October 31, 1517

I'm sure there are thousands of Reformation Day celebrations and worship services being held in the US and across the globe on this date. But was the 95 Thesis enough, and how many people today have actually read it?
For the social context of the 16th century, the 95 Thesis and the Reformers in general provided a good wakeup call for the people, the Church, and governments. Looking back nearly 400 years later, we like to critique and judge some of the actions which took place during this time period by both Protestant and Roman Catholic leaders and figures, but we must understand that this time period was something entirely foreign to anything we could comprehend, just as Martin Luther or Erasmus would be unable to comprehend someone in London, England, being able to read this blog right now.
But for today, how should we view the Reformation? Was it something that happened into the 16th century only, or is it something that should be continuing today?
I believe the latter is most preferable. The Church should always be reforming, and always working for purity in doctrine and practice, which is something that was not fully attained in the 16th century, and it is something which is not attained in the 21st century. While, I do not believe we will experience a perfect Christianity, or Church before Consumation, I do believe that the Church of Jesus Christ should be actively seeking to model Christ and expand His message across the world, and while we are here, it is our duty to strive for a Biblical Christianity on earth.

Book of the day Back To Basics, Rediscovering the Richness of the Reformed Faith.