Obedience to legitimate authority is one of the fruits and evidences of Christian sincerity.
No man can be severe in his judgement who feels that the mild eyes of Christ are fixed upon him
Unless we feel it is an honour and joy to give, God does not accept the offering
We Are Not Heretics or Schismatics
This article was written by Charles Hodge to Pope Pius IX on why the Protestants could not accept the Pope's invitation to attend Vatican I. The differences between the Protestants and Roman Catholics are discussed, as well as church unity.