Reformed Christian Studies

Presented by Ligonier Ministries (YouTube) Description: The book of Romans says that we are altogether unrighteous, therefore the grave awaits us. So what can we do? Is there a way to righteousness? How can someone be declared righteous by God? In this message, Dr. Sproul teaches us the most glorious and Christ honoring way, as he affirms that salvation is by “Faith Alone.” Direct Link:  Faith Alone (Part 2): What is Reformed Theology? with R.C. Sproul - YouTube

Presented by Ligonier Ministries (YouTube) Description: Regarding salvation, what is the fundamental difference between true Christianity and all the other religions of the world? Considering the question of salvation from the historical and theological framework of the Protestant Reformation, Dr. Sproul looks at “Faith Alone.” Direct Link:  Faith Alone (Part 1): What is Reformed Theology? with R.C. Sproul - YouTube

Source:  Live Q&A on Final Justification & Mark Jones - YouTube

By Shane Lems - Posted at The Reformed Reader : One of the major ways in which the Federal Vision departs from the historic Reformed/Presbyterian confessions is in their view of baptism. Federal Vision teachers teach that baptism is an effective instrument which unites a person to Christ. Here are a few FV quotes to show this significant departure. “By baptism one is joined to Christ’s body, united to Him covenantally, and given all the blessings and benefits of his work” (Summary Statement of AAPC’s Position on Covenant, Baptism, and Salvation).   “All baptized persons receive, objectively, the same promised inheritance and privileges” (Rich Lusk, “Do I Believe in Baptismal Regeneration?”).   “Baptism is covenantally efficacious. It brings every person baptized into an objective and living covenant relationship with Christ, whether the baptized person is elect or reprobate” (Douglas Wilson, “Credos: On Baptism,” #8). Read more here...