Was Martin Luther an Extreme “Faith Alone” Antinomian?

Was Martin Luther an Extreme “Faith Alone” Antinomian?

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Summary: While rejecting works-based salvation, Martin Luther passionately affirmed that genuine faith must produce good works, and he fiercely opposed the heresy of antinomianism.

Was Martin Luther an antinomian who believed Christians could sin freely without consequence? In this myth-busting exposé, Catholic apologist Dave Armstrong uncovers what Luther actually taught about faith and works—and it’s not what many Catholics (or Protestants) assume. With precise citations from Luther’s Large Catechism, Smalcald Articles, and more, Dave reveals ten powerful quotes proving that Luther’s theology of faith and works has far more in common with Catholic teaching than his critics admit. This is a must-watch for anyone who wants to speak truthfully about the Reformer and build bridges in the faith vs. works debate.

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Related Luther Treatise

Martin Luther, On the Councils and the Church (1539), translated by C. B. Smith (London: William Edward Painter, 1847), pp. 152-153 cited. 

My Books on Martin Luther

Martin Luther: Catholic Critical Analysis and Praise (my book, April 2008, 264 pages; available in paperback or for only $2.99 as an e-book)

The “Catholic” Luther : An Ecumenical Collection of His “Traditional” Utterances (my book, Dec. 2014, 166 pages; available only as an e-book, for $3.99; see details at the link)

My Web Pages on Martin Luther & Lutheranism
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Lutheranism: Catholic Critique 

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