What are some Lutheran beliefs?
Baptism – Although Luther retained that Baptism was necessary for spiritual regeneration, no specific form was stipulated. Today Lutherans practice both infant baptism and baptism of believing adults. Individual Access to God – Luther believed that each individual has the right to reach God through Scripture with responsibility to God alone. It is not necessary for a priest to mediate. The Lord’s Supper – Luther also retained the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, but the doctrine of transubstantiation was rejected. Sacraments – Luther believed the sacraments were valid only as aids to faith (initiating and feeding faith), thus giving grace to those who participate in them. Salvation by Grace through Faith – Luther maintained that salvation comes by grace through faith alone; not by works and sacraments. Salvation for All – Luther believed that salvation is available to all humans through the redeeming work of Christ. Scripture – Luther believed the Scriptures contained the one necessary
