Here is a review of the different efforts for religious reform which had been pressing prior to the Reformation: regarding the political structure and papal leadership in Rome, individuals such Wycliffe and Huss, civil revolt and logical thinking in the era. The success of Luther’s revolution was related to many circumstances coming together at that time. Notably in his theology of Grace is understanding that it is delivered by God to the personal level, so also it is universal – and therefore, available to all.