Indulgence Controversy
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In 1517, Martin Luther wrote his 95 Theses and posted them to the Castle Church door in Wittenberg. What concerns drove him to do this? Today, R.C. Sproul navigates the controversy surrounding Johann Tetzel and the selling of indulgences. Get the Paperback Book and the Full 'Luther and the Reformation' Digital Teaching Series for Your Gift of Any Amount: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/2935/luther-and-the-reformation Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind.org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources. A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
Released on 27 Oct 2023
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