Sola Fide
About This Series:
What does it mean to be right with God? Can anyone really be sure of heaven? Those are the questions at the heart of Sola Fide—Latin for “faith alone.” This foundational truth of the Christian faith answers how a person is justified before a holy God.
First preached by Stephen Davey in 2002, this six-part series explores the doctrine of justification by faith—a truth the Reformers called “the master and prince over all doctrines.” Recovered during the Protestant Reformation, Sola Fidedraws a clear line between biblical Christianity and every system of works-based religion.
Through Romans 3 and beyond, this series will help you understand salvation by grace, the sufficiency of Christ, and the radical freedom that comes through trusting Him alone.
Sermons In This Series
But . . . Now!
(Romans 3:21–22) Two simple words—“But now”—mark the turning point of human history. In this message, Stephen contrasts the dark reality of sin with the bright hope of God’s righteousness, made available to sinners apart from the Law. This gospel was foretold in the Old Testament and fulfilled in Christ, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.
The Great Divide
(Romans 3:23) “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” This verse delivers the universal verdict: every human being is bankrupt before a holy God. In this message, Stephen explains why our best efforts still fall short—and why faith in Christ is the only way to cross the great divide.
The Wooden Memorial
(Romans 3:24–25) The cross of Christ stands as a permanent reminder of two profound truths: redemption and propitiation. Redemption means we’ve been bought out of slavery. Propitiation means God’s wrath has been fully satisfied. In this message, you’ll be reminded of just how much the cross accomplished—for you.
Going to Heaven . . . Old Testament Style
(Romans 3:25–26) How were people saved before Jesus came? This message shows how faith in God’s promised sacrifice has always been the way to salvation—whether looking forward or backward to the cross. Old Testament sacrifices pointed to a greater atonement, and the cross secured it once and for all.
The Gospel War: Paul vs. James
(Romans 3:28, James 2:24) Do Paul and James contradict each other? One says we’re justified by faith; the other says by works. In this message, Stephen explains that Paul speaks of justification before God, while James speaks of evidence before men. True saving faith is never alone—it always bears fruit.
What the Cross of Christ Destroys
(Romans 3:27–31) The cross doesn’t just save us—it changes us. This closing message unpacks how the cross destroys pride, prejudice, and presumption. It upholds God’s perfect standard while offering sinners a new standing in Christ—righteous by grace, through faith alone.