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An English translation of the 1543 Loci Communes, the first theological textbook during Luther’s lifetime, it teaches Christian doctrine in a clear, concise manner and is the basis for Chemnitz’ Loci Theologici. Melanchthon addressed issues important to his day and ours, including the nature of God, creation, sin, free will, Law and Gospel, justification, sanctification, the Church, and the...

assent to His promise. Therefore, we must obey this, and not let our minds wander off and sink into the darkness by seeking an election outside the Word, and thus leave Christ and omit His command to cling to His promise. Rather, we must hold to things which are certain, and not doubt that God has truly revealed His will in His promise and truly stands by what He has promised. We must determine that the promise of grace is not some empty fable, but being built up by true faith we must seek His blessings
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