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When the term Reformed theology is used, it often refers to something less historical. Often it refers to a theology that acknowledges the doctrine of predestination and holds to a high view of the Bible as God’s inerrant Word. Sometimes it is also identified with the so-called five points of Calvinism: total depravity, unconditional election, limited atonement, irresistible grace, and the perseverance of the saints. These are all important teachings of the Reformed tradition, but they do not fully encapsulate or describe Reformed theology.
A better starting place is five statements that have been called the five solas of the Reformation. These five solas (sola is the Latin word for “only” or “alone”) are sola Scriptura (Scripture alone), sola fide (faith alone), sola gratia (grace alone), solus Christus (Christ alone), and soli Deo gloria (God’s glory alone). Put together, these solas clearly express the central concerns of the Protestant Reformation, which was about worship and authority within the church as much as it was about individual salvation. The “alone” in each is vital, and they emphasize the sufficiency of God’s Word and the gracious nature of salvation, received by faith alone, in Christ alone. The last of the five solas, soli Deo gloria, is the natural outworking of the first four. It reminds us that Reformed theology understands all of life in terms of the glory of God. To be Reformed in our thinking is to be God-centered. Salvation is from the Lord from beginning to end, and even our existence is a gift from Him.
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A Spotlight on the Scripture: Revelations 1 and 3 - Divine Promises and Warnings
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This is a spotlight on the Scriptures Revelation 1:3 Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near.
Prophecy gives warnings and chances to repent before God brings judgment on nations, families, or individuals. Likewise, God gives promises and prophecies to His faithful servants before granting rewards and blessings, offering them hope and encouragement.
During the challenging times faced by Christian Churches, especially Gentile Churches, in the Apostle John’s time, the revelation of future events was a significant blessing. Amidst the turmoil and persecution threatening the Church's survival, this revelation assured believers that the Living Lord was actively working for His Church.
The prophecy promised that through conflict and stress, the Church would emerge purified and perfected, ready as a bride for Christ. This assurance provided immense comfort and hope to the early Christians, strengthening their faith during difficult times. May it be a reminder for us (the church) in the 21st century. Our hope is in Christ alone. This is a spotlight on the Scriptures.
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The spotlight on the scriptures, revelations 1 and 3. Blessed is the one who will be alive the words of this prophecy and blessed are those who hear, who keep what is written in it, for the time is near. Listen. Prophecy gives warning and chances to repent before God brings judgment on nations, families or individuals. Likewise, god gives promise and prophecy to his faithful servant before granting reward and blessings. Offer them hope and encouragement During the challenging time faced by Christian churches, especially Gentile church churches and the Apostle John time.
Speaker 1:The revelation of a future event was a significant blessing Amidst the turmoil and persecution that threatened the church's survival. This revelation ensured believers that the living Lord was actively working for the church's survival. This revelation assures believers that the living Lord was actively working for the church. The prophecy promises that, through conflict and stress, the church will emerge purified and perfect, ready as a bride for Christ. This assurance provides immense comfort and hope to the early Christians, strengthening their faith during difficult times. May it be a reminder for us, the church, in this 21st century, that our hope is in Christ and Christ alone. This is a spotlight on the scriptures. Outro Music.
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