491 years ago today a disturbed monk placed a long list of theological concerns that he wanted discussed on the door of a church in Germany. It didn't take long before this list got into the hands of the people, and eventually into the hands of the leadership of the Church. Martin Luther was summoned to defend his positions, refused to give up on his positions and the Reformation came into full swing.
As a result, the central doctrine of the Church (Justification by grace alone through faith alone) was recovered. The doctrine that taught all people in the Church were priests before God was recovered. The Sacraments were brought back to their proper place. The church was freed to worship God in the freedom of His word.
Today we have much to be thankful for as heirs of the Reformation: Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, Sola Scriptura, Soli Deo Gloria!
On the lighter side, here is the "95 theses rap" It was put together by some students up at Yale. The accuracy of some of the things they rap is certainly questionable, but at least it will give you a decent laugh.
HT: Veith
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