Episode 92 – Bondage of the Will Part 1

Episode 92 – Bondage of the Will Part 1

November 28, 2025 · 39 min

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Mike Yagley and Evan Gaertner discuss Martin Luther's 'Bondage of the Will' and its arguments against Erasmus' views on free will.

Mike Yagley and Evan Gaertner review De Servo Arbitrio , which means Bondage of the Will , by Martin Luther. It was published in 1525 in response to Erasmus’ work from 1524 on humanity in De libero arbitrio diatribe sive collatio or On Free Will. The first part of this book by Luther is a recounting of the arguments made by Erasmus. This podcast picks up with Luther’s position. Luther walks through key passages of Scripture to show that the work of God is necessary for salvation. This episode is the beginning of a multi-part examination of this fundamental work by Martin Luther. Beer Break Spotted Cow by New Glarus Brewing Company . This beer is only available for purchase in Wisconsin but has become well known throughout the midwest.

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Hosts: Mike Yagley, Evan Gaertner

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Organizations: New Glarus Brewing Company

Products: Spotted Cow

Books & works: De Servo Arbitrio, De libero arbitrio diatribe sive collatio

Places: Wisconsin

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