon the cultivation of morality on the part
word-1273 on the part of their subjects. Time and again the papal
word-1286 commended herself to princes and statesmen by her emphatic teaching of
word-1289 princes and statesmen by her emphatic teaching of good works. Luther,
word-1301 the other hand, had been accused— like the Apostle Paul before
word-1317 performance of good works had abated, that the bonds of discipline
word-1320 works had abated, that the bonds of discipline had slackened and
word-1324 the bonds of discipline had slackened and that, as a necessary
word-1330 and that, as a necessary consequence, lawlessness and shameless immorality were
word-1331 that, as a necessary consequence, lawlessness and shameless immorality were being
word-1333 a necessary consequence, lawlessness and shameless immorality were being promoted by
word-1334 necessary consequence, lawlessness and shameless immorality were being promoted by his
word-1337 and shameless immorality were being promoted by his doctrine of justification
word-1348 faith alone. Before 1517 the rumor had already spread that Luther
word-1364 good works. Duke George of Saxony had received no good impression
word-1377 sermon Luther had delivered at Dresden, because he feared the consequences
word-1382 Dresden, because he feared the consequences which Luther' s doctrine of
word-1396 alone might have upon the morals of the masses. Under these
word-1399 upon the morals of the masses. Under these circumstances it would
word-1402 of the masses. Under these circumstances it would not have been
word-1408 it would not have been surprising if a member of the
word-1417 of the Electoral house should harbor like scruples, especially since the
word-1424 scruples, especially since the full comprehension of Luther' s preaching on
word-1432 s preaching on good works depended on an evangelical understanding of
word-1447 was Luther' s own. The Middle Ages had differentiated between fides
word-1448 Luther' s own. The Middle Ages had differentiated between fides informis,
word-1450 own. The Middle Ages had differentiated between fides informis, a formless
word-1453 Ages had differentiated between fides informis, a formless faith, and fides
word-1459 a formless faith, and fides formata or informata, a formed or
word-1461 faith, and fides formata or informata, a formed or ornate faith.
word-1465 or informata, a formed or ornate faith. The former was held
word-1479 knowledge without any life or effect, the latter to be identical
word-1484 effect, the latter to be identical with love for, as they
word-1493 as they said, love which proves itself and is effective in
word-1497 which proves itself and is effective in good works must be
word-1510 the formless faith, as its complement and its content, well pleasing
word-1513 as its complement and its content, well pleasing to God. In
word-1527 every one who was seriously interested in religious questions was reared
word-1532 interested in religious questions was reared under the influence of these
word-1538 under the influence of these ideas.
word-1560 was in danger of being misunderstood by strangers, as though he
word-1568 as though he held the bare knowledge and assent to be
word-1571 held the bare knowledge and assent to be sufficient for justification,
word-1576 assent to be sufficient for justification, and such preaching would indeed
word-1585 would indeed have led to frivolity and disorderly conduct. But even
word-1587 have led to frivolity and disorderly conduct. But even apart from
word-1588 led to frivolity and disorderly conduct. But even apart from the
word-1604 brother of the Elector was disturbed by such scruples, Luther must
word-1611 such scruples, Luther must have welcomed the opportunity, when the summons
word-1613 Luther must have welcomed the opportunity, when the summons came to
word-1616 welcomed the opportunity, when the summons came to him, to dedicate
word-1621 summons came to him, to dedicate his book Of Good Works
word-1636 the Electoral house. At any rate the book could serve to
word-1642 the book could serve to acquaint him with the thoughts of
word-1649 with the thoughts of his much- abused pastor and professor at
word-1650 the thoughts of his much- abused pastor and professor at Wittenberg,
word-1653 his much- abused pastor and professor at Wittenberg, for never before
word-1674 works in such a fundamental, thorough and profound way.
word-1676 such a fundamental, thorough and profound way.
word-1684 Contents of the Work.— A perusal of the contents shows that
word-1697 in the course of its production, attained a greater length than
word-1705 greater length than was originally intended. To this fact it must
word-1712 this fact it must be attributed that a new numeration of
word-1716 be attributed that a new numeration of sections begins with the
word-1733 is repeated at every Commandment thereafter, while before this the sections
word-1740 before this the sections were consecutively numbered. But in spite of
word-1741 this the sections were consecutively numbered. But in spite of this,
word-1755 the whole is clear and lucid. Evidently the whole treatise is
word-1761 Evidently the whole treatise is divided into two parts: the first
word-1764 treatise is divided into two parts: the first comprising sections 1-17,
word-1767 into two parts: the first comprising sections 1-17, while the second
word-1772 sections 1-17, while the second comprises all the following sections. The
word-1776 second comprises all the following sections. The first, being fundamental, is
word-1785 fundamental, is the more important part. Luther well knew of the
word-1791 Luther well knew of the charges made against him that "
word-1800 " faith is so highly elevated" and " works are rejected"
word-1804 elevated" and " works are rejected" by him; but he knew,
word-1809 rejected" by him; but he knew, too, that " neither silver,
word-1827 thing had experienced so much augmentation and diminution" as had good
word-1829 experienced so much augmentation and diminution" as had good works "
word-1848 they are nothing but color, glitter and deception." But especially was
word-1850 nothing but color, glitter and deception." But especially was he aware
word-1880 to the convent, singing, reading, playing the organ, saying the mass,
word-1882 convent, singing, reading, playing the organ, saying the mass, praying matins,
word-1887 organ, saying the mass, praying matins, vespers, and other hours, founding
word-1888 saying the mass, praying matins, vespers, and other hours, founding and
word-1894 and other hours, founding and ornamenting churches, altars, convents, gathering chimes,
word-1897 founding and ornamenting churches, altars, convents, gathering chimes, jewels, vestments, gems
word-1899 ornamenting churches, altars, convents, gathering chimes, jewels, vestments, gems and treasures,
word-1901 altars, convents, gathering chimes, jewels, vestments, gems and treasures, going to
word-1902 convents, gathering chimes, jewels, vestments, gems and treasures, going to Rome
word-1912 Rome and to the saints, curtsying and bowing the knees, praying
word-1914 to the saints, curtsying and bowing the knees, praying the rosary
word-1922 praying the rosary and the psalter," etc., and that she designated
word-1927 psalter," etc., and that she designated these alone as truly good
word-1936 truly good works, while she represented the faithful performance of the
word-1952 as a morality of a lower order. For these reasons it
word-1978 the essence of good works. Whenever the essence of good works
word-1989 has been understood, then the accusations against him will quickly collapse.
word-1994 accusations against him will quickly collapse.
word-2026 has commanded, and as are comprehended within the bounds of one'
word-2044 their name be what it may, become good only when they
word-2055 flow from faith, the first, greatest, and noblest of good works."
word-2064 ( John 6:29.) In this connection the essence of faith, that
word-2082 must of course be rightly understood. It is the sure confidence
word-2129 even though " God should reprove the conscience with sin, death
word-2153 condemn and show His wrath eternally." Where such faith lives in
word-2178 the picking up of a straw"; but where it is wanting,
word-2183 straw"; but where it is wanting, there are only such works
word-2191 such works as " heathen, Jew and Turk" may have and
word-2193 as " heathen, Jew and Turk" may have and do. Where
word-2201 and do. Where such faith possesses the man, he needs no
word-2255 undone, to say, to leave unsaid, to think."
word-2257 say, to leave unsaid, to think."
word-2261 This faith, Luther continues, is " the true fulfilment
word-2283 could do justice to this Commandment." With this sentence he combines,
word-2288 Commandment." With this sentence he combines, on the one hand, the
word-2308 of good works, with his opening proposition ( there are no
word-2326 on the other hand, he prepares the way for the following
word-2335 the following argument, wherein he proposes to exhibit the good works
word-2337 argument, wherein he proposes to exhibit the good works according to
word-2368 it forbids but one thing, unbelief; it requires but one thing,
word-2384 s good will at all times." Without this faith the best
word-2412 to God, he would be lowering God to the level of
word-2416 be lowering God to the level of a " broker or
word-2419 the level of a " broker or a laborer who will
word-2422 a " broker or a laborer who will not dispense his
word-2426 a laborer who will not dispense his grace and kindness gratis."
word-2431 dispense his grace and kindness gratis."
word-2442 good works, so Luther now addresses his opponents, should in fairness
word-2444 so Luther now addresses his opponents, should in fairness be kept
word-2447 addresses his opponents, should in fairness be kept in view by
word-2458 those who accuse him of declaiming against good works, and they
word-2482 was against such as are falsely so called and as contribute
word-2487 falsely so called and as contribute toward the confusion of consciences,
word-2490 and as contribute toward the confusion of consciences, because they are
word-2497 consciences, because they are self- elected, do not flow from faith,
word-2508 and are done with the pretension of doing works well- pleasing
word-2558 too, how the " best work," faith, must prove itself in
word-2591 part he has said with emphasis, that the believer, the spiritual
word-2636 have such faith, or are unmindful of it," does such instruction
word-2638 faith, or are unmindful of it," does such instruction become necessary.
word-2643 it," does such instruction become necessary.
word-2651 he proceed until he has applied his oft repeated words concerning
word-2676 the other Commandments. From the fact, that according to the First
word-2684 to the First Commandment, we acquire a pure heart and confidence
word-2710 to acknowledge His grace, to render all honor to Him alone."
word-2733 namely, " to observe divine services with prayer and the hearing
word-2744 of preaching, to incline the imagination of our hearts toward God'
word-2782 the Third and Fourth Commandments claims nearly one- half of the
word-2783 Third and Fourth Commandments claims nearly one- half of the entire
word-2784 and Fourth Commandments claims nearly one- half of the entire treatise.
word-2810 proof of faith, Luther especially mentions the proper hearing of mass
word-2825 prayer, bodily discipline and the mortification of the flesh, and he
word-2831 of the flesh, and he joins the former and the latter
word-2841 latter by an important fundamental discussion of the New Testament conception
word-2846 discussion of the New Testament conception of Sabbath rest.
word-2849 New Testament conception of Sabbath rest.
word-2851 Luther discusses the Fourth Commandment as fully
word-2856 discusses the Fourth Commandment as fully as the Third. The exercise
word-2859 Commandment as fully as the Third. The exercise of faith, according
word-2888 toward their children, and of subordinates toward their superiors in the
word-2891 and of subordinates toward their superiors in the ecclesiastical as well
word-2894 toward their superiors in the ecclesiastical as well as in the
word-2902 as in the common civil sphere. The various duties issue from
word-2910 duties issue from the various callings, for faithful performance of the
word-2939 As he now proceeds to speak of the spiritual
word-2952 government of the Church, he frankly reveals their faults and demands
word-2957 frankly reveals their faults and demands a reform of the present
word-2959 their faults and demands a reform of the present rulers. Honor
word-2972 in all things should be rendered unto the Church, the spiritual
word-3009 their peculiar work, namely, the fostering of godliness and discipline, like
word-3026 her children and follows a lover, and instead they undertake strange
word-3062 parents have become mad and insane. Kings, princes, the nobility, municipalities
word-3079 own accord and put a check to these conditions, so that
word-3082 put a check to these conditions, so that the bishops and
word-3094 clergy, who are now too timid, may be induced to follow.
word-3108 civil magistrates must also suffer reforms to be enacted in their
word-3111 also suffer reforms to be enacted in their particular spheres; especially
word-3115 be enacted in their particular spheres; especially are they called on
word-3129 the rude " gluttony and drunkenness," luxury in clothing, the usurious
word-3130 rude " gluttony and drunkenness," luxury in clothing, the usurious sale
word-3135 luxury in clothing, the usurious sale of rents and the common
word-3137 clothing, the usurious sale of rents and the common brothels. This,
word-3141 of rents and the common brothels. This, by divine and human
word-3153 is a part of their enjoined works according to the Fourth
word-3162 Luther, at last, briefly treats of the Second
word-3164 Luther, at last, briefly treats of the Second Table of
word-3192 their relation to faith, thus holding fast this fundamental thought of
word-3224 matter to be graciously and favorably minded toward one' s neighbor
word-3236 to overcome all angry and wrathful desires. In this faith in
word-3237 overcome all angry and wrathful desires. In this faith in God
word-3250 will teach us to avoid unchaste thoughts and thus to keep
word-3257 and thus to keep the Sixth Commandment. When the heart trusts
word-3277 temporal goods of others, nor cleave to money, but according to
word-3307 present there is also a courageous, strong and intrepid heart, which
word-3310 also a courageous, strong and intrepid heart, which will at all
word-3317 which will at all times defend the truth, as the Eighth
word-3322 defend the truth, as the Eighth Commandment demands, whether neck or
word-3324 truth, as the Eighth Commandment demands, whether neck or coat be
word-3326 the Eighth Commandment demands, whether neck or coat be at stake,
word-3328 Commandment demands, whether neck or coat be at stake, whether it
word-3331 neck or coat be at stake, whether it be against pope
word-3356 lust, as forbidden in the Ninth and Tenth Commandments, and that
word-3358 forbidden in the Ninth and Tenth Commandments, and that even unto
word-3370 The Importance of the Work.— Inquiring now into the importance of
word-3387 s impression evidently was perfectly correct, when he wrote to Spalatin,
word-3396 to Spalatin, long before its completion— as early as March 25.—
word-3412 better than anything he had heretofore written. The book, indeed, surpasses
word-3413 than anything he had heretofore written. The book, indeed, surpasses all
word-3417 heretofore written. The book, indeed, surpasses all his previous German writings
word-3430 as well as all his Latin and German ones in clearness,
word-3435 Latin and German ones in clearness, richness and the fundamental importance
word-3436 and German ones in clearness, richness and the fundamental importance of
word-3443 the fundamental importance of its content. In comparison with the prevalent
word-3445 importance of its content. In comparison with the prevalent urging of
word-3455 of self- elected works of monkish holiness, which had arisen from
word-3459 of monkish holiness, which had arisen from a complete misunderstanding of
word-3463 had arisen from a complete misunderstanding of the so- called evangelical
word-3470 so- called evangelical counsels ( comp. esp. Matthew 19:16-22) and which
word-3471 called evangelical counsels ( comp. esp. Matthew 19:16-22) and which were
word-3498 must have appeared to all thoughtful and earnest souls as a
word-3504 and earnest souls as a revelation, when he so clearly amplified
word-3509 revelation, when he so clearly amplified the proposition that only those
word-3511 he so clearly amplified the proposition that only those works are
word-3532 and that therefore, not the abandoning of one' s earthly calling,
word-3564 of us. Over against the wide- spread opinion, as though the
word-3574 the will of God as declared in the Ten Commandments referred
word-3611 in the Sermon on the Mount, when he taught men to
word-3620 men to recognize only the extreme point and manifestation of a
word-3623 only the extreme point and manifestation of a whole trend of
word-3627 and manifestation of a whole trend of thought in the work
word-3633 of thought in the work prohibited by the text, and when
word-3636 the work prohibited by the text, and when he directed Christians
word-3650 in the keeping of the literal requirement of each Commandment, but
word-3651 the keeping of the literal requirement of each Commandment, but from
word-3660 but from this point of vantage to inquire into the whole
word-3662 this point of vantage to inquire into the whole depth and
word-3666 to inquire into the whole depth and breadth of God' s
word-3672 and breadth of God' s will— positively and negatively— and to
word-3673 breadth of God' s will— positively and negatively— and to do
word-3675 God' s will— positively and negatively— and to do His will
word-3701 been occasionally expressed in the expositions of the Ten Commandments which
word-3727 recognized as the only correct principle, much less had it been
word-3734 less had it been so energetically carried out from beginning to
word-3738 so energetically carried out from beginning to end, as is done
word-3750 this treatise. Over against the deep- rooted view that the works
word-3751 treatise. Over against the deep- rooted view that the works of
word-3791 this treatise declared, and with victorious certainty carried out the thought,
word-3803 it is true faith which invests the works, even the best
word-3821 This proposition, which Luther here amplifies more
word-3825 This proposition, which Luther here amplifies more clearly than ever before,
word-3831 more clearly than ever before, demanded nothing less than a breach
word-3836 demanded nothing less than a breach with the whole of prevalent
word-3843 the whole of prevalent religious views, and at that time must
word-3854 have been perceived as the discovery of a new world, though
word-3883 way of salvation. This, too, accounts for the fact that in
word-3892 that in this writing the accusation is more impressively repelled than
word-3895 writing the accusation is more impressively repelled than before, that the
word-3896 the accusation is more impressively repelled than before, that the doctrine
word-3907 of justification by faith alone resulted in moral laxity, and that,
word-3910 faith alone resulted in moral laxity, and that, on the other
word-3920 other hand, the fundamental and radical importance of righteousness by faith
word-3937 revealed in such a heart- refreshing manner. Luther' s appeal in
word-3938 in such a heart- refreshing manner. Luther' s appeal in this
word-3941 heart- refreshing manner. Luther' s appeal in this treatise to kings,
word-3952 princes, the nobility, municipalities and communities, to declare against the misuse
word-3963 of spiritual powers and to abolish various abuses in civil life,
word-3969 various abuses in civil life, marks this treatise as a forerunner
word-3974 marks this treatise as a forerunner of the great Reformation writings,
word-3986 in the same year (1520), while, on the other hand, his
word-3992 on the other hand, his espousal of the rights of the
word-3999 rights of the " poor man"— to be met with here
word-4002 " poor man"— to be met with here for the first
word-4008 with here for the first time— shows that the Monk of
word-4012 first time— shows that the Monk of Witttenberg, coming from the
word-4014 shows that the Monk of Witttenberg, coming from the narrow limits
word-4025 of the convent, had an intimate and sympathetic knowledge of the
word-4027 convent, had an intimate and sympathetic knowledge of the social needs
word-4031 and sympathetic knowledge of the social needs of his time. Thus
word-4050 take a stand in the center of the Gospel does not
word-4058 Gospel does not narrow the vision nor harden the heart, but
word-4060 not narrow the vision nor harden the heart, but rather produces
word-4065 harden the heart, but rather produces courage in the truth and
word-4079 Luther' s contemporaries at once recognized the great
word-4088 the great importance of the Treatise, for within the period of
word-4092 the Treatise, for within the period of seven months it passed
word-4095 within the period of seven months it passed through eight editions;
word-4099 seven months it passed through eight editions; these were followed by
word-4100 months it passed through eight editions; these were followed by six
word-4116 1525; in 1521 it was translated into Latin, and in this
word-4118 1521 it was translated into Latin, and in this form passed
word-4152 Reformation writings of 1520 were casting all else into the shadow.
word-4157 casting all else into the shadow. Melanchthon, in a contemporaneous letter
word-4158 all else into the shadow. Melanchthon, in a contemporaneous letter to
word-4161 the shadow. Melanchthon, in a contemporaneous letter to John Hess, called
word-4165 a contemporaneous letter to John Hess, called it Luther' s best
word-4171 called it Luther' s best book. John Mathesius, the well- known
word-4173 Luther' s best book. John Mathesius, the well- known pastor at
word-4179 the well- known pastor at Joachimsthal and Luther' s biographer, acknowledged
word-4183 at Joachimsthal and Luther' s biographer, acknowledged that he had learned
word-4184 Joachimsthal and Luther' s biographer, acknowledged that he had learned the
word-4190 he had learned the " rudiments of Christianity" from it.
word-4192 learned the " rudiments of Christianity" from it.
word-4203 this book has its peculiar mission to the Church. The seeking
word-4214 after self- elected works, the indolence regarding the works commanded of
word-4226 the foolish opinion, that the path of works leads to God'
word-4241 will, are even to- day widely prevalent within the kingdom of
word-4254 all this Luther' s treatise answers: Be diligent in the works
word-4256 Luther' s treatise answers: Be diligent in the works of your
word-4273 but only after having first strengthened, by the consideration of God'
word-4276 having first strengthened, by the consideration of God' s mercy, the
word-4301 M. REU. WARTBURG SEMINARY, DUBUQUE, IOWA.
word-4302 M. REU. WARTBURG SEMINARY, DUBUQUE, IOWA.
word-4303 M. REU. WARTBURG SEMINARY, DUBUQUE, IOWA.
word-4304 M. REU. WARTBURG SEMINARY, DUBUQUE, IOWA.
word-4305 M. REU. WARTBURG SEMINARY, DUBUQUE, IOWA.
word-4318 Lord, John Duke of Saxony, Landgrave of Thuringia, Margrave of Meissen,
word-4320 Duke of Saxony, Landgrave of Thuringia, Margrave of Meissen, my gracious
word-4321 of Saxony, Landgrave of Thuringia, Margrave of Meissen, my gracious Lord
word-4323 Landgrave of Thuringia, Margrave of Meissen, my gracious Lord and Patron.
word-4328 Meissen, my gracious Lord and Patron.
word-4334 Illustrious, High- born Prince, gracious Lord! My humble duty and my
word-4346 prayer for your Grace always remembered!
word-4371 your princely Grace, by the exhibition of some such spiritual wares
word-4381 wares as are at my disposal; but I have always considered
word-4408 however, my most gracious Lord Frederick, Duke of Saxony, Elector and
word-4414 Duke of Saxony, Elector and Vicar of the Holy Roman Empire,
word-4419 Vicar of the Holy Roman Empire, your Grace' s brother, has
word-4426 Grace' s brother, has not despised, but graciously accepted my slight
word-4440 his electoral Grace, and now published— though such was not my
word-4456 from his gracious example and ventured to think that the princely
word-4484 and good will. I have hoped that your princely Grace likewise
word-4504 have felt more need of publishing than an other of my
word-4512 other of my sermons or tracts. For the greatest of all
word-4521 of all questions has been raised, the question of Good Works;
word-4533 which is practised immeasurably more trickery and deception than in anything
word-4535 practised immeasurably more trickery and deception than in anything else, and
word-4544 else, and in which the simpleminded man is so easily misled
word-4564 carefully for the sheep' s clothings under which the wolves hide
word-4568 s clothings under which the wolves hide themselves.
word-4569 clothings under which the wolves hide themselves.
word-4575 Neither silver, gold, precious stones, nor any rare thing has
word-4583 rare thing has such manifold alloys and flaws as have good
word-4585 has such manifold alloys and flaws as have good works, which
word-4606 are mere color, show and deceit.
