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Rediscovering and Reliving the Faith
Reformation Sunday
Rediscovering and Reliving the Faith
Preacher - Rev. T. Devaputhiran, 29th October23 Morning
Introduction: Reformation Day: 31st of October, 1517.
Three key passages: John chap. 2, 2 Chronicles and the Book of Revelation Chap. 2
A story: “Tell me, why people call me a Christian?”
What exactly was reformed in the 16 th century?
What are the factors that contributed and effected the reformation movement?
Definitions: ‘Make or become better by removing or putting right what is bad or wrong’.
“A reformed person is the one who has given up bad ways and is now living a good life.”
“Reformation can be defined as a radical change for the better in social, political and religious affairs.”
Reformation in the Bible: Noah – Abraham – Moses – Prophets - Jesus Christ – St. Paul
The Reformation movement began with Martin Luther (1483-1546)
The supremacy of the Pope was over thrown. God and his living word became the sole authority over all
people.
The belief in purgatory was abandoned.
The cult of worshipping saints and Mary were discontinued because Christ is the sole mediator.
The famous slogans in those days were: 1) Faith alone 2) Scripture alone 3) Christ alone 4) Grace alone 5) To
God alone be the glory.
Worship of idols and relics were abandoned.
Out of the 7 sacraments only 2 were accepted with the new interpretation of the sacraments.
The Roman Church’s claim to be the sole dispenser of grace was nullified.
The priesthood was stripped of its Quasi-magical pretensions. Priesthood of all believers was emphasized.
The Bible was translated into vernaculars and worship service was conducted not in Latin but in people’s
language.
Last, but not the least, the Roman Catholic Fathers and Brothers married the nuns.
What about the present day churches?
Three areas of reformation:
1. Constant reminder of our apostolic calling – John 2
2. Critical evaluation of our Christian life – Matthew 23 & Luke 11
3. Continuous balancing of the heritage and new expressions of faith - 2 Chr. 34 & Rev. 2
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By EGMORE WESLEY CHURCHReformation Sunday
Rediscovering and Reliving the Faith
Preacher - Rev. T. Devaputhiran, 29th October23 Morning
Introduction: Reformation Day: 31st of October, 1517.
Three key passages: John chap. 2, 2 Chronicles and the Book of Revelation Chap. 2
A story: “Tell me, why people call me a Christian?”
What exactly was reformed in the 16 th century?
What are the factors that contributed and effected the reformation movement?
Definitions: ‘Make or become better by removing or putting right what is bad or wrong’.
“A reformed person is the one who has given up bad ways and is now living a good life.”
“Reformation can be defined as a radical change for the better in social, political and religious affairs.”
Reformation in the Bible: Noah – Abraham – Moses – Prophets - Jesus Christ – St. Paul
The Reformation movement began with Martin Luther (1483-1546)
The supremacy of the Pope was over thrown. God and his living word became the sole authority over all
people.
The belief in purgatory was abandoned.
The cult of worshipping saints and Mary were discontinued because Christ is the sole mediator.
The famous slogans in those days were: 1) Faith alone 2) Scripture alone 3) Christ alone 4) Grace alone 5) To
God alone be the glory.
Worship of idols and relics were abandoned.
Out of the 7 sacraments only 2 were accepted with the new interpretation of the sacraments.
The Roman Church’s claim to be the sole dispenser of grace was nullified.
The priesthood was stripped of its Quasi-magical pretensions. Priesthood of all believers was emphasized.
The Bible was translated into vernaculars and worship service was conducted not in Latin but in people’s
language.
Last, but not the least, the Roman Catholic Fathers and Brothers married the nuns.
What about the present day churches?
Three areas of reformation:
1. Constant reminder of our apostolic calling – John 2
2. Critical evaluation of our Christian life – Matthew 23 & Luke 11
3. Continuous balancing of the heritage and new expressions of faith - 2 Chr. 34 & Rev. 2