When Martin Luther translated Romans 3:28 as “justified by faith alone, apart from works of the law,” critics accused him of altering Scripture. The word alone wasn’t in the Greek text—so why did Luther include it?

In this Midweek Meditation, Pastor Matt Doebler of Trinity Lutheran Church (Norfolk, VA) explores Luther’s bold translation choice and how it reveals the heart of the Reformation: that we are made right with God by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.

As we prepare to celebrate Reformation Day, we remember Luther’s courage to speak the Gospel clearly—so that all might know the comfort of Christ’s finished work.

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