Amen! Also, on faith as a gift, see Luther's Small Catechism, third article of the Creed: what does it mean to say "I believe in the Holy Spirit.." It means, "I believe I cannot by my own effort or understanding believe...but the Holy Spirit has called me through the Gospel....and kept me in true faith" Thanks for a graceful, not to mention interesting, sermon.
Amen! Also, on faith as a gift, see Luther's Small Catechism, third article of the Creed: what does it mean to say "I believe in the Holy Spirit.." It means, "I believe I cannot by my own effort or understanding believe...but the Holy Spirit has called me through the Gospel....and kept me in true faith" Thanks for a graceful, not to mention interesting, sermon.