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Reformation Day is October 31. One of the ways our family celebrates is by breaking out our hymnals and singing some of Martin Luther’s hymns. My personal favorite? A Mighty Fortress is Our God<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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click to print A Mighty Fortress coloring page<\/a><\/div>\n

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One of the things I like most about old hymns is the fact that so many are so rich in doctrine. Moreover, the truths they teach can be traced straight back to the Bible. Just meditate for a moment on the words of this one. I’ve included supporting scriptures after each stanza. Just click on the references to read the related passages yourself.<\/p>\n

A Mighty Fortress<\/h2>\n

A mighty fortress is our God, a bulwark never failing.
\nOur helper He, amid the flood of mortal ills prevailing.
\nFor still our ancient foe doth seek to work us woe;
\nHis craft and pow\u2019r are great, and, armed with cruel hate,
\nOn earth is not his equal.
\n[Prov. 14:26<\/a>; Psalm 62:6<\/a>; Deut. 31:8<\/a>; Psalm 54:4<\/a>; 1 Pet. 5:8<\/a>; Rev. 12:9<\/a>]<\/em><\/p>\n

Did we in our own strength confide, our striving would be losing.
\nWere not the right Man on our side, the Man of God\u2019s own choosing.
\nDost ask who that may be? Christ Jesus, it is He;
\nLord Sabaoth, His Name, from age to age the same,
\nAnd He must win the battle.
\n[Amos 2:14<\/a>; 1 Cor. 1:25<\/a>; 1 Pet. 1:20<\/a>; Heb. 1:12<\/a>; Matt. 12:8<\/a>; Heb. 13:8<\/a>; 1 Cor 15:57<\/a>]<\/em><\/p>\n

And though this world, with devils filled, should threaten to undo us,
\nWe will not fear, for God hath willed His truth to triumph through us.
\nThe Prince of Darkness grim, we tremble not for him;
\nHis rage we can endure, for lo, his doom is sure,
\nOne little word shall fell him.
\n[Rev. 18:2<\/a>; Psalm 27:3<\/a>; 2 Cor. 6:7<\/a>; 2 Cor. 2:14<\/a>; 2 Tim. 1:7<\/a>; James 1:2-3<\/a>; Rev. 20:10<\/a>; Heb. 4:12<\/a>]<\/em><\/p>\n

That word above all earthly pow\u2019rs, no thanks to them, abideth.
\nThe Spirit and the gifts are ours through Him Who with us sideth.
\nLet goods and kindred go, this mortal life also.
\nThe body they may kill: God\u2019s truth abideth still.
\nHis kingdom is forever.
\n[John 1:1-4<\/a>; John 14:26<\/a>; 1 Pet. 4:10<\/a>; Luke 9:23<\/a>; Matt. 19:29<\/a>; Matt. 10:28<\/a>; Isaiah 40:8<\/a>; Dan 6:26<\/a>]<\/em><\/p>\n

– Martin Luther, 1529<\/p>\n

Lift Your Voice<\/h2>\n

Want to sing along? In four-part harmony? You can download sheet music for this grand old hymn below.<\/p>\n

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click to print A Mighty Fortress sheet music<\/a><\/div>\n

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Celebrate Reformation Day by singing Martin Luther\u2019s well-loved hymn.<\/a><\/p>\n

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