Podcasts about Eisleben

“Von Arbeit stirbt kein Mensch. Aber von Ledig- und Müßiggehen kommen die Leute um Leib und Leben; denn der Mensch ist zur Arbeit geboren wie der Vogel zum Fliegen” Martin Luther Martin Luther (1483–1546) war ein deutscher Theologe, Mönch und Reformator, der eine zentrale Rolle in der protestantischen Reformation spielte. Er wurde in Eisleben geboren und studierte zunächst Jura, bevor er Mönch im Augustinerorden wurde. Luther erlangte Berühmtheit, als er am 31. Oktober 1517 seine 95 Thesen an die Tür der Schlosskirche zu Wittenberg anschlug. In diesen Thesen kritisierte er den Ablasshandel, bei dem die katholische Kirche Gläubigen versprach, durch den Kauf von Ablassbriefen ihre Sündenstrafen zu verkürzen. Er stellte die Autorität des Papstes in Frage und forderte eine Rückkehr zur Bibel als der zentralen Quelle des christlichen Glaubens. Einige der wichtigsten Überzeugungen Luthers waren: Rechtfertigung allein durch den Glauben (sola fide): Luther glaubte, dass der Mensch nur durch den Glauben an Jesus Christus und nicht durch gute Werke oder kirchliche Riten gerettet wird. Die Bibel als einzige Autorität (sola scriptura): Er betonte, dass allein die Schrift die Grundlage des Glaubens sein sollte, nicht kirchliche Traditionen oder päpstliche Dekrete. Das Priestertum aller Gläubigen: Luther lehrte, dass jeder Gläubige direkten Zugang zu Gott habe, ohne die Vermittlung eines Priesters. Seine Ansichten führten zu seiner Exkommunikation durch Papst Leo X. im Jahr 1521 und zu einem Reichstag in Worms, wo er sich weigerte, seine Schriften zu widerrufen. Dies führte zur Spaltung der westlichen Kirche in katholische und protestantische Gruppen. Die von ihm inspirierte Bewegung führte zur Gründung der lutherischen Kirchen, einer der wichtigsten Zweige des Protestantismus. Luther übersetzte auch die Bibel ins Deutsche, was die Verbreitung der Heiligen Schrift für Laien erleichterte und die Entwicklung der deutschen Sprache förderte. Luthers Ideen hatten weitreichende Auswirkungen auf Religion, Politik und Gesellschaft in Europa und darüber hinaus. Quelle: ChatGPT Fragen? Schreib an: bibelverse@christliche-gewohnheiten.de

“Ein Schluck Wasser oder Bier vertreibt den Durst, ein Stück Brot den Hunger, Christus vertreibt den Tod.” Martin Luther Martin Luther (1483–1546) war ein deutscher Theologe, Mönch und Reformator, der eine zentrale Rolle in der protestantischen Reformation spielte. Er wurde in Eisleben geboren und studierte zunächst Jura, bevor er Mönch im Augustinerorden wurde. Luther erlangte Berühmtheit, als er am 31. Oktober 1517 seine 95 Thesen an die Tür der Schlosskirche zu Wittenberg anschlug. In diesen Thesen kritisierte er den Ablasshandel, bei dem die katholische Kirche Gläubigen versprach, durch den Kauf von Ablassbriefen ihre Sündenstrafen zu verkürzen. Er stellte die Autorität des Papstes in Frage und forderte eine Rückkehr zur Bibel als der zentralen Quelle des christlichen Glaubens. Einige der wichtigsten Überzeugungen Luthers waren: Rechtfertigung allein durch den Glauben (sola fide): Luther glaubte, dass der Mensch nur durch den Glauben an Jesus Christus und nicht durch gute Werke oder kirchliche Riten gerettet wird. Die Bibel als einzige Autorität (sola scriptura): Er betonte, dass allein die Schrift die Grundlage des Glaubens sein sollte, nicht kirchliche Traditionen oder päpstliche Dekrete. Das Priestertum aller Gläubigen: Luther lehrte, dass jeder Gläubige direkten Zugang zu Gott habe, ohne die Vermittlung eines Priesters. Seine Ansichten führten zu seiner Exkommunikation durch Papst Leo X. im Jahr 1521 und zu einem Reichstag in Worms, wo er sich weigerte, seine Schriften zu widerrufen. Dies führte zur Spaltung der westlichen Kirche in katholische und protestantische Gruppen. Die von ihm inspirierte Bewegung führte zur Gründung der lutherischen Kirchen, einer der wichtigsten Zweige des Protestantismus. Luther übersetzte auch die Bibel ins Deutsche, was die Verbreitung der Heiligen Schrift für Laien erleichterte und die Entwicklung der deutschen Sprache förderte. Luthers Ideen hatten weitreichende Auswirkungen auf Religion, Politik und Gesellschaft in Europa und darüber hinaus. Quelle: ChatGPT Fragen? Schreib an: bibelverse@christliche-gewohnheiten.de

“Reichtum ist das geringste Ding auf Erden und das allerkleinste Geschenk, das Gott dem Menschen geben kann. Darum gibt unser Herrgott gewöhnlich Reichtum den groben Eseln, denen er sonst nichts gönnt.” Martin Luther Martin Luther (1483–1546) war ein deutscher Theologe, Mönch und Reformator, der eine zentrale Rolle in der protestantischen Reformation spielte. Er wurde in Eisleben geboren und studierte zunächst Jura, bevor er Mönch im Augustinerorden wurde. Luther erlangte Berühmtheit, als er am 31. Oktober 1517 seine 95 Thesen an die Tür der Schlosskirche zu Wittenberg anschlug. In diesen Thesen kritisierte er den Ablasshandel, bei dem die katholische Kirche Gläubigen versprach, durch den Kauf von Ablassbriefen ihre Sündenstrafen zu verkürzen. Er stellte die Autorität des Papstes in Frage und forderte eine Rückkehr zur Bibel als der zentralen Quelle des christlichen Glaubens. Einige der wichtigsten Überzeugungen Luthers waren: Rechtfertigung allein durch den Glauben (sola fide): Luther glaubte, dass der Mensch nur durch den Glauben an Jesus Christus und nicht durch gute Werke oder kirchliche Riten gerettet wird. Die Bibel als einzige Autorität (sola scriptura): Er betonte, dass allein die Schrift die Grundlage des Glaubens sein sollte, nicht kirchliche Traditionen oder päpstliche Dekrete. Das Priestertum aller Gläubigen: Luther lehrte, dass jeder Gläubige direkten Zugang zu Gott habe, ohne die Vermittlung eines Priesters. Seine Ansichten führten zu seiner Exkommunikation durch Papst Leo X. im Jahr 1521 und zu einem Reichstag in Worms, wo er sich weigerte, seine Schriften zu widerrufen. Dies führte zur Spaltung der westlichen Kirche in katholische und protestantische Gruppen. Die von ihm inspirierte Bewegung führte zur Gründung der lutherischen Kirchen, einer der wichtigsten Zweige des Protestantismus. Luther übersetzte auch die Bibel ins Deutsche, was die Verbreitung der Heiligen Schrift für Laien erleichterte und die Entwicklung der deutschen Sprache förderte. Luthers Ideen hatten weitreichende Auswirkungen auf Religion, Politik und Gesellschaft in Europa und darüber hinaus. Quelle: ChatGPT Fragen? Schreib an: bibelverse@christliche-gewohnheiten.de

“Glaube ist eine lebendige, verwegene Zuversicht auf Gottes Gnade. Uns solche Zuversicht macht fröhlich, mutig und voll Lust zu Gott und allen Geschöpfen” Martin Luther Martin Luther (1483–1546) war ein deutscher Theologe, Mönch und Reformator, der eine zentrale Rolle in der protestantischen Reformation spielte. Er wurde in Eisleben geboren und studierte zunächst Jura, bevor er Mönch im Augustinerorden wurde. Luther erlangte Berühmtheit, als er am 31. Oktober 1517 seine 95 Thesen an die Tür der Schlosskirche zu Wittenberg anschlug. In diesen Thesen kritisierte er den Ablasshandel, bei dem die katholische Kirche Gläubigen versprach, durch den Kauf von Ablassbriefen ihre Sündenstrafen zu verkürzen. Er stellte die Autorität des Papstes in Frage und forderte eine Rückkehr zur Bibel als der zentralen Quelle des christlichen Glaubens. Einige der wichtigsten Überzeugungen Luthers waren: Rechtfertigung allein durch den Glauben (sola fide): Luther glaubte, dass der Mensch nur durch den Glauben an Jesus Christus und nicht durch gute Werke oder kirchliche Riten gerettet wird. Die Bibel als einzige Autorität (sola scriptura): Er betonte, dass allein die Schrift die Grundlage des Glaubens sein sollte, nicht kirchliche Traditionen oder päpstliche Dekrete. Das Priestertum aller Gläubigen: Luther lehrte, dass jeder Gläubige direkten Zugang zu Gott habe, ohne die Vermittlung eines Priesters. Seine Ansichten führten zu seiner Exkommunikation durch Papst Leo X. im Jahr 1521 und zu einem Reichstag in Worms, wo er sich weigerte, seine Schriften zu widerrufen. Dies führte zur Spaltung der westlichen Kirche in katholische und protestantische Gruppen. Die von ihm inspirierte Bewegung führte zur Gründung der lutherischen Kirchen, einer der wichtigsten Zweige des Protestantismus. Luther übersetzte auch die Bibel ins Deutsche, was die Verbreitung der Heiligen Schrift für Laien erleichterte und die Entwicklung der deutschen Sprache förderte. Luthers Ideen hatten weitreichende Auswirkungen auf Religion, Politik und Gesellschaft in Europa und darüber hinaus. Quelle: ChatGPT Fragen? Schreib an: bibelverse@christliche-gewohnheiten.de

“Das Evangelium macht Christen, aber man siehts ihnen nicht an den Kleidern an, sondern an den Werken der Liebe.” Martin Luther Martin Luther (1483–1546) war ein deutscher Theologe, Mönch und Reformator, der eine zentrale Rolle in der protestantischen Reformation spielte. Er wurde in Eisleben geboren und studierte zunächst Jura, bevor er Mönch im Augustinerorden wurde. Luther erlangte Berühmtheit, als er am 31. Oktober 1517 seine 95 Thesen an die Tür der Schlosskirche zu Wittenberg anschlug. In diesen Thesen kritisierte er den Ablasshandel, bei dem die katholische Kirche Gläubigen versprach, durch den Kauf von Ablassbriefen ihre Sündenstrafen zu verkürzen. Er stellte die Autorität des Papstes in Frage und forderte eine Rückkehr zur Bibel als der zentralen Quelle des christlichen Glaubens. Einige der wichtigsten Überzeugungen Luthers waren: Rechtfertigung allein durch den Glauben (sola fide): Luther glaubte, dass der Mensch nur durch den Glauben an Jesus Christus und nicht durch gute Werke oder kirchliche Riten gerettet wird. Die Bibel als einzige Autorität (sola scriptura): Er betonte, dass allein die Schrift die Grundlage des Glaubens sein sollte, nicht kirchliche Traditionen oder päpstliche Dekrete. Das Priestertum aller Gläubigen: Luther lehrte, dass jeder Gläubige direkten Zugang zu Gott habe, ohne die Vermittlung eines Priesters. Seine Ansichten führten zu seiner Exkommunikation durch Papst Leo X. im Jahr 1521 und zu einem Reichstag in Worms, wo er sich weigerte, seine Schriften zu widerrufen. Dies führte zur Spaltung der westlichen Kirche in katholische und protestantische Gruppen. Die von ihm inspirierte Bewegung führte zur Gründung der lutherischen Kirchen, einer der wichtigsten Zweige des Protestantismus. Luther übersetzte auch die Bibel ins Deutsche, was die Verbreitung der Heiligen Schrift für Laien erleichterte und die Entwicklung der deutschen Sprache förderte. Luthers Ideen hatten weitreichende Auswirkungen auf Religion, Politik und Gesellschaft in Europa und darüber hinaus. Quelle: ChatGPT Fragen? Schreib an: bibelverse@christliche-gewohnheiten.de

Ask God to help you spread the truth of Salvation, that it comes as a gift from God through faith and not through anything we do ourselves to attain it. SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts:Your Daily Prayer: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-prayer/Your Daily Bible Verse: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/ Full Transcript Below Remembering Reformation Day  (700 words)  by Lynette Kittle “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God”-- Ephesians 2:8 Some may wonder what Reformation Day is all about and why it is considered such a big deal in Church history. Commemorated on the same day as Halloween, why should we as Christians take time to remember it?  Who's Behind the Reformation? Born November 10, 1483, in Eisleben, Germany, Martin Luther grew up to be the catalyst for the Reformation. A thunderstorm is accredited to beginning his spiritual journey in 1505, while he was studying law at the University of Erfurt.  Some may call his experience a crisis of faith, where a bolt of lightning striking near him, terrified him to the point of making a deal with God for divine protection by promising St. Anne he would become a monk if she would graciously spare his life. Even though Luther's father, a hard working miner, strongly disapproved, Luther diligently pursued becoming a monk. Intense in his pursuit of holiness, Luther whipped himself raw in an attempt to appease the wrath of a holy God and feel worthy and deserving enough to go to heaven. As well, he regularly confessed his sins for up to six hours a day.  During Luther's zealous studying of the Scriptures, the Holy Spirit revealed to him that the just shall live by faith and that none of his self-afflictions would justify him before God but only come through faith in Jesus Christ. How Did the Reformation Begin? With Luther's revelation concerning Salvation, came his disillusionment with the errors in the Church's teaching and practices, involving selling indulgences to raise money and convincing individuals that their giving of money for their deceased relatives could release them from purgatory. With hopes of sparking an academic debate and reform, on October 31, 1517, Luther wrote 95 theses against this revenue-generating scheme, along with other abuses he discovered within the Church, nailing his document on the Wittenberg, Germany, Cathedral door for all to see, a common practice at the time. But the Church didn't approve of Luther spreading his findings via the newly invented printing press and wasn't open to his corrections. Still his ideas spread throughout Germany, stirring up much controversy, which led to the Church Council in 1521 demanding Luther recant his thesis.  Luther Ushers in the Reformation However, Luther refused to recant his thesis, writing, “Unless I am convinced by the testimony of the Holy Scriptures or by evident reason—for I can believe neither pope nor councils alone, as it is clear that they have erred repeatedly and contradicted themselves—I consider myself convicted by the testimony of Holy Scripture, which is my bases: my conscience is captive to the Word of God. Thus, I cannot and will not recant, because acting against one's conscience is neither safe nor sound. God help me. Amen.” Luther's refusal to recant cost him dearly, leading to his being excommunicated from the Catholic Church in 1521 by Pope Leo X. His unwavering stand led him to be declared an outlaw and heretic, causing him to run for his life and find refuge with Fredrick the Wise at Wartburg Castle under an assumed name and disguise.  During his time there, Luther translated the Bible into German, which helped him to put the written word of God into the hands of the common people. His actions ushered in a new era referred to as the Reformation, of placing God's Word in the hands of individuals and giving birth to the Protestant Churches. Luther's efforts gave individuals the opportunity to read the Bible for themselves, leading to many lives being transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He understood how people need to read and study God's Word on their own, believing wholeheartedly what 2 Timothy 3:16, teaches: “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” Intersecting Faith & Life: Ask God to help you spread the truth of Salvation, that it comes as a gift from God through faith and not through anything we do ourselves to attain it. Further Reading: 6 Reasons Christians Should Celebrate Reformation Day https://www.crosswalk.com/slideshows/reasons-christians-should-celebrate-reformation-day.html Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

1983 - anlässlich des 500. Geburtstags Martin Luthers - begab sich der renommierte Radio-Essayist Horst Krüger auf eine Reise zu Luthers Wirkungsstätten – nach Erfurt, Eisleben, Wittenberg und Eisenach. Die Reise führte Krüger damals noch in ein anderes Land, in die DDR. Horst Krüger folgt Luthers Lebensstationen von Ort zu Ort und beschreibt dabei auch ein Stück DDR-Vergangenheit. Der Reisende ist aber vor allem auf der Suche nach Luther selbst, dem Menschen hinter dem Mythos. Sprecher: Der Autor Regie: Klaus Lindemann Redaktion: Barbara Enturp Produktion: SFB; DLF; BR; SWF 1983

Das „Oktoberfest des Ostens“ ist die Eisleber Wiese. Das größte Volksfest Mitteldeutschlands ist streng genommen keine Sage und kein Mythos, aber eine Legende!

