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The Biggest Misunderstanding About Protestantism

Jun 10, 2024

Gavin Ortlund discusses how Protestantism aimed to reform, not create a new church. The podcast challenges the idea of a complete break in Protestantism, emphasizing the importance of renewal within the existing church structure. The conversation delves into the distinctions between Reformation and Revolution, highlighting the importance of returning to the ancient substance of the faith in Protestant traditions. The preservation of essential Christian beliefs amidst doctrinal corruptions in the medieval era is explored, along with the historical Protestant stance on reformation within the church through adherence to Holy Scripture.

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Protestantism aimed to reform, not create, the church by revisiting fundamental beliefs and removing historical corruptions.

The Reformers asserted the continuous existence of the church, emphasizing the need for reform to correct errors and abuses within the existing structure.

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Protestantism: Reframing the Misconception

Protestantism is often misunderstood as either a departure from the church or the creation of a new church in the 16th century. However, a more accurate view sees Protestantism as a reform within the existing church. This Reformation model emphasizes renewing the church by revisiting fundamental beliefs, removing historical corruptions, and focusing on the apostolic teachings. Rather than a total reinvention, Protestantism sought to revitalize and realign the church without starting anew.