Section 09

The Core of Protestantism

A strong religious impulse expressing itself

Formulated by Luther

Refused to regard Pope or general council as infallible

To them the Christian was bound by his allegiance to God

Protestant convictions

Essence of the Gospel

Retained a sense of community

Their individualism was not irresponsible but submitted itself to the divine sovereignty.

Held themselves accountable to God and believed to submit to Pope and council was to put authority above God.