How did martin luther and his reforms encourage the growth of individualism and secularism?

a. by emphasizing the role of good deeds in achieving salvation
b. by rejecting the idea that the church hierarchy had special powers
c. by declaring that the bible was not a reliable source of religious truth
d. by asserting that believers must undertake all seven sacraments to demonstrate their faith

The correct option is B. Many corrupt practices were the order of the day in the church of God during Martin Luther's time. Priests were considered as the only one who know God and the bible, the priests used this ignorance of the Christians then to exploit them. Martin Luther preached against this, claiming that the priests have no special power. The actions of Martin Luther leads to reformation in the Christendom. 

The articles created a national government composed of a congress, which had the power to declare war, sign treaties, make alliances and more.