In October, we mark 500 years since Martin Luther nailed his 95 complaints to the church house door. Now is the time to plan a special worship service, sermon series, prayer meeting, or Bible study on key theological aspects of the Reformation that shape our belief and practice today.
One Illinois church we know is planning a sermon series on the “solae” of the Reformation:
- Sola scriptura (Scripture alone)
- Sola fide (faith alone)
- Sola gratia (grace alone)
- Solus Christus (Christ alone)
- Soli Deo gloria (glory to God alone)
Luther’s bulletin board raid occurred on October 31, 1517, so the Sunday before that anniversary date (October 29, 2017) is a great date for a special worship service. Consider a single service built on the five solae. Sing Luther’s hymn, “A Mighty Fortress is Our God.” And the new classic “In Christ Alone” is an excellent theological summary.
Bible Gateway recommends these Scriptures:
Romans 1:17
Ephesians 2:8
1 Peter 2:5
2 Timothy 3:16
Matthew 11:29-30
– From IBSA’s Resource magazine, Fall issue. Look for more ideas in the next issue of the Illinois Baptist, including a special section on the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.