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Ethan & Matthew finally make their way to the Protestant Reformation. As they explore this monumental moment in Christian & Church history, they discuss denominations, the 95 Theses, and several of the key people that arose during this time.

Show Notes:

Intro
Recap on the last episode about reformation during the Dark Ages
Why was it called the “Protestant” Reformation?
- They were protesting unbiblical teachings from the Catholic Church
Who was this guy Martin Luther?
What are the 95 Theses that Martin Luther nailed to the door of the church?
Why were the 95 Theses the trigger for the reformation as we know it?
- The combination of it being translated into the common language & the invention of the printing press
While Martin Luther was in Germany doing his thing, William Tyndale is shaking things up in England
Mindblowing connection of how the Protestant Reformation influenced the future of our country and expansion of Christianity
Original Protestant denominations
- Lutheran Church (Martin Luther)
- Reformed Church (John Calvin)
- Presbyterian Church (John Knox)
- Anglican Church (English reformers)
The 5 Solas (Alone, “this alone”)
- Sola Scriptura: Scripture Alone
- Sola Gratia: Grace Alone
- Sola Fide: Faith Alone
- Sola Christus: Christ Alone
- Soli Deo Gloria: To God’s Glory Alone
The danger of putting too much stock in a denominations beliefs rather than just plain Bible.
“We don’t get to heaven by following Calvin, but only by following Jesus.”

Resources:

What Was The Protestant Reformation? https://www.gotquestions.org/Protestant-Reformation.html
What Are The 95 Theses Of Martin Luther? https://www.gotquestions.org/95-theses.html
Who Was William Tyndale? https://www.gotquestions.org/William-Tyndale.html
What Are The Five Solas? https://www.gotquestions.org/five-solas.html

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