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Guds ord er levende nr. 1138 den 13-02-2026

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Paulus reveals that all of us were once children of iniquity, living only for our own desires and sin.

The episode begins with a reading from Paulus' letter to the Ephesians, chapter 2, verses 3 onward, discussing how all people were once children of iniquity driven by fleshly desires. It highlights the biblical gap between the faithful and unfaithful, saved and forsaken, as a recurring theme. The speaker notes a modern tendency to blur this distinction, stressing the importance of clarity in understanding this reality. Paulus' life as a Pharisee is cited as an example of pursuing self-confirmation through intense religiosity rather than sin. The episode references Melanchthon's Confessio Augustana from 1530, a key Lutheran confession, which outlines three traits of human nature: born without fear of God, without trust in Him, and with desire. This is supported by biblical passages, such as Romans chapter 3, where Paulus states no one understands or seeks God. The discussion delves into how desire governs human actions, as mentioned in Romans chapter 7. It addresses the concept of a hard, unrighteous heart that resists humility before God. The episode introduces the idea that salvation means being saved from God's grace, which is fully revealed on the day of judgment. It contrasts God as both love and grace, noting that love does not uphold grace but can save from it. Jesus' words in Luke 19:10 are quoted, emphasizing His mission to seek and save the lost. The speaker explains that only those who recognize themselves as lost can accept Jesus' deliverance. The episode concludes with a prayer, acknowledging God's revelation through His word and spirit for salvation.

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