We also have concerns that the freedom and certainty of the gospel is at times obscured in these other traditions—for example, in the theology of indulgences, or the necessity of confession to a priest. While we can share the core gospel message with many of the traditions outside Protestantism, certain of their practices and beliefs have the unfortunate effect of both blurring it and adding on to it. Protestantism keeps the gospel central and clear. The net result is clarity and assurance.
