We believe, because the Bible teaches, that salvation is by grace alone through Christ alone. Our sin is against God. The only way to be reconciled to him is through him, and that’s why Jesus came. The Word became flesh.
Sola Scriptura refers to the idea that the Bible is the highest, ultimate, and final authority for faith and life. It has to do with the sufficiency of Scripture; the supreme authority in all spiritual matters.
The Reformers did not start with the five solas intending to implement them as time moved on. No, in fact, Martin Luther’s initial concern had to do with the exploitation of the sale of Indulgences. That was it.
