Basic Beliefs of Christianity: Sola Gratia

One of my old ministers used to describe grace to me as Gods riches at Christ's expense (G.R.A.C.E.) and whilst this is a handy way to remember how Christ's death gives us a heavenly inheritance there is more we should say about grace.

Sola Gratia is latin for "Grace Alone", the idea being that Christians are saved by grace alone. But what does this mean and why was it such a big deal?

Basic Beliefs of Christianity: The Five Sola’s

For the next few week on the blog we are going to look at something called the Five Sola’s. The word Sola is latin for alone. These 5 beliefs are essential parts of Christianity that talk about God’s plan of salvation. These 5 beliefs were best articulated (put together) at the Reformation (1500’s-1600‘s AD). These 5 beliefs are fundamental to the faith and understanding of Christians, they are very important things to get right. 

Simul Iustus et Peccator - Lessons from the Reformation: Luther (Warning this is hardcore stuff that may need you to think deeply but it will change your life)

Martin Luther

Simul Iustus et Peccator!
No, I haven't lost my marbles. No I am not writing for people of another language. Yet this is one of the most important phrases for Christians to know if they are going to understand the Christian life (so important it is part of my exam prep at the moment). Well perhaps the English is a bit more important to know. But do you know what it means? You might have heard of the guy who said it first, Martin Luther.