Happy Reformation Day!
Many folks know October 31st as Halloween, but do you also know that it marks a very significant day in the life of Christian church as well. Many Christians mark today remembering the monumental moment when a young Augustinian monk by the name of Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses for debate upon the door of the Wittenberg Castle on October 31, 1517.
It is a day and an event with which every Christian should be familiar. And since we at New City Church are are Reformational church, today is a perfect opportunity to brush up on events that shape our historical identity.
Here are some good resources to learn more about this significant event, as well as an interesting article for reflection as you see zombies walking around Calgary today.
It is a day and an event with which every Christian should be familiar. And since we at New City Church are are Reformational church, today is a perfect opportunity to brush up on events that shape our historical identity.
Here are some good resources to learn more about this significant event, as well as an interesting article for reflection as you see zombies walking around Calgary today.
- First of all, for a good Q&A aritcle orienting you to Reformation Day, check out, "What Was Luther Doing When He Nailed His 95 Theses to the Wittenberg Door?"
- In honour of Reformation Day, the good folks at Ligonier Ministries are offeringtoday only the downloadable 10 part series, "Luther & the Reformation" for free.
- The kind folks at Desiring God are offering John Piper's free ebook, "Martin Luther: Lessons from His Life & Labor." This new ebook features five chapters that present a sketch of Luther's life and distell relevant lessons for all Christians.
Happy Reformation Day!