Unser heutiger Gast ist Direktor der Luther Museen in Wittenberg, Eisleben und Mansfeld und als Herausgeber und Autor zahlreicher wissenschaftlicher Publikationen, Sammelbänden sowie diverser Schriften zu Reformation und Bauernkrieg ein echter Experte auf seinem Gebiet. Anlässlich des 500. Jahrestages des Bauernkriegs hat Luca mit Dr. Thomas T. Müller über dieses Thema und die neue Ausstellung gesprochen!

Of the many roles women undertake in their lifetime, the act of caregiving stands out as one of the most universal and demanding. The Institute on Aging reports that women make up roughly 75% of caregivers and typically dedicate up to 50% more time to caregiving duties compared to their male counterparts. It appears that being a woman—whether you're a daughter, daughter-in-law, distant relative, or simply a friend—often means taking on the responsibilities of caregiving with family and friends.Caregiving comes with a host of challenging effects. Absorbing the financial costs associated with caregiving is often problematic. Time away from work for medical appointments, along with the expenses associated with medications, necessary medical equipment, and the hiring of supplementary private care to alleviate the primary caregiver's duties, can be financially overwhelming. Beyond the monetary impacts, caregiving can also lead to severe emotional and physical fatigue. And as the baby boomer population prefers to age in their own homes, the demand for more comprehensive aid and support from caregivers escalates.Join us as we welcome Lauren Eisleben, Clinical Director at IMF Counseling. Lauren brings her extensive experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor to the “Family and Friends Groups” aimed at supporting caregivers. With her specialized knowledge in aiding those who care for individuals with chronic illnesses, mental health issues, substance use, and eating disorders, Lauren provides invaluable guidance. Her compassionate approach not only recognizes the challenges caregivers face, but she also offers empathetic, constructive advice to caregivers and those who support them.Show notes:To learn more about Lauren Eisleben, go to: https://imfcounseling.com/therapists/lauren-eislebenCaregiver Support Groups: https://caringbridge.org/resources/caregiver-support-groupsThe Emotional Cost of Caregiving: https://online.simmons.edu/blog/emotional-cost-of-caregivingCaregiver Bill of Rights: https://www.caregiver.org/resource/caregivers-bill-rightsCaregiving Is Crucial: How To Support Caregivers And Why It Matters So Much:https://www.forbes.com/sites/tracybrower/2021/08/14/caregiving-is-crucial-how-to-support-

In Sachsen-Anhalt hat die AfD zeitweise Hilfen für das Theater Eisleben blockiert. Sie kritisiert, dass Mitarbeiter gegen Rechts demonstriert haben. Gibt es ein Neutralitätsgebot für öffentlich finanzierte Institutionen?

Ottersbach, Niklaswww.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Fazit

In Sachsen-Anhalt verweigert die AfD dem Eilslebener Theater die Rettung: Mitarbeiter sollen gegen rechts demonstriert haben. Der Partei schwebe ein Theater vor, das sich Konflikten nicht stellen soll, sagt Sozialwissenschaftler David Begrich. Ottersbach, Niklaswww.deutschlandfunk.de, Kultur heute

James and Andrew dive into the Reformational distinction of Law and Gospel followed by a discussion on the 'uses' of the Law as they appear in Calvin's Institutes and in Luther's thought. Shownotes: The quotations on the three uses of the Law from Calvin are from Ford Lewis Battle's translation of Institutes of the Christian Religion Book 2, Chapter 7  Andrew brought up Luther's disputes with the Antinomians and quoted Luther from the book Only the Decalogue is Eternal: Martin Luther's Complete Antinomian Theses and Disputations from Lutheran press (translated by Holger Sonntag) For further reading on the early development of the concept of a 'third use' in Lutheranism, Andrew mentioned the book Law and Gospel: Philip Melanchthon's Debate with John Agricola of Eisleben over Poenitentia by Timothy Wengert.    

Fischer, Ulrichwww.deutschlandfunkkultur.de, Rang 1

Walking with the Saints l St. Gertrude the Great, Patron Saint of the West Indies, Peru and Mexico l November 16 Do you pray for the souls in Purgatory? We must pray for them so that they can enter Heaven at once. The holy souls are also praying for us even if we do no ask them. St. Gertrude, our Saint for today loved to pray for the holy souls. Gertrude was born on January 6, 1256 in Eisleben, Thuringia of the Roman Empire. Orphaned at the age of four she was admitted at the school of the nuns as a student. Gertrude was confided to the care of Mechtilde, younger sister of the Abbess, also named Gertrude. The young Gertrude later joined the monastic community in 1266. She received a thorough education, knowing in fact the Scripture, the Fathers of the Church and the writings of some saints like St. Gregory the Great and St. Bernard of Clairvaux. She was fluent in Latin and well-versed in rhetoric. In 1281, at the age of 25, she experienced the first of a series of visions that continued throughout her life. Gertrude devoted herself strongly to personal prayer and meditation, and began writing spiritual treatises though only some survive today. The longest survival is the  The Herald of Divine Love or The Herald of God's Loving-Kindness, and her collection of Spiritual Exercises. A work known as Gertrudian Prayers is a later compilation, made up partly of extracts from the writings of Gertrude and partly of prayers composed in her style. It is also very possible that Gertrude was the author of a part of the revelations of Mechtilde of Hackeborn, the Book of Special Grace. Gertrude became one of the great mystics of the 13th century. She practiced together with her friend and teacher Mechtilde a spirituality called “nuptial mysticism,” seing herself as the Bride of Christ. She also wrote Spiritual Exercises. The importance of the Spiritual Exercises extends to the present day because they are grounded in the themes and rites of Catholic liturgy for occasions of baptism, conversion, commitment, discipleship, union with God, praise of God, and preparation for death. Gertrude's Spiritual Exercises can still be used by anyone who seeks to deepen spirituality through prayer and meditation. Gertrude was an early devotee of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Book 2 of the Herald of Divine Love is notable within the history of Christian devotion because its vivid descriptions of Gertrude's visions show a considerable elaboration on the long-standing veneration of Christ's heart. This veneration was present in the belief that Christ's heart poured forth a redemptive fountain through the wound in his side, an image culminating in its most famous articulation by St. Bernard of Clairvaux in his commentary on the Song of Songs. ·Gertrude reported a vision on the Feast of John the Evangelist. She was resting her head near the wound in the Christ's side and hearing the beating of his heart. Afterwards, she asked John if on the night of the Last Supper he had felt these pulsations, why he had never spoken  about it. Gertrude died at Helfta, near Eisleben, Saxony on November 17, 1302. Her feast day is November 16. She is patron of the West Indies, Peru and Mexico. Gertrude showed "tender sympathy towards the souls in purgatory" and urged prayers for them. She is therefore invoked for suffering souls in purgatory. The following prayer is attributed to St. Gertrude, and is often depicted on her prayer card: “Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal Church, for those in my own home and in my family. Amen.” Virtues: piety, humility, obedience, charity, honesty, temperance, fortitude Prayer: “St. Gertrude, help us remember to pray always for the souls in Purgatory.”      

In den nächsten Wochen nehmen wir euch mit auf einen Roadtrip zu den entlegensten Orten unserer Republik - und noch ein Stück weiter. Wir starten unsere Handlungsreise in Sachen Landgesundheit im schönen Spiegelberg im erweiterten Stuttgarter Speckgürtel. Von dort geht es weiter nach Osterburg und Eisleben in Sachsen-Anhalt. Wir machen Halt in der Röhn, im Nordschwarzwald, besuchen einen Bergdoktor im Emmental und einen im Allgäu. In einem sozialen Brennpunkt im Kölner Westen, wo urbanes auf ländliches Leben trifft, lernen wir über Demographie und für die Zukunft. Unterwegs begegnen wir Patientinnen, Ärztinnen, Politikerinnen, dem Bundesgesundheitsminister und sogar einem Förster. Schön, dass ihr auf unserer Heldenreise in das Wesen der medizinischen Versorgung auf dem Land mit dabei seid. Es gibt viel zu entdecken. Für alle, die an KI und deren Anwendung im Gesundheitswesen interessiert sind: https://ai.innovate.healthcare unsere Veranstaltung in Zusammenarbeit mit dem Bundesverband der Pharmazeutischen Industrie.Schreibt uns Eure Kommentare gerne an MehrEinsatzWagen@healthcarefuturists.com und vernetzt euch mit uns auf unseren Social Media Kanälen.

Yes, Jesus told us to love one another, but he never met Uncle Harold!What is it about the holidays and families that often result in angst and conflict? One day a year, maybe two, families gather to celebrate with folks who may seem more like strangers than relatives. Add a dash of politics, religion, and a few alcoholic beverages, and you may have a real hootenanny on your hands.Just in time for the holiday season, Lauren Eisleban, a frequent guest and favorite therapist, joins us to discuss the fine art of boundary setting with family members. What is a boundary and is there a right or wrong way to approach the subject? What is it about setting boundaries with families that is so conflictual? Are there different types of boundaries?Join us for this episode and maybe even send it to Uncle Harold too.Special Guest:Lauren Eisleben is a LPC in Columbia, MO where she counsels individuals, couples, families, and groups. Lauren is also a wife and mom and knows that life is hard - which is why she wants her clients to know they are not alone. We love it when she shares her wisdom and care for others on the podcast. Show Notes:Boundary Books by Henry Cloud and John Townsend:Boundaries Boundaries in DatingBoundaries in MarriageBoundaries with KidsBoundaries with TeensBoundaries Bible study workbookBoundaries in the WorkplaceTen Ways to Set Boundaries With Difficult Family Members https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/blog/set-boundaries-for-difficult-family-members/

Das „Oktoberfest des Ostens“ ist die Eisleber Wiese. Das größte Volksfest Mitteldeutschlands ist streng genommen keine Sage und kein Mythos, aber eine Legende!

As the beginning of another school year quickly approaches, our latest series, What To Know Before They Go: How To Support Our Youth will address issues related to academics, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, and suicide - issues that plague an alarming number of teenagers. Each week we will interview experts in these areas to gain insight into these issues and to learn how to best support the struggling teens in our lives.The statistics on disordered eating and eating disorders for adolescents are staggering;The typical age at onset for 75% of this population is between 11 and 20 years of age. Those who have been diagnosed with anorexia have a 10 times greater risk of dying compared to peers.This is an epidemic that affects individuals, families, schools, and communities. Please join us as we speak with Lauren Eisleben, LPC, a frequent guest on the podcast, to discuss these important issues and ways in which parents, teachers, counselors, andcommunities can support individuals experiencing disordered eating.Listeners, on this week's episode of we will be discussing the sensitive and emotional topic of adolescent and teen eating disorders. The conversation may be triggering for those who have lost a loved one to anorexia or for those experiencing disordered eating. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Please call 988 for 24/7 support. Special Guest: Lauren Eisleben:Lauren holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communication and has worked as an Adjunct Instructor at the University of Missouri School of Journalism for eight years. In December 2019, she graduated with a Master of Education degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Stephens College and specialized in emotion focused therapy (EFT).

Jesus said, “in this world you will have trouble.” Yet many of us feel like we should be strong enough to face these troubles without the help of others, specifically counselors. For others, we may have counseled with a pastor or confided in a friend. Still others have found a counselor only to have had a negative experience. Join us for this episode as we unpack all of this with LPC Lauren Eisleben- a Christian and a counselor who is willing to discuss these tough subjects. 

19.05.2023 Kurzimpuls - Rüdiger Schmidt, Eisleben by Gemeinschaftsverband Sachsen-Anhalt

03.05.2023 Kurzimpuls - Rüdiger Schmidt, Eisleben by Gemeinschaftsverband Sachsen-Anhalt

This week on The Sound Kitchen you'll hear the answer to the question about transportation-caused CO2 emissions across the European Union. There's the “Listeners Corner” with Michael Fitzpatrick, “Music from Erwan”, and a new poem written and read by listener Ibironke Oyewole from Lagos, Nigeria. All that, and the new quiz question, too, so click on the “Play” button above and enjoy!  Hello everyone! Welcome to The Sound Kitchen weekly podcast, published every Saturday – here on our website, or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll hear the winner's names announced and the week's quiz question, along with all the other ingredients you've grown accustomed to: your letters and essays, “On This Day”, quirky facts and news, interviews, and great music … so be sure and listen every week.The ePOP video competition is open! The deadline for entries is 20 April  – but don't put it off! Start now!The ePOP video competition is sponsored by the RFI department “Planète Radio”, whose mission is to give a voice to the voiceless. ePOP focuses on the environment, and how climate change has affected “ordinary” people … you create a three-minute video about climate change, the environment, pollution – told by the people it affects. So put on your thinking caps and get to work ... and by the way, the prizes are incredibly generous!To read the ePOP entry guidelines – as well as watch videos from previous years – go to the ePOP website.Erwan and I are busy cooking up special shows with your musical requests, so get them in! Send your musical requests to thesoundkitchen@rfi.fr  Tell us why you like the piece of music, too – it makes it more interesting for us all!Be sure you check out our wonderful podcasts!In addition to the breaking news articles on our site, with in-depth analysis of current affairs in France and across the globe, we have several podcasts which will leave you hungry for more.There's Paris Perspective, Spotlight on France, and of course, The Sound Kitchen. We have an award-winning bilingual series – an old-time radio show, with actors (!) to help you learn French, called Les voisins du 12 bis. And there is the excellent International Report, too.As you see, sound is still quite present in the RFI English service.  Keep checking our website for updates on the latest from our staff of journalists. You never know what we'll surprise you with!To listen to our podcasts from your PC, go to our website; you'll see “Podcasts” at the top of the page. You can either listen directly or subscribe and receive them directly on your mobile phone.To listen to our podcasts from your mobile phone, slide through the tabs just under the lead article (the first tab is “Headline News”) until you see “Podcasts”, and choose your show. Teachers, take note! I save postcards and stamps from all over the world to send to you for your students. If you would like stamps and postcards for your students, just write and let me know. The address is english.service@rfi.fr  If you would like to donate stamps and postcards, feel free! Our address is listed below. Another idea for your students: Br. Gerald Muller, my beloved music teacher from St Edward's University in Austin, Texas, has been writing books for young adults in his retirement – and they are free! There is a volume of biographies of painters and musicians called Gentle Giants, and an excellent biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., too. They are also a good way to help you improve your English - that's how I worked on my French, reading books which were meant for young readers – and I guarantee you, it's a good method for improving your language skills. To get Br. Gerald's free books, click here.Independent RFI English Clubs: Be sure to always include Audrey Iattoni (audrey.iattoni@rfi.fr) from our Listener Relations department in all your RFI Club correspondence. Remember to copy me (thesoundkitchen@rfi.fr) when you write to her so that I know what is going on, too. N.B.: You do not need to send her your quiz answers! Email overload!And don't forget, there is a Facebook page just for you, the independent RFI English Clubs. Only members of RFI English Clubs can belong to this group page, so when you apply to join, be sure you include the name of your RFI Club and your membership number. Everyone can look at it, but only members of the group can post on it. If you haven't yet asked to join the group, and you are a member of an independent, officially recognized RFI English club, go to the Facebook link above, and fill out the questionnaire !!!!! (if you do not answer the questions, I click “decline”).There's a Facebook page for members of the general RFI Listeners Club too. Just click on the link and fill out the questionnaire, and you can connect with your fellow Club members around the world. Be sure you include your RFI Listeners Club membership number (most of them begin with an A, followed by a number) in the questionnaire, or I will have to click “Decline”, which I don't like to do!This week's quiz: On 18 February, I asked you an environmental question … that week, the European Parliament approved a ban on new sales of carbon-emitting petrol and diesel cars, to be in place by 2035. You were to re-read our article “EU to ban fossil fuel car sales by 2035, slash truck and bus emissions”, and send in your answer to this question: what is the percentage of CO2 that cars are responsible for today, across the EU? The answer is, to quote our article: “Cars currently account for about 15 percent of all CO2 emissions in the EU, while transportation overall accounts for around a quarter.”In addition to the quiz question, there was the bonus question, suggested by Saleem Akhtar Chadhar, the president of the RFI Seven Stars Radio Listeners Club in District Chiniot, Pakistan: “What do you love to drink every day, and if you don't, it seems as if your day is just not quite right?”    Do you have a bonus question idea? Send it to us!  The winners are: RFI Listeners Club member Ralf Urbanczyk from Eisleben, Germany. Ralf is also the winner of this week's bonus question. Congratulations, Ralf!Also on the list of lucky winners this week are Nitu Biswas, who's a member of the very active RFI Pariwar Bandhu SWL Club in Chhattisgarh, India; RFI Listeners Club member Tanima Tanne from Narayanganj, Bangladesh, and last but not least, RFI English listeners Kumar Sankar Adhikary from West Bengal, India, and Abdol Bari from Naogaon, Bangladesh.Congratulations winners!Here's the music you heard on this week's programme: “Milonga del Angel” by Astor Piazzolla, performed by Daniel Saenz, cello, and Michael Zuraw, piano; “The Window” by Avishai Cohen, performed by the Avishai Cohen Trio; “The Flight of the Bumblebee” by Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov; “The Cakewalk” from Children's Corner by Claude Debussy performed by the composer, and “Time for Livin'” by Sylvester Stewart, performed by Sly and the Family Stone.  Do you have a musical request? Send it to thesoundkitchen@rfi.fr This week's question ... you must listen to the show to participate. After you've listened to the show, re-read Ryan Truscott's article “Sparrow-sized bat confirmed as Mozambique's newest mammal” to help you with the answer.You have until 17 April to enter this week's quiz; the winners will be announced on the 22 April podcast. When you enter, be sure you send your postal address with your answer, and if you have one, your RFI Listeners Club membership number.Send your answers to:english.service@rfi.frorSusan OwensbyRFI – The Sound Kitchen80, rue Camille Desmoulins92130 Issy-les-MoulineauxFranceorBy text … You can also send your quiz answers to The Sound Kitchen mobile phone. Dial your country's international access code, or “ + ”, then  33 6 31 12 96 82. Don't forget to include your mailing address in your text – and if you have one, your RFI Listeners Club membership number.To find out how you can win a special Sound Kitchen prize, click here.To find out how you can become a member of the RFI Listeners Club, or form your own official RFI Club, click here.  

