What Is an Evangelical?

Summary

This sermon explores the historical meaning of "evangelical," tracing its origins to 16th-century Germany and its widespread adoption by American Protestants in the 19th century. It highlights that the term historically signified a commitment to the Bible and the gospel, uniting diverse denominations. The takeaway is that the modern categorization of "mainline" Protestants obscures this historical unity and the fundamental tenets of evangelicalism.