We took a look in the last article (“What is Reformed” Part 1)
at the word Reformed from the perspective of a distinct
historical period. Out of that historical period emerged many
“reformational truths.” These Reformational truths took on
unique form through the various Reformed theologians and church
leaders, but can be summarized in what is called the “5 Solas.”
From the Reformation emerged what have been called the Solas of
the reformation. Sola is the Latin word meaning “alone.” The
five Solas are: 1.) Sola Scriptura, meaning “Scripture Alone”:
The bible is sole and supreme authority in all matters of life
and worship. The word of God is the measure of all things
claiming to be true, good, and beautiful. The bible is the
standard for truth. 2.) Sola Gratia, meaning “Grace Alone”:
Salvation is by grace alone through faith alone. God’s work in
saving the lives of sinful humanity is not earned or merited,
but is given freely and unconditionally out of God’s abundant
grace and love. 3.) Sola Fide, meaning “F