Das Böse ängstigt und fasziniert Menschen gleichermaßen. Millionen Deutsche verfolgen regelmäßig die Serie Akten Zeichen XY. Und auch im Netz rätseln immer mehr Menschen mit und versuchen Verbrechen zu lösen. Wie gefährlich es aber sein kann, vermeintliche Informationen und Beobachtungen über eine Tat im Netz zu teilen, zeigt ein Fall aus Eisleben. Nach einer Messerstecherei überschlagen sich die Kommentare in einer lokalen Facebook-Gruppe und die Suche nach dem flüchtigen Täter beginnt. MZ-Volontärin Babett Gumbrecht hat mit der Medienpsychologin Dr. Johanna Börsting von der Hochschule Ruhr West über den Fall gesprochen. Sie klärt auf, warum Menschen so gerne im Netz mit rätseln und welche Gefahren das birgt. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/true-crime-mz/message

ST. GERTRUDE THE GREAT l PATRON OF THE WEST INDIES, PERU AND MEXICO. Feast Day: November 16 Do you pray for the souls in Purgatory? We must pray for them so that they can enter Heaven at once. The holy souls are also praying for us even if we do no ask them. St. Gertrude, our Saint for today loved to pray for the holy souls. Gertrude was born on January 6, 1256 in Eisleben, Thuringia of the Roman Empire. Orphaned at the age of four she was admitted at the school of the nuns as a student. Gertrude was confided to the care of Mechtilde, younger sister of the Abbess, also named Gertrude. The young Gertrude later joined the monastic community in 1266. She received a thorough education, knowing in fact the Scripture, the Fathers of the Church and the writings of some saints like St. Gregory the Great and St. Bernard of Clairvaux. She was fluent in Latin and well-versed in rhetoric. In 1281, at the age of 25, she experienced the first of a series of visions that continued throughout her life. Gertrude devoted herself strongly to personal prayer and meditation, and began writing spiritual treatises though only some survive today. The longest survival is the The Herald of Divine Love orThe Herald of God's Loving-Kindness, and her collection of Spiritual Exercises. A work known as Gertrudian Prayers is a later compilation, made up partly of extracts from the writings of Gertrude and partly of prayers composed in her style. It is also very possible that Gertrude was the author of a part of the revelations of Mechtilde of Hackeborn, the Book of Special Grace. Gertrude became one of the great mystics of the 13th century. She practiced together with her friend and teacher Mechtilde a spirituality called “nuptial mysticism,” seeing herself as the Bride of Christ. She also wrote Spiritual Exercises. The importance of the Spiritual Exercises extends to the present day because they are grounded in the themes and rites of Catholic liturgy for occasions of baptism, conversion, commitment, discipleship, union with God, praise of God, and preparation for death. Gertrude's Spiritual Exercises can still be used by anyone who seeks to deepen spirituality through prayer and meditation. Gertrude was an early devotee of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The 2ndbook of the Herald of Divine Love is notable within the history of Christian devotion because its vivid descriptions of Gertrude's visions show a considerable elaboration on the long-standing veneration of Christ's heart. This veneration was present in the belief that Christ's heart poured forth a redemptive fountain through the wound in his side, an image culminating in its most famous articulation by St. Bernard of Clairvaux in his commentary on the Song of Songs. Gertrude reported a vision on the Feast of John the Evangelist. She was resting her head near the wound in the Christ's side and hearing the beating of his heart. Afterwards, she asked John if on the night of the Last Supper he had felt these pulsations, why he had never spoken about it. Gertrude died at Helfta, near Eisleben, Saxony on November 17, 1302. Her feast day is November 16. She is patron of the West Indies, Peru and Mexico. Gertrude showed "tender sympathy towards the souls in purgatory" and urged prayers for them. She is therefore invoked for suffering souls in purgatory. The following prayer is attributed to St. Gertrude, and is often depicted on her prayer card: “Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Most Precious Blood of Thy Divine Son, Jesus, in union with the Masses said throughout the world today, for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory, for sinners everywhere, for sinners in the universal Church, for those in my own home and in my family. Amen.” Prayer: “St. Gertrude, help us remember to pray always for the souls in Purgatory.”

William Tyndaleand the English Reformation • Philip Schaff called the Reformation of the sixteenth century “the turning point of modern history.”• He added the Reformation was, “next to the introduction of Christianity, the greatest event in history...thechief propelling force in the history of modern civilization.” PRE-REFORMERS INITIATE1330—John Wycliffe born in England• Oxford professor• Became leading intect in England, Europe1382—Wycliffe Bible translated into English• from Latin into Middle English,• Stiff, wooden translation, handcopied1384—Wycliffe dies, Lutterworth, England1401—"On the Burning of Heretics”• legislation passes by Parliament• Translating, owning English Bible, death• Attempts to suppress the influence of Wycliffe1408—"Constitutions of Oxford”• It's a “dangerous thing” to translate Scripture in English1415—Council of Constance• John Hus burned as martyr• Leader of Bohemian church• Pastored Bethlehem Chapel, Prague Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 2 • Wycliffe condemned, body exhumed• Wycliffe removed from sacred ground in church yard1428—Wycliffe's body dug up, burned• Ashes scattered into Swift River1450—Johannes Gutenberg perfects printing press1455—Gutenberg Bible printedREFORMERS BORN1483—Martin Luther born, Eisleben, Germany1483—Ulrich Zwingli born, Switzerland1494—William Tyndale born, near Gloustershire, England1506—Tyndale enters Magdalen Hall, Oxford• Age 12, normal for that time• Studies here for next ten years1509—John Calvin born, Navon, France• His father, lawyer in the Catholic Church• Raised in Catholic church, to be priest1512—Tyndale earns Bachelor of Arts, Oxford1514—John Knox born, Scotland1515—Tyndale earns Master of Arts, Oxford• Stunningly brilliant, linguistic genius• Would become proficient in eight languagesREFORMATION BEGINS1516—Erasmus compiles Greek New Testament• Leading humanist of his day Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 3 • Cambridge professor• Travels Europe, collects Greek manuscripts1516—Tyndale studies at Cambridge• Continues intellectual pursuit1517—Pope Leo X authorizes indulgences1517—Luther posts 95 Theses• In response to sale of indulgences by Rome1519—Luther converted reading Greek New Testament1520—Tyndale joins White Horse Inn• Small group Bible study• Studying Luther's writings• Called “Little Germany”• Produced leaders of English Reformation• 8 martyrs from this group• Tyndale converted, becomes Reformed1521—Luther, Diet of Worms• Stands heresy trial before authorities• Condemned as heretic, death sentence1521—Tyndale becomes private tutor• Leaves Cambridge to study the Scripture more carefully• Realizes all England is lost• Must translate Bible into English• “plough boy in field know more than pope” Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 4 1522—Luther translates New Testament into German• Produced while he was kidnapped in Wartburg Castle1523—Tyndale denied translation into English• Travels to London to receive permission• Refused, must leave England• Businessman agrees to support himTYNDALE DEPARTS1524—Tyndale leaves England for Europe• Nowhere in England to do the work• Never to return, never to marry1524—Tyndale arrives in Hamburg, Germany1524—Tyndale travels to Wittenberg1525—Tyndale translates English New Testament, Cologne, Germany• Largest city in Germany, easiest to hide• Finished New Testament• Raid on print shop at Matthew 22:131526—Tyndale publishes English New Testament, Worms, Germany• Travels to Worms, Germany on Rhine River into North Sea• Smuggles Bibles into England, Scotland1528—Tyndale writes The Parable of the Wicked Mammon• Teaches justification by faith1528—Tyndale writes The Obedience of a Christian Man• Teaches obedience to the king Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 5 1528—Three agents dispatched, find Tyndale• Returns empty handed without Tyndale1528—John West dispatched, find Tyndale• Returns without Tyndale1529—Tyndale translates Pentateuch into English, Antwerp• Monumental effort1529—Tyndale sails for Elbe River, shipwrecked, translation lost1529—Tyndale retranslates the Pentateuch, Hamburg, Germany• Reunited with Miles Coverdale, Cambridge classmate• Requires ten months to complete the project1529—Tyndale moves to Antwerp, Belgium• Remains elusive, anonymous1529—More, A Dialogue Concerning Heresies• Sir Thomas More unleashed brutal public attack• Called Tyndale captain of English heretics, hell-bound in devil's kennel, new Judas, worse thanSodom and Gomorrah, idolater, devil-worshipper, beast out of whose brutish, beastly mouthcomes filthy foam1530—Tyndale publishes Pentateuch in English, Antwerp• Uses pseudonym Hans Luft, Marburg• Includes glossaries, introductions• Smuggled into England, distributed1530—Tyndale, The Practice of Prelates• Attacks rites, doctrines, corruptions of Rome1530—Stephen Vaughan dispatched, find Tyndale• English merchants, sympathetic to Reformed cause Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 6 • Offered Tyndale safe passage back to England, salary• Tyndale agreed on one condition• If Henry VIII choose another translator1531—Vaughan returns empty handed• “I always find him always singing one note”1531—Sir Thomas Elyot dispatched to Europe• Apprehend Tyndale, return him to the king• Tyndale not to be found1531—Tyndale translates Jonah into English• Desires it be preached to England• “Forty day, London destroyed”1531—Tyndale writes Answer, defends translation1532—More, Confutation of Tyndale's Answer• Massive writing, half million words• Calls Tyndale traitor to England, heretic1534—Henry VIII named Head of Church of England• Denied annulment of his marriage• Pulls England out of Catholic Church• Parliament passes Act of Supremacy, monarch head of church1534—Tyndale moves into house of English merchants, Antwerp• John Rogers joins Tyndale, Coverdale• Rogers converted under Tyndale's witness• Rogers will complete Tyndale's translation Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 7 1534—Tyndale revises Pentateuch, Antwerp1534—Tyndale revises New Testament, Antwerp• 4000 edits to his 1526 printing• Called “the glory of his life's work”1535—Tyndale re-edits New Testament, Antwerp• Makes yet more edits, though fewer1535—Tyndale translates Joshua-2 Chronicles• Completes historical section of Old TestamentTYNDALE MARTYRED1535—Henry Phillips dispatched, find Tyndale• Had gambled away father's estate• Church of England promises to repay1535—Tyndale arrested, Antwerp1535—Tyndale imprisoned, Vilvoorde Castle, Belgium• Held 500 days, 18 months in castle• Miserable conditions1535—Coverdale Bible published• Unknown to Tyndale, Coverdale completes Old Testament• But not from Hebrew1536—Tyndale tried, charged, martyred• Mock trial, charged with heresy• God, open the eyes of the king• Tyndale hung, burned, blown up Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 8 REFORMATION SPREADS1536—Calvin writes Institute of the Christian Religion• Greatest work of Reformation• Explains true Christianity to French King1536—Calvin enters Geneva• Road detour, unintentional destination• Recognized as author, Institutes• Charged to stay or be cursed1537—Rogers publishes Matthew Bible• Edits Old Testament portions translated by Coverdale• Publishes entire Bible, Tyndale's work, his edits1538—Calvin expelled from Geneva• For fencing Lord's Table• Departs for Geneva1541—Calvin returns to Geneva• Geneva begs Calvin to return• Begins with next verse of last exposition• Preaches there for next 23 years 1545—Council of Trent meets• Meeting of Roman Catholic leaders• Launches Counter Reformation• Produces first Catholic doctrinal statement• Declares anathema on Reformers, believers of gospels of grace Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 9 1546—Luther dies in Germany• “I want to be as well known in hell as in heaven”• Preaches last sermon in Eisleben• “God put the power in the Word.”1547—King Henry VIII dies1547—Edward VI, King of England• Boy king, age 9• Protestant king, makes Reformed policies1549—Book of Common Prayer published1549—Act of Uniformity passed1553—Edward VI dies• Dies at age 15• Reformed cause halted1553—Mary I, Queen of England• Bloody Mary assumes throne• Staunch Catholic• Begins martyrdom of Protestants1553—John Knox leaves England for Europe1555—Rogers martyred, Smithfield, London• Charged with heresy• Fist Marian martyr1555—Latimer, Ridley martyred, Oxford• Burned to death at same stake Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 10 • Latimer, “Play the man Master Ridley”1558—Mary I dies, age 42• A mercy of relief to Reformed believers1558—Elizabeth I, Queen of England• Half-sister assumes throne• Chooses halfway house, compromise• Combines Reformed truth, Catholic worship1559—John Knox returns to Scotland• Launches Scottish Reformation1560—Geneva Bible published• Translated into English• First English Bible with chapter divisions• Included study notes1560s—Puritan Age begins• Attempt to purify worship within Church of England1564—Calvin dies in Geneva• Concludes 25 years pastorate1572—St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre1603—Elizabeth I, dies, age 691603—James I becomes King of England1611—King James Version• 90% of New Testament was Tyndale's work1618—Synod of Dort, refutes Arminianism

