Martin Luther on Gospel Love vs. Law Fear - Lutheran (1 John 4:18)
"The law creates fear—fear of punishment, fear of failure. The gospel creates love—security in grace, rest in Christ. Perfect love is the gospel's gift: knowing...
This is theological quotes on law and gospel for adults, drawing on 1 John 4:18. It carries an emotional tone of love, trust and peace.
"The law creates fear—fear of punishment, fear of failure. The gospel creates love—security in grace, rest in Christ. Perfect love is the gospel's gift: knowing our sins are forgiven, knowing we are accepted, we fear no judgment. Grace casts out what law could never remove." — Martin Luther. Lutheran: gospel love.
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