This thread is dedicated to
@Mary Meg
How do you know whether or not you should be a Protestant? Let's take a look at where Protestantism began - with the Five Solas. All Reformational theology flows from these five principles, which are actually five objections to Roman Catholic theology. So take a look at each of these and see how it sits with you. If you agree with these, you are not Roman Catholic and could never be. But if you disagree with them, you're not being biblical! Sorry, had to reveal my bias there.
1.
Sola Scriptura - The Bible alone is the word of God and the only infallible rule of faith and practice.
2.
Solus Christus - Jesus Christ is the only savior of sinners and his atoning sacrifice is sufficient to save them.
3.
Sola Gratia - Our salvation is not earned in any part; it is a free gift of God from start to finish.
4.
Sola Fide - We are forgiven our sins and counted righteous in God’s sight solely by trusting in Christ.
5.
Soli Deo Gloria - The ultimate end of all God’s works in creation and redemption is his own glory alone.
Don't make me cry by trying to deny any of these wonderful doctrines.