As we are continuing through our study of the Gospels, we are now introduced to the book of Mark. Mark was written by John Mark, the son of a woman named Mary in whose house the early Jerusalem church would meet, and it is addressed the church at Rome who was in the midst of … Continue reading
English Standard Version (ESV) Abraham Justified by Faith What then shall we say was gained by Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh? 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. 3 For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was counted … Continue reading
The Five Solas are five Latin phrases that emerged from the Protestant Reformation intended to summarize the Reformers’ basic theological principles in contrast to certain teachings of the Roman Catholic Church of the day. “Sola” is Latin meaning “alone” or “only” and the corresponding phrases are: Sola Fide, by faith alone Sola Scriptura, by Scripture alone Solus Christus, through Christ alone … Continue reading
