Contrast the positions of Augustine and Pelagius on human nature, free will, and grace. Why did Augustine disagree with Pelagius so ferociously? What was at stake? Which viewpoint do you think is more persuasive? Ground your answer in the texts.

Explain Luther's doctrine of total depravity using his text "On the Bondage of the Will." Do you think that Luther's emphasis on total depravity contradicts the idea that human beings are made in the image and likeness of God? Why or why not