word-4618 hear many people, who think slightingly of my poverty, and say
word-4629 that I write only little pamphlets and German sermons for the
word-4640 unlearned laity, this shall not disturb me. Would to God I
word-4654 my life, with all the ability I have, helped one layman
word-4662 helped one layman to be better! I would be satisfied, thank
word-4666 be better! I would be satisfied, thank God, and be quite
word-4701 Church, I leave others to judge. But I believe that if
word-4717 great books according to their art, I could, with God' s
word-4719 according to their art, I could, with God' s help, do
word-4738 a little discourse after my fashion. If accomplishment were as easy
word-4740 discourse after my fashion. If accomplishment were as easy as persecution,
word-4760 heaven again, and God' s throne itself overturned. Although we cannot
word-4762 and God' s throne itself overturned. Although we cannot all be
word-4768 Although we cannot all be writers, we all want to be
word-4774 we all want to be critics.
word-4805 in German for the unlearned laymen. Although I too have little
word-4820 believe that if we had hitherto done, and should henceforth do
word-4832 of it, Christendom would have reaped no small advantage, and have
word-4835 would have reaped no small advantage, and have been more bene
word-4840 advantage, and have been more bene fited by this than by
word-4841 and have been more bene fited by this than by the
word-4851 the great, deep books and quaestiones, which are used only in
word-4854 books and quaestiones, which are used only in the schools, among
word-4861 in the schools, among the learned.
word-4869 I have never forced or begged any one to hear me,
word-4879 me, or to read my sermons. I have freely ministered in
word-4883 my sermons. I have freely ministered in the Church of that
word-4897 given me and which I owe the Church. Whoever likes it
word-4901 I owe the Church. Whoever likes it not, may hear and
word-4922 not willing to be my debtors, it matters little. For me
word-4939 than too much, that some laymen condescend to read what I
word-4940 too much, that some laymen condescend to read what I say.
word-4977 such German books and is eager to receive instruction in Good
word-5004 Therefore, in dutiful humility I pray that your
word-5022 mine with a gracious mind, until, if God grant me time,
word-5032 time, I prepare a German exposition of the Faith in its
word-5038 of the Faith in its entirety. For at this time I
word-5070 the chief work. If God permit, I will treat at another
word-5080 another time of the Faith itself— how we are daily to
word-5088 are daily to pray or recite it.
word-5094 I humbly commend myself herewith to your princely Grace, Your
word-5104 Your Princely Grace' s Humble Chaplain,
word-5105 DR. MARTIN LUTHER. From Wittenberg, March
word-5106 DR. MARTIN LUTHER. From Wittenberg, March 29th,
word-5107 DR. MARTIN LUTHER. From Wittenberg, March 29th, A.
word-5111 LUTHER. From Wittenberg, March 29th, A. D. 1520.
word-5142 except that which God has forbidden. Therefore whoever wishes to know
word-5169 Matthew xix, " If thou wilt enter into life, keep the
word-5175 enter into life, keep the commandments." And when the young man
word-5184 commandments. Thus Christ says, Matthew xix, " If thou wilt enter
word-5192 shall do that he may inherit eternal life, Christ sets before
word-5205 else but the Ten Commandments. Accordingly, we must learn how to
word-5224 God, and not from the appearance, the magnitude, or the number
word-5226 not from the appearance, the magnitude, or the number of the
word-5245 or of human law or custom, as we see has been
word-5302 may work the works of God?" He answered: " This is
word-5319 on Him Whom He hath sent." When we hear or preach
word-5328 or preach this word, we hasten over it and deem it
word-5332 we hasten over it and deem it a very little thing
word-5347 whereas we ought here to pause a long time and to
word-5353 a long time and to ponder it well. For in this
word-5371 and receive from it the inflow of their goodness, like a
word-5377 of their goodness, like a loan. This we must put bluntly,
word-5382 loan. This we must put bluntly, that men may understand it.
word-5429 " No"; they do not know, or they doubt. And there
word-5432 do not know, or they doubt. And there are some very
word-5441 some very learned men, who mislead them, and say that it
word-5486 they are nothing and altogether dead. For as their conscience stands
word-5497 toward God and as it believes, so also are the works
word-5529 and all their life and goodness is nothing. Hence it comes
word-5551 faith, they accuse me of forbidding good works, when in truth
word-5559 when in truth I am trying hard to teach real good
word-5575 you ask further, whether they count it also a good work
word-5600 kinds of works for the nourishment of the body or for
word-5608 body or for the common welfare, and whether they believe that
word-5632 say, " No"; and they define good works so narrowly that
word-5636 they define good works so narrowly that they are made to
word-5642 that they are made to consist only of praying in church,
word-5650 praying in church, fasting, and almsgiving. Other works they consider to
word-5673 through their damnable unbelief they curtail and lessen the service of
word-5697 So teaches Ecclesiastes ix: " Go thy way
word-5711 drink, and know that God accepteth thy works. Let thy garments
word-5719 Let thy garments be always white; and let thy head lack
word-5726 let thy head lack no ointment. Live joyfully with the wife
word-5734 with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of the
word-5749 Let thy garments be always white," that is, let all our
word-5768 any distinction. And they are white when I am certain and
word-5789 my soul never lack the ointment of a joyful conscience.
word-5793 the ointment of a joyful conscience.
word-5814 says, I. John iii: " Hereby we know that we are
word-5842 if our heart condemns or frets us, God is greater than
word-5877 that are pleasing in His sight." Again: " Whosoever is born
word-5887 of God, that is, whoever believes and trusts God, doth not
word-5891 whoever believes and trusts God, doth not commit sin, and cannot
word-5893 and trusts God, doth not commit sin, and cannot sin." Again,
word-5946 they do must be quickly forgiven. Behold, then, why I exalt
word-5954 why I exalt faith so greatly, draw all works into it,
word-6018 thing as picking up a straw. If confidence is absent, or
word-6047 should give himself to be burned. This is the teaching of
word-6084 name of " believers on Christ." For all other works a
word-6092 other works a heathen, a Jew, a Turk, a sinner, may
word-6094 a heathen, a Jew, a Turk, a sinner, may also do;
word-6096 a Jew, a Turk, a sinner, may also do; but to
word-6116 for a Christian who is enlightened and strengthened by grace.
word-6125 That these words seem strange, and that some call me
word-6132 that some call me a heretic because of them, is due
word-6149 followed blind reason and heathen ways, have set faith not above,
word-6158 not above, but beside other virtues, and have given it a
word-6186 other works good, acceptable and worthy, in that it trusts God
word-6221 work, but have made a habitus of it, as they say,
word-6271 once love, peace, joy and hope. For God gives His Spirit
word-6328 all distinctions between works fall away, whether they be great, small,
word-6338 small, short, long, few or many. For the works are acceptable
word-6366 each and every work without distinction, however numerous and various they
word-6368 every work without distinction, however numerous and various they are, just
word-6439 all is well done; as Samuel said to Saul: " The
word-6459 shalt be turned into another man; then do thou as occasion
word-6466 do thou as occasion serves thee; for God is with thee."
word-6478 also we read of St. Anna, Samuel' s mother: " When
word-6479 we read of St. Anna, Samuel' s mother: " When she
word-6487 When she believed the priest Eli who promised her God' s
word-6510 no more turned hither and thither," that is, whatever occurred, it
word-6514 and thither," that is, whatever occurred, it was all one to
word-6520 it was all one to her. St. Paul also says: "
word-6534 Christ is, there all is free." For faith does not permit
word-6565 First Psalm says, " He bringeth forth his fruit in his
word-6571 forth his fruit in his season," that is, as a matter
word-6578 is, as a matter of course.
word-6588 see in a common human example. When a man and a
word-6594 When a man and a woman love and are pleased with
word-6615 them how they are to behave, what they are to do,
word-6626 leave undone, say, not say, think? Confidence alone teaches them all
word-6640 They make no difference in works: they do the great, the
word-6660 short, the little, and vice versa; and that too with joyful,
word-6666 and that too with joyful, peaceful, confident hearts, and each is
word-6674 and each is a free companion of the other. But where
word-6684 where there is a doubt, search is made for what is
word-6697 a distinction of works is imagined whereby a man may win
word-6712 goes about it with a heavy heart, and great disrelish; he
word-6716 a heavy heart, and great disrelish; he is, as it were,
word-6721 disrelish; he is, as it were, taken captive, more than half
word-6754 things, can do all things, undertakes all things that are to
word-6765 be done, and does everything cheerfully and freely; not that he
word-6767 and does everything cheerfully and freely; not that he may gather
word-6817 one with God, or doubts, hunts and worries in what way
word-6839 runs to St. James of Compostella, to Rome, to Jerusalem, hither
word-6846 Rome, to Jerusalem, hither and yon, prays St. Bridget' s prayer
word-6849 hither and yon, prays St. Bridget' s prayer and the rest,
word-6888 with great effort, despair and disrelish of heart, so that the
word-6900 rightly call such works in Hebrew Avenama, that is, labor and
word-6901 call such works in Hebrew Avenama, that is, labor and travail.
word-6906 Avenama, that is, labor and travail. And even then they are
word-6918 good works, and are all lost. Many have been crazed thereby;
word-6923 lost. Many have been crazed thereby; their fear has brought them
word-6927 crazed thereby; their fear has brought them into all manner of
word-6945 Solomon v: " We have wearied ourselves in the wrong way;
word-6955 way; and have gone through deserts, where there lay no way;
word-6979 and the sun of righteousness rose not upon us."
word-6992 faith is still slight and weak; let us ask further, whether
word-7026 that God of His mercy appoints their sufferings and difficulties for
word-7030 mercy appoints their sufferings and difficulties for them, whether they be
word-7038 whether they be small or great. This is real strength, to
word-7042 or great. This is real strength, to trust in God when
word-7058 reason He appears to be angry; and to have greater confidence
word-7068 confidence in Him than we feel. Here He is hidden, as
word-7072 we feel. Here He is hidden, as the bride says in
word-7075 He is hidden, as the bride says in the Song of
word-7079 the bride says in the Song of Songs: " Behold he
word-7084 of Songs: " Behold he standeth behind our wall, he looketh
word-7089 standeth behind our wall, he looketh forth at the windows"; that
word-7093 he looketh forth at the windows"; that is, He stands hidden
word-7104 among the sufferings, which would separate us from Him like a
word-7114 a wall, yea, like a wall of stone, and yet He
word-7141 to help, and through the window of dim faith He permits
word-7143 and through the window of dim faith He permits Himself to
word-7157 says in Lamentations, " He casts off men, but He does
word-7165 but He does it not willingly."
word-7187 them and is become their enemy; they even lay the blame
word-7195 lay the blame of their ills on men and devils, and
word-7199 their ills on men and devils, and have no confidence at
word-7271 see in their sufferings and afflictions nothing but precious merits and
word-7278 but precious merits and the rarest possessions, the value of which
word-7287 of which no one can estimate. For faith and confidence make
word-7302 that which others think most shameful, so that it is written
word-7335 the confidence and faith are better, higher and stronger at this
word-7338 faith are better, higher and stronger at this stage than in
word-7346 stage than in the first stage, so and to the same
word-7352 so and to the same degree do the sufferings which are
word-7358 do the sufferings which are borne in this faith excel all
word-7362 are borne in this faith excel all works of faith. Therefore
word-7382 difference and the sufferings are infinitely better.
word-7394 the highest stage of faith, when; God punishes the conscience not
word-7396 stage of faith, when; God punishes the conscience not only with
word-7411 death, hell, and sin, and refuses grace and mercy, as though
word-7427 condemn and to be angry eternally. This few men experience, but
word-7434 few men experience, but David cries out in Psalm vi, "
word-7441 Psalm vi, " O Lord, rebuke me not in Thine anger."
word-7446 rebuke me not in Thine anger." To believe at such times
word-7473 done by and in the creature; but of this the work-
word-7481 this the work- righteous and doers of good works know nothing
word-7551 lead men from the false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with
word-7552 men from the false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with which
word-7553 from the false, pretentious, pharisaic, unbelieving good works, with which all
word-7562 which all monastic houses, churches, homes, low and higher classes are
word-7563 all monastic houses, churches, homes, low and higher classes are overfilled,
word-7568 low and higher classes are overfilled, and lead them to the
word-7575 lead them to the true, genuine, thoroughly good, believing works. In
word-7584 works. In this no one opposes me except the unclean beasts,
word-7588 one opposes me except the unclean beasts, which do not divide
word-7593 unclean beasts, which do not divide the hoof, as the Law
word-7595 which do not divide the hoof, as the Law of Moses
word-7601 as the Law of Moses decrees; who will suffer no distinction
word-7612 among good works, but go lumbering along: if only they pray,
word-7613 good works, but go lumbering along: if only they pray, fast,
word-7623 fast, establish endowments, go to confession, and do enough, everything shall
word-7645 in God' s grace and approval. Indeed, they consider the works
word-7730 rests, was proclaimed by the angels from heaven, when they sang
word-7735 angels from heaven, when they sang on Christmas night: " Gloria
word-7737 heaven, when they sang on Christmas night: " Gloria in excelsis
word-7739 sang on Christmas night: " Gloria in excelsis Deo, Glory to
word-7741 Christmas night: " Gloria in excelsis Deo, Glory to God in
word-7742 night: " Gloria in excelsis Deo, Glory to God in the
word-7755 to earth, gracious favor to man."
word-7773 Thou shalt have no other gods," which means: " Since I
word-7797 alone, and on no one else." For that is not to
word-7820 or worship him with the knees or bodily gestures; but if
word-7823 with the knees or bodily gestures; but if you trust Him
word-7854 or death, in joy or sorrow; as the Lord Christ says
word-7863 Christ says to the heathen woman, John iv: " I say
word-7885 in truth." And this faith, faithfulness, confidence deep in the heart,
word-7941 which they are directed and measured, so also its work, that
word-7977 exist, remain, be directed and measured. Compared with this, other works
word-8073 me, which leads me, in turn, to love Him and to
word-8081 Him and to trust Him heartily and to look to Him
word-8147 this Commandment, and practise real idolatry, even if they were to
word-8170 all the prayers, fasting, obedience, patience, chastity, and innocence of all
word-8173 fasting, obedience, patience, chastity, and innocence of all the saints combined.
word-8178 innocence of all the saints combined. For the chief work is
word-8195 others are nothing but mere sham, show and pretence, with nothing
word-8198 but mere sham, show and pretence, with nothing back of them;
word-8207 of them; against which Christ warns us, Matthew vii: " Beware
word-8211 warns us, Matthew vii: " Beware of false prophets, which come
word-8214 vii: " Beware of false prophets, which come to you in
word-8222 to you in sheep' s clothing." Such are all who wish
word-8255 as if He were a huckster or a day- laborer, unwilling
word-8258 were a huckster or a day- laborer, unwilling to give His
word-8259 a huckster or a day- laborer, unwilling to give His grace
word-8279 people on earth, who will hardly or never be converted to
word-8283 will hardly or never be converted to the right way. Such
word-8298 in adversity run hither and thither, and look for counsel and
word-8314 from Whom they are most urgently commanded to seek it; whom
word-8323 it; whom the Prophet Isaiah reproves thus, Isaiah ix: " The
word-8330 ix: " The mad people turneth not to Him that smiteth
word-8335 turneth not to Him that smiteth them"; that is, God smote
word-8340 smiteth them"; that is, God smote them and sent them sufferings
word-8370 Him to men, now to Egypt, now to Assyria, perchance also
word-8373 now to Egypt, now to Assyria, perchance also to the devil;
word-8374 to Egypt, now to Assyria, perchance also to the devil; and
word-8378 Assyria, perchance also to the devil; and of such idolatry much
word-8410 hypocrites when they are in trouble: they do not run to
word-8436 their trouble through their own efforts or through human help, and
word-8465 in many places, where he ascribes so much to faith, that
word-8472 much to faith, that he says: Justus ex fide sua vivit,
word-8473 to faith, that he says: Justus ex fide sua vivit, "
word-8474 faith, that he says: Justus ex fide sua vivit, " the
word-8475 that he says: Justus ex fide sua vivit, " the righteous
word-8476 he says: Justus ex fide sua vivit, " the righteous man
word-8481 vivit, " the righteous man draws his life out of his
word-8487 his life out of his faith," and faith is that because
word-8536 God. Again, the works can justify no one before God without
word-8544 before God without faith. So utterly and roundly does the Apostle
word-8546 without faith. So utterly and roundly does the Apostle reject works
word-8580 he condemns such men as erring and foolish.
word-8582 such men as erring and foolish.
word-8592 When we reject the great, pretentious works of our time, which
word-8617 to do anything good. For nowadays they say that the works
word-8630 First Commandment are singing, reading, organ- playing, reading the mass, saying
word-8636 playing, reading the mass, saying matins and vespers and the other
word-8638 the mass, saying matins and vespers and the other hours, the
word-8646 other hours, the founding and decorating of churches, altars, and monastic
word-8656 monastic houses, the gathering of bells, jewels, garments, trinkets and treasures,
word-8658 the gathering of bells, jewels, garments, trinkets and treasures, running to
word-8659 gathering of bells, jewels, garments, trinkets and treasures, running to Rome
word-8668 to Rome and to the saints. Further, when we are dressed
word-8673 saints. Further, when we are dressed up and bow, kneel, pray
word-8676 we are dressed up and bow, kneel, pray the rosary and
word-8677 are dressed up and bow, kneel, pray the rosary and the
word-8683 pray the rosary and the Psalter, and all this not before
word-8690 all this not before an idol, but before the holy cross
word-8700 cross of God or the pictures of His saints: this we
word-8703 or the pictures of His saints: this we call honoring and
word-8709 this we call honoring and worshiping God, and, according to the
word-8720 Commandment, " having no other gods"; although these things usurers, adulterers
word-8724 other gods"; although these things usurers, adulterers and all manner of
word-8725 gods"; although these things usurers, adulterers and all manner of sinners
word-8739 Of course, if these things are done
word-8758 please God, then they are praiseworthy, not because of their virtue,
word-8775 which all works are of equal value, as has been said.
word-8776 all works are of equal value, as has been said. But
word-8803 with us, or if we presumptuously expect to please Him only
word-8819 then it is all pure deception, outwardly honoring God, but inwardly
word-8820 it is all pure deception, outwardly honoring God, but inwardly setting
word-8824 deception, outwardly honoring God, but inwardly setting up self as a
word-8845 often spoken against the display, magnificence and multitude of such works
word-8890 his confidence upon the works, expecting by them to win God'
word-8899 win God' s favor and anticipate His grace; and so they
word-8901 s favor and anticipate His grace; and so they make a
word-8966 and keeping it with inward trust. For this last makes true,
word-8985 worse idolatry and the most mischievous hypocrites on earth, who with
word-8992 on earth, who with their apparent righteousness lead unnumbered people into
word-9012 faith, so that they are miserably misled, and are caught in
word-9013 so that they are miserably misled, and are caught in the
word-9016 are miserably misled, and are caught in the pitiable babbling and
word-9022 in the pitiable babbling and mummery. Of such Christ says, Matthew
word-9029 Christ says, Matthew xxiv: " Beware, if any man shall say
word-9042 Lo, here is Christ, or there"; and John iv: " I
word-9052 say unto thee, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in
word-9059 ye shall neither in this mountain nor yet at Jerusalem worship
word-9063 this mountain nor yet at Jerusalem worship God, for the Father
word-9071 for the Father seeketh spiritual worshipers."
word-9088 everyone to reject the great display of bulls, seals, flags, indulgences,
word-9090 reject the great display of bulls, seals, flags, indulgences, by which
word-9091 the great display of bulls, seals, flags, indulgences, by which the
word-9092 great display of bulls, seals, flags, indulgences, by which the poor
word-9107 build churches, to give, to endow, to pray, and yet faith
word-9119 not mentioned, and is even suppressed. For since faith knows no
word-9129 no distinction among works, such exaltation and urging of one work
word-9138 one work above another cannot exist beside faith. For faith desires
word-9168 in so far as faith imparts it, as it does when
word-9184 faith and by faith. This perversion is indicated in the Old
word-9196 when the Jews left the Temple and sacrificed at other places,
word-9204 at other places, in the green parks and on the mountains.
word-9205 other places, in the green parks and on the mountains. This
word-9209 green parks and on the mountains. This is what these men
word-9216 is what these men also do: they are zealous to do
word-9254 do; how they shall be religious? Yes, and where are they
word-9290 do than any man can do? If a man were a
word-9303 or all men, or all creatures, this Commandment would yet ask
word-9372 doing or not doing something, enduring or running away from something
word-9384 as we see, life never rests), let him who will be
word-9425 undone all things in such continual faith; then will he find
word-9456 grow idle, because his very idling must be the exercise and
word-9487 it must be good and meritorious, if we believe ( as
word-9601 the works of all your limbs are nothing"; and he wanted
word-9603 of all your limbs are nothing"; and he wanted to infer
word-9606 limbs are nothing"; and he wanted to infer that I had
word-9608 nothing"; and he wanted to infer that I had forbidden the
word-9619 works of all his limbs; whereas, on the contrary, I meant
word-9622 his limbs; whereas, on the contrary, I meant that he must
word-9624 whereas, on the contrary, I meant that he must first have
word-9640 the works of all the members. So faith also must be
word-9678 the Church and of the State, and many ceremonies of churches,
word-9691 holy places, which urge and tempt men to good works, if
word-9704 all things through the First Commandment?" I answer: Simply because we
word-9757 there are four kinds of men: the first, just mentioned, who
word-9772 whom St. Paul says, I. Timothy i, " The law is
word-9823 class want to abuse this freedom, put a false confidence in
word-9832 confidence in it, and grow lazy; of whom St. Peter says,
word-9854 using your liberty for a cloak of maliciousness," as if he
word-9856 liberty for a cloak of maliciousness," as if he said: The
word-9860 of maliciousness," as if he said: The freedom of faith does
word-9910 one work or to a few. So also St. Paul, Galatians
word-9940 hemmed in by teaching and exhortation. The third class are wicked
word-9954 for sins; these must be constrained by spiritual and temporal laws,
word-9964 laws, like wild horses and dogs, and where this does not
word-9989 Romans xiii: " The worldly ruler bears the sword, and serves
word-10008 the good, but to the evil." The fourth class, who are
word-10011 to the evil." The fourth class, who are still lusty, and
word-10015 fourth class, who are still lusty, and childish in their understanding
word-10030 the spiritual life, must be coaxed like young children and tempted
word-10037 young children and tempted with external, definite and prescribed decorations, with
word-10041 with external, definite and prescribed decorations, with reading, praying, fasting, singing,
word-10047 with reading, praying, fasting, singing, adorning of churches, organ playing, and
word-10050 fasting, singing, adorning of churches, organ playing, and such other things
word-10088 as is now, alas! the case, busy themselves with and insist
word-10093 case, busy themselves with and insist upon such ceremonies and external
word-10132 other food along with the milk, until the child can eat
word-10150 then, we are not all alike, we must tolerate such people,
word-10158 tolerate such people, share their observances and burdens, and not despise
word-10187 weak in the faith receive ye, to teach him." And so
word-10218 I was not under the law." And Christ, Matthew xvii, when
word-10222 the law." And Christ, Matthew xvii, when He was asked to
word-10236 He was not obligated to pay, argues with St. Peter, whether
word-10237 was not obligated to pay, argues with St. Peter, whether the
word-10268 the children of kings free; notwithstanding, lest we should offend them,
word-10278 them, go thou to the sea, and cast an hook, and
word-10282 the sea, and cast an hook, and take up the fish
word-10290 up the fish that first cometh up; and in his mouth
word-10291 the fish that first cometh up; and in his mouth thou
word-10300 mouth thou shalt find a piece of money; take that and
word-10338 do not yet believe, he observes and bears with them what
word-10369 God, and he does it willingly, accepts it as any other
word-10370 and he does it willingly, accepts it as any other free
word-10384 to his hand without his choice, because he desires and seeks
word-10411 in this discourse we have undertaken to teach what righteous and
word-10451 of the first, into whose likeness all the others are to
word-10457 all the others are to grow, and until they do so
word-10480 despise, as if they were hopeless, these men of weak faith,
word-10504 the ceremonies to which they cling; we must rather blame their
word-10510 we must rather blame their ignorant, blind teachers, who have never
word-10531 into works. They must be gently and gradually led back again
word-10544 as a sick man is treated, and must be allowed for
word-10573 so long as they rightly grasp the faith; lest if we
word-10585 to tear them out so suddenly, their weak consciences be quite
word-10588 out so suddenly, their weak consciences be quite shattered and confused,
word-10591 their weak consciences be quite shattered and confused, and retain neither
word-10593 consciences be quite shattered and confused, and retain neither faith nor
word-10602 faith nor works. But the hardheaded, who, hardened in their works,
word-10604 works. But the hardheaded, who, hardened in their works, give no
word-10663 at times I fall, and talk, eat, drink and sleep too
word-10667 and talk, eat, drink and sleep too much, or otherwise transgress,
word-10672 sleep too much, or otherwise transgress, as I cannot help doing?
