The Reformation and a “Head, Heart, and Hand Theology” -
What did the Reformation give to Christians?
Joel Beeke explains in this video that the Reformation gave to Christians a “head, heart, and hand theology.” Roman Catholicism did not allow an individual to study the Bible for themselves – rather, they were forced to comply with the teachings of the Pope. But, Christianity and the Reformation helped individuals to realize that they do not need the permission of a Pope to read and study Scripture. The Reformation helps us to recognize that a mindless Christianity is a spineless Christianity.
Christianity also feeds the heart and hands of an individual and moves them to godly piety. They desire to live our lives for God. The Reformation is all about Christ. His sacrifice motivates our feet and our hands. Believers desire to spread the Gospel around the world and do missions because the church that doesn’t evangelize will fossilize.
Matthew 5:16 (NKJV) – “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”
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