We introduce the Smalcald Articles, a document with a significantly different tone than the Augsburg Confession and its Apology (Defense) . We will begin by setting the historical context, covering the founding and purpose of the Schmalkaldic League League, the political side of things with Emperor Charles V, and the state of Martin Luther's health at this time. We also will cover the first Part of the Smalcald Articles.Part I - The Divine MajestyArticle I - The Nature of GodArticle II - The FatherArticle III - The SonArticle IV - The Work of SalvationPart II - Office and Work of JesusArticle I - First and Chief ArticleArticle II - Of the Mass.Article III - Of Chapters and Cloisters.Article IV - Of the Papacy.Part IIIArticle I - Of Sin.Article II - Of the Law.Article III - Of Repentance.Article IV - Of the Gospel.Article V - Of Baptism.Article VI - Of the Sacrament of the Altar.Article VII - Of the Keys.Article VIII - Of Confession.Article IX - Of Excommunication.Article X - Of Ordination.Article XI - Of the Marriage of Priests.Article XII - Of the Church.Article XIII - Of Good Works.Article XIV - Of Monastic Vows .Article XV - Of Human Tradition.https://www.castingnetspod.org/Song: LegendaryMusic by: CreatorMix.com