Reformed Tradition
The Reformed Tradition is a branch of Protestant Christianity that came from the 16th-century Reformation. Its belief is that the ultimate authority is the Bible, the sovereignty of God in salvation, and the importance of grace and faith in receiving salvation. This tradition’s focus is the Word of God, prayer, and the sacraments of baptism and communion. The following are Highlights from the Reformed Tradition’s Core Beliefs:
- Sola Scriptura (Scripture Alone): The Bible is the ultimate source of authority for faith and practice.
- Sola Gratia (Grace Alone): Salvation is entirely a gift from God, not earned through human merit.
- Sola Fide (Faith Alone): Justification before God is received through faith in Jesus Christ, not through good works.
- The Sovereignty of God: God’s power and authority are supreme in all things, including salvation and creation.
- Covenant Theology: The Bible can be understood through the framework of God’s covenants with humanity.