This week on The Sound Kitchen you'll hear the answer to the question about Italy's recent general elections. There's some spooky music for Halloween, the bonus question and the “Listeners Corner” with Michael Fitzpatrick, and “Music from Erwan”. All that, and the new quiz question, too, so click on the “Audio” arrow above and enjoy!  Hello everyone! Welcome to The Sound Kitchen weekly podcast, published every Saturday – here on our website, or wherever you get your podcasts. You'll hear the winner's names announced and the week's quiz question, along with all the other ingredients you've grown accustomed to: your letters and essays, “On This Day”, quirky facts and news, interviews, and great music … so be sure and listen every week. Erwan and I are busy cooking up special shows with your musical requests, so get them in! Send your musical requests to thesoundkitchen@rfi.fr  Tell us why you like the piece of music, too – it makes it more interesting for us all! Be sure you check out our wonderful podcasts! In addition to the breaking news articles on our site, with in-depth analysis of current affairs in France and across the globe, we have several podcasts which will leave you hungry for more. There's Paris Perspective, Africa Calling, Spotlight on France, and of course, The Sound Kitchen. We have an award-winning bilingual series – an old-time radio show, with actors (!) to help you learn French, called Les voisins du 12 bis. And there is the excellent International Report, too. As you see, sound is still quite present in the RFI English service.  Keep checking our website for updates on the latest from our staff of journalists. You never know what we'll surprise you with! To listen to our podcasts from your PC, go to our website and click on the three horizontal bars on the top right, choose “Listen to RFI / Podcasts”, and you've got ‘em ! You can either listen directly or subscribe and receive them directly on your mobile phone. To listen to our podcasts from your mobile phone, slide through the tabs just under the lead article (the first tab is “Headline News”) until you see “Podcasts”, and choose your show.  Teachers, take note!  I save postcards and stamps from all over the world to send to you for your students. If you would like stamps and postcards for your students, just write and let me know. The address is english.service@rfi.fr  If you would like to donate stamps and postcards, feel free! Our address is listed below.  Another idea for your students: Br. Gerald Muller, my beloved music teacher from St Edward's University in Austin, Texas, has been writing books for young adults in his retirement – and they are free! There is a volume of biographies of painters and musicians called Gentle Giants, and an excellent biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., too. They are also a good way to help you improve your English - that's how I worked on my French, reading books which were meant for young readers – and I guarantee you, it's a good method for improving your language skills. To get Br. Gerald's free books, click here. Independent RFI English Clubs: Be sure to always include Audrey Iattoni (audrey.iattoni@rfi.fr) from our Listener Relations department in all your RFI Club correspondence. Remember to copy me (thesoundkitchen@rfi.fr) when you write to her so that I know what is going on, too. N.B.: You do not need to send her your quiz answers! Email overload! And don't forget, there is a Facebook page just for you, the independent RFI English Clubs. Only members of RFI English Clubs can belong to this group page, so when you apply to join, be sure you include the name of your RFI Club and your membership number. Everyone can look at it, but only members of the group can post on it. If you haven't yet asked to join the group, and you are a member of an independent, officially recognized RFI English club, go to the Facebook link above, and fill out the questionnaire !!!!! (if you do not answer the questions, I click “decline”). There's a Facebook page for members of the general RFI Listeners Club too. Just click on the link and fill out the questionnaire, and you can connect with your fellow Club members around the world. Be sure you include your RFI Listeners Club membership number (most of them begin with an A, followed by a number) in the questionnaire, or I will have to click “Decline”, which I don't like to do! This week's quiz: On 1 October, I asked you a question about an article written by RFI English journalist Michael Fitzpatrick, “Meloni's far-right coalition sweeps to victory in Italian general election” about Giorgia Meloni and her coalition partners. I asked you to send in the names of the two parties that are a part of Meloni's coalition, and the names of the leaders of those two parties. The answer is: Meloni's coalition allies are the far-right League party led by Matteo Salvini and the Forza Italia party led by former prime minister Silvio Berlusconi. In addition to the quiz question, there was the bonus question: What scared you the most as a child? The winners are: RFI Listeners Club member Ralf Urbanczyk from Eisleben, Germany - who is also the winner of this week's bonus question – and Saleem Akhtar, the president of the RFI Seven Stars Radio Listeners Club in District Chiniot, Pakistan; Ferhat Bezazel, president of the Ain Kechera RFI Club in West Skikda, Algeria; RFI Listeners Club member Tahamina Yasmin from Rajbari, Bangladesh, and RFI English listener Kalyani Basak from West Bengal, India. Congratulations winners! Here's the music you heard on this week's program: Music from Alfred Hitchcock's film Psycho, composed by Bernard Hermann; “Funiculì Funiculà ” by Luigi Denza and Giuseppe Peppino Turco, sung by Luciano Pavarotti; “The Flight of the Bumblebee” by Nicolai Rimsky-Korsakov; “The Cakewalk” from Children's Corner by Claude Debussy, performed by the composer, and “Tribal Dance” by Robert Glasper, performed by Lionel Loueke and his orchestra. Do you have a musical request? Send it to thesoundkitchen@rfi.fr  This week's question ... you must listen to the show to participate. After you've listened to the show, re-read our article “RFI correspondent in Kenya wins prize for report on GMO cotton” to help you with the answer. You have until 28 November to enter this week's quiz; the winners will be announced on the 3 December podcast. When you enter, be sure you send your postal address with your answer, and if you have one, your RFI Listeners Club membership number. Send your answers to: english.service@rfi.fr or Susan Owensby RFI – The Sound Kitchen 80, rue Camille Desmoulins 92130 Issy-les-Moulineaux France or By text … You can also send your quiz answers to The Sound Kitchen mobile phone. Dial your country's international access code, or “ + ”, then  33 6 31 12 96 82. Don't forget to include your mailing address in your text – and if you have one, your RFI Listeners Club membership number. To find out how you can win a special Sound Kitchen prize, click here. To find out how you can become a member of the RFI Listeners Club, or form your own official RFI Club, click here.  

William Tyndaleand the English Reformation • Philip Schaff called the Reformation of the sixteenth century “the turning point of modern history.”• He added the Reformation was, “next to the introduction of Christianity, the greatest event in history...thechief propelling force in the history of modern civilization.” PRE-REFORMERS INITIATE1330—John Wycliffe born in England• Oxford professor• Became leading intect in England, Europe1382—Wycliffe Bible translated into English• from Latin into Middle English,• Stiff, wooden translation, handcopied1384—Wycliffe dies, Lutterworth, England1401—"On the Burning of Heretics”• legislation passes by Parliament• Translating, owning English Bible, death• Attempts to suppress the influence of Wycliffe1408—"Constitutions of Oxford”• It's a “dangerous thing” to translate Scripture in English1415—Council of Constance• John Hus burned as martyr• Leader of Bohemian church• Pastored Bethlehem Chapel, Prague Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 2 • Wycliffe condemned, body exhumed• Wycliffe removed from sacred ground in church yard1428—Wycliffe's body dug up, burned• Ashes scattered into Swift River1450—Johannes Gutenberg perfects printing press1455—Gutenberg Bible printedREFORMERS BORN1483—Martin Luther born, Eisleben, Germany1483—Ulrich Zwingli born, Switzerland1494—William Tyndale born, near Gloustershire, England1506—Tyndale enters Magdalen Hall, Oxford• Age 12, normal for that time• Studies here for next ten years1509—John Calvin born, Navon, France• His father, lawyer in the Catholic Church• Raised in Catholic church, to be priest1512—Tyndale earns Bachelor of Arts, Oxford1514—John Knox born, Scotland1515—Tyndale earns Master of Arts, Oxford• Stunningly brilliant, linguistic genius• Would become proficient in eight languagesREFORMATION BEGINS1516—Erasmus compiles Greek New Testament• Leading humanist of his day Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 3 • Cambridge professor• Travels Europe, collects Greek manuscripts1516—Tyndale studies at Cambridge• Continues intellectual pursuit1517—Pope Leo X authorizes indulgences1517—Luther posts 95 Theses• In response to sale of indulgences by Rome1519—Luther converted reading Greek New Testament1520—Tyndale joins White Horse Inn• Small group Bible study• Studying Luther's writings• Called “Little Germany”• Produced leaders of English Reformation• 8 martyrs from this group• Tyndale converted, becomes Reformed1521—Luther, Diet of Worms• Stands heresy trial before authorities• Condemned as heretic, death sentence1521—Tyndale becomes private tutor• Leaves Cambridge to study the Scripture more carefully• Realizes all England is lost• Must translate Bible into English• “plough boy in field know more than pope” Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 4 1522—Luther translates New Testament into German• Produced while he was kidnapped in Wartburg Castle1523—Tyndale denied translation into English• Travels to London to receive permission• Refused, must leave England• Businessman agrees to support himTYNDALE DEPARTS1524—Tyndale leaves England for Europe• Nowhere in England to do the work• Never to return, never to marry1524—Tyndale arrives in Hamburg, Germany1524—Tyndale travels to Wittenberg1525—Tyndale translates English New Testament, Cologne, Germany• Largest city in Germany, easiest to hide• Finished New Testament• Raid on print shop at Matthew 22:131526—Tyndale publishes English New Testament, Worms, Germany• Travels to Worms, Germany on Rhine River into North Sea• Smuggles Bibles into England, Scotland1528—Tyndale writes The Parable of the Wicked Mammon• Teaches justification by faith1528—Tyndale writes The Obedience of a Christian Man• Teaches obedience to the king Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 5 1528—Three agents dispatched, find Tyndale• Returns empty handed without Tyndale1528—John West dispatched, find Tyndale• Returns without Tyndale1529—Tyndale translates Pentateuch into English, Antwerp• Monumental effort1529—Tyndale sails for Elbe River, shipwrecked, translation lost1529—Tyndale retranslates the Pentateuch, Hamburg, Germany• Reunited with Miles Coverdale, Cambridge classmate• Requires ten months to complete the project1529—Tyndale moves to Antwerp, Belgium• Remains elusive, anonymous1529—More, A Dialogue Concerning Heresies• Sir Thomas More unleashed brutal public attack• Called Tyndale captain of English heretics, hell-bound in devil's kennel, new Judas, worse thanSodom and Gomorrah, idolater, devil-worshipper, beast out of whose brutish, beastly mouthcomes filthy foam1530—Tyndale publishes Pentateuch in English, Antwerp• Uses pseudonym Hans Luft, Marburg• Includes glossaries, introductions• Smuggled into England, distributed1530—Tyndale, The Practice of Prelates• Attacks rites, doctrines, corruptions of Rome1530—Stephen Vaughan dispatched, find Tyndale• English merchants, sympathetic to Reformed cause Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 6 • Offered Tyndale safe passage back to England, salary• Tyndale agreed on one condition• If Henry VIII choose another translator1531—Vaughan returns empty handed• “I always find him always singing one note”1531—Sir Thomas Elyot dispatched to Europe• Apprehend Tyndale, return him to the king• Tyndale not to be found1531—Tyndale translates Jonah into English• Desires it be preached to England• “Forty day, London destroyed”1531—Tyndale writes Answer, defends translation1532—More, Confutation of Tyndale's Answer• Massive writing, half million words• Calls Tyndale traitor to England, heretic1534—Henry VIII named Head of Church of England• Denied annulment of his marriage• Pulls England out of Catholic Church• Parliament passes Act of Supremacy, monarch head of church1534—Tyndale moves into house of English merchants, Antwerp• John Rogers joins Tyndale, Coverdale• Rogers converted under Tyndale's witness• Rogers will complete Tyndale's translation Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 7 1534—Tyndale revises Pentateuch, Antwerp1534—Tyndale revises New Testament, Antwerp• 4000 edits to his 1526 printing• Called “the glory of his life's work”1535—Tyndale re-edits New Testament, Antwerp• Makes yet more edits, though fewer1535—Tyndale translates Joshua-2 Chronicles• Completes historical section of Old TestamentTYNDALE MARTYRED1535—Henry Phillips dispatched, find Tyndale• Had gambled away father's estate• Church of England promises to repay1535—Tyndale arrested, Antwerp1535—Tyndale imprisoned, Vilvoorde Castle, Belgium• Held 500 days, 18 months in castle• Miserable conditions1535—Coverdale Bible published• Unknown to Tyndale, Coverdale completes Old Testament• But not from Hebrew1536—Tyndale tried, charged, martyred• Mock trial, charged with heresy• God, open the eyes of the king• Tyndale hung, burned, blown up Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 8 REFORMATION SPREADS1536—Calvin writes Institute of the Christian Religion• Greatest work of Reformation• Explains true Christianity to French King1536—Calvin enters Geneva• Road detour, unintentional destination• Recognized as author, Institutes• Charged to stay or be cursed1537—Rogers publishes Matthew Bible• Edits Old Testament portions translated by Coverdale• Publishes entire Bible, Tyndale's work, his edits1538—Calvin expelled from Geneva• For fencing Lord's Table• Departs for Geneva1541—Calvin returns to Geneva• Geneva begs Calvin to return• Begins with next verse of last exposition• Preaches there for next 23 years 1545—Council of Trent meets• Meeting of Roman Catholic leaders• Launches Counter Reformation• Produces first Catholic doctrinal statement• Declares anathema on Reformers, believers of gospels of grace Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 9 1546—Luther dies in Germany• “I want to be as well known in hell as in heaven”• Preaches last sermon in Eisleben• “God put the power in the Word.”1547—King Henry VIII dies1547—Edward VI, King of England• Boy king, age 9• Protestant king, makes Reformed policies1549—Book of Common Prayer published1549—Act of Uniformity passed1553—Edward VI dies• Dies at age 15• Reformed cause halted1553—Mary I, Queen of England• Bloody Mary assumes throne• Staunch Catholic• Begins martyrdom of Protestants1553—John Knox leaves England for Europe1555—Rogers martyred, Smithfield, London• Charged with heresy• Fist Marian martyr1555—Latimer, Ridley martyred, Oxford• Burned to death at same stake Steven J. LawsonMen's Bible StudyEnglish Reformation 10 • Latimer, “Play the man Master Ridley”1558—Mary I dies, age 42• A mercy of relief to Reformed believers1558—Elizabeth I, Queen of England• Half-sister assumes throne• Chooses halfway house, compromise• Combines Reformed truth, Catholic worship1559—John Knox returns to Scotland• Launches Scottish Reformation1560—Geneva Bible published• Translated into English• First English Bible with chapter divisions• Included study notes1560s—Puritan Age begins• Attempt to purify worship within Church of England1564—Calvin dies in Geneva• Concludes 25 years pastorate1572—St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre1603—Elizabeth I, dies, age 691603—James I becomes King of England1611—King James Version• 90% of New Testament was Tyndale's work1618—Synod of Dort, refutes Arminianism

Mit dem Bürgermeister von Eisleben sprechen wir über nachhaltige Stadtplanung. Außerdem beleuchten wir die kommunale Energieversorgung und kommentieren die ethischen und inhaltlichen Grenzen von KI.

Ep. 122 - Veteran TV Director RICK EISLEBEN talks RISKS & CHALLENGES of OVERSEAS VIDEO PRODUCTION. #rickeisleben #tvdirecting #tvproduction #churchmedia #livedirecting #tvstations #6WaystoSundayPodcast #techteam #media #mediateams #video #creativity #gear #cameras #videoequipment #foreignproduction #travel #overseastravel #internationalproduction

Ep. 121 - Veteran TV Director RICK EISLEBEN talks KEYS TO WORKING with VOLUNTEER MEDIA TEAMS. #rickeisleben #tvdirecting #tvproduction #churchmedia #livedirecting #tvstations #6WaystoSundayPodcast #techteam #jesusmovement #media #mediateams #video #creativity #gear #cameras #videoequipment

Ep. 120 - Veteran TV Director RICK EISLEBEN describes his early career directing COWBOY BOB'S CHUCK WAGON THEATER + REX HUMBARD. #rickeisleben #tvdirecting #tvproduction #childrenstelevision #livedirecting #tvstations #rexhumbard #khof #6WaystoSundayPodcast #fgbfi #jesusmovement

Christopher & Jobst im Gespräch mit Gregor. Wir reden über den Humor von Franz Kafka, B. Traven vom Ziegelbrenner, Gift nehmen und darauf hoffen, dass der andere stirbt, Punk-Treffen auf der Eisleber Wiese, Mixtapes ohne Zettel, Die Toten Hosen als Schlager-Deutschrock, Ost-Punk-Tapes mit Frieder Butzmann von Steve Aktiv, Musik als Bürgerschreck, Punk als Irritation, Black Pus von Lightning Bolt, Gregors Definition von Punk, "No More Heroes, No Gods No Masters, No Future", die Frage noch Kommerzialität von Punk, "Wenn Du den Kapitalismus bekämpfen willst, musst Du den Kapitalisten in dir bekämpfen", Social Media Kritikkultur, die Reunion von Bikini Kill, das Grundübel der Ausbeutung von Menschen durch Menschen, das Haus in Kassel, die Anfänge vom Label, für Malibu arbeiten, die Freundschaft zu Columbian Neckties, Amos` Sänfte auf der Fusion, afrikanische Musik-Tipps, Musik von Leuten, die Widrigkeiten zeigen und Hoffnung geben, The Sophisticated Vinyl Association, man braucht Hintergründe um Musik zu verstehen, die Zeit der Bücherkisten, eigentlich nichts von Musik wissen, die herausragende Death Platte, moralisch überfrachtete 18 Uhr Krimis im ZDF, Recht auf Rausch und Angst vor Abhängigkeiten, die Baseballschläger-Jahre in Eisleben, für ne kurze Zeit war eine andere Gesellschaft möglich, Scatman John & Snap, uvm. Und an dieser Stelle noch der Hinweis, dass wir dann eigentlich bei Labelgründung aufhören und viel zu wenig über die vielen spannenden Bands & Veröffentlichungen und Ideen rund um das Label gesprochen haben. Auf Facebook werden wir in der Woche vom 19.7. 2022 eine ganze Menge an Links teilen, die Euch noch mehr zu Gregor & dem Label verraten.

