If someone wanted us to explain what the Reformed Faith is in just three words, we would answer, "God saves sinners." This means that God does ALL the work in saving His people. And this is the most basic idea of the Reformed Faith. Read on to learn more:

In October 31, 1517, Martin Luther posted 95 theses (statements) against the teaching of the Roman Catholic Church. This started the Reformation. "Reform" simply means a change of beliefs to follow the teaching of the Bible.

These 12 important points summarize the basic Reformed Faith:
1. Soli Deo Gloria - Glory of God Alone
2. Sola Scriptura - Scripture Alone
3. Solus Christus - Christ Alone
4. Sola Fide - Faith Alone
5. Sola Gratia - Grace Alone
6. Sovereignty of God
7. Holiness of God
8. Total Depravity (or Total Inability)
9. Unconditional Election
10. Limited Atonement
11. Irresistible Grace
12. Perseverance of the Saints

We believe that all glory belongs to God alone, not man (Romans 11:36).

We believe that the Scripture alone has the final authority to determine our beliefs (2 Timothy 3:16).

We believe that we are saved by Christ alone (John 14:6).

We believe that we are saved by faith alone, not by our works (Ephesians 2:8).

We believe that we are saved by grace alone (Ephesians 2:5).

Furthermore, we believe in a clearly defined doctrine of salvation according to God's sovereignty. We believe that God is sovereign (in control) in all things, including saving His people (Jonah 2:9).

Holiness of God: God is different from man. God always does what is right. God never does what is wrong. He is pure. (Psalms 96:9)

Total Depravity [or Total Inability]: All are born in sin, and all cannot and will not come to God by themselves (Romans 3:10-11,23, John 6:65).

Unconditional Election: God chose us before the world began. He did not chose us based on our works (Eph 1:4, Rom 9:11).

Limited Atonement [or Particular Redemption]: Christ died for sheep (believers) only (John 10:11).

Irresistible Grace [or Efficacious Grace]: God draws the sheep to Christ (Ezek 36:26-27, John 6:44).

Perseverance [and Preservation] of the Believers: When a person becomes saved, he cannot lose his salvation. A truly saved believer will live his life in obedience to God (John 10:28-29, John 14:15).

We believe that the Reformed Faith gives all glory to God. Soli Deo Gloria!