In this conversation, Gavin Ortlund, Ph.D., discusses the meaning of Protestantism as a renewal movement within the church. He emphasizes that Protestantism is not a rejection of other Christian traditions, but a reform and renewal effort based on the authority of Scripture. He also addresses the issue of institutional exclusivism and highlights the Protestant emphasis on the catholicity of the Church. Additionally, he explains his concerns with dogmas around the veneration of icons and the bodily assumption of Mary. The conversation explores the concepts of infallibility and authority within Protestantism, and the importance of abiding in Christ for assurance. The discussion concludes with a reflection on denominational identity and the need for Protestants to rediscover their rich historical roots.

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00:00 - Intro
00:19 - Protestantism as a Renewal Movement within the Church
06:27 - The Catholicity of the Church and Institutional Exclusivism
10:45 - Infallibility and Authority in Protestantism
19:18 - Assurance through the Ministry of the Holy Spirit
36:02 - Denominational Identity and Rediscovering Protestant Roots
39:25 - Finding a Joyful Protestant Identity
56:04 - Understanding Accretions in the Church
01:00:50 - Exploring Apostolic Succession
01:07:04 - Evaluating Scholarly Claims
01:11:18 - Distinguishing Valid and Necessary Offices
01:18:00 - The Role of Divine Guidance in Doctrinal Development
01:23:00 - Icon Veneration
01:35:00 - The Bodily Assumption of Mary
01:52:57 - The Strengths of Protestantism
01:55:18 - The Emphasis on Sola Scriptura

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