From the Frontline-Episode 157-Freedom of Conscience

From the Frontline: Freedom of Conscience

This week we will be discussing the importance of freedom of conscience. This year marks the 500th anniversary of the bold stand of Professor Martin Luther before the Emperor: “Unless I am convinced by Scripture, or by clear reasoning that I am in error – for popes and councils have often erred and contradicted themselves – I cannot recant, for I am subject to the Scriptures I have quoted; my conscience is captive to the Word of God. It is unsafe and dangerous to do anything against one’s conscience. Here I stand. I cannot do otherwise. So help me God. Amen.”

“This being so, I myself always strive to have a conscience without offense toward God and men.”

Acts 24:16