Luther Believed That Works of Piety and Charity Were

question 9

Multiple Choice

Luther believed that works of piety and charity were:

• A) vital acts that determined a Christian's state before God.
• B) not important in the life of a Christian.
• C) the natural outgrowth of justification and Christian devotion.
• D) unnecessary after Pope Sixtus IV more clearly defined the Treasury of Merits.
• E) were only necessary for unbelievers who wanted a chance at salvation.

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