“The Doctrines of the Reformation – Grace Alone” 8 For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, 9 not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8-9 As the reformers considered the teachings of Scripture regarding justification, they observed that sinful men and women were…
“The Doctrines of the Reformation – Faith Alone” 21 But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law, although the Law and the Prophets bear witness to it— 22 the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. Romans 3:21-22a From the doctrine of Sola Scriptura (Scripture Alone) we saw that God’s Word is the rule of faith for the believer.…
“The Doctrines of the Reformation – Christ Alone” For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit… – 1 Pet. 3:18 As we saw last week, the Scriptures alone are the rule of faith for believers, being necessary for us to understand our need…
“The Necessity of Reform: The Church’s Crisis of Holiness” 13 Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. 14 As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, 15 but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in…
“The Necessity of Reform: The Church’s Crisis of Authority” For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith, as it is written, “The righteous shall live by faith.” – Romans 1:16-17 We began our series…
“The Necessity of Reform: The Church’s Crisis of Authority” 14 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it 15 and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 16 All Scripture is breathed out by…