word-10677 transgress, as I cannot help doing? Answer: This question shows that
word-10715 reason, because it remains and blots out these daily sins by
word-10722 these daily sins by not doubting that God is so kind
word-10732 kind to you as to wink at such daily transgression and
word-10736 to wink at such daily transgression and weakness. Aye, even if
word-10738 at such daily transgression and weakness. Aye, even if a deadly
word-10739 such daily transgression and weakness. Aye, even if a deadly sin
word-10743 weakness. Aye, even if a deadly sin should occur ( which,
word-10751 ( which, however, never or rarely happens to those who live
word-10765 trust toward God), yet faith rises again and does not doubt
word-10776 that its sin is already gone; as it is written I.
word-10805 man sin, we have an Advocate with God the Father, Jesus
word-10815 Jesus Christ, Who is the propitiation of all our sins." And
word-10819 the propitiation of all our sins." And Wisdom xv: " For
word-10829 if we sin, we are Thine, knowing Thy power." And Proverbs
word-10840 " For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up
word-10844 man falleth seven times, and riseth up again." Yes, this confidence
word-10846 seven times, and riseth up again." Yes, this confidence and faith
word-10891 shall no man living be justified"; and he must entirely despair
word-10942 I have trusted in Thy truth"; Psalm iv: " The light
word-10949 " The light of Thy countenance is lift up upon us
word-10951 light of Thy countenance is lift up upon us ( that
word-10963 knowledge of Thy grace through faith), and thereby hast Thou put
word-10969 and thereby hast Thou put gladness in my heart"; for as
word-10972 Thou put gladness in my heart"; for as faith trusts, so
word-10979 as faith trusts, so it receives.
word-10984 See, thus are works forgiven, are without guilt and are
word-10987 are works forgiven, are without guilt and are good, not by
word-11059 mercy." So we pray with perfect confidence: " Our Father," and
word-11062 with perfect confidence: " Our Father," and yet petition: " Forgive
word-11069 petition: " Forgive us our trespasses"; we are children and yet
word-11075 we are children and yet sinners; are acceptable and yet do
word-11093 the work of faith, firmly grounded in God' s grace.
word-11113 confidence can be found and whence they come, this it is
word-11119 they come, this it is certainly most necessary to know. First:
word-11123 is certainly most necessary to know. First: Without doubt faith does
word-11146 and is freely promised and given; as St. Paul writes, Romans
word-11150 and given; as St. Paul writes, Romans v: " God commendeth
word-11154 writes, Romans v: " God commendeth His love to us as
word-11163 us as exceeding sweet and kindly, in that, while we were
word-11174 yet sinners, Christ died for us"; as if he said: "
word-11201 yes, while we still continually walked in sins, Christ dies for
word-11205 continually walked in sins, Christ dies for our sin?" St. Paul
word-11208 sins, Christ dies for our sin?" St. Paul concludes: " If
word-11247 we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death
word-11259 His Son, much more, being reconciled, shall we be saved by
word-11274 must thou form Christ within thyself and see how in Him
word-11327 with works, neither do they create it, but it must spring
word-11332 create it, but it must spring up and flow from the
word-11339 and flow from the blood, wounds and death of Christ. If
word-11392 of pure good- will and love— God' s love toward thee
word-11451 even in our day and always. For Christ is the rock
word-11456 always. For Christ is the rock out of which men suck
word-11462 out of which men suck oil and honey, as Moses says,
word-11464 which men suck oil and honey, as Moses says, Deuteronomy xxxii.
word-11469 honey, as Moses says, Deuteronomy xxxii.
word-11475 XVIII. So far we have treated of the first work and
word-11487 the First Commandment, but very briefly, plainly and hastily, for very
word-11490 but very briefly, plainly and hastily, for very much might be
word-11502 of it. We will now trace the works farther through the
word-11505 will now trace the works farther through the following Commandments.
word-11557 without faith, it is all sham and show. After faith we
word-11559 it is all sham and show. After faith we can do
word-11579 in every way exalt and magnify God' s glory, honor and
word-11624 with faith and its works. Measured by one another there is
word-11631 one another there is a difference, and one is higher than
word-11648 body the members do not differ when compared with health, and
word-11654 when compared with health, and health works in the one as
word-11672 works of the members are different, and one is higher, nobler,
word-11677 different, and one is higher, nobler, more useful than the other;
word-11679 one is higher, nobler, more useful than the other; so, here
word-11703 of the other Commandments which follow; and yet it must be
word-11727 that this work is lightly esteemed, and has indeed become unknown.
word-11732 esteemed, and has indeed become unknown. Therefore we must examine it
word-11807 Peter i: " Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence through good
word-11819 to make your calling and election sure."
word-11820 make your calling and election sure."
word-11830 forbids us to have other gods, and thereby commands that we
word-11885 or unbelief, by trusting or doubting; of the other works none
word-11891 of the other works none reaches quite to God. So also
word-11926 also commanded to honor, call upon, glorify, preach and praise His
word-11927 commanded to honor, call upon, glorify, preach and praise His Name.
word-11951 where it is not rightly honored. For although it be honored
word-11960 be honored with the lips, bending of the knees, kissing and
word-11964 lips, bending of the knees, kissing and other postures, if this
word-11967 the knees, kissing and other postures, if this is not done
word-11993 else than an evidence and badge of hypocrisy.
word-11995 an evidence and badge of hypocrisy.
word-12040 long pilgrimage or seek holy places. For, tell me, what moment
word-12058 without ceasing receive God' s blessings, or, on the other hand,
word-12065 on the other hand, suffer adversity? But what else are God'
word-12080 than a constant urging and stirring up to praise, honor, and
word-12119 alone, that you without ceasing bless, sing, praise and honor God'
word-12134 what other purpose have tongue, voice, language and mouth been created?
word-12135 other purpose have tongue, voice, language and mouth been created? As
word-12139 voice, language and mouth been created? As Psalm li. says: "
word-12142 mouth been created? As Psalm li. says: " Lord, open Thou
word-12159 Thy praise." Again: " My tongue shall sing aloud of Thy
word-12177 except that of this Second Commandment? As it is written in
word-12189 " Blessed are they that dwell in Thy house: they will
word-12192 they that dwell in Thy house: they will be for ever
word-12215 shall be continually in my mouth." And St. Paul, I. Corinthians
word-12248 ye do in word or deed, do all in the Name
word-12257 the Name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and
word-12258 Name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the
word-12264 thanks to God and the Father." If we were to observe
word-12296 XX. On this is based the wonderful and righteous judgment
word-12298 On this is based the wonderful and righteous judgment of God,
word-12321 many great works, in the privacy of his home joyfully praises
word-12342 upon Him when he fares ill, and thereby does a greater
word-12359 who fasts much, prays much, endows churches, makes pilgrimages, and burdens
word-12364 endows churches, makes pilgrimages, and burdens himself with great deeds in
word-12374 in this place and in that. Such a fool opens wide
word-12378 in that. Such a fool opens wide his mouth, looks for
word-12391 to do, and is so blinded that he does not at
word-12417 matter compared with the great idea he has formed of the
word-12455 with his good works he storms against the Second Commandment and
word-12469 all this we have an illustration in the case of the
word-12475 in the case of the Pharisee and the Publican in the
word-12478 of the Pharisee and the Publican in the Gospel. For the
word-12481 and the Publican in the Gospel. For the sinner calls upon
word-12497 praises Him, and so has hit upon the two highest Commandments,
word-12509 and God' s honor. The hypocrite misses both and struts about
word-12510 God' s honor. The hypocrite misses both and struts about with
word-12513 The hypocrite misses both and struts about with other good works
word-12540 in God. Therefore he is justly rejected and the other chosen.
word-12545 justly rejected and the other chosen.
word-12564 are, the less show they make; and that every one thinks
word-12580 is evident that no one pretends to praise God' s Name
word-12626 Apostle St. Paul dare say boldly, Romans ii, that they blaspheme
word-12628 Paul dare say boldly, Romans ii, that they blaspheme God' s
word-12638 s Name who make their boast of God' s Law. For
word-12642 their boast of God' s Law. For to name the Name
word-12656 to write His honor on paper and on the walls is
word-12660 on paper and on the walls is an easy matter; but
word-12664 the walls is an easy matter; but genuinely to praise and
word-12666 is an easy matter; but genuinely to praise and bless Him
word-12684 call upon Him in all adversities, these are truly the most
word-12690 these are truly the most rare, highest works, next to faith,
word-12716 we might despair for very sorrow. And yet there is a
word-12727 constant increase of high, pretty, shining works of men' s devising,
word-12744 these true works, but at bottom are all without faith and
word-12751 all without faith and without faithfulness; in short, there is nothing
word-12764 of them. Thus also Isaiah xlviii. rebukes the people of Israel:
word-12803 neither in truth, nor in righteousness"; that is, they did it
word-12846 two things which do not fit together.
word-12866 all His benefits, which are innumerable, so that such praise and
word-12890 praise Him perfectly for the gift of natural life, not to
word-12902 all other temporal and eternal blessings? And so through this one
word-12914 of the Commandment man is overwhelmed with good and precious works;
word-12931 faith, he has indeed not lived in vain. And in this
word-12945 so much as the most resplendent saints, who are pleased with
word-12964 hear themselves praised, honored and glorified before men.
word-12980 to be on one' s guard, to flee from and to
word-12999 to seek a name for oneself, or fame and a great
word-13005 or fame and a great reputation, that every one sing of
word-13032 of all, and, alas! little regarded. Every one wants to be
word-13045 and not to be the least, however small he may be;
word-13050 least, however small he may be; so deeply is nature sunk
word-13062 the evil of its own conceit and in its self- confidence
word-13112 the histories of the Holy Scriptures, to read or hear the
word-13121 hear the heathen books and histories. For all heathen books are
word-13127 For all heathen books are poisoned through and through with this
word-13173 are counted the best, who disregard body and life, friend and
word-13195 All the holy Fathers have complained of this vice and with
word-13203 vice and with one mind conclude that it is the very
word-13229 works; only honor and self- satisfaction are practised in and by
word-13238 and by means of good works."
word-13263 have to work all his life- time in order to fight
word-13278 it out, so common, so subtile, so quick and insidious is
word-13280 so common, so subtile, so quick and insidious is it. Now
word-13282 so subtile, so quick and insidious is it. Now we all
word-13308 through other good works we overthrow this and forget it entirely.
word-13313 overthrow this and forget it entirely. So the holy Name of
word-13334 and dishonored through our own cursed name, self- approval and honor-
word-13337 our own cursed name, self- approval and honor- seeking. And this
word-13339 cursed name, self- approval and honor- seeking. And this sin is
word-13340 name, self- approval and honor- seeking. And this sin is more
word-13350 more grievous before God than murder and adultery; but its wickedness
word-13352 before God than murder and adultery; but its wickedness is not
word-13376 is not accomplished in the coarse flesh, but in the spirit.
word-13381 coarse flesh, but in the spirit.
word-13394 young people that they be enticed by reputation and honor, and
word-13448 no means do or leave undone. These I leave to their
word-13454 These I leave to their opinion. But at present we are
word-13473 done, and they who are inclined to do them surely do
word-13505 a higher and far nobler incentive, namely, God' s commandment, God'
word-13515 God' s fear, God' s approval, and their faith and love
word-13543 them, these also have their reward, as the Lord says, Matthew
word-13549 as the Lord says, Matthew vi; and as the motive, so
word-13561 also the work and the reward: none of them is good,
word-13588 be more easily trained and incited by God' s fear and
word-13599 commandments than by any other means. Yet where these do not
word-13636 endure wicked men or the imperfect, of whom we spoke above;
word-13640 the imperfect, of whom we spoke above; nor can we do
word-13641 imperfect, of whom we spoke above; nor can we do more
word-13655 that their works are not satisfactory and right before God, and
word-13677 sake of God' s commandments also. Just as young children are
word-13722 good in the fear of God: far worse, if they become
word-13809 iv: " We walk so honestly that no man knows anything
word-13831 such honor and good name puff up the heart, and the
word-13853 As the fire in the furnace proveth the gold, so man
word-13854 the fire in the furnace proveth the gold, so man is
word-13883 when honored and praised, remain indifferent and unchanged, so that they
word-13885 and praised, remain indifferent and unchanged, so that they do not
word-13904 in it, but remain entirely free, ascribe all their honor and
word-13905 it, but remain entirely free, ascribe all their honor and fame
word-13932 to the edification of their neighbors, and in no way to
word-13942 to their own benefit or advantage; so that a man trust
word-13959 exalt himself above the most incapable, despised man on earth, but
word-13968 earth, but acknowledge himself a servant of God, Who has given
word-13999 commanded him to distribute some gulden to the poor for His
word-14005 to the poor for His sake. So He says, Matthew v:
word-14040 say, " they shall praise you," but " your works shall
word-14061 God in you and in themselves." This is the correct use
word-14119 the most grievous sin and robbery of divine honor.
word-14180 and fame, if he had remained constant in his great gifts
word-14207 His Name alone may be honored; and thus one sin becomes
word-14216 sin becomes the other' s medicine, because of our perverse wickedness,
word-14230 does the evil, but also misuses all that is good.
word-14263 and with which he is surrounded on all sides; but, alas!
word-14266 he is surrounded on all sides; but, alas! because of his
word-14272 but, alas! because of his blindness, he passes them by and
word-14286 after others of his own devising and pleasure, against which no
word-14301 and no man can sufficiently guard. With this all the prophets
word-14309 all the prophets had to contend, and for this reason they
word-14317 this reason they were all slain, only because they rejected such
word-14340 says, Jeremiah vii: " Thus saith the God of Israel unto
word-14349 Israel unto you: Take your burnt offerings unto all your sacrifices
word-14354 burnt offerings unto all your sacrifices and eat your burnt- offerings
word-14358 your sacrifices and eat your burnt- offerings and your flesh yourselves;
word-14363 burnt- offerings and your flesh yourselves; for concerning these things I
word-14395 to you, but what I bid you), and walk in the
word-14396 you, but what I bid you), and walk in the way
word-14430 These and numberless like passages of Scripture are
word-14469 single mind, to the simple meaning of God' s commandment only,
word-14483 diligently observe this only and always, as it is written, Exodus
word-14488 always, as it is written, Exodus xiii: " These commandments shall
word-14515 i: " A godly man meditates in God' s Law day
word-14522 God' s Law day and night." For we have more than
word-14606 which God has commanded, Deuteronomy xxviii, and Joshua xxiii, " Ye
word-14608 has commanded, Deuteronomy xxviii, and Joshua xxiii, " Ye shall not
word-14625 right hand or to the left."
word-14691 live in many wicked, sinful affections, that He may thereby urge
word-14740 Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver thee, and
word-14749 thee, and thou shalt glorify Me; for I desire the sacrifice
word-14764 is the way whereby thou canst come unto salvation; for through
word-14775 such works man perceives and learns what God' s Name is,
word-14798 whereby confidence and faith grow mightily, and these are the fulfilling
word-14837 and confess that it is lovely and sweet." And Psalm xci
word-14839 that it is lovely and sweet." And Psalm xci says, "
word-14842 lovely and sweet." And Psalm xci says, " Because he hath
word-14856 Me, therefore will I deliver him: I will help him, because
word-14866 because he hath known My Name."
word-14894 who lives an hour without trials? I will not mention the
word-14900 I will not mention the trials of adversity, which are innumerable.
word-14905 trials of adversity, which are innumerable. For this is the most
word-14926 every thing is and goes well; for then a man is
word-14946 to misuse the times of prosperity. Yea, here he has ten
word-14985 ten thousand on the right hand."
word-14991 So too we see in broad day, in all men' s
word-15014 peace, when all things are cheap and there are good times,
word-15024 times, than when war, pestilence, sicknesses and all manner of misfortune
word-15030 and all manner of misfortune burden us; so that Moses also
word-15055 than because they are too full, too well provided for and
word-15058 are too full, too well provided for and have too much
word-15077 is waxed rich, full and fat; therefore has it forsaken its
word-15126 written, Judges iii. So He deals with us also, when He
word-15137 sends us all kinds of misfortune: so exceedingly careful is He
word-15140 kinds of misfortune: so exceedingly careful is He of us, that
word-15175 XXVI. Here foolish men run into
word-15181 Here foolish men run into danger, and especially the work- righteous
word-15206 make the sign of the cross; one arms himself with letters,
word-15208 sign of the cross; one arms himself with letters, another runs
word-15211 cross; one arms himself with letters, another runs to the fortunetellers;
word-15216 letters, another runs to the fortunetellers; one seeks this, another that,
word-15227 if only they may thereby escape misfortune and be secure. It
word-15231 thereby escape misfortune and be secure. It is beyond telling what
word-15238 is beyond telling what a devilish allurement attaches to this trifling
word-15239 beyond telling what a devilish allurement attaches to this trifling with
word-15240 telling what a devilish allurement attaches to this trifling with sorcery,
word-15243 devilish allurement attaches to this trifling with sorcery, conjuring and superstition,
word-15245 attaches to this trifling with sorcery, conjuring and superstition, all of
word-15246 to this trifling with sorcery, conjuring and superstition, all of which
word-15248 trifling with sorcery, conjuring and superstition, all of which is done
word-15326 Now examine this closely for yourself and see whether
word-15338 is not a gross, mad perversion: the devil, men and creatures
word-15362 and confidence nothing holds or helps. How shall the good and
word-15395 only promises help and sure assistance, but also commands us confidently
word-15426 in Him? Is it not lamentable and pitiable that the devil
word-15440 commands nothing and does not urge, but only promises, is set
word-15452 God, Who promises, urges and commands; and that more is thought
word-15463 of them than of God Himself? We ought truly to be
word-15501 faith with all those who ally themselves with him, how much
word-15514 not the most gracious, all- truthful God keep faith, if a
word-15570 willing and able to help us? We say: Gold makes bold;
word-15575 us? We say: Gold makes bold; and it is true, as
word-15590 is a thing wherein men trust." But far greater is the
word-15602 which the highest eternal Good gives, wherein trust, not men, but
word-15612 XXVII. Even if none of these
word-15656 hemmed us in with three strong, mighty armies. The first is
word-15658 in with three strong, mighty armies. The first is our own
word-15681 three we are without ceasing oppressed and troubled; whereby God gives
word-15683 are without ceasing oppressed and troubled; whereby God gives us occasion
word-15791 the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous runneth into it,
word-15794 a strong tower; the righteous runneth into it, and is set
word-15800 into it, and is set aloft." And David, Psalm cxvi: "
word-15809 " I will drink the cup of salvation, and call upon
word-15830 call upon the Lord with praise: so shall I be saved
word-15839 be saved from all mine enemies." These works and the power
word-15851 God' s Name have become unknown to us, because we are
word-15865 it, and have never seriously fought with sins, and have not
word-15894 XXVIII. Further works of this Commandment
word-15905 are: that we shall not swear, curse, lie, deceive and conjure
word-15907 we shall not swear, curse, lie, deceive and conjure with the
word-15910 swear, curse, lie, deceive and conjure with the holy Name of
word-15939 sins which have been almost exclusively preached and proclaimed under this
word-15948 under this Commandment. These also include, that we shall prevent others
word-15964 God' s Name by lying, swearing, deceiving, cursing, conjuring, and otherwise.
word-15965 s Name by lying, swearing, deceiving, cursing, conjuring, and otherwise. Herein
word-15967 by lying, swearing, deceiving, cursing, conjuring, and otherwise. Herein again much
word-15969 swearing, deceiving, cursing, conjuring, and otherwise. Herein again much occasion is
word-15970 deceiving, cursing, conjuring, and otherwise. Herein again much occasion is given
word-15980 given for doing good and warding off evil.
word-15982 doing good and warding off evil.
