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With all due respect, this article is utter nonsense. I would suggest the author does not have a grasp on the seriousness of the Reformation or a clear understanding of the errors of Rome. While the Reformation may not be a happy celebration; it is a solemn celebration in which Protestants give thanks that God opened the eyes of the church to the truth. The failing of Rome is to clearly understand that one is saved BY GRACE THROUGH FAITH. We are NOT saved by works as Rome would have us believe. For the author to say that Catholics are right on this matter underscores his misconception of this serious doctrinal error. It is heresy of the worst sort. So much that Martin Luther and other Protestant leaders of that time was willing to sacrifice their lives over it.

And a slight correction needs to be made in this article. Protestantism, as it was originally cast in the Reformation, did not reflect the age of enlightenment. I think one will find ample evidence that the belief in a man-centered view is a Catholic notion that migrated to most non-Reformed churches through Joseph Arminian. Reformers maintained, and still maintain, God works out His plan and He is in control-not man.

Christians are united not because they have a headquarters in Rome. That is absolutely preposterous. Christians are united by their love of the brethren whenever they go. I can travel anywhere in the world and find common bonds with fellow believers.

I, for one, rejoice in the Reformation and God opening up the eyes of the church to the truth. Understanding the Reformation has helped me to see how arrogant mankind, including myself, can be. We are a sinful wretched lot who somehow received undeserved favor by a truly divine and loving God. I can only pray that someday God will help others to cast aside our arrogant and see the divine truth that it is He that saves us-to the praise of His great glory through our Lord Jesus.