How Protestantism Fails in its Claims to Being the “Authentic” Version of Christianity as Opposed to Apostolic Churches Such as Catholicism or Eastern Orthodoxy

Protestantism falls short in its claims to being the "authentic" version of Christianity as opposed to apostolic churches such as Catholicism or Eastern Orthodoxy because it is a relatively new movement, having been born out of the Reformation in the 16th century. Protestantism fundamentally differentiates itself from these traditions in several ways: it is non-creedal, it emphasizes the doctrine of sola scriptura (Scripture alone), and it is doctrinally diverse, consisting of hundreds of different denominations and sects. Therefore, Protestantism lacks the historical continuity and cohesion found in apostolic churches, and the authority of apostolic tradition is not seen in the same way. Additionally, Protestantism does not recognize the same seven sacraments as the apostolic churches and its interpretation of certain doctrines, such as the Eucharist and the role of the Pope, differ greatly.