In case you are wondering what constitutes a “Reformed” Church, let me share with you the 5 Reformed Distinctives:
Scripture Alone (Sola Scriptura)
We affirm Scripture as the sole source of written divine revelation which alone can bind the conscience. The Bible alone teaches all that is necessary for our salvation and is the standard by which all Christian behavior must be measured.
Christ Alone (Solus Christus)
We affirm that salvation is accomplished by the work of Jesus Christ alone. His sinless life, substitutionary death and bodily resurrection are not only necessary, but are alone sufficient for our justification and reconciliation to God.
Grace Alone (Sola Gratia)
We affirm that in salvation we are rescued from God's wrath by his grace alone. It is the supernatural work of the Holy Spirit that brings us to Christ by releasing us from our bondage to sin and raising us to spiritual life.
Faith Alone (Sola Fide)
We affirm that justification is by grace alone through faith alone because of Christ alone. In justification Christ's righteousness is imputed to us as the only possible satisfaction of God's justice.
Glory to God Alone (Soli Deo Gloria)
We affirm that because salvation is of God and has been accomplished by God, it is for God's glory. Therefore, we are to live our entire lives under God's authority and for His glory alone.
