What are the main theological differences between Methodists and Lutherans? At the heart of Lutheran theology lies the concept of “sola fide” – justification by faith alone. This cornerstone of Lutheran thought emphasizes that salvation comes through faith in Christ, not through human works or merit. Lutherans hold firmly to the idea that God’s grace is the sole source of salvation, and that human beings are utterly dependent on this grace(Capetz, 2018). Methodists, while not rejecting the importance of faith,…

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