Friends of the Reformation

Stewarding the history of the Reformation to glorify God and increase our joy in Him.

Several magistrates and political leaders supported the Reformation and played significant roles in its advancement. Some of the most notable figures are listed below.

Reformers

Why the Reformation Matters

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Five Key Reformers

Martin Luther
1483 - 1546
God's Hammer – Meet the instrument God used to formally ignite the Reformation
Ulrich Zwingli
1484 - 1531
God's Soldier – Meet the Swiss shepherd and statesman who taught and modeled living and dying for the truth
William Tyndale
1494 - 1536
God's Scholar – Meet the English master of languages whose heart was so tuned to Christ that he literally gave his life to get the Bible into the hands of his countrymen
John Calvin
1509 - 1564
God's Theologian – Meet God's instrument known as "the theologian" and organizer of the Reformation
John Knox
1513 - 1572
God's Preacher – Meet the Scot who feared God and no man, and who exemplified logic on fire to spread a passion for God's glory and man's joy in Christ

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Five "Solas"

Sola Scriptura

The formal principle of the Reformation is captured in a return to God through Scripture.
Sola Fide

The material principle of the Reformation was justification by faith alone.
Sola Gratia

The rediscovery of the grace of God over and against religious works.
Solus Christus

The restoration of Christ to the center of all things.
Soli Deo Gloria

The reorientation of aim to glorify and enjoy God in all things.

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Overview

Get a snapshot overview of the FIVE FIVES of the Reformation