And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations;
Matthew 24:14
"Luther was ardent and zealous, fearless and bold, in reproving sin and advocating the truth. He cared not for wicked men or devils; he knew that he had One with him mightier than they all.
Luther possessed zeal, courage, and boldness, and at times was in danger of going to extremes.
But God raised up Melanchthon, who was just the opposite in character, to aid Luther in carrying on the work of reformation.
Melanchthon was timid, fearful, cautious, and possessed great patience. The hearts of these men the Lord knit together; they were inseparable friends.
Luther was a great help to Melanchthon when in danger of being fearful and slow, and Melanchthon in turn was a great help to Luther when in danger of moving too fast.
Melanchthon's farseeing caution often averted trouble which would have come upon the cause had the work been left alone to Luther; and oft times the work would not have been pushed forward had it been left to Melanchthon alone."
Early Writings p.222 E.G.W.
Matthew 24:14
"Luther was ardent and zealous, fearless and bold, in reproving sin and advocating the truth. He cared not for wicked men or devils; he knew that he had One with him mightier than they all.
Luther possessed zeal, courage, and boldness, and at times was in danger of going to extremes.
But God raised up Melanchthon, who was just the opposite in character, to aid Luther in carrying on the work of reformation.
Melanchthon was timid, fearful, cautious, and possessed great patience. The hearts of these men the Lord knit together; they were inseparable friends.
Luther was a great help to Melanchthon when in danger of being fearful and slow, and Melanchthon in turn was a great help to Luther when in danger of moving too fast.
Melanchthon's farseeing caution often averted trouble which would have come upon the cause had the work been left alone to Luther; and oft times the work would not have been pushed forward had it been left to Melanchthon alone."
Early Writings p.222 E.G.W.