word-15988 But the greatest and most difficult work of this Commandment is
word-16012 a spiritual manner, and to proclaim it to all men. For
word-16037 upon God' s Name in prosperity and adversity. I must step
word-16058 Name bring upon myself the enmity of all men, as Christ
word-16083 s sake." Here we must provoke to anger father, mother, and
word-16092 mother, and the best of friends. Here we must strive against
word-16104 and temporal powers, and be accused of disobedience. Here we must
word-16106 powers, and be accused of disobedience. Here we must stir up
word-16123 and all that is of repute in the world. And although
word-16157 so when time and place demand. For we must for the
word-16210 expect good from Him; thereby confessing that we regard Him as
word-16233 XXIX. Here we must first of
word-16248 where truth or righteousness suffers violence or need, and dare make
word-16264 some do, who fight most actively and busily against the wrong
word-16266 who fight most actively and busily against the wrong which is
word-16281 the powerful, and their own friends; but when it is done
word-16301 enemy, they are quiet and patient. These see the Name and
word-16318 it is, but through a painted glass, and measure truth or
word-16319 is, but through a painted glass, and measure truth or righteousness
word-16334 and do not consider their deceiving eye, which looks more on
word-16335 do not consider their deceiving eye, which looks more on the
word-16354 within and have only the appearance of defending the truth. For
word-16356 have only the appearance of defending the truth. For they well
word-16408 wrong which is done to popes, kings, princes, bishops and other
word-16414 kings, princes, bishops and other big- wigs. Here each wants to
word-16415 princes, bishops and other big- wigs. Here each wants to be
word-16432 no great need. O how sly is here the deceitful Adam
word-16440 the deceitful Adam with his demand; how finely does he cover
word-16449 he cover his greed of profit with the name of truth
word-16460 and righteousness and God' s honor! But when something happens to
word-16474 insignificant man, there the deceitful eye does not find much profit,
word-16488 seeing the disfavor of the powerful; therefore he lets the poor
word-16496 lets the poor man remain unhelped. And who could tell the
word-16507 extent of this vice in Christendom? God says in the lxxxii.
word-16512 Christendom? God says in the lxxxii. Psalm, " How long will
word-16526 accept the persons of the wicked? Judge the matter of the
word-16534 matter of the poor and fatherless, demand justice for the poor
word-16535 of the poor and fatherless, demand justice for the poor and
word-16541 justice for the poor and needy; deliver the poor and rid
word-16555 of the hand of the wicked." But it is not done,
word-16564 not done, and therefore the text continues: " They know not,
word-16572 know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness";
word-16577 understand; they walk on in darkness"; that is, the truth they
word-16598 the great, however unrighteous they are; and do not consider the
word-16608 the poor, however righteous they are.
word-16609 XXX. See, here would be many
word-16630 and friends do injustice and oppress the poor, the lowly, and
word-16634 and oppress the poor, the lowly, and their own opponents; and
word-16638 the lowly, and their own opponents; and the greater the men,
word-16653 and where we cannot by force prevent it and help the
word-16687 them, but speak the truth boldly.
word-16710 and to all holy places, acquired all indulgences, built all churches
word-16713 holy places, acquired all indulgences, built all churches and endowed houses,
word-16717 indulgences, built all churches and endowed houses, if he were found
word-16758 is God' s Name and honor)? Or who is he, before
word-16762 and honor)? Or who is he, before whose door and into
word-16765 who is he, before whose door and into whose house such
word-16785 would have no need to travel far or to ask after
word-16809 place men act so very rashly and lightly in this respect,
word-16814 rashly and lightly in this respect, we must cry out with
word-16821 must cry out with the prophet, Omnis homo mendax, " All
word-16822 cry out with the prophet, Omnis homo mendax, " All men
word-16823 out with the prophet, Omnis homo mendax, " All men are
word-16828 mendax, " All men are liars, lie and deceive"; for the
word-16831 men are liars, lie and deceive"; for the real good works
word-16838 the real good works they neglect, and adorn and paint themselves
word-16840 good works they neglect, and adorn and paint themselves with the
word-16842 they neglect, and adorn and paint themselves with the most insignificant,
word-16847 paint themselves with the most insignificant, and want to be pious,
word-16854 want to be pious, to mount to heaven in peaceful security.
word-16859 mount to heaven in peaceful security.
word-16883 knows how to help each one?" Yes, He can do it;
word-16942 work alone, and help the poor; and those who were unwilling
word-16975 made common cause with the unrighteous. Just as He alone is
word-16996 not be alone in His blessedness, but have us to be
word-17060 good, and for His sake risks everything.
word-17062 XXXI. It also belongs to this
word-17073 work to resist all false, seductive, erroneous, heretical doctrines, every misuse
word-17074 to resist all false, seductive, erroneous, heretical doctrines, every misuse of
word-17075 resist all false, seductive, erroneous, heretical doctrines, every misuse of spiritual
word-17076 all false, seductive, erroneous, heretical doctrines, every misuse of spiritual power.
word-17135 saints, in whose place they sit and whose power they use,
word-17164 Me." On which words they lean heavily, become insolent and bold
word-17165 On which words they lean heavily, become insolent and bold to
word-17167 words they lean heavily, become insolent and bold to say, to
word-17185 please; put to the ban, accurse, rob, murder, and practise all
word-17186 put to the ban, accurse, rob, murder, and practise all their
word-17200 way they please and can invent, without any hindrance.
word-17203 and can invent, without any hindrance.
word-17212 not mean that we should listen to them in everything they
word-17250 could we know whether their lies and sins were to be
word-17256 and sins were to be avoided? There must be some rule,
word-17261 avoided? There must be some rule, to what extent we are
word-17296 may serve us as a guide, as we shall hear in
word-17359 to leave undone against such blasphemers for the sake of God'
word-17372 Oh, if we were God- fearing in this matter, how often
word-17385 knaves of officiales have to decree their papal and episcopal ban
word-17392 papal and episcopal ban in vain! How weak the Roman thunderbolts
word-17397 vain! How weak the Roman thunderbolts would become! How often would
word-17418 the world must now give ear! How few preachers would be
word-17426 preachers would be found in Christendom! But it has gotten the
word-17430 in Christendom! But it has gotten the upper hand: whatever they
word-17432 But it has gotten the upper hand: whatever they assert and
word-17433 it has gotten the upper hand: whatever they assert and in
word-17473 external works than under this head. It is a matter so
word-17495 Name and power, dangerous to touch. But the prophets of old
word-17542 or in his own. They looked on the works and words,
word-17563 whether big John or little Nick said it, or whether they
word-17586 for this they had to die, and of such dying there
word-17606 for things are much worse now. But Christ and St. Peter
word-17621 all this with their holy names, so that no more infamous
word-17626 names, so that no more infamous cover for infamy has been
word-17629 no more infamous cover for infamy has been found on earth
word-17645 most blessed Name of Jesus Christ!
word-17648 One might shudder to be alive, simply because
word-17651 One might shudder to be alive, simply because of the misuse
word-17672 if it shall last much longer, we will, as I fear,
word-17724 and they who enjoy the inheritance of the holy martyrs and
word-17738 their blood, must again make martyrs. Of this more another time.
word-17795 this Commandment alone, and how we, alas! busy ourselves much with
word-17822 shalt hallow the day of rest." In the First Commandment is
word-17830 First Commandment is prescribed our heart' s attitude toward God in
word-17904 man with God, without the mediation of any creature.
word-17907 without the mediation of any creature.
word-17915 works of this Commandment are plain and outward, which we commonly
word-17917 this Commandment are plain and outward, which we commonly call worship,
word-17920 plain and outward, which we commonly call worship, such as going
word-17980 good thing if there were fewer saint' s days, since in
word-17981 thing if there were fewer saint' s days, since in our
word-18007 the work days, what with loafing, gluttony, and drunkenness, gambling and
word-18011 with loafing, gluttony, and drunkenness, gambling and other evil deeds; and
word-18024 mass and the sermon are listened to without edification, the prayer
word-18065 say the prayers with our mouths. It is all so formal
word-18070 mouths. It is all so formal and superficial! We do not
word-18072 is all so formal and superficial! We do not think that
word-18112 this matter the bishops and priests, or they to whom the
word-18122 the work of preaching is entrusted, are most at fault, because
word-18126 is entrusted, are most at fault, because they do not preach
word-18151 at mass, hear preaching and pray. Therefore, we will briefly explain
word-18156 pray. Therefore, we will briefly explain these three works.
word-18174 attend with our a hearts also; and we do attend, when
word-18178 hearts also; and we do attend, when we exercise faith in
word-18185 we exercise faith in our hearts. Here we must repeat the
word-18189 our hearts. Here we must repeat the words of Christ, when
word-18196 words of Christ, when He institutes the mass and says, "
word-18212 Body, which is given for you"; in like manner over the
word-18225 and drink ye all of it: this is a new, everlasting
word-18229 of it: this is a new, everlasting Testament in My Blood,
word-18237 in My Blood, which is shed for you and for many
word-18245 and for many for the remission of sins. This shall ye
word-18259 as ye do it, in remembrance of Me." In these words
word-18273 for Himself a memorial or anniversary, to be daily observed in
word-18287 has added to it a glorious, rich, great testament, in which
word-18294 great testament, in which no interest, money or temporal possessions are
word-18302 temporal possessions are bequeathed and distributed, but the forgiveness of all
word-18326 memorial shall have the same testament; and then He died, whereby
word-18330 same testament; and then He died, whereby this testament has become
word-18336 whereby this testament has become permanent and irrevocable. In proof and
word-18338 testament has become permanent and irrevocable. In proof and evidence of
word-18349 which, instead of letter and seal, He has left with us
word-18362 Body and Blood under the bread and wine.
word-18364 Blood under the bread and wine.
word-18396 true, and consider the testament sure, so that he make not
word-18404 he make not Christ a liar. For if you are present
word-18465 is here bequeathed and given me"? Oh, how many masses there
word-18476 are in the world at present! but how few who hear
word-18487 them with such faith and benefit! Most grievously is God provoked
word-18489 such faith and benefit! Most grievously is God provoked to anger
word-18505 no one shall or can reap any benefit from the mass
word-18588 by the testament, and grow warm and melt in God' s
word-18590 testament, and grow warm and melt in God' s love. Then
word-18612 the mass is called in Greek Eucharistia, that is, " thanksgiving,"
word-18613 mass is called in Greek Eucharistia, that is, " thanksgiving," because
word-18616 Greek Eucharistia, that is, " thanksgiving," because we praise and thank
word-18625 and thank God for this comforting, rich, blessed testament, just as
word-18633 testament, just as he gives thanks, praises and is joyful, to
word-18644 whom a good friend has presented a thousand and more gulden.
word-18649 presented a thousand and more gulden. Although Christ often fares like
word-18658 fares like those who make several persons rich by their testament,
word-18689 without our knowing why or wherefore, and consequently we neither give
word-18691 knowing why or wherefore, and consequently we neither give thanks nor
word-18701 nor love nor praise, remain parched and hard, and have enough
word-18703 nor praise, remain parched and hard, and have enough with our
word-18726 be nothing else than the proclamation of this testament. But who
word-18738 hear it if no one preaches it? Now, they who ought
word-18757 This is why the sermons ramble off into other unprofitable stories,
word-18761 sermons ramble off into other unprofitable stories, and thus Christ is
word-18762 ramble off into other unprofitable stories, and thus Christ is forgotten,
word-18767 stories, and thus Christ is forgotten, while we fare like the
word-18770 Christ is forgotten, while we fare like the man in II.
word-18777 the man in II. Kings vii: we see our riches but
word-18851 God, how exceeding blind we are! But where this is rightly
word-18866 that it be diligently heard, grasped, retained, often thought of, and
word-18867 it be diligently heard, grasped, retained, often thought of, and that
word-18885 the temptation of sin, whether past, or present, or to come.
word-18896 Lo! this is the only ceremony or practice which Christ has
word-18902 or practice which Christ has instituted, in which His Christians shall
word-18916 and keep it with one accord; and this He did not
word-18930 a mere work like other ceremonies, but placed into it a
word-18932 work like other ceremonies, but placed into it a rich, exceeding
word-18939 it a rich, exceeding great treasure, to be offered and bestowed
word-18944 treasure, to be offered and bestowed upon all who believe on
word-18954 This preaching should induce sinners to grieve over their
word-18963 over their sins, and should kindle in them a longing for
word-18967 should kindle in them a longing for the treasure. It must,
word-18970 them a longing for the treasure. It must, therefore, be a
word-18988 and to despise such a treasure and so rich a feast
word-18993 treasure and so rich a feast to which we are bidden;
word-18998 feast to which we are bidden; but a much greater sin
word-19061 as ye do this, remember me"; that is, as St. Paul
word-19073 Ye shall preach of His death." For this reason it is
word-19079 For this reason it is dreadful and horrible in our times
word-19091 be a bishop, pastor and preacher; for no one any longer
word-19116 highest and only duty and obligation. How heavily must they give
word-19135 because of this lack in preaching.
word-19145 not as the custom is, counting many pages or beads, but
word-19149 is, counting many pages or beads, but fixing our mind upon
word-19151 many pages or beads, but fixing our mind upon some pressing
word-19162 need, desire it with all earnestness, and exercise faith and confidence
word-19185 doubt that we shall be heard. So St. Bernard instructs his
word-19188 shall be heard. So St. Bernard instructs his brethren and says:
word-19189 be heard. So St. Bernard instructs his brethren and says: "
word-19221 truth that, before you have uttered the words, the prayer is
word-19228 words, the prayer is already recorded in heaven; and you shall
word-19230 prayer is already recorded in heaven; and you shall confidently expect
word-19241 from God one of two things: either that your prayer will
word-19258 will not be granted, the granting of it would not be
word-19300 will be given in its stead. So also says St. James:
word-19313 who asketh of God not waver in faith; for if he
word-19319 in faith; for if he wavers, let not that man think
word-19338 Lord." This is a clear statement, which says directly: he who
word-19341 a clear statement, which says directly: he who does not trust,
word-19347 he who does not trust, receives nothing, neither that which he
word-19353 nothing, neither that which he asks, nor anything better.
word-19367 faith, Christ Himself has said, Mark xi: " Therefore I say
word-19376 say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray,
word-19407 you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be
word-19408 seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened
word-19421 for every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth;
word-19426 receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh
word-19431 findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. Or
word-19435 that knocketh it shall be opened. Or what father is there
word-19449 if his son shall ask bread, will he give him a
word-19455 will he give him a stone? or if he ask a
word-19461 or if he ask a fish, will he give him a
word-19467 will he give him a serpent? or if he ask an
word-19473 or if he ask an egg, will he give him a
word-19479 will he give him a scorpion? But if you know how
word-19518 to all them that ask Him!"
word-19525 Who is so hard and stone- like, that such mighty words
word-19540 him to pray with all confidence! joyfully and gladly? But how
word-19543 with all confidence! joyfully and gladly? But how many prayers must
word-19550 how many prayers must be reformed, if we are to pray
word-19560 pray aright according to these words! Now, indeed, all churches and
word-19592 it, and things daily grow worse? The reason is none other
word-19616 receive not, because ye ask amiss." For where this faith and
word-19657 only temporal benefit without any blessing and help for the soul;
word-19669 to the great injury and blinding of souls, so that they
word-19682 way, babbling much with their mouths, regardless of whether they receive,
word-19687 mouths, regardless of whether they receive, or desire, or trust; and
word-19691 they receive, or desire, or trust; and in this unbelief, the
word-19697 and in this unbelief, the state of mind most opposed to
word-19715 nature of prayer, they remain hardened.
word-19726 one who prays aright never doubts that his prayer is surely
word-19760 God in prayer, but not prescribe to Him a measure, manner,
word-19764 not prescribe to Him a measure, manner, time or place; but
word-19768 a measure, manner, time or place; but if He wills to
word-19807 as St. Paul says, Romans viii; and God works and gives
word-19817 gives above all that we understand, as he says, Ephesians iii,
word-19821 we understand, as he says, Ephesians iii, so that there be
word-19847 the time, place, measure and limit; He will surely do what
word-19859 right. They are the true worshipers, who worship God in spirit
word-19898 But they who set a limit for Him, sin upon the
word-19909 other side, and come too close with their tempting of God.
word-19923 forbidden both, that we should err from His Commandment neither to
word-19942 neither with unbelief nor with tempting, but with simple faith remain
word-19951 faith remain on the straight road, trusting Him, and yet setting
word-19959 and yet setting Him no bounds.
word-20043 my prayer is heard and accepted?" I answer: For this very
word-20097 so begin with a weak spark of faith and daily strengthen
word-20108 it more and more by exercising it in all your living
word-20115 in all your living and doing. For as touching infirmity of
word-20118 living and doing. For as touching infirmity of faith ( that
word-20119 and doing. For as touching infirmity of faith ( that is,
word-20129 of the First and highest Commandment), there is no one on
word-20149 it. For even the holy Apostles in the Gospel, and especially
word-20208 firmly as you ought and wish, in your prayer or in
word-20232 thus reveals to you your weakness, through which He daily teaches
word-20239 which He daily teaches and admonishes you how much you need
word-20261 many do you see who habitually pray, sing, read, work and
word-20310 very well off, and so unknowingly build on the sand of
word-20330 mercy and promise through a firm, pure faith.
word-20353 all our works and sufferings, pupils of the First Commandment and
word-20366 and not to cease to learn. No one knows what a
word-20383 God alone, except he who attempts it with his works.
word-20389 VII. Again: if no other work were
word-20418 the spiritual estate has been specially established, as indeed in olden
word-20419 spiritual estate has been specially established, as indeed in olden times
word-20430 some Fathers prayed day and night. Nay, there is no Christian
word-20444 have time to pray without ceasing. But I mean the spiritual
word-20452 mean the spiritual praying, that is: no one is so heavily
word-20491 men, ask for help, make petition, and in all this exercise
word-20506 This is what the Lord means, Luke xviii, when He says,
word-20519 always to pray, and never cease," although in Matthew vi. He
word-20540 of which He rebukes the hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer
word-20544 the hypocrites; not because the lengthy prayer of the lips is
word-20548 the lengthy prayer of the lips is evil, but because it
word-20594 the mass, as this Commandment requires, and wherever it is helpful
word-20596 as this Commandment requires, and wherever it is helpful to the
word-20599 requires, and wherever it is helpful to the inner prayer and
word-20613 the house or in the field, in this work or in
word-20697 is no work like prayer. Mumbling with the mouth is easy,
word-20719 follow the words in deep devotion, that is, with desire and
word-20743 doubt that it will be heard: that is a great deed
word-20752 great deed in God' s eyes.
word-20804 as God is, and so confuse us that a man himself
word-20831 possible that his prayer is acceptable, and other such strange thoughts.
word-20836 acceptable, and other such strange thoughts. For the evil spirit knows
word-20855 prayer is, and how it hurts him, and how it benefits
word-20860 hurts him, and how it benefits all men. Therefore he does
word-20870 does not willingly let it happen.
word-20873 When so tempted, a man must indeed be
word-20879 a man must indeed be wise, and not doubt that he
word-20893 are, indeed, unworthy before such infinite Majesty; in no wise dare
word-20894 indeed, unworthy before such infinite Majesty; in no wise dare he
word-20902 wise dare he trust his worthiness, or because of his unworthiness
word-20909 because of his unworthiness grow faint; but he must heed God'
word-20934 say: " Because of my worthiness I do nothing, because of
word-20979 but He has also most sternly, on pain of His everlasting
word-20981 has also most sternly, on pain of His everlasting displeasure and
word-20985 on pain of His everlasting displeasure and wrath, commanded us to
word-20996 pray, to trust and to receive. If it has not been
word-21009 for that high Majesty so solemnly and highly to obligate His
word-21016 highly to obligate His unworthy worms to pray, to trust, and
word-21049 worthy or unworthy I may be?" Thus we must drive out
word-21056 we must drive out the devil' s suggestion with God' s
word-21062 s suggestion with God' s command. Thus will he cease, and
word-21066 s command. Thus will he cease, and in no other way
word-21072 and in no other way whatever.
word-21089 Almighty God in prayer and lamentation, to exercise faith thereby? Answer:
word-21093 and lamentation, to exercise faith thereby? Answer: First, every man' s
word-21100 First, every man' s own besetting need and trouble, of which
word-21113 xxxii: " Thou art my refuge in all trouble which compasseth
word-21118 refuge in all trouble which compasseth me about; Thou art my
word-21120 all trouble which compasseth me about; Thou art my comfort, to
word-21126 Thou art my comfort, to preserve me from all evil which
word-21132 me from all evil which surrounds me." Likewise, Psalm cxlii: "
word-21138 Likewise, Psalm cxlii: " I cried unto the Lord with my
word-21144 unto the Lord with my voice; with my voice unto the
word-21147 with my voice; with my voice unto the Lord did I
word-21155 Lord did I make my supplication. I poured out my complaint
word-21164 my complaint before Him; I showed before Him my trouble." In
word-21168 I showed before Him my trouble." In the mass a Christian
word-21179 shall keep in mind the short- comings or excesses he feels,
word-21180 keep in mind the short- comings or excesses he feels, and
word-21182 mind the short- comings or excesses he feels, and pour out
word-21184 short- comings or excesses he feels, and pour out all these
word-21186 or excesses he feels, and pour out all these freely before
word-21194 these freely before God with weeping and groaning, as woefully as
word-21196 before God with weeping and groaning, as woefully as he can,
word-21198 with weeping and groaning, as woefully as he can, as to
word-21236 that you are in the worst possible plight. For this is
word-21238 are in the worst possible plight. For this is the greatest
word-21250 that you find yourself so hardened, hard- hearted and insensible that
word-21251 you find yourself so hardened, hard- hearted and insensible that no
word-21252 find yourself so hardened, hard- hearted and insensible that no trouble
word-21254 so hardened, hard- hearted and insensible that no trouble moves you.
word-21258 and insensible that no trouble moves you.
word-21264 There is no better mirror in which to see your
word-21288 lack and what you should seek. If, therefore, you find in
word-21334 not gladly hear mass and sermon, are indolent in prayer, in
word-21336 hear mass and sermon, are indolent in prayer, in which things
word-21345 which things every one has faults, then you shall think more
word-21374 worse than death and all mortal sickness. These you shall earnestly
word-21375 than death and all mortal sickness. These you shall earnestly lay
word-21433 and mother and all in authority; how you sin against your
word-21465 your neighbor; and you will doubtless find that you are full
word-21475 full of all need and misery, and have reason enough to
word-21483 reason enough to weep even drops of blood, if you could.
