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God, The Harsh JudgeMisconceptions about God viewing humanity with disdain often portray Him as a harsh judge eagerly waiting for people to stumble, relishing the idea of condemning them to eternal punishment in a lake of fire. Martin Luther, the German monk, and theologian who played a central role in the Protestant Reformation, described his feelings and experiences as a monk in various writings. One of his well-known quotes, referring to when he was a monk, is:"I lost touch with Christ the Savior and Comforter and made of Him the jailer and hangman of my poor soul." - Table Talk (Tischreden), No. 1686In this statement, Luther reflects on how he felt a sense of spiritual despair and guilt while striving to uphold the rigorous expectations and practices of monastic life. He realized that the religious system he was a part of had le ... ... Read more