Theology Applied THE LIVESTREAM - Did Protestantism Destroy Christendom?
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Oct 24, 2025 Join The Other Paul, an insightful content creator and historian specializing in Reformation history, as he tackles profound questions about Protestantism's impact. He disputes the myth that the Reformation rejected sacraments and liturgy, asserting Anglicanism's rich traditions. Discover how the Reformation influenced concepts of public speech, and learn about its complex relationship with the Enlightenment. Paul's engaging analysis offers a fresh perspective on these historical debates, making it a compelling listen for theology enthusiasts.
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Reformation Didn’t Abandon Liturgy
- The English Reformation preserved liturgy and allowed national churches to ordain ceremonies if not repugnant to Scripture.
- Anglicanism balanced liturgical richness with reforms against Roman abuses and retained sacramental reverence.
Beauty Trains The Imagination
- Jeremy Taylor argued sensory elements (music, ornaments, perfumes) can direct imaginations toward heavenly goods.
- Protestants historically defended high liturgy to train affections, not to mimic Rome.
Anglicanism Affirms Real Sacramental Grace
- The 39 Articles call sacraments "effectual signs of grace" and affirm partaking the body and blood in the Lord's Supper.
- Anglican formularies reject a mere-symbol memorialist view and treat sacraments as means of grace.