word-21516 be conscious that they are pure, and believe that God hears
word-21527 no one who is a sinner. All this is the work
word-21541 preachers, who teach men to begin, not with faith and trust
word-21558 Look you, wretched man! if you have broken
word-21563 wretched man! if you have broken a leg, or the peril
word-21565 if you have broken a leg, or the peril of death
word-21568 broken a leg, or the peril of death overtakes you, you
word-21571 or the peril of death overtakes you, you call upon God,
word-21578 you call upon God, this Saint and that, and do not
word-21589 wait until your leg is healed, or the danger is past:
word-21594 healed, or the danger is past: you are not so foolish
word-21617 or who is in bodily danger. Nay, you believe that God
word-21636 in the greatest need and fear. Why, then, are you so
word-21637 the greatest need and fear. Why, then, are you so foolish
word-21652 immeasurably greater need and eternal hurt, and do not want to
word-21663 ask for faith, hope, love, humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace, righteousness,
word-21666 hope, love, humility, obedience, chastity, gentleness, peace, righteousness, unless you are
word-21685 disobedience, unchastity, anger, covetousness and unrighteousness. Although the more you find
word-21692 the more you find yourself lacking in these things, the more
word-21706 you ought to pray or cry.
word-21710 So blind are we: with our bodily sickness and
word-21740 back before we are well, exactly as if there could be
word-21787 and counsel is of the devil.
word-21804 of sin, you must not withdraw from God, but run to
word-21823 if a bodily need had overtaken you. God is not hostile
word-21828 overtaken you. God is not hostile to sinners, but only to
word-21834 to sinners, but only to unbelievers, that is, to such as
word-21858 God, but in their own presumption wish first to purify themselves,
word-21890 everyone and takes nothing in return.
word-21900 been said of prayer for personal needs, and of prayer in
word-21901 said of prayer for personal needs, and of prayer in general.
word-21946 need of all men, of foe and friend, especially for those
word-21948 all men, of foe and friend, especially for those who belong
word-21953 friend, especially for those who belong to the parish or bishopric.
word-21956 those who belong to the parish or bishopric.
word-21958 belong to the parish or bishopric.
word-21976 to it, that prayers and intercessions be made for all men,
word-21998 may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and
word-22004 life in all godliness and honesty. For this is good and
word-22017 the sight of God our Saviour." For this reason Jeremiah, chapter
word-22023 For this reason Jeremiah, chapter xxix, commanded the people of Israel
word-22037 the city and land of Babylon, because in the peace thereof
word-22042 Babylon, because in the peace thereof they should have peace. And
word-22074 live in peace under their rule."
word-22145 be done with heart- felt emotion and sincerity, so that we
word-22147 with heart- felt emotion and sincerity, so that we feel in
word-22222 the entire congregation, if we scatter these prayers, and so distribute
word-22247 other, nor concerns himself for another' s need? How can that
word-22249 concerns himself for another' s need? How can that prayer be
word-22273 Holy Day and of the assembled congregation, which they make who
word-22282 make who make their own petty prayers, one for this, the
word-22296 and have nothing but self- seeking, selfish prayers, which God hates?
word-22297 have nothing but self- seeking, selfish prayers, which God hates?
word-22301 seeking, selfish prayers, which God hates?
word-22311 this common prayer has been retained from ancient practice, when at
word-22313 prayer has been retained from ancient practice, when at the end
word-22314 has been retained from ancient practice, when at the end of
word-22334 prayer is made on the pulpit for all Christendom. But this
word-22354 is now the custom and fashion; it should be an exhortation
word-22362 be an exhortation to pray throughout the entire mass for such
word-22374 as the preacher makes us feel; and in order that we
word-22382 order that we may pray worthily, he first exhorts us because
word-22385 may pray worthily, he first exhorts us because of our sin,
word-22395 sin, and thereby makes us humble. This should be done as
word-22426 Oh, if God granted that any congregation at all
word-22465 would result from such a prayer! What more terrible thing could
word-22476 happen to all the evil spirits? What greater work could be
word-22492 many pious souls would be preserved, so many sinners converted?
word-22496 be preserved, so many sinners converted?
word-22538 can to prevent such prayer. Gleefully he lets us go on
word-22546 us go on building churches, endowing many monastic houses, making music,
word-22551 endowing many monastic houses, making music, reading, singing, observing many masses,
word-22554 houses, making music, reading, singing, observing many masses, and multiplying ceremonies
word-22558 singing, observing many masses, and multiplying ceremonies beyond all measure. This
word-22592 we have done our whole duty. But in that meanwhile this
word-22599 in that meanwhile this common, effectual and fruitful prayer perishes and
word-22603 common, effectual and fruitful prayer perishes and its omission is unnoticed
word-22606 fruitful prayer perishes and its omission is unnoticed because of such
word-22608 perishes and its omission is unnoticed because of such display, in
word-22619 this he has what he seeks. For when prayer languishes, no
word-22623 he seeks. For when prayer languishes, no one will take anything
word-22640 withstand him. But if he noticed that we wished to practise
word-22654 if it were under a straw roof or in a pig-
word-22655 it were under a straw roof or in a pig- sty,
word-22660 roof or in a pig- sty, he would indeed not endure
word-22673 would fear such a pig- sty far more than all the
word-22684 high, big and beautiful churches, towers and bells in existence, if
word-22686 and beautiful churches, towers and bells in existence, if such prayer
word-22688 churches, towers and bells in existence, if such prayer be not
word-22706 question of the places and buildings in which we assemble, but
word-22746 fact that in olden times Abraham prayed for the five cities,
word-22750 times Abraham prayed for the five cities, Sodom, Gomorrah, etc., Genesis
word-22752 prayed for the five cities, Sodom, Gomorrah, etc., Genesis xviii, and
word-22753 for the five cities, Sodom, Gomorrah, etc., Genesis xviii, and accomplished
word-22774 in them, two in each city, God would not have destroyed
word-22789 many men do, if they united in calling upon God earnestly
word-22797 upon God earnestly and with sincere confidence?
word-22798 God earnestly and with sincere confidence?
word-22821 prayer of a righteous man availeth much, a prayer that perseveres
word-22826 availeth much, a prayer that perseveres and does not cease" (
word-22848 what it asks is not immediately granted, as some timid men
word-22852 not immediately granted, as some timid men do). And as an
word-22854 granted, as some timid men do). And as an example in
word-22866 matter he sets before us Elijah, the Prophet, " who was
word-22884 prayed, that it might not rain; and it rained not by
word-22887 might not rain; and it rained not by the space of
word-22891 it rained not by the space of three years and six
word-22897 of three years and six months. And he prayed again, and
word-22904 he prayed again, and it rained, and everything became fruitful." There
word-22908 it rained, and everything became fruitful." There are many texts and
word-22912 became fruitful." There are many texts and examples in the Scriptures
word-22946 upon the righteous, and His ears are open unto their cry."
word-22951 ears are open unto their cry." Again, " The Lord is
word-22980 " call upon Him in truth"? Because that is not prayer
word-22994 God when the mouth alone mumbles.
word-23008 with your mouth, book or Paternoster, and think of nothing except
word-23017 nothing except that you may finish the words and complete the
word-23023 the words and complete the number? So that if some one
word-23037 you what it all was about, or what it was that
word-23050 for, you yourself would not know; for you had not thought
word-23057 you had not thought of laying this or that matter before
word-23065 that matter before God or desiring it. Your only reason for
word-23090 you intend to do in full. What wonder that thunder and
word-23094 in full. What wonder that thunder and lightning frequently set churches
word-23096 What wonder that thunder and lightning frequently set churches on fire,
word-23101 lightning frequently set churches on fire, because we thus make of
word-23114 of Prayer a house of mockery, and call that prayer in
word-23146 ask a favor of great princes. These do not plan merely
word-23153 do not plan merely to babble a certain number of words,
word-23165 the prince would think they mocked him, or were insane; but
word-23169 they mocked him, or were insane; but they put their request
word-23174 insane; but they put their request very plainly, and present their
word-23176 they put their request very plainly, and present their need earnestly,
word-23181 plainly, and present their need earnestly, and then leave it to
word-23225 not doubt that it is heard; for He has promised to
word-23263 we call here upon St. Christopher, there upon St. Barbara; we
word-23267 St. Christopher, there upon St. Barbara; we vow a pilgrimage to
word-23269 there upon St. Barbara; we vow a pilgrimage to St. James,
word-23308 during mass, we stand like images of saints; know nothing to
word-23310 we stand like images of saints; know nothing to speak of
word-23318 to speak of or to lament; the beads rattle, the pages
word-23320 of or to lament; the beads rattle, the pages rustle and
word-23321 or to lament; the beads rattle, the pages rustle and the
word-23324 the beads rattle, the pages rustle and the mouth babbles; and
word-23328 pages rustle and the mouth babbles; and that is all there
word-23396 obedience, chastity and every virtue languish, and all manner of heinous
word-23403 all manner of heinous vices reign; what a lack there is
word-23413 is of good preachers and prelates; how only knaves, children, fools
word-23418 prelates; how only knaves, children, fools and women rule. Then you
word-23438 ceasing to pray everywhere with tears of blood to God, Who
word-23446 to God, Who is so terribly angry with men. And it
word-23485 the world. If such terrible crimes do not move you to
word-23504 be led astray by your rank, station, good works or prayer:
word-23505 led astray by your rank, station, good works or prayer: there
word-23509 rank, station, good works or prayer: there is no Christian vein
word-23514 prayer: there is no Christian vein or trait in you, however
word-23516 is no Christian vein or trait in you, however righteous you
word-23529 But it has all been foretold, that when God' s anger
word-23544 suffers the greatest need, then petitioners and supplicants before God shall
word-23546 greatest need, then petitioners and supplicants before God shall not be
word-23557 found, as Isaiah says with tears, chapter lxiv: " Thou art
word-23570 and there is none that calleth upon Thy Name, that stirreth
word-23575 calleth upon Thy Name, that stirreth up himself to take hold
word-23598 that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap
word-23603 hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land,
word-23608 gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy
word-23625 have I poured out Mine indignation upon them; I have consumed
word-23630 indignation upon them; I have consumed them with the fire of
word-23637 with the fire of My wrath." With these words God indicates
word-23669 the Prophet Moses, that he restrained God, lest His anger should
word-23679 should overwhelm the people of Israel.
word-23711 take pleasure in it, condemn, malign, sing and talk of their
word-23722 neighbor' s sins, and yet dare, unafraid and unashamed, go to
word-23723 s sins, and yet dare, unafraid and unashamed, go to church,
word-23725 and yet dare, unafraid and unashamed, go to church, hear mass,
word-23750 in need that we pray twice for them, if we pray
word-23766 condemn, talk about and laugh at. That there would be such
word-23774 would be such is also prophesied by the thief on Christ'
word-23777 is also prophesied by the thief on Christ' s left hand,
word-23784 Christ' s left hand, who blasphemed Him in His suffering, weakness
word-23789 blasphemed Him in His suffering, weakness and need; also by all
word-23797 also by all those who reviled Christ on the Cross, when
word-23801 who reviled Christ on the Cross, when they should most of
word-23814 O God, how blind, nay, how insane have we
word-23832 end of wrath, O heavenly Father? That we mock at the
word-23867 the fruit of our mad materialism. If the Turk destroys cities,
word-23873 If the Turk destroys cities, country and people, and ruins churches,
word-23877 cities, country and people, and ruins churches, we think a great
word-23897 urge kings and princes to war. But when faith perishes, love
word-23901 to war. But when faith perishes, love grows cold, God' s
word-23904 when faith perishes, love grows cold, God' s Word is neglected,
word-23915 and all manner of sin flourishes, then no one thinks of
word-23921 then no one thinks of fighting, nay, pope, bishops, priests and
word-23932 clergy, who ought to be generals, captains and standard- bearers in
word-23933 who ought to be generals, captains and standard- bearers in this
word-23935 to be generals, captains and standard- bearers in this spiritual warfare
word-23936 be generals, captains and standard- bearers in this spiritual warfare against
word-23940 standard- bearers in this spiritual warfare against these spiritual and many
word-23964 Turks and of the devil host, just as Judas was the
word-23967 the devil host, just as Judas was the leader of the
word-23970 just as Judas was the leader of the Jews when they
word-23976 of the Jews when they took Christ. It had to be
word-23983 It had to be an apostle, a bishop, a priest, one
word-23987 an apostle, a bishop, a priest, one of the number of
word-24000 who began the work of slaying Christ. So also must Christendom
word-24040 home themselves set house and sheep- cote on fire and let
word-24041 themselves set house and sheep- cote on fire and let them
word-24051 them burn up with the sheep and all other contents, and
word-24055 the sheep and all other contents, and none the less worry
word-24063 the less worry about the wolf in the woods. Such are
word-24066 about the wolf in the woods. Such are our times, and
word-24078 is the reward we have earned by our ingratitude toward the
word-24081 we have earned by our ingratitude toward the endless grace which
word-24084 by our ingratitude toward the endless grace which Christ has won
word-24108 Lo! where are the idle ones, who do not know how
word-24130 to St. James, hither and thither? Take up this one single
word-24182 rulers, whom God, for the intolerable punishment and torment of us
word-24185 for the intolerable punishment and torment of us all, allows to
word-24189 and torment of us all, allows to fall and be misled
word-24196 fall and be misled so terribly. If you do this diligently,
word-24201 terribly. If you do this diligently, be assured you are one
word-24203 you do this diligently, be assured you are one of the
word-24210 are one of the best fighters and captains, not only against
word-24212 of the best fighters and captains, not only against the Turks,
word-24227 devils and the powers of hell. But if you do it
word-24249 miracles of the saints, and murdered all the Turks, and yet
word-24260 were found guilty of having disregarded your neighbor' s need and
word-24271 of having thereby sinned against love? For Christ at the last
word-24286 how much you have prayed, fasted, pilgrimaged, done this or that
word-24287 much you have prayed, fasted, pilgrimaged, done this or that for
word-24306 to others, even the very least.
word-24312 without doubt among the " least" are also those who are
word-24323 in sin and spiritual poverty, captivity and need, of whom there
word-24343 suffer bodily need. Therefore take heed: our own self- assumed good
word-24347 take heed: our own self- assumed good works lead us to
word-24355 lead us to and into ourselves, that we seek only our
word-24404 said, " Father, forgive them, fort they know not what they
word-24410 they know not what they do," so we also must pray
word-24427 man may know that the slanderers, frivolous judges and despisers of
word-24428 may know that the slanderers, frivolous judges and despisers of other
word-24431 the slanderers, frivolous judges and despisers of other people are a
word-24439 people are a perverted, evil race, who do nothing else than
word-24445 who do nothing else than heap abuse on those for whom
word-24454 for whom they ought to pray; in which vice no one
word-24483 to men to be something extraordinary, and are honored because of
word-24514 embraces the whole nature of man. Here it must be known
word-24523 known that in Hebrew " Sabbath" means " rest," because on
word-24525 Hebrew " Sabbath" means " rest," because on the seventh day
word-24532 on the seventh day God rested and ceased from all His
word-24534 seventh day God rested and ceased from all His works, which
word-24542 His works, which He had made. Genesis ii. Therefore He commanded
word-24581 us been changed into the Sunday, and the other days are
word-24591 are called work- days; the Sunday is called rest- day or
word-24594 days; the Sunday is called rest- day or holiday or holy
word-24617 except the Sunday; that the festivals of Our Lady and of
word-24620 that the festivals of Our Lady and of the Saints were
word-24627 of the Saints were all transferred to Sunday; then would many
word-24652 lands would not be so drained and impoverished. But now we
word-24654 not be so drained and impoverished. But now we are plagued
word-24659 impoverished. But now we are plagued with many holidays, to the
word-24670 destruction of souls, bodies and goods; of which matter much might
word-24683 This rest or ceasing from labors is of two kinds, bodily
word-24687 from labors is of two kinds, bodily and spiritual. For this
word-24690 of two kinds, bodily and spiritual. For this reason this Commandment
word-24720 namely, that we omit our business and work, in order that
word-24769 obligate you to any holiday whatever"— for they were of old
word-24776 they were of old a figure, but now the truth has
word-24783 now the truth has been fulfilled, so that all days are
word-24802 holy day shall follow the other"; on the other hand, all
word-24810 other hand, all days are workdays. Yet it is a necessity
word-24826 for the sake of the imperfect laity and working people, that
word-24827 the sake of the imperfect laity and working people, that they
word-24852 see, the priests and clergy celebrate mass every day, pray at
word-24859 every day, pray at all hours and train themselves in God'
word-24868 in God' s Word by study, reading and hearing. For this
word-24871 Word by study, reading and hearing. For this reason also they
word-24878 this reason also they are freed from work before others, supported
word-24883 freed from work before others, supported by tithes and have holy-
word-24885 work before others, supported by tithes and have holy- day every
word-24921 And if we were all perfect, and knew the Gospel, we
word-24933 work every day if we wished, or rest if we could.
word-24968 spiritual rest, which God particularly intends in this Commandment, is this:
word-25011 powers. But how is this done? In this way: Man, corrupted
word-25014 is this done? In this way: Man, corrupted by sin, has
word-25016 done? In this way: Man, corrupted by sin, has much wicked
word-25024 has much wicked love and inclination toward all sins, as the
word-25043 senses incline always to the evil," that is, to pride, disobedience,
word-25055 hatred, covetousness, unchastity, etc., and summa summarum, in all that he
word-25056 covetousness, unchastity, etc., and summa summarum, in all that he does
word-25098 life are evil and not godly.
word-25117 vice and wickedness must be choked and up- rooted, so that
word-25119 wickedness must be choked and up- rooted, so that there may
word-25120 must be choked and up- rooted, so that there may be
word-25145 as St. Paul says, Galatians ii.) it may be no longer
word-25168 This is not accomplished with comfortable, pleasant days, but here we
word-25169 is not accomplished with comfortable, pleasant days, but here we must
word-25182 nature and let it be hurt. Here begins the strife between
word-25210 be in pleasure, honor and comfort. Of this St. Paul says,
word-25226 our Lord Christ' s have crucified the flesh with its affections
word-25231 crucified the flesh with its affections and lusts." Then follow the
word-25238 lusts." Then follow the good works,— fasting, watching, labor, of which
word-25346 " Follow not thine own desires." And Moses, Deuteronomy xii: "
word-25380 Lord, lead me in Thy path, and let me not walk
word-25389 not walk in my own ways," and many like prayers, which
word-25404 the prayer, " Thy kingdom come." For the desires are so
word-25412 desires are so many, so various, and besides at times so
word-25418 and besides at times so nimble, so subtile and specious, through
word-25422 so nimble, so subtile and specious, through the suggestions of the
word-25425 subtile and specious, through the suggestions of the evil one, that
word-25459 to God' s governance, and entrust nothing to his reason, as
word-25495 of Israel went out of Egypt through the Wilderness, where there
word-25498 out of Egypt through the Wilderness, where there was no way,
word-25509 no food, no drink, no help. Therefore God went before them,
word-25519 them, by day in a bright: cloud, by night in a
word-25520 by day in a bright: cloud, by night in a fiery
word-25525 cloud, by night in a fiery pillar, fed them with manna
word-25526 by night in a fiery pillar, fed them with manna from
word-25527 night in a fiery pillar, fed them with manna from heaven,
word-25530 fiery pillar, fed them with manna from heaven, and kept their
word-25538 and kept their garments and shoes that they waxed not old,
word-25551 read in the Books of Moses. For this reason we pray:
word-25565 that Thou rule us, and not: we ourselves," for there is
word-25567 rule us, and not: we ourselves," for there is nothing more
word-25596 in us and the best training, that we cease from our
word-25652 to give it rest and relief. This we must kill and
word-25678 we shall fast, watch and labor.
word-25688 blind men, who practise their castigation, whether it be fasting, watching
word-25704 think these are good works, intending by them to gain much
word-25710 by them to gain much merit. Far blinder still are they
word-25712 to gain much merit. Far blinder still are they who measure
word-25726 only by the quantity or duration, as these do, but also
word-25754 not eat meat, eggs or butter. Beyond these are those who
word-25773 the days; one fasting on Wednesday, another on Saturday, another on
word-25776 fasting on Wednesday, another on Saturday, another on St. Barbara' s
word-25780 on Saturday, another on St. Barbara' s day, another on St.
word-25786 s day, another on St. Sebastian' s day, and so on.
word-25791 Sebastian' s day, and so on. These all seek in their
word-25802 fasting nothing beyond the work itself: when they have performed that,
word-25838 none the less drink themselves full; some fast by eating fish
word-25846 by eating fish and other foods so lavishly that they would
word-25848 fish and other foods so lavishly that they would come much
word-25854 that they would come much nearer to fasting if they ate
word-25859 nearer to fasting if they ate meat, eggs and butter, and
word-25863 they ate meat, eggs and butter, and by so doing would
word-25872 doing would obtain far better results from their fasting. For such
word-25875 far better results from their fasting. For such fasting is not
word-25884 is not fasting, but a mockery of fasting and of God.
word-25907 fasting, as he will, on condition that he do not stop
word-25935 according to its lust and wantonness, and no more, although pope,
word-25943 more, although pope, Church, bishop, father- confessor or any one else
word-25944 although pope, Church, bishop, father- confessor or any one else whosoever
word-25959 no one should measure and regulate fasting, watching and labor according
word-25967 and labor according to the character or quantity of the food,
word-25982 days, but according to the withdrawal or approach of the lust
word-25984 according to the withdrawal or approach of the lust and wantonness
word-26012 is, to kill and to subdue them. If it were not
word-26024 this lust, eating were as meritorious as fasting, sleeping as watching,
word-26027 were as meritorious as fasting, sleeping as watching, idleness as labor,
word-26054 should find that more wantonness arose in his flesh from eating
word-26073 him eat meat and not fish. Again, if he find that
word-26082 find that his head becomes confused and crazed or his body
word-26089 crazed or his body and stomach injured through fasting, or that
word-26090 or his body and stomach injured through fasting, or that it
word-26111 he shall let fasting alone entirely, and eat, sleep, be idle
word-26138 or the rules of monastic orders: for no commandment of the
word-26163 value than it has in serving to repress or to kill
word-26165 it has in serving to repress or to kill the flesh
word-26173 kill the flesh and its lusts. Where men go beyond this,
word-26182 beyond this, and the fasting, eating, sleeping, watching are practised beyond
word-26183 this, and the fasting, eating, sleeping, watching are practised beyond the
word-26217 ruined and the head is racked; then let no one imagine
word-26233 works, or excuse himself by citing the commandment of the Church
word-26264 as far as in him lies, has become his own murderer.
word-26269 lies, has become his own murderer.
