We do good works not so that we may one day get into heaven, but because we already have a place in heaven.
Sola Scriptura refers to the idea that the Bible is the highest, ultimate, and final authority for faith and life. It has to do with the sufficiency of Scripture; the supreme authority in all spiritual matters.
The Reformers did not start with the five solas intending to implement them as time moved on. No, in fact, Martin Luther’s initial concern had to do with the exploitation of the sale of Indulgences. That was it.
From no-fault divorce to the legalization of gay marriage, the church has failed to protect this holy creation ordinance from those who would seek to destroy it. What has resulted is a culture that has a very low view of marriage and instead exalts sex as the ultimate end-all of romantic relationships.