The world around us is anything but predictable and the recent mass shootings have proven it once again. For many of us (or for someone we love), the chaos and pain of life drive us to numb the pain. Whether it is with drugs or alcohol, pornography, gaming or smartphones - many of us understand the toll that destructive behaviors can take on our physical, emotional, and spiritual health.In this episode, Therapist Lauren Eisleben joins us to discuss an innovative - and somewhat controversial - strategy for people who need to break the cycle of shame and addiction. Special GuestLauren Eisleben has been counseling at Individual, Marriage and Family Enrichment since January 2019. She enjoys working with adult individuals and couples and practices EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) in marriage and couple's therapy.https://imfcounseling.com/2019/lauren-eisleben/To contact Lauren, email her at eisleben@imfcounseling.com or visit her on Instagram @ laurensthreecents.

19.05.2022 Kurzimpuls - Rüdiger Schmidt, Eisleben by 1189 Stimmen für 365 Tage

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Welterbe in Serie: In dieser Episode wartet auf euch eine Kultur-Reise der besonderen Art. Gleich sechs Welterbestätten zählt Sachsen-Anhalt – von der ältesten der Menschheit bekannten Darstellung des Sternenhimmels bis zu den klaren Linien des Bauhaus in Dessau. Vom Naumburger Dom bis zu den Lutherstädten Wittenberg und Eisleben, vom Fachwerkwunder Quedlinburg bis zum grünen Gartenreich Dessau-Wörlitz: Das Merian-Podcast Duo Kathrin Sander und Inka Schmeling entdeckt mit euch im Kopf ein Land voller Geschichte und Geschichten.

16.03.2022 5. Mose 19 gelesen von Anne Postler, Eisleben by 1189 Stimmen für 365 Tage

09.03.2022 Kurzimpuls - Rüdiger Schmidt, Eisleben by 1189 Stimmen für 365 Tage

TESTO DELL'ARTICOLO ➜ www.bastabugie.it/it/articoli.php?id=6916LUTERO E' ALL'INFERNO PER IL SUO ORGOGLIO di don Marcello StanzioneNel 1883 Suor Maria Serafina Micheli (1849-1911) (...), fondatrice dell'Istituto delle Suore degli Angeli, si trovava a passare per Eisleben, nella Sassonia, città natale di Lutero.Si festeggiava, in quel giorno, il quarto centenario della nascita del grande eretico (10 novembre 1483) che spaccò l'Europa e la Chiesa in due, perciò le strade erano affollate, i balconi imbandierati.Tra le numerose autorità presenti si aspettava, da un momento all'altro, anche l'arrivo dell'imperatore Guglielmo I, che avrebbe presieduto alle solenni celebrazioni.La futura beata, pur notando il grande trambusto non era interessata a sapere il perché di quell'insolita animazione, l'unico suo desiderio era quello di cercare una chiesa e pregare per poter fare una visita a Gesù Sacramentato.Dopo aver camminato per diverso tempo, finalmente, ne trovò una, ma le porte erano chiuse.Si inginocchiò ugualmente sui gradini d'accesso, per fare le sue orazioni.Essendo di sera, non s'era accorta che non era una chiesa cattolica, ma protestante.LA VISIONE DELL'INFERNOMentre pregava le comparve l'angelo custode, che le disse: " Alzati, perché questo è un tempio protestante". Poi le soggiunse: "Ma io voglio farti vedere il luogo dove Martin Lutero è condannato e la pena che subisce in castigo del suo orgoglio".Dopo queste parole vide un'orribile voragine di fuoco, in cui venivano crudelmente tormentate un incalcolabile numero di anime.Nel fondo di questa voragine v'era un uomo, Martin Lutero, che si distingueva dagli altri: era circondato da demoni che lo costringevano a stare in ginocchio e tutti, muniti di martelli, si sforzavano, ma invano, di conficcargli nella testa un grosso chiodo.La suora pensava: se il popolo in festa vedesse questa scena drammatica, certamente non tributerebbe onori, ricordi, commemorazioni e festeggiamenti per un tale personaggio.In seguito, quando le si presentava l'occasione ricordava alle sue consorelle di vivere nell'umiltà e nel nascondimento. Era convinta che Martin Lutero fosse punito nell'Inferno soprattutto per il primo peccato capitale, la superbia. L'orgoglio lo fece cadere nel peccato capitale, lo condusse all'aperta ribellione contro la Chiesa Cattolica Romana.La sua condotta, il suo atteggiamento nei riguardi della Chiesa e la sua predicazione furono determinanti per traviare e portare tante anime superficiali ed incaute all'eterna rovina.VIVERE NELL'UMILTÀSe vogliamo evitare l'Inferno viviamo nell'umiltà. Accettiamo di non essere considerati, valutati e stimati da quelli che ci conoscono.Non lamentiamoci, quando veniamo trascurati o siamo posposti ad altri che pensiamo siano meno degni di noi.Non critichiamo mai, per nessun motivo, l'operato di coloro che ci circondano.Se giudicheremo gli altri, non siamo neppure cristiani.Se giudichiamo gli altri, non siamo neppure noi stessi.Confidiamo sempre nella grazia di Dio e non in noi stessi.Non preoccupiamoci eccessivamente della nostra fragilità, ma del nostro orgoglio e presunzione.Diciamo spesso col salmista: "Signore, non si inorgoglisce il mio cuore e non si leva con superbia il mio sguardo; non vado in cerca di cose grandi, superiori alle mie forze" (Salm. 130). Offriamo a Dio il nostro "nulla": le incapacità, le difficoltà, gli scoraggiamenti, le delusioni, le incomprensioni, le tentazioni, le cadute e le amarezze di ogni giorno. Riconosciamoci peccatori, bisognosi della sua misericordia. Gesù, proprio perché siamo peccatori ci chiede solo di aprire il nostro cuore e di lasciarsi amare da Lui. E' questa l'esperienza di San paolo: "La mia potenza, infatti, si manifesta pienamente nella debolezza. Mi vanterò, quindi, ben volentieri delle mie debolezze, perché dimori in me la potenza di Cristo" (2 Cor. 12,9).Non ostacoliamo l'amore di Dio nei nostri riguardi col peccato o con l'indifferenza. Diamogli sempre più spazio nella nostra vita, a vivere in piena comunione con Lui nel tempo e nell'eternità.

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Trauern und erinnern - aber auch Gestalten und Bewahren - das gehört auch zur deutschen Friedhofskultur. Wie Friedhöfe sich im Laufe der Jahre verändern thematisiert diese Folge anhand des Gottesackers in Eisleben.

1517 The Flame Rekindled, you will be taken on a journey through the land of Luther. From his birth house in Eisleben to Castle Church in Wittenberg and beyond the borders of Germany, you will see the effects of Luther's courageous stand. Get 1517 The Flame Rekindled HERE https://www.swrc.com/1517-the-flame-rekindled-dvd.html

Das Münchner EM-Stadion darf beim Spiel Deutschland gegen Ungarn nicht in Regenbogen-Farben beleuchtet werden. Darum geht es heute im Podcast „Der Tag in Sachsen-Anhalt“. Am Mikrofon ist Marcel Knop-Schieback.

Das Münchner EM-Stadion darf beim Spiel Deutschland gegen Ungarn nicht in Regenbogen-Farben beleuchtet werden. Darum geht es heute im Podcast „Der Tag in Sachsen-Anhalt“. Am Mikrofon ist Marcel Knop-Schieback.

Readings* Psalm 8* Psalm 126* Psalm 32* Genesis 1:20—2:3* Mark 1:14–28* Solid Declaration of the Formula of Concord, Summary, Foundation, Rule, and Norm ¶¶ 1–8CommemorationToday we commemorate Martin Luther, Doctor and Confessor. Born on 10 November 1483 in Eisleben, Germany, Martin Luther originally studied law. After a close brush with death during a storm, Luther switched to studying theology and entered an Augustinian monastery in 1505, when he was twenty-one years old. Luther received his doctorate in theology in 1512. Teaching at the newly established University of Wittenberg, Luther began to question some of the doctrines of Rome. Luther’s investigation of the Scriptures and of Roman doctrine led to the posting of the *Ninety-Five Theses* on the door of Castle Church in Wittenberg — the spark that started the Reformation.Although Luther had not intended a real break with Rome, the Roman church had other ideas. Luther was excommunicated in 1521, and was forced into hiding in Wartburg Castle, where he translated the New Testament into German. We remember and honor Luther for his dedication to the Scriptures and to the teaching and preaching of right doctrine, regardless of threats and oppression, primarily, at the time, from Rome. Although he died on 18 February 1546, Luther’s work, in rescuing the Gospel, lives on in every church where Christ crucified for sinners is preached with fidelity and where the Scriptures are taught with faithfulness.ReaderCorey J. MahlerCopyright NoticesUnless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Unless otherwise indicated, all quotations from the Lutheran Confessions are from Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, copyright © 2005, 2006 by Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. All rights reserved. To purchase a copy of Concordia, call 800-325-3040.Support the show (https://confident.faith/donate/)

Burgen und Schlösser gibt es viele im Osten. Immer haben die auch einen historischen Hintergrund und sie sind Entstehungsort von Sagen und Mythen. Das ist auch auf dem Schloss Mansfeld zwischen Eisleben und Aschersleben nicht anders.

Pastor Poppe and Pastor Moline continue a series looking at the Hymns Every Lutheran Should Know. This episode continues their look at Reformation Hymns. LSB 656-657, "A Mighty Fortress is Our God." Luther, Martin, born at Eisleben, Nov. 10, 1483; died at Eisleben, Feb. 18, 1546. 1 A mighty fortress is our God, A trusty shield and weapon; He helps us free from ev'ry need That hath us now o'ertaken. The old evil foe Now means deadly woe; Deep guile and great might Are his dread arms in fight; On earth is not his equal. 2 With might of ours can naught be done, Soon were our loss effected; But for us fights the Valiant One, Whom God Himself elected. Ask ye, Who is this? Jesus Christ it is, Of Sabaoth Lord, And there's none other God; He holds the field forever. 3 Though devils all the world should fill, All eager to devour us. We tremble not, we fear no ill; They shall not overpow'r us. This world's prince may still Scowl fierce as he will, He can harm us none. He's judged; the deed is done; One little word can fell him. 4 The Word they still shall let remain Nor any thanks have for it; He's by our side upon the plain With His good gifts and Spirit. And take they our life, Goods, fame, child, and wife, Though these all be gone, Our vict'ry has been won; The Kingdom ours remaineth. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/knna-broadcasting/message

Pastor Poppe and Pastor Moline continue a series looking at the Hymns Every Lutheran Should Know. This episode continues their look at Reformation Hymns. LSB 655, Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word. 1 Lord, keep us steadfast in your Word; curb those who by deceit or sword would wrest the kingdom from your Son and bring to naught all he has done. 2 Lord Jesus Christ, your pow'r make known, for you are Lord of lords alone; defend your holy church, that we may sing your praise triumphantly. 3 O Comforter of priceless worth, send peace and unity on earth; support us in our final strife, and lead us out of death to life. Luther, Martin, born at Eisleben, Nov. 10, 1483; died at Eisleben, Feb. 18, 1546. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/knna-broadcasting/message

Psalm 126Sermon: "Thanksgiving During a Plague”Preacher: Rev. Ryan Slifka A few weeks ago, Ingrid and I attended an online workshop with some fellow United Church ministers. The speaker, Tony Robinson, opened one of our sessions with a prayer. The prayer included words from a hymn titled “Now Thank We All Our God.” Which we'll sing later following the sermon. First couple verses go like this:Now thank we all our God, with heart, and hands, and voices, who wondrous things has done, in whom this world rejoices; who from our mother's arms has blessed us on our way with countless gifts of love, and still is ours today.[i]O may this bounteous God through all our life be near us, with ever joyful hearts and blessed peace to cheer us, and keep us strong in grace, and guide us when perplexed, and free us from all ill in this world and the next.As soon as he started reading I was struck by the striking poetic elegance of the words. It's soaked in gratitude. Gratitude for Creation, for motherly love. For abundance, blessing. Countless gifts. It's beautiful. It's a perfect hymn for Thanksgiving Sunday.It's beautiful. But, as beautiful as the hymn is, though, beauty isn't the most interesting thing about it. Because after Tony finished his prayer he gave the hymn a little background.The words were written in the 17th century by Martin Rinckart, a Lutheran Pastor in Eisleben, Germany, during the 30 years war. During that war, his city was sieged, and during that siege, many townspeople were struck with hunger, and killed by the plague. This hymn was written by Rinckhart following the worst of it. Where—as the last minister in town—he was burying upwards of forty people per day. And this is what he chose to write.Now thank we all our God, with heart, and hands, and voices.How could someone who'd seen such misery, such terror. Who'd experienced such sickness and death first hand. How could someone with so little to be thankful for, other than his own survival maybe. How could this guy sing such a song of joy? It sounds naïve maybe. Or even delusional.It sounds that way… But in writing this hymn Rinckart was rehearsing an ancient pattern. A pattern that's found throughout the Bible. And that pattern is evident in today's scripture, the 126th Psalm.This Psalm, like Rinckhart's hymn begins with a recollection of God's wondrous works. When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues shouts for joy.The Psalmist here is probably talking about ancient Israel's return from exile. In the 6th century B.C., the kingdoms of Israel and Judah were invaded by the Babylonians—the world's largest superpower.[ii] The Babylonians burnt the country to the ground. Thousands were killed. And to top it all off, they smashed the Jerusalem temple, and they hauled off countless men, women and children in exile as prisoners to Babylon. It was eighty years long. A generation. And yet one day it came to an end. Babylon fell, and the new empire that took them down—Persia—sent the exiles home. Things seemed so hopeless and then suddenly, the exiles returned home. The Psalm says that it was unbelievable, like a dream. They were giddy with laughter because the only real explanation for such a reversal of fortune, they thought, was God. God had delivered them from exile. “The Lord has done great things for us,” it sings. “And we rejoiced.”And yet, in the second half of the Psalm we find out that things ain't so peachy anymore:“Restore our fortunes, O Lord, like the watercourses in the Negev. May those who sow in tears reap with shouts of joy.”We're not sure exactly what actually happened. How or why things changed. But here we discover that Israel's life had somehow dried up like a river that's ceased to flow. The Negev The only thing that's flowing now are tears. The good times were all gone. We don't know what happened, could have been a literal drought. But we know it was bad enough for them to think back. To think back on their deliverance from Babylon with fondness. And hope for another similar miracle. That tears would cease and joyful shouting would happen again.At this point in the Psalm we might think “fine… it's perfectly normal to want things to get back to a better time.” I mean, I know I've prayed to just go back eight months ago and that COVID never happened. But the Psalm doesn't end like that, with a longing for the past. The Psalm ends like this. Or even a prayer for things to go back to how they were. No, it ends with an affirmation of hope. Those who go out weeping bearing the seed for sowing shall come home with shouts of joy, carrying their sheeves.Here the Psalm grabs hold of agricultural imagery. In the riverbed run dry, where there is no life, where the tears of the exiles have fallen on the ground. The Psalm says that these tears have watered the valley. And, in time, in the future, there will be life again. Though now sadness reigns, once again there'll be a harvest. Once again there'll be shouts of joy and sheeves of wheat.It could be the Psalmist is an optimist. Just wants to look at the sunny side of life. If you remember that song from The Life of Brian. More likely though, it's because of how the Psalmist began. The Psalmist remembers that God has done this before. God has done this before. God has brought exiles home before. And God will bring exiles home again. Not only that, but God has brought order from chaos in creation. God has brought children to the childless. God has delivered slaves from Egypt. The Psalmist has hope in the future because God's done this all before. And God can do it again. Will do it again.The Psalmist can be hopeful now, even when things are hopeless, because he remembers what God has already done. So the future's never closed. This is why Martin Rickhart could give thanks for God and God's goodness, this is how he could shout for joy. Even in the middle of a deathly plague and siege. He knew it wasn't the end. It couldn't be the end. Because he'd heard that Jesus had entered death on a cross only to be raised again to new life. He knew, as the song says, that God would keep us in his grace, and guide us when perplexed, and free us from all ills of this world in the next.” He knew, he heard that God had dealt with this kind of thing before. And that God would deal with it again. Eventually for good.That's how he could give God thanks. Even in the middle of a plague.Now, I know that our global situation isn't quite as intense as Rinckart's experience in the 30 years war. Nor is it anything resembling the Babylonian Exile. Our personal lives—especially where we live in B.C., in Canada—are relatively untouched by the worst of the world's troubles. But none of this means life's been easy. Our world's been messed up pretty bad. The kind of shock, the kind of massive change. Job losses, overdoses. Loneliness, depression. Combine that with our own every day burdens and worries over the environment, racial injustice, and the struggles of our friends south of the border, and you've got yourself something of a stew of hopelessness.In this sense this ancient Psalm, and this somewhat less ancient hymn have much to teach us. What they teach us is that our past joys, moments in our lives, and moments in history where there has been a sudden turnaround from death to life. These are not just unrepeatable accidents. But in them we encounter something of God, the character at the heart of the universe, and the divine pattern of things. In them we are not just given fleeting joy. In them we're given a promise for the future. In them we find a foretaste heaven, of an even deeper, truer joy. And that in remembering them, we are given hope. A hope that will carry us through even our worst circumstances.God has been faithful in the past, and God will be faithful in the future. Remembering past joy with gratitude helps us become more hopeful in the promise of future joy, even when life is not joyful. Today's troubles are not eternal. Rather, all trouble will one day be scattered in the face of the eternal God. Those who sow in tears will one day again reap in joy.So friends, church. Brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus. I invite you, this week, maybe as you sit down to a COVID-sized family gathering. Or as you watch the leaves fall from the trees for autumn. Or as you stare at the ceiling during your middle of the night anxiety. Remember the great things that the Lord has done in your life, and in our world. Remember them, be thankful, and rejoice. How can we be joyful, how can we be thankful? When the world ain't as it should be? We can, because God has dealt with it all before. And God will deal with it all again. Or, as the last verse of the hymn puts it:All praise and thanks to God the Father now be given, the Son and Spirit blest, who reign in highest heaven the one eternal God, whom heaven and earth adore; for thus it was, is now, and shall be evermore.AMEN.[i] Martin Rinckart, “Now Thank We all Our God,” in Voices United: the Hymn Book of the United Church of Canada, 236.[ii] An alternative suggestion is that it was the rescue of Jerusalem from siege by Sennacherib in 701BC. More likely, though, it is a reference to the return from exile. See Walter Brueggemann and William H. Bellinger Jr. The New Cambridge Bible Commentary on the Psalms, gen. ed. Ben Witherington III (New York: Cambridge University Press, 2014), 538-541.

