We "took" what we believe from Holy Scripture which combines the teachings of Jesus as well as God's subsequent revelation to the others to whom he utilized to create what we call the Bible. Roman Catholics also derived some of their core doctrines from the same source, so it is hardly accurate to insist we "took" anything from Catholicism.
True, we did not redefine Christianity, but the Catholic Church had and where their dogmas contradict Scripture, we reject the most grievous ones. Remember, the intent of the Reformation was NOT to break apart the church, but to steer it back to original orthodoxy. Those in charge at the time loved their wealth and power too much so a break had to happen.
I agree, This was true on both sides of the split. Martin Luther was also stubborn.
One positive point is the RCC grew from the experience. Did not the reformation bring about the council of Trent? IOW did not the RCC reform as well shortly after that time?
Martin certainly did not do anything about replacement theology. He had disdain for the Jews based on his writings.
Did Martin experience repentance or merely reformation? I do not know but, Thank God, God knows.
He would do well on the open FR religious forum.
In my Lutheran background many people, including me in the past, idolize Martin Luther.
The Scripture you received from the Church.
The reformation is the break from the Church.
Luther used the rich and the poor against each other.
Protestants are exactly what the Church says they are, separated brothers and sisters of Christ. For they cling to those things which the Church has taught them while rejecting others.
They have accepted the Church’s authority when it suited them and reject it when it does not. But, to what authority do they now submit. Scripture? Hardly, it is every man for himself and that has led to doctrinal and spiritual chaos.
So, when a protestant says they follow Scripture and Scripture alone, they are not sure whose teachings they follow. Just whatever one best tickles their ears, I guess.