The Five Solas of Reformed Theology

1. Sola Scriptura

Only Scripture is the infalliable word of God. It is not the teachings of the pope or the early fathers, or the Reformers. Scripture is to be interpreted by scripture alone.

2. Sola Fide

It is only by faith that one is declared righteous by God. There is no works required but works do result from faith. You will do the deeds if you truly believe. But you do them without reward.

3. Sola Gratia

It is only by God's grace that anyone receives salvation. It is an unearned gift from God. Not won by works but because God chose to give it.

4. Solus Christus

It is only by Christ, the begotten Son of God, that we have a mediator between us and God. It is only through Christ that salvation comes into the world. It does not come through saints, the Reformers, the pope, or anyone but Christ.

5. Soli Deo Gloria

Only God has earned any glory and salvation is accomplished only through his will. No one deserves any glory but God. Not the reformers, not the popes, not the saints, and not anyone but God.