word-26292 only that we kill its wantonness; unless its wantonness were so
word-26355 food, but only on the wanton and lustful Adam, that through
word-26357 only on the wanton and lustful Adam, that through them he
word-26369 be cured of his evil appetite.
word-26377 this we can judge how wisely or foolishly some women act
word-26379 can judge how wisely or foolishly some women act when they
word-26395 the sick are to be treated. For the foolish women cling
word-26419 to the fruit of their womb and to themselves, rather than
word-26431 to fast when the others fast. They make a matter of
word-26441 of conscience where there is none, and where there is matter
word-26463 the preachers, because they continually prate of fasting, and never point
word-26473 point out its true use, limit, fruit, cause and purpose. So
word-26474 out its true use, limit, fruit, cause and purpose. So also
word-26477 use, limit, fruit, cause and purpose. So also the sick should
word-26494 drink every day whatever they wish. In brief, where the wantonness
word-26503 the wantonness of the flesh ceases, there every reason for fasting,
word-26517 this or that, has already ceased, and there no longer is
word-26524 there no longer is any binding commandment at all.
word-26542 this freedom there grow a lazy indifference about killing the wantonness
word-26543 freedom there grow a lazy indifference about killing the wantonness of
word-26553 of the flesh; for the roguish Adam is exceedingly tricky in
word-26557 the roguish Adam is exceedingly tricky in looking for permission for
word-26559 Adam is exceedingly tricky in looking for permission for himself, and
word-26561 exceedingly tricky in looking for permission for himself, and in pleading
word-26566 permission for himself, and in pleading the ruin of the body
word-26575 the body or of the mind; so some men jump right
word-26579 the mind; so some men jump right in and say it
word-26639 offending those who, not sufficiently informed, regard it a great sin
word-26659 do. These we must kindly instruct, and not haughtily despise, nor
word-26662 must kindly instruct, and not haughtily despise, nor eat this or
word-26670 eat this or that in despite of them, but we must
word-26695 lead them to a correct understanding. But if they are stubborn
word-26700 understanding. But if they are stubborn and will not listen, we
word-26704 are stubborn and will not listen, we must let them alone,
word-26755 sick, and our honor taken away; and everything that may move
word-26766 us to anger, impatience and unrest. For God' s work rules
word-26786 our wisdom, according to His purity and chastity, not according to
word-26808 and purity, our work is foolishness and impurity, and these shall
word-26810 our work is foolishness and impurity, and these shall rest: so
word-26814 and impurity, and these shall rest: so in like manner it
word-26865 every way keep a spiritual holiday, let our works stand idle,
word-26890 the Adam in us, God heaps many temptations upon us, which
word-26892 in us, God heaps many temptations upon us, which move us
word-26903 to anger, many sufferings, which rouse us to impatience, and last
word-26906 sufferings, which rouse us to impatience, and last of all death
word-26916 death and the world' s abuse; whereby He seeks nothing else
word-26966 own work." What does this mean? He sends us suffering and
word-26980 may teach us to have patience and peace; He bids us
word-26982 us to have patience and peace; He bids us die that
word-27007 quiet that he is not disturbed, whether it go well or
word-27028 or dishonored. There God Himself dwells alone, and there are no
word-27042 This is rightly keeping and hallowing the day of rest; then
word-27046 and hallowing the day of rest; then a man does not
word-27083 with all other works and virtues.
word-27125 more precious things than suffering, dying, and all manner of misfortune.
word-27130 dying, and all manner of misfortune. For they are holy and
word-27136 For they are holy and sanctify a man from his works
word-27171 them as holy things, be glad and thank God when they
word-27196 fulfils this Commandment and is saved, redeemed from all his sinful
word-27197 this Commandment and is saved, redeemed from all his sinful works.
word-27224 In order to strengthen us thereto He has not only commanded
word-27263 from its works and be dead); but He has also comforted
word-27268 dead); but He has also comforted us in the Scriptures with
word-27277 Scriptures with many words and told us, Psalm xci, " I
word-27341 the Sabbath lay in the tomb the entire day of rest,
word-27390 peace. Since, as Christ was raised up after His rest and
word-27424 only through natural death and burial, be lifted up into God,
word-27426 natural death and burial, be lifted up into God, that God
word-27444 Lo! these are the three parts of man: reason, desire, aversion;
word-27446 are the three parts of man: reason, desire, aversion; in which
word-27449 parts of man: reason, desire, aversion; in which all his works
word-27465 be slain by these three exercises, God' s governance, our self-
word-27471 God' s governance, our self- mortification, the hurt done to us
word-27490 before God, and give Him room for His works.
word-27507 and such sufferings to be endured in faith and in sure
word-27562 therefore, what a pretty, golden ring these three Commandments and their
word-27660 s benefits, and in addition chastising one' s self, and keeping
word-27663 in addition chastising one' s self, and keeping the body under.
word-27668 self, and keeping the body under.
word-27687 such worship, he rages and stirs up persecution, attacks body, goods,
word-27709 which God so permits and ordains. See, here begins the second
word-27736 even as gold in the fire. For it is a great
word-27757 sends us death, shame, sickness, poverty; and in this cruel form
word-27786 the Third Commandment. Here suffering contains faith, that it must call
word-27827 of God and praise, faith grows, and becomes conscious of itself,
word-27878 and comes again unto its rising. For this reason the Scriptures
word-27895 in works, the night with passive living in adversity, and faith
word-27908 works, goes out and comes in, in both, as Christ says,
word-27941 Our Father, Who art in heaven"; these are the words of
word-27971 in heaven. The second: " Hallowed be Thy Name," in which
word-27974 second: " Hallowed be Thy Name," in which faith asks that
word-27987 Name, praise and honor be glorified, and calls upon it in
word-27999 need, as the Second Commandment says. The third: " Thy kingdom
word-28004 The third: " Thy kingdom come," in which we pray for
word-28039 us as in His own kingdom, as He says, Luke xvii,
word-28050 Behold, God' s kingdom is nowhere else except within you." The
word-28062 is " Thy will be done"; in which we pray that
word-28112 which stands the word " Thou, Thy, Thy, Thy," because they
word-28115 word " Thou, Thy, Thy, Thy," because they seek only what
word-28128 all the others say " our, us, our," etc; for in
word-28130 others say " our, us, our," etc; for in them we
word-28131 say " our, us, our," etc; for in them we pray
word-28141 pray for our goods and blessedness.
word-28148 this, then, suffice as a plain, hasty explanation of the First
word-28149 then, suffice as a plain, hasty explanation of the First Table
word-28157 the First Table of Moses, pointing out to simple folk what
word-28172 The Second Table follows.
word-28211 superiors. For this reason also disobedience is a greater sin than
word-28221 than murder, unchastity, theft and dishonesty, and all that these may
word-28227 and all that these may include. For we can in no
word-28246 and lesser sins than by noting the order of the Commandments
word-28297 than to strike any one else? Thus these seven Commandments teach
word-28333 honor our own father and mother. And this honor consists not
word-28341 honor consists not only in respectful demeanor, but in this: that
word-28342 consists not only in respectful demeanor, but in this: that we
word-28352 we obey them, look up to, esteem and heed their words
word-28353 obey them, look up to, esteem and heed their words and
word-28359 and heed their words and example, accept what they say, keep
word-28369 keep silent and endure their treatment of us, so long as
word-28385 the first three Commandments; in addition, when they need it, that
word-28396 we provide them with food, clothing and shelter. For not for
word-28398 them with food, clothing and shelter. For not for nothing has
word-28417 say: " Thou shalt love them," although this also must be
word-28437 includes a certain fear, which unites with love, and causes a
word-28441 which unites with love, and causes a man to fear offending
word-28465 the honor we pay a sanctuary, and yet we do not
word-28514 which we despise or flee from, as we fear the hangman
word-28519 from, as we fear the hangman or punishment. There is no
word-28544 has with it hatred and enmity. Of this we have a
word-28550 Of this we have a proverb of St. Jerome: What we
word-28553 have a proverb of St. Jerome: What we fear, that we
word-28560 we fear, that we also hate. With such a fear God
word-28580 to have us honor our parents; but with the first, which
word-28601 easy, but few regard it aright. For where the parents are
word-28641 first three Commandments, there the child' s own will is constantly
word-28663 nature would most gladly do otherwise; and thereby it finds occasion
word-28674 to despise its parents, to murmur against them, or to do
word-28686 things. There love and fear depart, unless they have God' s
word-28700 manner, when they punish and chastise, as they ought ( at
word-28716 not harm the soul' s salvation), our evil nature resents the
word-28720 s salvation), our evil nature resents the correction. Beside all this,
word-28722 our evil nature resents the correction. Beside all this, there are
word-28741 their parents because of poverty, lowly birth, deformity or dishonor, and
word-28742 parents because of poverty, lowly birth, deformity or dishonor, and allow
word-28743 because of poverty, lowly birth, deformity or dishonor, and allow these
word-28768 all things, and has with benevolent intent given them such parents,
word-28769 things, and has with benevolent intent given them such parents, to
word-28795 child has children of its own; then love descends to them,
word-28798 of its own; then love descends to them, and detracts very
word-28802 love descends to them, and detracts very much from the love
word-28840 take their place, such as relatives, god- parents, sponsors, temporal lords
word-28843 such as relatives, god- parents, sponsors, temporal lords and spiritual fathers.
word-28848 sponsors, temporal lords and spiritual fathers. For every one must be
word-28854 For every one must be ruled and be subject to other
word-28922 subtile than this first, which adorns itself and passes for a
word-28961 mutual love, and on all sides it is a precious thing,
word-28982 plague is so common that instances of the first form of
word-29003 fact that the parents are blinded, and neither know nor honor
word-29024 cannot see what the children lack, and how they ought to
word-29057 please men and reach high positions: this the children like, and
word-29068 they obey very gladly without gainsaying.
word-29109 they do like the king Manasseh, who sacrificed his own son
word-29118 own son to the idol Moloch and burned him, II. Kings
word-29160 than in the way of God? let them go their way,
word-29174 up in worldly pleasure, love, enjoyment, possessions and honor, but let
word-29192 desire of eternal blessings be quenched in them?
word-29194 eternal blessings be quenched in them?
word-29212 where flesh and blood are supreme! For, truly, the knowledge and
word-29228 and the last six Commandments depends altogether upon this Commandment; since
word-29245 to their children, as Psalm lxxviii. says, " How strictly has
word-29253 strictly has He commanded our fathers, that they should make known
word-29267 to their children, that the generation to come might know them
word-29278 and declare them to their children' s children." This also is
word-29280 them to their children' s children." This also is the reason
word-29299 is, to love them with fear; for that other love is
word-29332 whether he be father or child. But we blind men leave
word-29339 we blind men leave this untouched, and seek all sorts of
word-29425 To wear decent clothes and to seek an
word-29431 clothes and to seek an honest living is a necessity, and
word-29435 an honest living is a necessity, and not sin. Yet the
word-29438 is a necessity, and not sin. Yet the heart of a
word-29450 must be taught to be sorry that this miserable earthly life
word-29459 earthly life cannot well be lived, or even begun, without the
word-29462 well be lived, or even begun, without the striving after more
word-29482 protection of the body against cold and for nourishment. Thus the
word-29485 body against cold and for nourishment. Thus the child must be
word-29507 the world' s will and play the fool with the rest
word-29529 better and to avoid something worse. So Queen Esther wore her
word-29531 to avoid something worse. So Queen Esther wore her royal crown,
word-29535 So Queen Esther wore her royal crown, and yet said to
word-29536 Queen Esther wore her royal crown, and yet said to God,
word-29545 God, Esther xiv, " Thou knowest, that the sign of my
word-29561 my head, has never yet delighted me, and I abhor it
word-29565 yet delighted me, and I abhor it as a menstruous rag,
word-29569 I abhor it as a menstruous rag, and never wear it
word-29570 abhor it as a menstruous rag, and never wear it when
word-29600 so minded wears adornment without peril; for it wears and does
word-29607 it wears and does not wear, dances and does not dance,
word-29608 wears and does not wear, dances and does not dance, lives
word-29612 wear, dances and does not dance, lives well and does not
word-29627 are the secret souls, hidden brides of Christ, but they are
word-29633 of Christ, but they are rare; for it is hard not
word-29640 it is hard not to delight in great adornment and parade.
word-29645 delight in great adornment and parade. Thus St. Cecilia wore golden
word-29648 adornment and parade. Thus St. Cecilia wore golden clothes at the
word-29666 her body she wore a garment of hair.
word-29668 she wore a garment of hair.
word-29681 I bring my children into society, and marry them honorably? I
word-29683 my children into society, and marry them honorably? I must make
word-29685 into society, and marry them honorably? I must make some display."
word-29690 honorably? I must make some display." Tell me, are not these
word-29702 words of a heart which despairs of God, and trusts more
word-29711 trusts more on its own providing than on God' s care?
word-29716 providing than on God' s care? Whereas St. Peter teaches and
word-29749 that they have never yet thanked God for their children, have
word-29785 God also for the marriage dower of their children, and await
word-29790 dower of their children, and await it from Him. Therefore also
word-29806 their way, with cares and worries, and yet succeed poorly.
word-29809 cares and worries, and yet succeed poorly.
word-29810 and worries, and yet succeed poorly.
word-29835 salvation by training their own children; if they rightly train them
word-29884 makes of your house a hospital, and sets you over them
word-29892 you over them as chief nurse, to wait on them, to
word-29955 Word, and to keep the Sabbath, that they may learn to
word-29967 temporal things, to bear misfortune calmly, and not to fear death
word-29981 See, what great lessons are these, how many good
word-30011 thirsty, naked, poor, imprisoned, sick soul. O what a blessed marriage
word-30027 such parents were to be found! Truly it would be a
word-30036 be a real Church, a chosen cloister, yea, a paradise. Of
word-30037 a real Church, a chosen cloister, yea, a paradise. Of such
word-30040 a chosen cloister, yea, a paradise. Of such says Psalm cxxviii:
word-30065 of the labor of thine hands; therefore thou shalt be happy,
word-30070 hands; therefore thou shalt be happy, and it shall be well
word-30077 it shall be well with thee. Thy wife shall be as
word-30085 shall be as a fruitful vine in thine house, and thy
word-30088 a fruitful vine in thine house, and thy children shall be
word-30097 shall be as the young scions of laden olive trees about
word-30099 as the young scions of laden olive trees about thy table.
word-30100 the young scions of laden olive trees about thy table. Behold,
word-30101 young scions of laden olive trees about thy table. Behold, thus
word-30113 the man be blessed, that feareth the Lord," etc. Where are
word-30115 be blessed, that feareth the Lord," etc. Where are such parents?
word-30116 blessed, that feareth the Lord," etc. Where are such parents? Where
word-30120 Lord," etc. Where are such parents? Where are they that ask
word-30134 Here none wishes to come. Why? God has commanded it; the
word-30144 the devil, flesh and blood pull away from it; it makes
word-30154 makes no show, therefore it counts for nothing. Here this husband
word-30171 vows a pilgrimage to Our Lady; no one vows that he
word-30221 not been commanded him. Such perversity no bishop forbids, no preacher
word-30227 no bishop forbids, no preacher corrects; nay, for covetousness' sake they
word-30230 no preacher corrects; nay, for covetousness' sake they confirm it and
word-30233 nay, for covetousness' sake they confirm it and daily only invent
word-30238 confirm it and daily only invent more pilgrimages, elevations of saints,
word-30241 daily only invent more pilgrimages, elevations of saints, indulgence- fairs. God
word-30244 more pilgrimages, elevations of saints, indulgence- fairs. God have pity on
word-30245 pilgrimages, elevations of saints, indulgence- fairs. God have pity on such
word-30251 God have pity on such blindness.
word-30259 the other hand, parents cannot earn eternal punishment in any way
word-30338 them the children whom He entrusted to them. This is shown
word-30352 Christ, Luke xxiii, " Ye daughters of Jerusalem, weep not for
word-30369 your children. The days are coming, in which they shall say:
word-30378 shall say: Blessed are the wombs that never bare, and the
word-30381 are the wombs that never bare, and the paps which never
word-30384 that never bare, and the paps which never gave suck." Why
word-30387 and the paps which never gave suck." Why shall they lament,
word-30388 the paps which never gave suck." Why shall they lament, except
word-30392 gave suck." Why shall they lament, except because all their condemnation
word-30397 lament, except because all their condemnation comes from their own children?
word-30466 angry with them, or are obedient in worldly matters, by which
word-30476 which their self- will is strengthened; although the Commandment places the
word-30507 children may become humble and meek.
word-30534 here too let no one suppose that the training and teaching
word-30612 lives, or is good and acceptable; for many heathen have trained
word-30620 heathen have trained their children beautifully, but it is all lost,
word-30655 spiritual power, so that we conform to what she commands, forbids,
word-30659 we conform to what she commands, forbids, appoints, orders, binds and
word-30661 to what she commands, forbids, appoints, orders, binds and looses, and
word-30662 what she commands, forbids, appoints, orders, binds and looses, and honor,
word-30663 she commands, forbids, appoints, orders, binds and looses, and honor, fear
word-30665 forbids, appoints, orders, binds and looses, and honor, fear and love
word-30684 fear our natural parents, and yield to it in all things
word-30751 and to exercise themselves in obeying and honoring it. Such zeal
word-30756 obeying and honoring it. Such zeal one does not see now;
word-30761 zeal one does not see now; they act toward their subjects
word-30769 toward their subjects like the mothers who forsake their children and
word-30778 children and run after their lovers, as Hosea ii. says; they
word-30780 run after their lovers, as Hosea ii. says; they do not
word-30782 their lovers, as Hosea ii. says; they do not preach, they
word-30790 not preach, they do not teach, they do not hinder, they
word-30794 not teach, they do not hinder, they do not punish, and
word-30798 not hinder, they do not punish, and there is no spiritual
word-30819 of this work? A few fast- days and feast- days are
word-30822 A few fast- days and feast- days are left, and these
word-30825 days and feast- days are left, and these had better be
word-30833 had better be done away with. But no one gives this
word-30850 left except the ban for debt, and this should not be.
word-30883 shame might be most severely punished and corrected; and they should
word-30885 be most severely punished and corrected; and they should properly manage
word-30890 corrected; and they should properly manage the endowments, monastic houses, parishes
word-30911 the young people, boys and girls, in schools and cloisters, with
word-30915 and girls, in schools and cloisters, with learned, pious men as
word-30932 well trained, and so the older people give a good example
word-30954 St. Paul teaches his disciple Titus, that he should rightly instruct
word-30975 But now he goes to school who wishes; he is taught
word-30977 he goes to school who wishes; he is taught who governs
word-30982 wishes; he is taught who governs and teaches himself; nay, it
word-30988 and teaches himself; nay, it has, alas! come to such a
word-31018 takes thought for the wild youth.
word-31024 VIII. If the above order prevailed, one could say how honor
word-31038 be given to the spiritual authority. But now the case is
word-31064 present the spiritual authority threatens, dispenses, takes money, and pardons more
word-31068 threatens, dispenses, takes money, and pardons more than it has power
word-31075 than it has power to pardon. I will here refrain from
word-31079 to pardon. I will here refrain from saying more; we see
word-31094 is good; greed holds the reins, and just what should be
word-31102 what should be forbidden is taught; and it is clearly seen
word-31127 itself. Meanwhile Christendom must be ruined, and this Commandment perish.
word-31145 provide for all these classes, supervise, make visitations and be faithful
word-31147 all these classes, supervise, make visitations and be faithful as he
word-31153 and be faithful as he ought, truly, one city would be
word-31188 the smallest part of the inhabitants were Christians. How may things
word-31190 part of the inhabitants were Christians. How may things go when
word-31231 Of spiritual power we have much; but of spiritual government nothing
word-31256 schools be well established and managed; and it would also be
word-31286 where they cannot be cared for. It is much better that
word-31298 be no monastic house or endowment than that there be evil
word-31330 and are perverted, it must assuredly follow that they misuse their
word-31359 God. Here we must be wise; for the Apostle has said,
word-31383 it seems as if we resisted their power if we do
word-31397 leave undone all that they prescribe. Therefore we must take hold
word-31423 neither bishop, nor pope, nor angel, may command or determine anything
word-31427 nor angel, may command or determine anything that is contrary to
word-31446 help them; and if they attempt such things, it is not
word-31452 such things, it is not valid and amounts to nothing; and
word-31465 sin if we follow and obey, or even tolerate such acts.
word-31470 obey, or even tolerate such acts.
word-31485 commands of fasting do not include the sick, the pregnant women,
word-31489 not include the sick, the pregnant women, or those who for
word-31490 include the sick, the pregnant women, or those who for other
word-31500 other reasons cannot fast without injury. And, to rise higher, in
word-31522 wares, which are openly and shamelessly bought and sold, indulgences, parishes,
word-31523 which are openly and shamelessly bought and sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic
word-31525 openly and shamelessly bought and sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics,
word-31530 sold, indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices, and every thing
word-31531 indulgences, parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices, and every thing that
word-31532 parishes, monastic houses, bishoprics, provostships, benefices, and every thing that has
word-31547 God' s service far and wide; whereby not only is all
word-31570 this would be the smallest harm), but the parishes, bishoprics and
word-31574 smallest harm), but the parishes, bishoprics and prelacies are torn to
word-31576 but the parishes, bishoprics and prelacies are torn to pieces, deserted,
word-31580 and prelacies are torn to pieces, deserted, laid waste, and so
word-31581 prelacies are torn to pieces, deserted, laid waste, and so the
word-31583 torn to pieces, deserted, laid waste, and so the people are
word-31601 Name and honor come to naught, and faith is destroyed, so
word-31611 so that at last such institutions and offices fall into the
word-31613 at last such institutions and offices fall into the hands not
word-31634 into the hands of the Romans, the greatest villains in the
word-31637 of the Romans, the greatest villains in the world. Thus what
word-31652 God' s service, for the instruction, government and improvement of the
word-31664 must now serve the stable- boys, mule- drivers, yea, not to
word-31665 now serve the stable- boys, mule- drivers, yea, not to use
word-31666 serve the stable- boys, mule- drivers, yea, not to use plainer
word-31671 drivers, yea, not to use plainer language, Roman whores and knaves;
word-31672 yea, not to use plainer language, Roman whores and knaves; yet
word-31674 to use plainer language, Roman whores and knaves; yet we have
word-31676 plainer language, Roman whores and knaves; yet we have no more
word-31691 mock us for it as fools.