Am Theater Eisleben hat unter dem Eindruck der Corona-Einschränkungen die neue Spielzeit begonnen. Intendant Ulrich Fischer erklärt, wie sich die Pandemie auswirkt und warum das gedruckte Programm schon wieder Makulatur ist.

Readings* Psalm 105* Job 13:13–28* John 6:22–40* Smalcald Articles, Part III, Art. XIV–XVCommemorationToday we commemorate Martin Luther, Doctor and Confessor. Born on 10 November 1483 in Eisleben, Germany, Martin Luther originally studied law. After a close brush with death during a storm, Luther switched to studying theology and entered an Augustinian monastery in 1505, when he was twenty-one years old. Luther received his doctorate in theology in 1512. Teaching at the newly established University of Wittenberg, Luther began to question some of the doctrines of Rome. Luther’s investigation of the Scriptures and of Roman doctrine led to the posting of the Ninety-Five Theses on the door of Castle Church in Wittenberg — the spark that started the Reformation.Although Luther had not intended a real break with Rome, the Roman church had other ideas. Luther was excommunicated in 1521, and was forced into hiding in Wartburg Castle, where he translated the New Testament into German. We remember and honor Luther for his dedication to the Scriptures and to the teaching and preaching of right doctrine, regardless of threats and oppression, primarily, at the time, from Rome. Although he died on 18 February 1546, Luther’s work, in rescuing the Gospel, lives on in every church where Christ crucified for sinners is preached with fidelity and where the Scriptures are taught with faithfulness.ReaderCorey J. MahlerCopyright NoticesUnless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are from the Holy Bible, English Standard Version®, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.Unless otherwise indicated, all quotations from the Lutheran Confessions are from Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions, copyright © 2005, 2006 by Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. All rights reserved. To purchase a copy of Concordia, call 800-325-3040.Support the show (https://confident.faith/donate/)

Burgen und Schlösser gibt es viele im Osten. Immer haben die auch einen historischen Hintergrund und sie sind Entstehungsort von Sagen und Mythen. Das ist auch auf dem Schloss Mansfeld zwischen Eisleben und Aschersleben nicht anders.

Martin Luther (magyarosan: Luther Márton, németül eredetileg Martin Luder) (Eisleben (ma Lutherstadt Eisleben), 1483. november 10. – Eisleben, 1546. február 18.) a protestáns reformáció szellemi atyja, lelkész, reformátor. Ágoston-rendi szerzetesként lett teológus és professzor, a wittenbergi egyetem bibliatanára. A szükséges reformokat sokáig az egységes (a. m. katolikus) egyház keretében szerette volna elérni. Nyelvi és írói adottságai és karizmatikus személyisége széles visszhangot váltottak ki, ami véget vetett a katolicizmus középkori európai egyeduralmának. Az általa lefordított Luther-Biblia (németül Lutherbibel) a német nyelvterületen ma is az egyik legfontosabb Biblia-fordítás.

Die Hauptrunde der Deutschen Ringerliga ist absolviert, die vier Halbfinalteilnehmer sind ermittelt. Tabellenführer Germania Weingarten trifft am 5. und 12. Januar auf den amtierenden Meister und aktuell vierten der Liga, den KSV Ispringen. Außerdem stehen sich der ASV Nendingen und der VfK Schifferstadt gegenüber. Wie sind die Konstellationen für die Halbfinalpaarungen einzuschätzen und wie verlief die Hauptrunde für die vier Teams und die fünftplatzierte Mannschaft aus Eisleben? Malte Asmus und Benno Krieger fassen zusammen und schätzen die Lage ein. Euch gefällt dieser Podcast - oder ihr habt Kritik, Fragen oder Anregungen? Dann freuen wir uns, wenn wir von euch hören. Lasst uns gerne bei iTunes eine Rezension und ein bisschen Feedback da. Schreibt uns, was ihr gut oder auch schlecht findet, oder welche Themen wir eurer Meinung nach mal in einer Sendung behandeln sollten. Oder ihr schreibt unserem Moderator direkt per Mail (malte.asmus@meinsportpodcast.de) oder Twitter (@MalteAsmus).

Der VfK Schifferstadt dominiert weiterhin die Deutsche Ringerliga. Auch in der sechsten Runde gab es einen Sieg in Schifferstadt zu feiern. 12:6 lautete das Ergebnis am Ende gegen Germania Weingarten. Ein lautstark anfeuerndes, fast frenetisches Publikum, pushte die Kämpfer der beiden Teams immer wieder an. Malte Asmus berichtet über das Duell, lässt Markus Scherer und Ralph Oberacker zu Wort kommen und hat auch das Ergebnis von Ispringen gegen Eisleben parat....

Der VfK Schifferstadt dominiert weiterhin die Deutsche Ringerliga. Auch in der sechsten Runde gab es einen Sieg in Schifferstadt zu feiern. 12:6 lautete das Ergebnis am Ende gegen Germania Weingarten. Ein lautstark anfeuerndes, fast frenetisches Publikum, pushte die Kämpfer der beiden Teams immer wieder an. Malte Asmus berichtet über das Duell, lässt Markus Scherer und Ralph Oberacker zu Wort kommen und hat auch das Ergebnis von Ispringen gegen Eisleben parat. Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten.

Der VfK Schifferstadt dominiert weiterhin die Deutsche Ringerliga. Auch in der sechsten Runde gab es einen Sieg in Schifferstadt zu feiern. 12:6 lautete das Ergebnis am Ende gegen Germania Weingarten. Ein lautstark anfeuerndes, fast frenetisches Publikum, pushte die Kämpfer der beiden Teams immer wieder an. Malte Asmus berichtet über das Duell, lässt Markus Scherer und Ralph Oberacker zu Wort kommen und hat auch das Ergebnis von Ispringen gegen Eisleben parat. Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten.

Der VfK Schifferstadt dominiert weiterhin die Deutsche Ringerliga. Auch in der sechsten Runde gab es einen Sieg in Schifferstadt zu feiern. 12:6 lautete das Ergebnis am Ende gegen Germania Weingarten. Ein lautstark anfeuerndes, fast frenetisches Publikum, pushte die Kämpfer der beiden Teams immer wieder an. Malte Asmus berichtet über das Duell, lässt Markus Scherer und Ralph Oberacker zu Wort kommen und hat auch das Ergebnis von Ispringen gegen Eisleben parat....

Der VfK Schifferstadt dominiert weiterhin die Deutsche Ringerliga. Auch in der sechsten Runde gab es einen Sieg in Schifferstadt zu feiern. 12:6 lautete das Ergebnis am Ende gegen Germania Weingarten. Ein lautstark anfeuerndes, fast frenetisches Publikum, pushte die Kämpfer der beiden Teams immer wieder an. Malte Asmus berichtet über das Duell, lässt Markus Scherer und Ralph Oberacker zu Wort kommen und hat auch das Ergebnis von Ispringen gegen Eisleben parat.

Der VfK Schifferstadt dominiert weiterhin die Deutsche Ringerliga. Auch in der sechsten Runde gab es einen Sieg in Schifferstadt zu feiern. 12:6 lautete das Ergebnis am Ende gegen Germania Weingarten. Ein lautstark anfeuerndes, fast frenetisches Publikum, pushte die Kämpfer der beiden Teams immer wieder an. Malte Asmus berichtet über das Duell, lässt Markus Scherer und Ralph Oberacker zu Wort kommen und hat auch das Ergebnis von Ispringen gegen Eisleben parat.

We have returned to our Book of Luke series. This is the third sermon of the series from Luke 1:26-38.

Am Wochenende kommt es in der Deutschen Ringerliga zum Knallerduell zwischen dem KSV Ispringen und Germania Weingarten. Zu Beginn des Jahres hatten sich beide Teams noch im Finale der Deutschen Meisterschaft gegenübergestanden. Germania Weingarten war nach einem wahren Krimi als Sieger des Herzschlagfinals hervorgegangen. Seitdem ist viel passiert. Weingarten und Ispringen haben sich aus der Ringer Bundesliga verabschiedet, sich der DRL angeschlossen. Dort hat Ispringen nach drei Kämpfen zwei Siege auf dem Konto, Weingarten die genau umgekehrte Bilanz. Gegen Schifferstadt verlor der amtierende Meister klar, schlug Eisleben knapp, ehe er gegen Nendingen wieder unterlegen war. Mit den eigenen Ambitionen der Germanen ist das nicht unbedingt vereinbar, meint der Vorsitzende der Germanen Ralph Oberacker. Ebenfalls am Samstag duellieren sich dann auch der ASV Nendingen und der KAV Eisleben. Auch diese beiden Teams blicken auf einen konträren Saisonverlauf zurück. Nendingen meldet nach Siegen gegen Schifferstadt und Weingarten Ansprüche in Richtung Meistertitel an. ...

Am Wochenende kommt es in der Deutschen Ringerliga zum Knallerduell zwischen dem KSV Ispringen und Germania Weingarten. Zu Beginn des Jahres hatten sich beide Teams noch im Finale der Deutschen Meisterschaft gegenübergestanden. Germania Weingarten war nach einem wahren Krimi als Sieger des Herzschlagfinals hervorgegangen. Seitdem ist viel passiert. Weingarten und Ispringen haben sich aus der Ringer Bundesliga verabschiedet, sich der DRL angeschlossen. Dort hat Ispringen nach drei Kämpfen zwei Siege auf dem Konto, Weingarten die genau umgekehrte Bilanz. Gegen Schifferstadt verlor der amtierende Meister klar, schlug Eisleben knapp, ehe er gegen Nendingen wieder unterlegen war. Mit den eigenen Ambitionen der Germanen ist das nicht unbedingt vereinbar, meint der Vorsitzende der Germanen Ralph Oberacker. Ebenfalls am Samstag duellieren sich dann auch der ASV Nendingen und der KAV Eisleben. Auch diese beiden Teams blicken auf einen konträren Saisonverlauf zurück. Nendingen meldet nach Siegen gegen Schifferstadt und Weingarten Ansprüche in Richtung Meistertitel an.

Martin Luther was born in Eisleben, and it was there that he died on February 18th, 1546. Recorded on location, Dr. Stephen Nichols considers how Luther clung to the Bible as his comfort in his death.

Martin Luther preached his final four sermons at St. Andreas Church in Eisleben. Recorded on location, listen as Dr. Stephen Nichols discusses the history and significance of this church.

Die Deutsche Ringerliga hatte am Wochenende ihren zweiten Kampftag absolviert. Den Zuschauern wurde wieder einiges geboten, so beim 18:6 Sieg von Schifferstadt gegen Eisleben nicht nur drei Ex-Weltmeister auf der Matte der Ostdeutschen, sondern auch ein Duell, das letztlich viel enger war als der Spielstand suggeriert. Und es gab beim 14:5 zwischen Ispringen und Nendingen einen ziemlichen Schlag ins Kontor der Gäste, der allerdings auch mit etwas Glück zustande kam, wie die Ispringer fair zugaben. Malte Asmus fasst zusammen....

Die Deutsche Ringerliga hatte am Wochenende ihren zweiten Kampftag absolviert. Den Zuschauern wurde wieder einiges geboten, so beim 18:6 Sieg von Schifferstadt gegen Eisleben nicht nur drei Ex-Weltmeister auf der Matte der Ostdeutschen, sondern auch ein Duell, das letztlich viel enger war als der Spielstand suggeriert. Und es gab beim 14:5 zwischen Ispringen und Nendingen einen ziemlichen Schlag ins Kontor der Gäste, der allerdings auch mit etwas Glück zustande kam, wie die Ispringer fair zugaben. Malte Asmus fasst zusammen....

Die Deutsche Ringerliga hatte am Wochenende ihren zweiten Kampftag absolviert. Den Zuschauern wurde wieder einiges geboten, so beim 18:6 Sieg von Schifferstadt gegen Eisleben nicht nur drei Ex-Weltmeister auf der Matte der Ostdeutschen, sondern auch ein Duell, das letztlich viel enger war als der Spielstand suggeriert. Und es gab beim 14:5 zwischen Ispringen und Nendingen einen ziemlichen Schlag ins Kontor der Gäste, der allerdings auch mit etwas Glück zustande kam, wie die Ispringer fair zugaben. Malte Asmus fasst zusammen. Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten.

Die Deutsche Ringerliga hatte am Wochenende ihren zweiten Kampftag absolviert. Den Zuschauern wurde wieder einiges geboten, so beim 18:6 Sieg von Schifferstadt gegen Eisleben nicht nur drei Ex-Weltmeister auf der Matte der Ostdeutschen, sondern auch ein Duell, das letztlich viel enger war als der Spielstand suggeriert. Und es gab beim 14:5 zwischen Ispringen und Nendingen einen ziemlichen Schlag ins Kontor der Gäste, der allerdings auch mit etwas Glück zustande kam, wie die Ispringer fair zugaben. Malte Asmus fasst zusammen.

Die Deutsche Ringerliga hatte am Wochenende ihren zweiten Kampftag absolviert. Den Zuschauern wurde wieder einiges geboten, so beim 18:6 Sieg von Schifferstadt gegen Eisleben nicht nur drei Ex-Weltmeister auf der Matte der Ostdeutschen, sondern auch ein Duell, das letztlich viel enger war als der Spielstand suggeriert. Und es gab beim 14:5 zwischen Ispringen und Nendingen einen ziemlichen Schlag ins Kontor der Gäste, der allerdings auch mit etwas Glück zustande kam, wie die Ispringer fair zugaben. Malte Asmus fasst zusammen.

