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Luther House of Study
God’s Speaking vs God’s Word | Matthew 17:1-9 with Lars Olson
31 minutes Posted Feb 9, 2026 at 9:00 am.
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On Transfiguration Sunday, just before Lent begins, we climb the mountain with Peter, James, and John and watch Jesus reveal who he truly is. Our conversation with Lars Olson leans heavily into Luther’s Law and Gospel distinction: God’s holy voice exposes our sin and leaves us in fear, while Jesus delivers mercy through his speaking. As Moses and Elijah fade and only Christ remains, we hear that salvation doesn’t come from building booths or getting it right, but from listening to...