Tomorrow we recognize Reformation Day — the anniversary of the posting of Martin Luther’s 95 theses on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg. That event is largely recognized as precipitating the Reformation.
Now you might wonder what the Reformation really was all about. The Reformation is typically identified with five concise terms — these phrases denote the gospel truths that the leaders of the Reformation fought and gave their lives to defend and protect. They are truths that are still foundational for biblical ministry today:
- Sola Scriptura — Scripture alone is the sole and final authority for life and godliness.
- Sola Christus — Christ alone is the mediator between God and man through His work on the cross.
- Sola Gratia — Grace alone is the reason for salvation; man does not merit and cannot earn the favor of God.
- Sola Fide — Faith alone is the mechanism by which the free gift of salvation is received. Justification from God is realized only through faith.
- Soli Deo Gloria — The glory of God alone is the purpose for which all things are done.
Words of Grace 