Die Deutsche Ringerliga hatte am Wochenende ihren zweiten Kampftag absolviert. Den Zuschauern wurde wieder einiges geboten, so beim 18:6 Sieg von Schifferstadt gegen Eisleben nicht nur drei Ex-Weltmeister auf der Matte der Ostdeutschen, sondern auch ein Duell, das letztlich viel enger war als der Spielstand suggeriert. Und es gab beim 14:5 zwischen Ispringen und Nendingen einen ziemlichen Schlag ins Kontor der Gäste, der allerdings auch mit etwas Glück zustande kam, wie die Ispringer fair zugaben. Malte Asmus fasst zusammen. Du möchtest deinen Podcast auch kostenlos hosten und damit Geld verdienen? Dann schaue auf www.kostenlos-hosten.de und informiere dich. Dort erhältst du alle Informationen zu unseren kostenlosen Podcast-Hosting-Angeboten.

Martin Luther was born on November 10, 1483. Recorded on location in Eisleben, Dr. Stephen Nichols takes us back to Luther's childhood.

La Chiesa valdese di Torino sta organizzando un viaggio in Germania, previsto nell'estate 2017. Il periodo previsto è dal 29 luglio al 4 agosto 2017 e i posti disponibili sono 48. L'itinerario, con spostamento in autobus, comprende la visita delle città protagoniste della Riforma Protestante: Strasburgo, Worms. Lipsia, Dresda e Augusta, oltre, naturalmente alle città luterane di Wittenberg, Eisleben e Eisenach.Ce ne parla il pastore Paolo Ribet.

La Chiesa valdese di Torino sta organizzando un viaggio in Germania, previsto nell’estate 2017. Il periodo previsto è dal 29 luglio al 4 agosto 2017 e i posti disponibili sono 48. L’itinerario, con spostamento in autobus, comprende la visita delle città protagoniste della Riforma Protestante: Strasburgo, Worms. Lipsia, Dresda e Augusta, oltre, naturalmente alle città luterane di Wittenberg, Eisleben e Eisenach.Ce ne parla il pastore Paolo Ribet.

Explore a brief overview of Luther’s life. Luther was born in Eisleben, Germany in 1483. He entered university in Erfurt. Luther became a monk and was always concerned about the state of his soul due to the insecurity of life. Monasticism at the time was the most straightforward way to make sure that your soul was right with God. He joined the Order of Augustinian Monks. There was a push towards loving God absolutely and to practice perfect humility. In 1510-11, Luther took a trip to Rome but was utterly shocked by the immorality of the priests and bishops he met. In 1512, Luther earned his doctorate of theology. He succeeded Staupitz who had been Luther’s confessor. Luther had spiritual despair what he called “Anfechtum”. He lectured on Romans in 1515-16 and was also pastoring a church. Explore Luther’s breakthrough. The Psalms for Luther were very important. In 1516, Luther began to preach against indulgences.

We left off last time with the close of the Diet of Worms where Martin Luther informed the august assembled officials of both civil government & Church, that he'd not recant what he'd either written or said, because his opponents weren't able to refute him with Scripture.From the now emerging Protestant perspective Worms was a turning point from which there was no going back.Reading of the events in that improvised hall in the German town of Worms, we get the idea that Luther issued his memorable declaration of devotion to Scripture & conscience, then strode from the room to the cheers of the supporting German nobles and chagrin of his imperial and Roman opponents. And that was that. The Trial was over.Not so fast. Luther's speech in fact did NOT close the Diet. His words weren't the last. Emperor Charles V's secretarial spokesman who was conducting the inquiry replied to Luther on that April day in 1521. He deserves also to be heard. He re­buked Luther for making himself superior to the historic Church Councils that had already ruled on several of the issues Luther declaimed. Regarding Luther's arrogance in supposing he could sit in judgment on The Church, he said, “In this, you're completely mad. For what purpose does it serve to raise a new dispute about matters condemned through so many centu­ries by church and council? Unless perhaps a reason must be given to just anyone about anything whatsoever. But if it were granted that whoever contradicts the councils and the common understanding of the church must be overcome by Scripture passages, we will have noth­ing in Christianity that is certain or decided.”The secretary raised an important point; one Roman Catholic apologists would keep asking of Protestants in the decades to come. Luther had famously said his conscience was held captive to the Word of God. The secretary came back with the reply in effect, “People who want to put their own spin on the meaning of Scripture have been claiming that for a long time. What makes you, a humble German monk, better equipped to interpret Scripture than the august luminaries of the Church's history? If and when personal conviction replaces the official, authorized position of the Church, derived not by one person's opinion, but a collection of several experts, then the Christian religion will shatter into a bo-zillion pieces.And in some ways, that was a prescient appraisal of things to come.Next day, April 19, while Luther was locked in private disputes with representatives of the Emperor & Pope, Charles had a document he'd written read out to the gathered German nobles. He reminded them he was descended from a long line of faithful defenders of The Faith from Germany, Spain, Austria, & Burgundy. He wanted it made clear that he was no novice in the theological disputes heard at Worms. He wasn't at all impressed with Luther or his position. He said, “It's certain that a single friar errs in his opinion which is against all of Christendom and according to which all of Christianity will be and will always have been in error both in the past thousand years and even more in the present.” He made it clear that he understood his role at the trial as being called on to join his noble ancestors and defend the Faith against an attack that threatened to irreparably splinter it. He at least, got that part right. The Church was never the same after the Diet of Worms.As we ponder Luther's address—looked at in the last episode, and these responses by his imperial and ecclesiastical opponents, we realize what was really at stake at Worms. Once again, History provides us 20/20 vision. The Western Church was split now into 2 great camps; Protestant and Roman Catholic. That breach has lasted 500 years. But it also presaged the rift between civil and ecclesias­tical power. Civil rulers of all ranks broke with Rome in becoming Protestant. Others, remaining Catholic, realized now how much the Rome needed them.A more subtle idea was introduced at Worms that took a while to germinate in the soil of Europe, but once it did, it would have far-reaching consequences. It was the idea, expressed so articulately by Luther, that the individual person, no matter what their social rank or economic status, possessed a dignity and conscience that trumped the man-made rankings of church and state. That idea was regarded by the Charles & his nobles as a supremely dangerous idea; far too dangerous to allow. Heaven forbid a peasant would see himself as possessing the same value as a baron; or a layperson as a cardinal. Why, that would set the whole world upside down.And so it did.Let's back up in time now to track how that particular Martin Luther arrived at Worms in April 1521.He was born 30 miles NW of Leipzig in the Saxon mining town of Eisleben in Eastern Germany in 1483. He was 9 when Cristoforo Columbo staggered ashore in the New World & the Moors were finally pushed out of Spain. Europe was rapidly emerging from the lethargy of a long out of date feudalism that had hampered growth.His father gave Martin the best education in law the Luther's could afford, hoping he'd become a town councilor; a position from which to ride to comfortable prosperity. But as Martin matured, so too did his sense of self. His ambitions turned form worldly success to a desperate longing to know he met God's approval. But the more he reached for it, the further away it seemed. In 1505, at the age of 22, he made good on an oath he'd made to God and entered an monastery in Erfurt. That oath was made during a freak lightning storm that terrified Luther. He swore if God preserved him, he'd become a monk. He didn't die, so Luther made good on his pledge. This gives us an idea of the sober integrity of the man.Living in a cloister as a young monk, we'd assume Luther saw himself as earning points with God. After all, that's certainly the way most monks viewed it. Not our Luther! It seemed like every good deed he did, every meritorious work his superiors suggested, only served to increase Luther's sense of guilt. His personal confidant was the godly & wise, Johann von Staupitz. Luther regularly lamented his deplorable sinfulness to the elder Staupitz who tried several tactics to help the earnest young man rid himself of his crippling sense of guilt. Nothing worked. So Staupitz suggested Luther distract himself by immersing himself in the study of Scripture. He then arranged for Martin to take an advanced degree in theology tpo the end he'd begin teaching at a university and put all his nervous energy to good use. So, just before turning 30, Luther began teaching Scripture at the new University in Wittenberg.The demands of being a monk and professor certainly gave Luther much to do. But it wasn't enough to keep him from his quest for personal holiness. The more he wanted it, the more elusive it became. He knew he was supposed to love God but his increasing frustration was coming out in a loath for the Deity that further afflicted his soul. He was on the verge of an emotional breakdown. The Gospel promised forgiveness, but the Church said penance was the way to expunge the souls of the sense of guilt. Why then, after availing himself of literally EVERY form of penance the Church prescribed, was he MORE guilty than ever?It was as Luther taught his students in Wittenberg the words of the Apostle Paul in Romans that the light BEGAN to come on for him. I say “began” because while there was indeed a moment when it seemed the switch flipped, the implications of what Luther discovered echoed through his soul for months after.You see, Luther was consumed with being righteous before God. Following the understanding of the Church of his day, he assumed righteousness was something a person secured by doing the prescribed good deeds. Oh and hey, if you couldn't produce your own righteousness, you could buy something called an indulgence; a special certificate offered by the Church that drew on the surplus of righteousness the saints had laid up in heaven for needy souls – called the “Treasury of Merit.”But as Martin read the words of Romans 3 he was confronted by a totally new idea of righteousness. The Apostle Paul says the righteousness God's looking for isn't something we produce. The only righteousness that qualifies us for heaven is a perfect righteousness. And there's only one who's perfectly righteous – God Himself. So God gives us that perfect righteousness when we put our faith in Christ. It's a gift, not a reward. And the gfift is received by Faith, not works.Here's what Luther read that utterly transformed his thinking à Romans 3:21–26But now the righteousness of God apart from the law is revealed, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets, even the righteousness of God, through faith in Jesus Christ, to all and on all who believe. For there is no difference; for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God set forth as an atoning sacrifice by His blood, through faith, to demonstrate His righteousness, because in His forbearance God had passed over the sins that were previously committed, to demonstrate at the present time His righteousness, that He might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus.Luther later said that as soon as the realization came to him that it's not his righteousness but God's that saves, suddenly a slew of other passages came flooding into his memory affirming and adding further insight. It was like a key and been slipped into a lock that opened the door to a mansion of blessing. All of Scripture took on a new color, scent & flavor.Prior to this revelation, that is earlier in his studied in Romans, Luther had struggled with a passage in ch1 where Paul in vs16&17 says àFor I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “The just shall live by faith.”Martin says that perplexed him and began him thinking his understanding of righteousness might be off. What was this reference to “the righteousness of God.” And how does faith issue into justification? With the insight of ch3, now he knew. Righteousness is a gift God bestows by faith.But this isn't what threatened the Religious Establishment. Luther later acknowledged there were many others who'd taken a spiritual journey similar to his. Augustine in the 4th C., the Bohemian reformer Jan Hus a C before Luther and the Dutch pastor John Wessel a couple decades before. No, it wasn't Gift Righteousness that Catholic officials were concerned about. It was Luther's insistence the Church had gone off the rails in many of its everyday practices. Those practices clouded the glory of a soul set free by God's grace. And he was determined to do something about it. What brought him to the attention of those who'd eventually come out against him was his assault on the sale of indulgences, by which not a few Church officials were getting rich, including the Pope.We'll pick it up at this point in our next episode.

This episode of CS is titled, Luther's Struggle.As we saw last time, Luther's situation after appearing before Emperor Charles V at the Diet of Worms didn't look hopeful. The majority of officials there decided to apply the papal bull excommunicating Luther and removing his protection. Some of the nobles knew they could incur the Pope's favor by taking matters into their own hands and assassinating the troublesome priest. But the German prince Frederick the Wise, one of the Emperor's most important supporters, arranged to air-quotes à “kidnap" Luther on his way back to Wittenberg. He secreted Luther to his castle at Wartburg under an assumed identity. Now in hiding, Luther used the time to translate the NT from Greek into a superbly simple German Bible.  He finished it in the Fall of 1522 and followed it up with an OT translation from Hebrew. This took longer and wasn't finished till 1534. The completed Bible proved to be no less a force in the German-speaking world than the King James Version was later to be in the English sphere, and it's considered one of Luther's most valuable contributions.The revolt against Rome sparked by Luther's list tacked to the castle church door at Wittenberg began to spread.  In town after town, priests and town councils removed statues from churches and abandoned the Mass. More priests and monks stepped forward, adding their voice to the call for reform, many more radical than Luther. More importantly, an increasing number of civil officials decided to back Luther in defiance of the Emperor and Pope.By 1522, it was clear to Luther he could safety return to Wittenberg and put into practice the reforms he was convinced the Church needed to install. What he did there became the model for a good part of Germany. He abolished the office of bishop because he couldn't find it in Scripture. Local churches needed pastors who were servants, not a religious royalty.During his time at the Wartburg, Luther gave much thought to the issue of celibacy. He wrote a tract called On Monastic Vows where he expounded on the idea that a sequestered life wasn't really Biblical.  When he returned to Wittenberg, he dissolved the monasteries and ended clerical celibacy. The resources of the monasteries were used to relieve the poor, and marriages between former celibates became the order of the day. Erasmus noted that the tragedy of the break with Rome looked like it would finish as a comedy; with everyone married and living happily ever after.Luther himself took a wife in 1525, the former nun, Katherine von Bora. The story goes she was an eminently practical woman but not all that attractive. When her fellow sisters got married, she was left single and approached Luther, saying it was his fault she was now alone and without support. She suggested it was his duty to remedy her situation. When he asked how he as supposed to do that, she replied marrying her was his best option. So he did.A new image of full-time ministry appeared in western Christianity—the married pastor living like any other man with his own family. Luther later wrote, “There is a lot to get used to in the first year of marriage. One wakes up in the morning and finds a pair of pigtails on the pillow which were not there before.” By all accounts, while Martin and Katherine's marriage began as a purely pragmatic arrangement, the love between them grew into a rich joy. Luther was deeply affectionate to his wife, who often was instrumental in keeping Luther's frequent dark moods from overwhelming him. They had six children.Martin and Katherine lived in what had been the Augustinian convent. Their house was nearly always full of guests who enjoyed sitting at their table. Some of his students the Luthers had in for meals took down their conversation, now published in a work called Table Talk.Luther understood if Reform was to take root and grow, it had to be fueled by the study of the Bible. Studying Scripture required the ability to read it and to reason logically. So he placed a great emphasis on education and urged parents to send their children to school. To assist in the education of youth, he composed a Large Catechism in 1528, then a more popular Small Catechism a year later. In the Small Catechism, Luther gave a simple exposition of the Apostles' Creed, the Lord's Prayer, the Ten Commandments, and the two sacraments. He offered forms for confession, morning and evening prayers, and grace at meals.Keep in mind Luther hadn't begun in 1517 with a fully developed theological position and a plan to Reform the Roman church or break away and start a separate religious franchise.  That was nowhere on the horizon. When he tacked his list on Wittenberg's church door, it was simply a reflection of his desire that church officials begin examining both long-held traditions and more recent innovations by holding them up to the light of Scripture. As things progressed, Luther realized he had to follow his own advice.Many Protestants have heard of Luther's 95 Theses but they've not read them. It's surprising to see what he calls for people to examine there. Turns out, there's little in Luther's List that ended up in the core doctrines of the Reformation. But once Luther embraced the principle of reviewing everything in the light of God's Word, a far more complete doctrinal picture began to take shape. He saw his way clear in the matter of justification by grace thru faith. When he applied this to the issue of indulgences is when he popped up on Rome's radar. His emerging understanding of the priesthood of all believers was a threat Rome couldn't ignore because it threatened their religious hegemony. Soon, everything was being scrutinized in the light of Scripture.Luther translated the Latin liturgy into German. People began receiving Communion in both bread and wine. The emphasis in church services switched from the celebration of the Mass to the preaching and teaching of God's Word.In 1524, Germany got a taste of how far reaching Luther's call for reforms could reach. His insistence that church and society follow the commands of Scripture led to an uprising of the peasants against the nobility.  The people applied the concept of the freedom of the Christian to the economic and social spheres. Long kept under the domineering thumb of the nobility, the peasants revolted against their feudal lords. They demanded an end to medieval serfdom, unless it could be justified from the Bible, and relief from the excessive services demanded of them which kept them in virtual slavery.At the beginning of their protest, Luther agreed with the peasants and recognized the justice of their complaints. What he stridently warned against was the use of violence to enforce their will on a recalcitrant nobility. When violence did break out, he lashed out against the peasants. Since the printing press was already a major part of his work, he employed it again and wrote a pamphlet titled, Against the Thievish and Murderous Hordes of Peasants.  In it, Luther called on the princes to “knock down, strangle, stab … and think nothing so venomous, pernicious, or Satanic as an insurgent.”In 1525, the nobles crushed the revolt at a cost of some 100,000 lives. The survivors now called Luther a false prophet. Many of them returned to Catholicism or turned to more radical forms of the Reformation.Luther's conservative political and economic views devolved from his belief that the equality of all men before God applied to spiritual rather than secular matters. Though these views alienated the common people, they proved a boon to Luther's influence with the German princes, many of whom became Lutheran in part because Luther's views allowed them to control the Church in their territories, thereby strengthening their power and wealth.In 1530, a conference of Reformation leaders convened in Augsburg to draw up a common Statement of Faith. The leadership of the movement had already begun to move beyond Luther. He was still an outlaw and unable to attend. So the task of presenting Luther's ideas fell to his colleague, a young professor of Greek at Wittenberg, Philip Melanchthon. The young scholar drafted the Augsburg Confession signed by Lutheran princes and theologians. And though a growing movement of the German nobility now threw their weight behind the Reform, Emperor Charles V, who depended on their support, was no more inclined to join the movement than he'd been a Worms.After 1530, Charles made clear his intention to crush the growing heresy. The Lutheran princes banded together in 1531 in the Schmalkald League, and between 1546 and 55 there was scattered, on-and-off-again civil war. The combatants reached a compromise in the Peace of Augsburg, which allowed each prince to decide the religion of his subjects, with the only acceptable options being Lutheran or Catholic, and ordered all Catholic bishops to give up their property if they turned Lutheran.The effects of this treaty were profound. Lutheranism became a State religion in large portions of the Empire. It spread north to Scandinavia. Religious opinions became the private property of princes, and individuals had to believe what their prince chose.Luther remained engaged in unending debate with the Roman Church. And it wasn't long before he found himself embroiled in disagreements with other reformers. Outspoken and combative, he often collided with equally fierce opponents. These controversies took on a bitter edge that saw Luther hurling vicious epithets at his opponents. The insults he'd once used for the Pope were turned on fellow Reformers. All this greatly hampered reform.For example, Luther became entangled in a controversy with the humanist scholar and reformer Erasmus. The two had much in common, sharing concerns for scholarship, for opening up the Scriptures, and for doctrinal and practical reform. Still, they differed sharply in character and theological approach. Under pressure to declare himself either for Luther or against him, Erasmus turned to the important issue of the freedom of the will and published a work titled, Diatribe on Free Will in 1524. To this Luther made a scornfully sharp reply a year later in his Bondage of the Will. This work is a powerful statement of the Augustinian position that in matters of righteousness and salvation human will has no power to act apart from God's enabling grace. Erasmus replied to Luther's reply, but Luther ignored it. Erasmus then aligned himself with opponents of the Reformation, although still urging reform and maintaining friendly relations with other reformers.The Lutherans themselves experienced a split over how to understand Communion. Like a bulldog, Luther clung to the words of Jesus "This is my body" as supporting his belief that Jesus was present in the elements. When the Southern Germans and Swiss broke away saying that the elements were meant ot be understood as symbolic, Luther published a couple of scathing responses in 1526 and 7. There's a coarseness to his style in the second of these that may indicate Luther had no desire to win his opponents, only to insult them.Since this is a history and not theology podcast, I'm not going to go into all the nuances of the Eucharistic debate that ensued between the Lutherans and other Reformers. Suffice it to say, it became one of the major issues of controversy between them.Luther ran into other difficulties, too.He hoped at first that the renewing of the Gospel would open the way for the conversion of the Jews. When that didn't pan out, he made virulent attacks on them, planting a deep stain on his record. Philip of Hesse, a champion of the Reformation, became an embarrassment to Luther when he gave assent to Philip's bigamous marriage in 1540. The development of armed religious alliances in the empire worried Luther, for while he accepted the divine authorization of princes and valued their help in practical reformation, he struggled hard for the principle that the Gospel does not need to be advanced or defended by military power. He was spared the conflict that came so soon after his death.Even his sympathetic biographers have found it hard to justify some of Luther's actions in his declining years. By the time of his death in 1546, says biographer Roland Bainton, Luther was “an irascible old man, petulant, peevish, unrestrained, and at times positively coarse.” As chance would have it, his schedule brought him to Eisleben, the town of his birth, where he died on Feb. 18, 1546.Fortunately, the personal defects of an aging rebel don't in any way detract from the greatness of Luther's achievements, which transformed not only Christianity but Western civilization. He took four basic concerns and offered vital new answers.To the question - How is a person saved, Luther replied: not by works but by faith alone.To the question - Where does religious authority lie, he answered: not in the visible institution called the Roman church but in the Word of God found in the Bible.To the question—What is the church?—he responded: the whole community of Christian believers, since all are priests before God.And last, to the question—What is the center of the Christian life?—he replied: serving God in any useful calling, whether ordained or not.

