Heidelcast Heidelcast: Rome, Constantinople, or Geneva (Part 14): Justification (2)
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Oct 25, 2026 A searching comparison of Roman Catholic and Reformed views of justification. The discussion examines Trent’s preparationism, its rejection of unconditional election and imputed righteousness, and the role of good works in increasing righteousness. It also contrasts these teachings with the Reformation’s emphasis on grace alone, faith alone, and Christ’s righteousness alone, while presenting Geneva as a historic alternative to evangelical revivalism.
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Trent Was Not The Ancient Ecumenical Faith
- Scott Clark argues Trent’s justification doctrine developed through a medieval consensus rather than representing the ancient ecumenical faith.
- He distinguishes the universal creeds from later Roman dogma and presents Geneva’s Reformed theology as closer to Scripture and early Christianity.
When A PCA Service Looks Like Willow Creek
- Scott Clark describes PCA congregations whose worship can resemble Willow Creek, complete with casual seating and extended praise music.
- In one service, an unordained woman appeared to lead thirty minutes of worship before an elder formally began the service.
Revivalism Turns Worship Into A Sales Technique
- Scott Clark identifies contemporary evangelical worship as a blend of pietism and revivalism rather than historic Christian practice.
- He says revivalism functions as a sales technique perfected by Charles Finney, manipulating people instead of offering authentic Christianity.