word-31696 X. If then such unbearable abuses are all carried on
word-31732 to destroy Christendom, body and soul: we are indeed in duty
word-31749 way as much as we can. And here we must do
word-31762 children whose parents have become insane, and first see by what
word-31801 work in Rome, and to lapse here, where it ought to
word-31813 How can we be so foolish?
word-31819 Since then bishops and spiritual prelates stand idle in this matter,
word-31825 stand idle in this matter, offer no opposition or are afraid,
word-31868 the same end, send the courtesans and those who bear letters
word-31873 courtesans and those who bear letters from Rome about their business,
word-31881 about their business, in a reasonable, gentle way inform them that,
word-31884 in a reasonable, gentle way inform them that, if they wish
word-31895 to care for their parishes properly, they shall live in them
word-31910 by preaching or by good example; or if not, and they
word-31921 do live in Rome or elsewhere, lay waste and debauch the
word-31925 or elsewhere, lay waste and debauch the churches, then let the
word-31943 is not fitting that we support the pope' s servants, his
word-31945 fitting that we support the pope' s servants, his people, yes,
word-31954 people, yes, his knaves and whores, to the destruction and injury
word-31962 destruction and injury of our souls.
word-31975 the kings, princes and the nobility ought to attack first: not
word-31985 not seeking thereby their own benefit, but only the improvement of
word-31994 improvement of Christendom, and the prevention of the blasphemy and disgracing
word-31999 prevention of the blasphemy and disgracing of the divine Name; and
word-32021 has lost his sense and wits; who, if one did not
word-32027 who, if one did not restrain him and resist him (
word-32037 although with all humility and honor), might destroy child, heir and
word-32041 and honor), might destroy child, heir and everybody. Thus we are
word-32043 might destroy child, heir and everybody. Thus we are to honor
word-32054 Roman authority as our highest father; and yet, since they have
word-32073 them to do what they attempt, lest Christendom be destroyed thereby.
word-32088 should be referred to a General Council. To this I say:
word-32089 be referred to a General Council. To this I say: No!
word-32094 Council. To this I say: No! For we have had many
word-32106 in which this has been proposed, namely, at Constance, Basel and
word-32109 has been proposed, namely, at Constance, Basel and the last Roman
word-32110 been proposed, namely, at Constance, Basel and the last Roman Council;
word-32115 Basel and the last Roman Council; but nothing has been accomplished,
word-32120 Council; but nothing has been accomplished, and things have grown ever
word-32124 been accomplished, and things have grown ever worse, Moreover, such councils
word-32127 things have grown ever worse, Moreover, such councils are entirely useless,
word-32132 Moreover, such councils are entirely useless, since Roman wisdom has contrived
word-32137 useless, since Roman wisdom has contrived the device that the kings
word-32139 Roman wisdom has contrived the device that the kings and princes
word-32146 the kings and princes must beforehand take an oath to let
word-32169 so has put up a bar to ward off all reformation,
word-32188 knavery, although this oath is demanded, forced and taken contrary to
word-32202 law, and by it the doors are locked against the Holy
word-32204 by it the doors are locked against the Holy Spirit, Who
word-32213 Spirit, Who should rule the councils. But this would be the
word-32224 best, and also the only remedy remaining, if kings, princes, nobility,
word-32225 and also the only remedy remaining, if kings, princes, nobility, cities
word-32283 earth can command or forbid anything. And the ban or threatening
word-32288 anything. And the ban or threatening with which they think they
word-32311 if an insane father severely threatens the son who restrains him
word-32315 severely threatens the son who restrains him or locks him up.
word-32318 son who restrains him or locks him up.
word-32320 restrains him or locks him up.
word-32338 authority, as Paul teaches, Romans xiii, and Titus iii, and St.
word-32348 Peter, I. Peter ii: " Submit yourselves to the king as
word-32354 yourselves to the king as supreme, and to the princes as
word-32361 to the princes as his ambassadors, and to all the ordinances
word-32387 its subjects, and to punish thievery, robbery, and adultery, as St.
word-32398 says, Romans xiii: " It beareth not the sword in vain;
word-32401 " It beareth not the sword in vain; it serves God
word-32403 beareth not the sword in vain; it serves God with it,
word-32421 to the protection of the good."
word-32434 if they lie to the government, deceive it, and are disloyal,
word-32439 government, deceive it, and are disloyal, neither obey nor do as
word-32463 even if the government does injustice, as the King of Babylon
word-32480 yet God would have it obeyed, without treachery and deception. Secondly,
word-32482 would have it obeyed, without treachery and deception. Secondly, when men
word-32484 it obeyed, without treachery and deception. Secondly, when men speak evil
word-32508 and abuses the government with grumbling and evil words, publicly or
word-32514 and evil words, publicly or secretly.
word-32556 it should try openly to compel us to do wrong against
word-32564 do wrong against God or men; as in former days when
word-32596 one' s soul, nay, it improves the soul, although it inflicts
word-32601 improves the soul, although it inflicts loss upon the body and
word-32624 gain all the world' s wealth.
word-32645 temporal power as in the spiritual, when it does wrong. For
word-32690 wrong, but also when it neglects its duty and busies itself
word-32694 it neglects its duty and busies itself with other things, even
word-32749 the spiritual power believing and doing; if they are not set
word-32795 not found in the temporal power; for it may do and
word-32825 need not believe what it believes.
word-32843 s sight, and far too slightly regarded by Him, that for
word-32863 should resist, become disobedient and quarrel. On the other hand, the
word-32875 power is an exceeding great blessing, and far too precious in
word-32896 and keep silent, if it departs a hair' s breadth from
word-32898 silent, if it departs a hair' s breadth from its own
word-32933 power also there is much abuse. First, when it follows the
word-32939 First, when it follows the flatterers, which is a common and
word-32967 it is led by the nose, and oppresses the common people,
word-32969 led by the nose, and oppresses the common people, becomes a
word-32985 a heathen says: " The spider- webs catch the small flies,
word-32986 heathen says: " The spider- webs catch the small flies, but
word-32990 spider- webs catch the small flies, but the mill- stones roll
word-32993 the small flies, but the mill- stones roll through." So the
word-32994 small flies, but the mill- stones roll through." So the laws,
word-32995 flies, but the mill- stones roll through." So the laws, ordinances
word-32996 but the mill- stones roll through." So the laws, ordinances and
word-33030 so wise that he needs nobody' s advice, or has such
word-33032 that he needs nobody' s advice, or has such a standing
word-33053 God should do a special wonder) a childish government.
word-33056 a special wonder) a childish government.
word-33069 unfit rulers the greatest of plagues, as He threatens, Isaiah iii,
word-33084 from them every man of valor, and will give children to
word-33094 to be their princes and babes to rule over them." Four
word-33100 to rule over them." Four plagues God has named in Scripture,
word-33103 them." Four plagues God has named in Scripture, Ezekiel xiv. The
word-33105 plagues God has named in Scripture, Ezekiel xiv. The first and
word-33111 Ezekiel xiv. The first and slightest, which also David chose, is
word-33115 and slightest, which also David chose, is pestilence, the second is
word-33121 is pestilence, the second is famine, the third is war, the
word-33136 of evil beasts, such as lions, wolves, serpents, dragons; these are
word-33137 evil beasts, such as lions, wolves, serpents, dragons; these are the
word-33138 beasts, such as lions, wolves, serpents, dragons; these are the wicked
word-33139 such as lions, wolves, serpents, dragons; these are the wicked rulers.
word-33175 the soul' s salvation. For pestilence and famine make people good
word-33177 s salvation. For pestilence and famine make people good and rich;
word-33182 famine make people good and rich; but war and wicked rulers
word-33216 at all times undertake to enforce his own will, although he
word-33230 authority and the very best cause. For it is a far
word-33250 than to risk property and person, if it is advantageous to
word-33254 and person, if it is advantageous to the subjects; since worldly
word-33257 it is advantageous to the subjects; since worldly rights attach only
word-33261 the subjects; since worldly rights attach only to temporal goods.
word-33266 Hence, it is a very foolish
word-33285 I will take it by storm and keep it, although all
word-33304 So we read of the Emperor Octavianus, that he did not
word-33305 we read of the Emperor Octavianus, that he did not wish
word-33324 be, unless there were sure indications of greater benefit than harm,
word-33339 the harm would not be intolerable, and said: " War is
word-33345 said: " War is like fishing with a golden net; the
word-33349 like fishing with a golden net; the loss risked is always
word-33352 a golden net; the loss risked is always greater than the
word-33360 greater than the catch can be." For he who guides a
word-33364 can be." For he who guides a wagon must walk far
word-33375 otherwise than if he were walking alone; when alone he may
word-33382 when alone he may walk, jump, and do as he will;
word-33391 he will; but when he drives, he must so guide and
word-33397 he must so guide and adapt himself that the wagon and
word-33432 walk and act as he wills, but as the multitude can,
word-33448 more than his will and pleasure. For when a prince rules
word-33469 he is like a mad driver, who rushes straight ahead with
word-33471 like a mad driver, who rushes straight ahead with horse and
word-33473 mad driver, who rushes straight ahead with horse and wagon, through
word-33475 who rushes straight ahead with horse and wagon, through bushes, thorns,
word-33477 straight ahead with horse and wagon, through bushes, thorns, ditches, water,
word-33479 with horse and wagon, through bushes, thorns, ditches, water, up hill
word-33480 horse and wagon, through bushes, thorns, ditches, water, up hill and
word-33481 and wagon, through bushes, thorns, ditches, water, up hill and down
word-33484 bushes, thorns, ditches, water, up hill and down dale, regardless of
word-33487 water, up hill and down dale, regardless of roads and bridges;
word-33490 and down dale, regardless of roads and bridges; he will not
word-33492 dale, regardless of roads and bridges; he will not drive long,
word-33502 long, all will go to smash.
word-33520 have read to them, from youth on, the histories, both in
word-33521 read to them, from youth on, the histories, both in sacred
word-33523 them, from youth on, the histories, both in sacred and in
word-33529 both in sacred and in profane books, in which they would
word-33530 in sacred and in profane books, in which they would find
word-33541 more examples and skill in ruling than in all the books
word-33548 in all the books of law; as we read that the
word-33556 read that the kings of Persia did, Esther vi. For examples
word-33557 that the kings of Persia did, Esther vi. For examples and
word-33572 more than the laws and statutes: there actual experience teaches, here
word-33574 the laws and statutes: there actual experience teaches, here untried and
word-33578 there actual experience teaches, here untried and uncertain words.
word-33580 experience teaches, here untried and uncertain words.
word-33584 XVI. Three special, distinct works all rulers might
word-33585 XVI. Three special, distinct works all rulers might do
word-33614 not only because of the excess, but also because of its
word-33620 but also because of its expense. For through seasonings and spices
word-33623 of its expense. For through seasonings and spices and the like,
word-33625 expense. For through seasonings and spices and the like, without which
word-33655 To prevent these two great evils would truly give the temporal
word-33667 enough to do, for the inroads they have made are wide
word-33674 have made are wide and deep. And how could those in
word-33690 thereby also improve their own land?
word-33704 whereby so much wealth is wasted, and yet only the world
word-33714 world and the flesh are served; it is fearful to think
word-33717 flesh are served; it is fearful to think that such abuse
word-33733 the people who have been pledged, baptised and consecrated to Christ,
word-33734 people who have been pledged, baptised and consecrated to Christ, the
word-33740 and consecrated to Christ, the Crucified, and who should bear the
word-33762 dying daily. If some men erred through ignorance, it might be
word-33764 If some men erred through ignorance, it might be borne; but
word-33768 through ignorance, it might be borne; but that it is practised
word-33781 without punishment, without shame, without hindrance, nay, that praise and fame
word-33796 is indeed an unchristian thing. Thirdly, to drive out the usurious
word-33802 to drive out the usurious buying of rent- charges, which in
word-33804 out the usurious buying of rent- charges, which in the whole
word-33805 the usurious buying of rent- charges, which in the whole world
word-33811 which in the whole world ruins, consumes and troubles all lands,
word-33812 in the whole world ruins, consumes and troubles all lands, peoples
word-33817 consumes and troubles all lands, peoples and cities through its cunning
word-33822 peoples and cities through its cunning form, by which it appears
word-33867 who suck the whole world dry. Here princes ought not to
word-33876 not to sleep, nor be lazy, if they would give a
word-33897 ought to be mentioned the knavery which is practised by officiales
word-33908 and other episcopal and spiritual officers, who ban, load, hunt and
word-33911 and spiritual officers, who ban, load, hunt and drive the poor
word-33912 spiritual officers, who ban, load, hunt and drive the poor people
word-33925 burdens, as long as a penny remains. This ought to be
word-33926 as long as a penny remains. This ought to be prevented
word-33931 remains. This ought to be prevented by the temporal sword, since
word-33943 is no other help or remedy.
word-33944 O, would God in heaven, that
word-33964 do away with the public bawdy- houses, as was done among
word-33973 done among the people of Israel! It is indeed an unchristian
word-33986 public houses of sin are maintained among Christians, a thing formerly
word-33991 maintained among Christians, a thing formerly altogether unheard of. It should
word-33993 Christians, a thing formerly altogether unheard of. It should be a
word-33994 a thing formerly altogether unheard of. It should be a rule
word-34003 a rule that boys and girls should be married early and
word-34006 boys and girls should be married early and such vice be
word-34053 if it is possible in villages, towns and some cities, as
word-34054 it is possible in villages, towns and some cities, as we
word-34068 should it not be possible everywhere?
word-34088 wants to work, therefore the mechanics must give their workmen holiday:
word-34093 mechanics must give their workmen holiday: then they are free and
word-34102 free and no one can tame them. But if there were
word-34117 must do as they are bid, and no one would give
word-34136 to a large extent be mended. God help us! I fear
word-34139 extent be mended. God help us! I fear that here the
word-34151 is far greater than the hope; but this does not excuse
word-34168 few works of magistrates are indicated, but they are so good
word-34180 so many, that they have superabundant good works to do every
word-34265 workmen toward their lords and ladies, masters and mistresses. Of this
word-34268 lords and ladies, masters and mistresses. Of this St. Paul says,
word-34293 do what pleases them, not cheating them nor opposing them"; for
word-34296 them, not cheating them nor opposing them"; for this reason also:
word-34301 opposing them"; for this reason also: because they thereby bring the
word-34315 and our faith into good repute, that the heathen cannot complain
word-34320 repute, that the heathen cannot complain of us and be offended.
word-34325 complain of us and be offended. St. Peter also says: "
word-34347 only to the good and gentle, but also to the froward
word-34352 gentle, but also to the froward and harsh. For this is
word-34354 also to the froward and harsh. For this is acceptable with
word-34365 God, if a man suffers harshness, being innocent."
word-34367 a man suffers harshness, being innocent."
word-34385 working men, that they are disobedient, unfaithful, unmannerly, and over- reaching;
word-34386 men, that they are disobedient, unfaithful, unmannerly, and over- reaching; this
word-34387 that they are disobedient, unfaithful, unmannerly, and over- reaching; this is
word-34390 disobedient, unfaithful, unmannerly, and over- reaching; this is a plague sent
word-34411 servants whereby they may be saved; truly they need not make
word-34452 know pleases their masters and mistresses, and all this in a
word-34489 all merits are to be found), purely for nothing, out of
word-34553 them and be the master- workman.
word-34562 other hand, the masters and mistresses should not rule their servants,
word-34568 should not rule their servants, maids and workingmen roughly, not look
word-34570 rule their servants, maids and workingmen roughly, not look to all
word-34571 their servants, maids and workingmen roughly, not look to all things
word-34578 look to all things too closely, occasionally overlook something, and for
word-34584 occasionally overlook something, and for peace' sake make allowances. For it
word-34587 and for peace' sake make allowances. For it is not possible
word-34614 we live on earth in imperfection. Of this St. Paul says,
word-34639 that ye also have a Master in heaven." Therefore as the
word-34653 wish God to deal too sharply with them, but that many
word-34661 but that many things be overlooked through grace, they also should
word-34702 now, what good works a householder and a mistress can do,
word-34705 works a householder and a mistress can do, how finely God
word-34721 so near at hand, so manifold, so continuously, that we have
word-34723 at hand, so manifold, so continuously, that we have no need
word-34740 might well forget the other showy, far- off, invented works of
word-34741 well forget the other showy, far- off, invented works of men,
word-34743 the other showy, far- off, invented works of men, such as
word-34754 making pilgrimages, building churches, seeking indulgence, and the like.
word-34779 her husband as to her superior, give way to him, keep
word-34801 not contrary to God' s commands. On the other hand, the
word-34820 and not deal strictly with her, of which matter St. Peter
word-34831 and St. Paul have said much. But this has its place
word-34848 Ten Commandments, and is easily inferred from these passages.
word-34851 is easily inferred from these passages.
word-34866 works is included in these two, obedience and considerateness. Obedience is
word-34869 in these two, obedience and considerateness. Obedience is the duty of
word-34876 is the duty of subjects, considerateness that of masters, that they
word-34919 works they can do on earth; with these they are more
word-34936 these they did nothing but miracles. So says St. Paul, Romans
word-34945 Romans xii: " He that ruleth, let him do it with
word-34951 let him do it with diligence"; as who should say: "
word-34989 whether it be splendid or obscure; but let him look to
word-35035 be driven from it, although hell were chasing him. This is
word-35037 from it, although hell were chasing him. This is the right
word-35043 him. This is the right road that leads him to heaven."
word-35062 himself and his position, and attended to its duties alone, how
word-35080 in a short time, so quietly and secretly that no one
word-35091 would notice it except God alone! But now we let all
word-35104 and one runs to the Carthusians, another to this place, a
word-35124 God' s Commandments had been thrown into corners and hidden; although
word-35126 Commandments had been thrown into corners and hidden; although it is
word-35128 been thrown into corners and hidden; although it is written in
word-35139 Proverbs i, that divine wisdom crieth out her commandments publicly in
word-35146 her commandments publicly in the streets, in the midst of the
word-35149 in the streets, in the midst of the people and in
word-35156 the people and in the gates of the cities; which means
word-35159 in the gates of the cities; which means that they are
word-35167 that they are present in profusion in all places, in all
word-35173 in all places, in all stations of life and at all
word-35193 our blindness look for them elsewhere. This Christ declared, Matthew xxiv:
word-35223 Behold, He is in the desert, go not forth; behold, He
word-35226 in the desert, go not forth; behold, He is in the
word-35233 He is in the secret chambers, believe it not; they are
word-35243 are false prophets and false Christs."
word-35325 and diligently exercise himself in this.
word-35330 But if it should happen, as it often does, that
word-35340 that the temporal power and authorities, as they are called, should
word-35358 the Commandments of God, or hinder him from doing them, there
word-35365 from doing them, there obedience ends, and that duty is annulled.
word-35370 ends, and that duty is annulled. Here a man must say
word-35402 " We must not obey men"; for that would be wrong;
word-35407 men"; for that would be wrong; but he said: " God
word-35419 men." Thus, if a prince desired to go to war, and
word-35428 war, and his cause was manifestly unrighteous, we should not follow
word-35438 follow nor help him at all; since God has commanded that
word-35453 our neighbor, nor do him injustice. Likewise, if he bade us
word-35457 him injustice. Likewise, if he bade us bear false witness, steal,
word-35461 he bade us bear false witness, steal, lie or deceive and
word-35462 bade us bear false witness, steal, lie or deceive and the
word-35485 that God' s Commandments may stand.
word-35488 The four preceding Commandments have their works in
word-35495 have their works in the understanding, that is, they take a
word-35508 rule him and make him subject, so that he rule not
word-35533 and allow himself to be led, that pride be prevented. The
word-35553 men, that these also be killed.
word-35560 The passions of anger and revenge, of which the Fifth Commandment
word-35564 and revenge, of which the Fifth Commandment says, " Thou shalt
word-35570 says, " Thou shalt not kill." This Commandment has one work,
word-35581 which however includes many and dispels many vices, and is called
word-35587 many vices, and is called meekness. Now this is of two
word-35593 Now this is of two kinds. The one has a beautiful
word-35599 The one has a beautiful splendor, and there is nothing back
word-35638 us with words nor with deeds. Such meekness irrational animals have,
word-35641 nor with deeds. Such meekness irrational animals have, lions and snakes,
word-35642 with deeds. Such meekness irrational animals have, lions and snakes, Jews,
word-35644 Such meekness irrational animals have, lions and snakes, Jews, Turks, knaves,
word-35646 irrational animals have, lions and snakes, Jews, Turks, knaves, murderers, bad
word-35650 and snakes, Jews, Turks, knaves, murderers, bad women. These are all
word-35651 snakes, Jews, Turks, knaves, murderers, bad women. These are all content
word-35664 when men do what they want, or let them alone; and
word-35680 few who, deceived by such worthless meekness, cover over their anger
word-35701 if I were left alone." Certainly, my good man, so the
word-35719 he had his own way. Dissatisfaction and resentment overwhelm you in
word-35721 his own way. Dissatisfaction and resentment overwhelm you in order that
word-35743 are, that you may be admonished to strive after meekness and
word-35762 meekness is good through and through, that which is shown toward
word-35768 that which is shown toward opponents and enemies, does them no
word-35783 itself, does not curse nor revile, does not speak evil of
word-35813 where it is possible, it returns good for evil, speaks well
word-35839 Do good to them that despitefully use you. Pray for them
word-35849 them that persecute you and revile you." And Paul, Romans xii:
word-35875 II. Behold how this precious, excellent work has been lost
word-35888 so that nothing now everywhere prevails except strife, war, quarreling, anger,
word-35890 nothing now everywhere prevails except strife, war, quarreling, anger, hatred, envy,
word-35892 everywhere prevails except strife, war, quarreling, anger, hatred, envy, back- biting,
word-35895 strife, war, quarreling, anger, hatred, envy, back- biting, cursing, slandering, injuring,
word-35896 war, quarreling, anger, hatred, envy, back- biting, cursing, slandering, injuring, vengeance,
word-35897 quarreling, anger, hatred, envy, back- biting, cursing, slandering, injuring, vengeance, and
word-35899 hatred, envy, back- biting, cursing, slandering, injuring, vengeance, and all manner
word-35901 back- biting, cursing, slandering, injuring, vengeance, and all manner of angry
word-35931 churches, and more such spiritual finery, which God has not commanded.
