Definitions

Question 1

Theology

Answer 1

The application of God’s Word by persons to all areas of human life.

-John Frame

Question 2

Sola Scriptura

Answer 2

The Bible alone is the Word of God and the only infallible rule of faith and practice.

2 Tim 3:16-17

Question 3

Solus Christus

Answer 3

Jesus Christ is the only savior of sinners and his atoning sacrifice is sufficient to save them.

Acts 4:12

Question 4

Sola Gratia

Answer 4

Our salvation is not earned in any part; it is the free gift of God from start to finish.

Eph 2:8-9

Question 5

Sola Fide

Answer 5

We are forgiven our sins and counted righteous in God’s sight solely by trusting in Christ.

Rom 4:4-5

Question 6

Soli Deo Gloria

Answer 6

The ultimate end of all God’s works in creation and redemption is his own glory alone.

Rom 11:36

Question 7

Divine providence

Answer 7

God’s sovereign control and direction of events in the world.

Eph 1:11

Question 8

Predestination

Answer 8

God’s sovereignty over all things entails his sovereignty over salvation.

Eph 1:11

Question 9

Radical Depravity

Answer 9

Since the Fall, humans are enslaved to sin and by nature bent toward evil in every part.

Gen 6:5

Question 10

Unconditional Election

Answer 10

God’s decision to save someone does not ultimately depend on anything in that person.

Acts 11:18

Question 11

Efficacious Grace

Answer 11

God’s special redemptive grace infallibly secures the salvation of those who receive it.

Rom 8:28-30

Question 12

Persevering Grace

Answer 12

God’s special redemptive grace will keep genuine converts faithful to Christ until the end.

Jn 10:27-28

Question 13

Particular Redemption

Answer 13

Christ’s atonement was intended by God to secure the redemption of the elect alone.

Jn 10:11