This episode of CS is titled, Martin's List.In the summer of 1520, a document bearing an impressive seal circulated throughout Germany in search of a remote figure. It began, “Arise, O Lord, and judge Your cause. A wild boar has invaded Your vineyard.”The document was what's called a papal bull—named after that impressive seal, or bulla bearing the Pope's insignia.  It took 3 months to reach the wild boar it referred to, a German monk named Martin Luther who'd created quite a stir in Germany. But well before it arrived in Wittenberg where Luther taught, he knew its contents. 41 of the things he'd been announcing were condemned as à “heretical, scandalous, false, and offensive to pious ears; seducing simple minds and repugnant to Catholic truth.” The papal bull called on Luther to repent and publicly repudiate his errors or face dreadful consequences.Luther received his copy on the 10th of October. At the end of his 60-day grace period in which he was supposed to surrrender, he led a crowd of eager students outside Wittenberg and burned copies of the Canon Law and works of several medieval theologians. Included in the paper that fed the flames was a copy of the bull condemning him. That was his answer. He said, “They've burned my books. So I burn theirs.” That fire outside Wittenberg in December of 1520 was a fitting symbol of the defiance toward the Roman Church raging throughout Germany.Born in 1483 at Eisleben in Saxony to a miner, Luther attended school at Magdeburg under the Brethren of the Common Life. He then went to university at Erfurt where he learned Greek, graduating w/an MA in 1505. His plan was to become a lawyer, but the story goes that one day he was caught in a thunderstorm; a bolt of lightning knocked him to the ground. Terrified, he cried out to the patron saint of miners: “St. Anne, save me! And I'll become a monk.” To his parents' dismay, Luther kept the vow. 2 weeks later he entered the Augustinian monastery at Erfurt where he became a dedicated brother. Some years later he said about his being a monk, “I kept the rule so strictly that I may say that if ever a monk got to heaven by sheer monkery, it was I. If I had kept on any longer, I should have killed myself with vigils, prayers, reading, and other work.” Luther pushed his body to health–cracking rigors of austerity. He sometimes engaged in a total fast; no food OR water, for 3 days and slept without a blanket in winter.In the Erfurt monastery he did further theological study and was made a priest in 1507. When he transferred to Wittenberg in 1508, he began teaching moral theology, the Sentences of Peter Lombard, and the Scriptures. A visit to Rome on Augustinian business in 1510 opened Luther's eyes to the corruption so prevalent among the higher clergy there. When he returned to Wittenberg in 1512 he earned his Doctorate in Theology and was appointed to the Chair of Biblical studies which he occupied for the rest of his life.But throughout this time, Luther was consumed by guilt and the sense his sinfulness. While the majesty and glory of God inspired most, it tormented Luther because he saw himself as a wretched sinner, alienated from an unapproachably holy God.While performing his first Mass, Luther later reported, “I was utterly stupefied and terror-stricken. I thought to myself, ‘Who am I that I should lift up mine eyes or raise my hands to the divine majesty? For I am dust and ashes and full of sin, à and I am speaking to the living, eternal and true God?'” No amount of penance nor counsel from his peers could still Luther's conviction he was a miserable, doomed sinner. Although his confessor counseled him to love God, Luther one day burst out, “Love God? I do not love Him - I hate him!”Luther found the love he sought in studying the Word of God. Assigned to the chair of biblical studies at the recently opened Wittenberg University, he became fascinated with the words of Christ from the cross, “My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?”  Luther found an odd solace in the idea that that Christ was forsaken. Luther was a sinner. Christ wasn't. The answer had to lie in Christ's identification with sinful humans. Luther began to ponder the possibility that Jesus endured estrangement from God for us.A new and revolutionary picture of God began to develop in Luther's restless soul. Finally, in 1515, while pondering Paul's Epistle to the Romans, Luther came upon the words of Ch1v17 “For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, The just shall live by faith.”This was the key that turned the lock and opened the door to everything else that would follow. He said, “Night and day I pondered until I saw the connection between the justice of God and the statement that ‘the just shall live by his faith.' Then I grasped that the justice of God is that righteousness by which through grace and sheer mercy God justifies us through faith. Thereupon I felt myself to be reborn and to have gone through open doors into paradise.”Luther saw it clearly now. Man is saved only by his faith in the merit of Christ's sacrifice. The cross alone removes sin and save from the grasp of the devil. Luther had come to his famous doctrine of justification by faith alone. He saw how sharply it clashed with the Roman church's doctrine of justification by faith and good works—the demonstration of faith through virtuous acts, acceptance of church dogma, and participation in the sacraments.The implications of Luther's discovery were enormous. If salvation comes through faith in Christ alone, the intercession of priests was unnecessary. Faith formed and nurtured by the Word of God, written and preached, requires neither monks, masses, nor prayers to the saints. The mediation of a Church magisterium crumbles.At first, Luther had no idea where his spiritual discovery would lead. It took a flagrant abuse of church finances to move him to the center of rebellion in Germany, and into a revolutionary position regarding papal authority.The sale of indulgences, introduced during the Crusades, remained a major source of church income, especially that destined for Rome. The theology behind indulgences is rather complex and a subject we could spend considerable time on, but the upshot is this:  Jesus and the saints have done far more good than they need for themselves and have lived lives that produce an excess of righteousness others can draw upon. The Church hierarchy, specifically the Pope and his agents, are able to open what's called the “Treasury of Merit” all this excess goodness has gone in to, and assign it to less worthy individuals. So, in exchange for a meritorious work—like, making a pilgrimage, going on a Crusade, or making a financial contribution—the Church offered the sinner exemption from acts of penance.All too often, the peddlers of indulgences made them seem a sort of magic—as though a contribution automatically earned the one seeking it a reward, regardless of the condition of their soul. Sorrow for sin was conveniently overlooked. And some even implied you could buy permission to sin before committing it. All this deeply troubled Luther.So, armed with his new understanding of faith, he began to criticize the theology of indulgences in his sermons. He ramped things up in 1517 when the Dominican John Tetzel was preaching throughout Germany on behalf of a Vatican fund–raising campaign to complete the construction of St. Peter's basilica in Rome. In exchange for a contribution, Tetzel boasted, he would provide donors with an indulgence that would even apply beyond the grave and free souls from purgatory. Tetzel was a clever sloganeer who understood the power of marketing. He came up with the catchy ditty - “As soon as the coin in the coffer rings, the soul from purgatory springs.”To Luther, Tetzel's preaching was more than bad theology, it bordered on blasphemy. Irked by Tetzel's fleecing of the common people and provoked by his studies in Scripture, Luther drew up 95 propositions for theological debate and on October 31st of 1517, following university custom, posted them on the Castle Church door at Wittenberg, the place people put public notices. Among other things, Luther's list argued that indulgences can't remove guilt, do not apply to purgatory, and are harmful because they create a false sense of security. Little did anyone know that the spark had just been lit that fired the Reformation.Within a short time, Tetzel's fellow Dominicans in Germany denounced Luther to Rome as guilty of preaching dangerous doctrines. A Vatican theologian issued a series of counter-theses to Luther's list, claiming that anyone who criticized indulgences was guilty of heresy.At first, Luther was willing to accept a final verdict from Rome. But he quickly shifted to the position that his critics show him in Scripture that he was wrong. As his appeal to the Bible grew, he began to question the doctrine of purgatory. During an 8–day debate in 1519 with Church theologian John Eck at Leipzig, Luther said, “A council may sometimes err. Neither the Church nor the Pope can establish articles of faith. These must come from Scripture.”Luther had moved from his first conviction—that salvation was by faith in Christ alone to a second. Scripture, not popes or councils, is the standard for Christian faith and behavior.John Eck didn't miss Luther's spiritual resemblance to Jan Hus. After the Leipzig debate, he asked Rome to declare Luther a heretic. Luther put his case before the German people by publishing a series of pamphlets. In his Address to the Nobility of the German Nation, Martin called on the princes to correct abuses within the Church, to strip bishops and abbots of their wealth and worldly power, and to create a national, German Church.In his work titled, The Babylonian Captivity of the Church Luther spoke not to the Papal Schism of a century and a half before but how the doctrine of justification by faith had reformed, get this, his doctrine of the Church. He argued that Rome's sacramental system held Christians “captive.” He attacked the papacy for depriving individual Christians of their freedom to approach God directly by faith, without the mediation of priests. He said that in order for a sacrament to be valid, it had to be instituted by Christ and exclusively Christian. By these tests Luther could find no justification for five of the Roman Catholic sacraments. He retained only Baptism and the Lord's Supper, and placed even these within a community of believing Christians, rather than in the hands of an exclusive priesthood.All this had sweeping ramifications for the Church.  It brushed aside the traditional view of the church as a sacred hierarchy headed by the pope and returned to the early Christian view of a community of Christian believers in which all believers are priests called to offer spiritual sacrifices to God.In his 3rd pamphlet published in 1520, The Freedom of a Christian Man, Luther set forth in a conciliatory but firm voice his views on Christian behavior and salvation. This work is probably the best introduction to his central ideas. He wrote. “Good works do not make a man good, but a good man does good works.”On the eve of his excommunication from the Roman Church, Luther removed the necessity of monasticism by stressing that the essence of Christian living lies in serving God in one's calling whether secular or religious. All useful callings, he said, are equally sacred in God's eyes.In June of 1520, Pope Leo X issued his bull condemning Luther, giving him 60 days to turn from his heretical course. The bonfire at Wittenberg made clear Luther's intent, so his excommunication followed. In January of 1521 the pope declared him a heretic.The problem now fell into the hands of the young emperor, Charles V, who was under oath to defend the Church and remove heresy from the empire. Remember that all Church hierarchy can do is examine those suspected of heresy and declare them innocent or guilty. Punishment was not the duty of priests or monks. That was for the civil magistrate to carry out. So when Luther was declared a dangerous heretic and booted from the Church, it fell to the Emperor to carry out his execution. He summoned Luther to the imperial assembly at Worms, called a Diet, to give an account of his writings. Charles V understood how highly charged the political situation around Luther was since he'd become the hero for a good part of the German nobility Charles desperately needed in his contest with France and the Turks. The emperor wanted to make sure Luther was a verifiable heretic and not just someone Rome wanted to be rid of.While the exact record of the Diet at Worm s is a little cloudy, it seems one day, as Luther was shown a table full of books purported to be his, wherein his radical ideas were expressed, when asked if they were indeed his, and if he stood by all that he had written in them, he hesitated and showed some uncertainty. Whether his hesitation was due to his concern that maybe there were books there he'd NOT authored, or that some of his earlier writings may not have been as accurate in reflection of his present views – or that with the Emperor watching him he was being faced with a potentially life-ending challenge – we don't know. In any case he was allowed to retire for the day where he reflected on what he was really being challenged by and emerged to stand before the assembly on the morrow were he once again insisted that only Biblical authority would sway him. In a famous and oft quoted line he stated, “My conscience is captive to the Word of God. I will not recant anything, for to go against conscience is neither honest nor safe. Here I stand, I cannot do otherwise. God help me. Amen.”Bold. Courageous. But Charles V was not impressed. He declared Luther an outlaw. He pronounced, “This devil in the habit of a monk has brought together ancient errors into one stinking puddle, and has invented new ones.” Luther had 21 days for safe passage to Saxony before the sentence fell. It never came. Luther was saved from arrest and death by Duke Frederick the Wise, the prince of Saxony whose domains included Wittenberg. The Duke gave Luther sanctuary at his lonely Wartburg Castle. Disguised as a minor nobleman, and given the alias Junker George, Luther stayed for a year. He used the time to translate the New Testament into German, an important first step toward reshaping public and private worship in Germany.