word-35939 has not commanded. We shine resplendently and excessively, as if we
word-35941 commanded. We shine resplendently and excessively, as if we were the
word-35952 most holy Christians there ever were. And so because of these
word-35958 And so because of these mirrors and masks we allow God'
word-35960 because of these mirrors and masks we allow God' s Commandment
word-35976 and no one considers or examines himself, how near or how
word-36045 wickedness, that is, one who afflicts him in goods, honor, body
word-36055 body or friends, and thereby tries whether anger is still present,
word-36066 whether he can be well- disposed toward his enemy, speak well
word-36128 an exercise whereby he may curb his spirit and train his
word-36154 for him; and then, when opportunity offers, speak well of him
word-36155 him; and then, when opportunity offers, speak well of him and
word-36185 his life long, he may convict me of lying, and say
word-36193 lying, and say that my contention was wrong. But if this
word-36202 if this is what God desires, and if He will be
word-36212 be paid in no other coin, of what avail is it,
word-36215 no other coin, of what avail is it, that we busy
word-36254 is in danger of the judgment; but whosoever shall say to
word-36269 that is, all manner of invective, cursing, reviling, slandering), he shall
word-36271 all manner of invective, cursing, reviling, slandering), he shall be in
word-36272 manner of invective, cursing, reviling, slandering), he shall be in danger
word-36280 be in danger of everlasting fire." What remains then for the
word-36287 remains then for the outward act, striking, wounding, killing, injuring, etc.,
word-36288 then for the outward act, striking, wounding, killing, injuring, etc., if
word-36289 for the outward act, striking, wounding, killing, injuring, etc., if the
word-36290 the outward act, striking, wounding, killing, injuring, etc., if the thoughts
word-36303 of anger are so severely condemned?
word-36332 are the true children and heirs of God and brethren of
word-36353 He died on the holy Cross. Even so we see a
word-36361 we see a pious judge passing sentence upon the criminal with
word-36365 judge passing sentence upon the criminal with sorrow, and regretting the
word-36367 sentence upon the criminal with sorrow, and regretting the death which
word-36369 the criminal with sorrow, and regretting the death which the law
word-36375 the death which the law imposes. Here the act seems to
word-36386 be one of anger and harshness. So thoroughly good is meekness
word-36400 such works of anger it remains, nay, it torments the heart
word-36403 anger it remains, nay, it torments the heart most sorely when
word-36407 it torments the heart most sorely when it must be angry
word-36414 it must be angry and severe.
word-36419 But here we must watch, that we be not meek
word-36443 that he was the very meekest man on earth, and yet,
word-36453 yet, when the Jews had worshiped the golden calf and provoked
word-36456 Jews had worshiped the golden calf and provoked God to anger,
word-36472 to death, and thereby made atonement before God. Likewise it is
word-36491 and allow sin to have sway, and that we say nothing.
word-36503 own possessions, my honor, my injury, I must not regard, nor
word-36522 honor and Commandment we must protect, and injury or injustice to
word-36532 to our neighbor we must prevent, the magistrates with the sword,
word-36543 the rest of us with reproof and rebuke, yet always with
word-36545 of us with reproof and rebuke, yet always with pity for
word-36554 pity for those who have merited the punishment.
word-36559 This high, noble, sweet work can easily be
word-36615 however much he may have sinned; for we have sinned much
word-36658 much and drives away much vice; it is called purity, or
word-36722 the world is full of shameful works of unchastity, indecent words,
word-36726 of shameful works of unchastity, indecent words, tales and ditties, temptation
word-36728 works of unchastity, indecent words, tales and ditties, temptation to which
word-36730 unchastity, indecent words, tales and ditties, temptation to which is daily
word-36736 temptation to which is daily increased through gluttony and drunkenness, idleness
word-36743 gluttony and drunkenness, idleness and frippery. Yet we go our way
word-36753 way as if we were Christians; when we have been to
word-36770 have observed the fasts and feasts, then we think our whole
word-36798 enough to do with this one; so perilous and raging a
word-36802 this one; so perilous and raging a vice is unchastity. It
word-36806 and raging a vice is unchastity. It rages in all our
word-36812 It rages in all our members: in the thoughts of our
word-36848 and feet and all our body. To control all these requires
word-36856 all these requires labor and effort; and thus the Commandments of
word-36883 of our own strength to conceive a good work, to say
word-36891 work, to say nothing of attempting or doing it. St. Augustine
word-36902 says, that among all the conflicts of the Christian the conflict
word-36907 conflicts of the Christian the conflict of chastity is the hardest,
word-36912 conflict of chastity is the hardest, for the one reason alone,
word-36920 one reason alone, that it continues daily without ceasing, and chastity
word-36927 without ceasing, and chastity seldom prevails. This all the saints have
word-36933 This all the saints have wept over and lamented, as St.
word-36936 saints have wept over and lamented, as St. Paul does, Romans
word-36954 in my flesh, no good thing."
word-36964 of chastity is to be permanent, it will drive to many
word-36976 good works, to fasting and temperance over against gluttony and drunkenness,
word-36986 drunkenness, to watching and early rising over against laziness and excessive
word-36989 and early rising over against laziness and excessive sleep, to work
word-36999 work and labor over against idleness. For gluttony, drunkenness, lying late
word-37004 idleness. For gluttony, drunkenness, lying late abed, loafing and being without
word-37005 For gluttony, drunkenness, lying late abed, loafing and being without work
word-37006 gluttony, drunkenness, lying late abed, loafing and being without work are
word-37012 and being without work are weapons of unchastity, with which chastity
word-37035 fasting, watching and labor godly weapons, with which unchastity is mastered;
word-37038 labor godly weapons, with which unchastity is mastered; but, as has
word-37040 weapons, with which unchastity is mastered; but, as has been said
word-37058 than overcome unchastity, and not pervert nature.
word-37059 overcome unchastity, and not pervert nature.
word-37064 Above all this, the strongest defence is prayer and the
word-37065 Above all this, the strongest defence is prayer and the Word
word-37078 namely, that when evil lust stirs, a man flee to prayer,
word-37103 in it consider Christ' s sufferings. Thus says Psalm cxxxvii: "
word-37115 he be, that taketh and dasheth the little ones of Babylon
word-37123 ones of Babylon against the rock," that is, if the heart
word-37145 are yet young and just beginning; for Christ is a Rock,
word-37150 beginning; for Christ is a Rock, on which they are ground
word-37155 Rock, on which they are ground to powder and come to
word-37157 which they are ground to powder and come to naught.
word-37161 to powder and come to naught.
word-37219 purpose, although they should be arranged so as to fulfil the
word-37245 more things which should be avoided, such as soft beds and
word-37248 should be avoided, such as soft beds and clothes, that we
word-37249 be avoided, such as soft beds and clothes, that we should
word-37251 such as soft beds and clothes, that we should avoid excessive
word-37268 with members of the opposite sex, nor even look upon them,
word-37279 and whatsoever else may be conducive to chastity. In all these
word-37289 these things no one can fix a definite rule and measure.
word-37321 they help him to be chaste, that he may thus choose
word-37347 give himself up to be controlled by another, who may hold
word-37356 may hold him to such observance until he can learn to
word-37383 teach young people discipline and purity.
word-37397 is a great help, more noticeably so than in almost any
word-37417 that " faith is a girdle of the reins," that is,
word-37420 is a girdle of the reins," that is, a guard of
word-37444 grace, takes pleasure in spiritual purity; therefore he can so much
word-37454 much more easily resist fleshly impurity: and in such faith the
word-37461 in such faith the Spirit tells him of a certainty how
word-37476 thoughts and everything that is repugnant to chastity. For as the
word-37501 also does not cease its admonitions in all things that are
word-37511 are pleasing to God or displease Him; as St. John says
word-37531 teach you: for the divine anointing, that is, the Spirit of
word-37538 is, the Spirit of God, teacheth you of all things."
word-37542 God, teacheth you of all things."
word-37552 despair if we are not soon rid of the temptation, nor
word-37556 not soon rid of the temptation, nor by any means imagine
word-37583 only as an incentive and admonition to prayer, fasting, watching, laboring,
word-37595 to other exercises for the quenching of the flesh, especially to
word-37618 not precious which is at ease, but that which is at
word-37628 at war with unchastity, and fights, and without ceasing drives out
word-37636 ceasing drives out all the poison with which the flesh and
word-37652 St. Peter says, " I beseech you, abstain from fleshly desires
word-37654 says, " I beseech you, abstain from fleshly desires and lusts,
word-37659 abstain from fleshly desires and lusts, which war always against the
word-37665 which war always against the soul." And St. Paul, Romans vi,
word-37694 no one is without evil lust; but that everyone shall and
word-37709 it. But although this brings uneasiness and pain, it is none
word-37711 although this brings uneasiness and pain, it is none the less
word-37730 shall have our comfort and satisfaction. For they who think they
word-37742 an end of temptation by yielding to it, only set themselves
word-37759 for a time it is quiet, it comes again with more
word-37772 time, and finds the nature weaker than before.
word-37774 finds the nature weaker than before.
word-37799 called in German Mildigkeit, " benevolence;" which is a work ready
word-37827 and robbery, but against all stinting in temporal goods which men
word-37837 men may practise toward one another: such as greed, usury, overcharging
word-37842 another: such as greed, usury, overcharging and plating wares that sell
word-37844 as greed, usury, overcharging and plating wares that sell as solid,
word-37847 overcharging and plating wares that sell as solid, counterfeit wares, short
word-37849 plating wares that sell as solid, counterfeit wares, short measures and
word-37850 wares that sell as solid, counterfeit wares, short measures and weights,
word-37853 as solid, counterfeit wares, short measures and weights, and who could
word-37855 counterfeit wares, short measures and weights, and who could tell all
word-37862 who could tell all the ready, novel, clever tricks, which multiply
word-37863 could tell all the ready, novel, clever tricks, which multiply daily
word-37864 tell all the ready, novel, clever tricks, which multiply daily in
word-37865 all the ready, novel, clever tricks, which multiply daily in every
word-37867 ready, novel, clever tricks, which multiply daily in every trade, by
word-37884 gain through the other' s loss, and forgets the rule which
word-37919 in his trade, business, and dealings with his neighbor, he would
word-37933 he ought to buy and sell, take and give, lend and
word-37937 and sell, take and give, lend and give for nothing, promise
word-37946 nothing, promise and keep his promise, and the like. And when
word-37958 consider the world in its doings, how greed controls all business,
word-37961 in its doings, how greed controls all business, we would not
word-37977 if we would make an honorable living before God, but also
word-37986 but also be overcome with dread and fear for this perilous,
word-37991 dread and fear for this perilous, miserable life, which is so
word-37998 life, which is so exceedingly overburdened, entangled and taken captive with
word-37999 which is so exceedingly overburdened, entangled and taken captive with cares
word-38002 exceedingly overburdened, entangled and taken captive with cares of this temporal
word-38010 of this temporal life and dishonest seeking of gain.
word-38013 life and dishonest seeking of gain.
word-38032 man, who is found without blemish, who does not run after
word-38047 set his confidence in the treasures of money. Who is he?
word-38052 treasures of money. Who is he? We will praise him, that
word-38078 is found, or very few indeed." Yea, they are very few
word-38109 its shame, which is called provision for the body and natural
word-38121 under cover of which it accumulates wealth beyond all limits and
word-38129 all limits and is never satisfied; so that he who would
word-38140 in this matter keep himself clean, must truly, as he says,
word-38168 do good works, but even miracles, which God may praise and
word-38176 may praise and be pleased with, what need has he to
word-38183 need has he to look elsewhere? Let him take heed to
word-38238 then he is the true, generous, wonderworking, happy man, as Job
word-38239 he is the true, generous, wonderworking, happy man, as Job xxxi
word-38244 wonderworking, happy man, as Job xxxi says: " I have never
word-38249 says: " I have never yet: relied upon gold, and never
word-38250 " I have never yet: relied upon gold, and never yet
word-38261 made gold my hope and confidence." And Psalm lxii: " If
word-38267 Psalm lxii: " If riches increase, set not your heart upon
word-38293 shall eat and drink and wherewithal we shall be clothed, since
word-38297 and wherewithal we shall be clothed, since God cares for this,
word-38333 chicken will fly into your mouth!" I do not say that
word-38347 not labor and seek a living; but he shall not worry,
word-38352 living; but he shall not worry, not be greedy, not despair,
word-38371 in Adam we are all condemned to labor, when God says
word-38383 Genesis iii, " In the sweat of thy face shalt thou
word-38386 In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread." And
word-38398 " As the birds to flying, so is man born unto
word-38404 so is man born unto labor." Now the birds fly without
word-38422 should labor without worry and greed; but if you do worry
word-38431 do worry and are greedy, wishing that the roasted chicken fly
word-38439 roasted chicken fly into your mouth: worry and be greedy, and
word-38456 God' s Commandment and be saved!
word-38485 that a man should be greedy and worry? He must be
word-38487 man should be greedy and worry? He must be sure beyond
word-38533 however much he may give away. For his God, Whom he
word-38557 xxxvii: " I have been young, and now am old; never
word-38561 been young, and now am old; never have I seen a
word-38577 that is a righteous man, forsaken, or his child begging bread."
word-38581 man, forsaken, or his child begging bread." Therefore the Apostle calls
word-38606 does not trust God for anything, expects more good from its
word-38607 not trust God for anything, expects more good from its money
word-38658 here every one most surely feels that the cause of covetousness
word-38665 the cause of covetousness is distrust and the cause of liberality
word-38699 other hand, a man is covetous and worries because he does
word-38720 the master- workman and the doer of the good work of
word-38726 of the good work of liberality, so it is also in
word-38748 no worth, but rather a careless squandering of money.
word-38749 worth, but rather a careless squandering of money.
word-38764 know that this liberality shall extend even to enemies and opponents.
word-38769 extend even to enemies and opponents. For what manner of good
word-38781 is that, if we are liberal only to our friends? As
word-38785 are liberal only to our friends? As Christ teaches, Luke vi,
word-38802 to another who is his friend. Besides, the brute beasts also
word-38805 is his friend. Besides, the brute beasts also do good and
word-38806 his friend. Besides, the brute beasts also do good and are
word-38815 and are generous to their kind. Therefore a Christian must rise
word-38828 his liberality serve also the undeserving, evil- doers, enemies, and the
word-38829 liberality serve also the undeserving, evil- doers, enemies, and the ungrateful,
word-38851 good and evil, and the rain to fall on the grateful
word-38856 rain to fall on the grateful and ungrateful.
word-38858 fall on the grateful and ungrateful.
word-38880 God' s Commandment, how nature squirms, twists and writhes in its
word-38881 s Commandment, how nature squirms, twists and writhes in its opposition
word-38883 how nature squirms, twists and writhes in its opposition to it,
word-38898 good works of its own choice easily and gladly. Therefore take
word-38901 its own choice easily and gladly. Therefore take your enemies, the
word-38970 same as if you had stolen what belonged to him, for
word-38972 if you had stolen what belonged to him, for you owed
word-38990 St. Ambrose, " Feed the hungry; if you do not feed
word-39004 as far as you are concerned, slain him." And in this
word-39041 see to it that the vagabonds, pilgrims and mendicants from foreign
word-39042 to it that the vagabonds, pilgrims and mendicants from foreign lands
word-39044 that the vagabonds, pilgrims and mendicants from foreign lands be debarred,
word-39046 vagabonds, pilgrims and mendicants from foreign lands be debarred, or at
word-39049 mendicants from foreign lands be debarred, or at least allowed only
word-39056 at least allowed only under restrictions and rules, so that knaves
word-39058 allowed only under restrictions and rules, so that knaves be not
word-39064 so that knaves be not permitted to run at large under
word-39071 run at large under the guise of mendicants, and their knavery,
word-39073 large under the guise of mendicants, and their knavery, of which
word-39084 there now is much, be prohibited. I have spoken at greater
word-39143 the work of that small member, the tongue, and is called
word-39151 and is called in German Wahrheit sagen, " telling the truth"
word-39155 Wahrheit sagen, " telling the truth" and, where there is need,
word-39161 and, where there is need, gainsaying lies; so that it forbids
word-39162 where there is need, gainsaying lies; so that it forbids many
word-39187 which are committed by keeping silent. By speaking, when a man
word-39196 a man has an unjust law- suit, and wants to prove
word-39197 man has an unjust law- suit, and wants to prove and
word-39215 catch his neighbor with subtilty, produce everything that strengthens and furthers
word-39223 strengthens and furthers his own cause, and withhold and discount everything
word-39225 furthers his own cause, and withhold and discount everything that furthers
word-39227 own cause, and withhold and discount everything that furthers his neighbor'
word-39235 furthers his neighbor' s good cause; in doing which he does
word-39263 do for the sake of gain, some to avoid loss or
word-39285 and excuse themselves by saying: Vigilanti jura subveniunt, " the law
word-39286 excuse themselves by saying: Vigilanti jura subveniunt, " the law helps
word-39293 the law helps him who watches"; just as if it were
word-39317 for their own. Thus they intentionally allow their neighbor' s cause
word-39332 they know that it is just. This evil is at present
word-39344 common that I fear no court is held and no suit
word-39349 court is held and no suit tried but that one side
word-39354 suit tried but that one side sins against this Commandment. And
word-39364 And even when they cannot accomplish it, they yet have the
word-39392 and their unjust cause to prosper. This sin is most frequent
word-39403 when the opponent is a prominent man or an enemy. For
word-39417 to revenge himself on his enemy: but the ill will of
word-39426 will of a man of prominence he does not wish to
word-39439 himself; and then begins the flattering and fawning, or, on the
word-39441 then begins the flattering and fawning, or, on the other hand,
word-39448 on the other hand, the withholding of the truth. Here no
word-39464 the risk of disfavor and displeasure, loss and danger for the
word-39472 danger for the truth' s sake; and so God' s Commandment
word-39484 perish. And this is almost universally the way of the world.
word-39523 themselves to be silenced and swerved aside from the truth by
word-39531 the truth by presents and gifts! so that in all places
word-39560 II. There is a second bearing of witness to the truth,
word-39578 must fight against the evil spirits; and this concerns not temporal
word-39608 to endure, and always so manages that the great among men,
word-39651 forsaken to maintain his just cause."
word-39660 is true, has now become infrequent; but that is the fault
word-39669 the fault of the spiritual prelates, who do not stir up
word-39684 it perish, and so have abandoned the very thing because of
word-39692 thing because of which such witnessing and persecution should arise; and
word-39694 of which such witnessing and persecution should arise; and in its
word-39696 such witnessing and persecution should arise; and in its place they
word-39719 the devil also does not stir, since by vanquishing the Gospel
word-39722 does not stir, since by vanquishing the Gospel he has also
word-39728 the Gospel he has also vanquished faith in Christ, and everything
word-39737 and everything goes as he wishes. But if the Gospel should
word-39744 if the Gospel should be stirred up and be heard again,
word-39757 the whole world would be aroused and moved, and the greater
word-39759 world would be aroused and moved, and the greater portion of
word-39769 of the kings, princes, bishops, doctors and clergy, and all that
word-39781 great, would oppose it and rage against it, as has always
word-39787 against it, as has always happened when the Word of God
word-39796 of God has come to light; for the world cannot endure
word-39841 Him, but persecuted Him more cruelly than all others who had
word-39907 Many of them shall be offended in Me." Yea, if this
word-39915 Yea, if this truth were attacked by peasants, herdsmen, stable- boys
word-39917 this truth were attacked by peasants, herdsmen, stable- boys and men
word-39918 truth were attacked by peasants, herdsmen, stable- boys and men of
word-39925 boys and men of no standing, who would not be willing
word-39958 kings attack it, all men flee, keep silent, dissemble, in order
word-39961 all men flee, keep silent, dissemble, in order that they may
word-40004 are, there is also a bold, defiant, fearless heart, that ventures
word-40005 there is also a bold, defiant, fearless heart, that ventures and
word-40009 bold, defiant, fearless heart, that ventures and stands by the truth,
word-40020 though it cost life or cloak, though it be against pope
word-40027 it be against pope or kings; as we see that the
word-40034 we see that the martyrs did. For such a heart is
word-40040 For such a heart is satisfied and rests easy because it
word-40053 gracious, loving God. Therefore it despises all the favor, grace, goods
word-40078 in Psalm xv: " He contemneth them that contemn God, and
word-40081 " He contemneth them that contemn God, and honoreth them that
word-40084 them that contemn God, and honoreth them that fear the Lord";
word-40089 honoreth them that fear the Lord"; that is, the tyrants, the
word-40093 the Lord"; that is, the tyrants, the mighty, who persecute the
word-40095 that is, the tyrants, the mighty, who persecute the truth and
word-40137 than men, to these he clings, these he defends, these he
word-40140 these he clings, these he defends, these he honors, let it
word-40146 these he honors, let it vex whom it may; as it
word-40149 let it vex whom it may; as it is written of
word-40156 it is written of Moses, Hebrews xi, that he stood by
word-40157 is written of Moses, Hebrews xi, that he stood by his
word-40170 of the mighty king of Egypt.
word-40201 has courage to do this work: so entirely are all works
word-40207 so entirely are all works comprised in faith, as has now
word-40231 the form and name they bear. For as no one does
word-40267 other Commandment without the same faith: thus every one may easily
word-40278 by this Commandment test and weigh himself whether he be a
word-40299 is doing good works or no. Now we see how the
word-40356 in Him, follow Him and abide in Him forever; as He
word-40359 Him and abide in Him forever; as He says, John xiv:
word-40373 Way, the Truth and the Life,"— the Way, in which we
word-40402 all this it is now manifest that all other works, which
word-40415 commanded, are perilous and easily known: such as building churches, beautifying
word-40420 known: such as building churches, beautifying them, making pilgrimages, and all
word-40435 so great length in the Canon Law and has misled and
word-40448 world and ruined it, made uneasy consciences, silenced and weakened faith,
word-40452 made uneasy consciences, silenced and weakened faith, and has not said
word-40513 those that are necessary and commanded?
word-40534 temporal goods, are clear in themselves; these evil desires do no
word-40547 our neighbor, and yet they continue unto the grave, and the
word-40550 yet they continue unto the grave, and the strife in us
word-40558 strife in us against them endures unto death; therefore these two
word-40574 St. Paul into one, Romans vii, and are set as a
word-40580 and are set as a goal unto which we do not
word-40586 unto which we do not attain, and only in our thoughts
word-40611 felt in himself no evil inclination, especially when occasion and temptation
word-40644 by nature, and may be checked, but not entirely uprooted, except
word-40648 be checked, but not entirely uprooted, except through the death of
word-40667 and a thing to be desired. To this may God help
word-40674 this may God help us. Amen.
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