White Horse Inn Nicaea and Protestantism: "One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church"
Jun 22, 2025
Explore what it means for Protestants to embrace the notion of 'one holy catholic church.' The hosts dive into the historical context of the Nicene Creed, dissecting Protestant identities in contrast to Catholic claims. They celebrate the universal reach of Christianity while warning against the dangers of modern individualism. The importance of communal practices like the Lord's Table is highlighted, revealing how contemporary interpretations can undermine church unity. Rich theological insights contrast with modern shallow beliefs, affirming the church's divine mission.
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Reformers' View of the Catholic Church
- The Reformers saw themselves as continuing the true church, not creating new churches.
- Catholic means universal, reflecting the one true church's teachings grounded in Scripture.
Church's Transcendent Catholicity
- The church transcends geography, culture, and time but remains unified by the gospel.
- Catholicity shows the church's universal nature across all nations and eras.
Know True Church by Faith
- Don't identify your church membership by denomination but by faith in Christ and reception of Word and sacraments.
- Faithful preaching and sacraments mark true church membership, not church signage.
