The Heart of the Reformation: A 90-Day Devotional on the Five Solas

by Ligonier Ministries

Sometimes one word is all that stands between the truth and a lie, between life and death. In the Reformation, that word was sola , “alone.” At a time when leaders in the church claimed to speak for God, the Protestant Reformers reminded God’s people that Scripture alone is our infallible authority. While many people sought to work their way to heaven, the Reformers boldly proclaimed the only true salvation is by God’s grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, to the glory of God alone. That word, “alone,” made all the difference then, and the same is true today. Take up this devotional to spend ninety days with the five solas of the Reformation. These core biblical truths display the reliability of God’s Word and the depths of His mercy, helping you grow in faith day by day.

Genres: Theology, Devotional, Nonfiction

157 pages, Paperback

Published November 23, 2021

Reviews

[Tyler Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Of the devotionals I’ve read thus far, this one has certainly been the best. (Sorry Ed Welch).

This provides you with a verse (or set of verses), and explanations of a theological idea or term, and gives us some application for the topic at hand.

It’s geared toward understanding what the Five Solas actually mean, and it does a great job with that. I would recommend this to all Christians, but it would be better, I believe, for students in high school or college. Seriously enjoyed this.

[Peter Butler · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recently finished using, The Heart of the Reformation: A 90 Day Devotional on the Five Solas by Ligonier Ministries.

For those who may be unaware, the “Five Solas” are five “Alone” statements that were – and are – foundational to the Reformation and the Reformed understanding of Christianity. These are Sola Scriptura (Scripture Alone), Solus Christus (Christ Alone), Sola Gratia (Grace Alone), Sola Fide (Faith Alone), and Soli Deo Gloria (to the Glory of God Alone).

Each of these five are explored through Scripture and devotional reading. The devotional is divided into five sections or collections of readings. Each day’s devotion begins with a Scripture that presents the sola in the section being explored. Then there is a reflection on the text including an explanation of how the text shows the truth of the sola. To the side of each reading are four of five readings “for addition study.”

As someone who believes that the solas are biblical and taught throughout the Scripture, I had my understanding and belief in them supported and widened. I would recommend this devotional to every Christian, whether Reformed or not.

The two things that I hope will change in future editions of this devotional are: to publish the text in a larger font. I found it on the difficult side to read. Also, and even more importantly, each section is divided by a light green page with white text on it, which I found almost unreadable. The combination of colors doesn’t work.

So, put on your reading glasses and learn more about the Scriptural doctrines explored in this devotional.

[Mark Gring · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very solid overview and reminder of key reformed theology ideas. Wonderful family devotional book.

[Matt Crawford · Rating 5 out of 5]

The heart of the reformation is a devotional. But it revolves around the five Solas. The book is divided into the five corresponding portions. There is a verse of the day, a small commentary and an application. I especially appreciated the application because often times books similar to this, spent all the time on doctrine, and do not tell you how to apply it to your daily life.

[Kelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good review of the five Solas in a devotional format. Each section was clearly written with additional supporting text to study. The only problem I had was the occasional use of white text on light green pages that was hard for my old eyes to read.

[Jesus Salgado · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a helpful primer on the 5 solas on the Reformation. 90 days worth of true treasure, will have to go through this devotional again at some point.

[Heather · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful devotional!

[Jedi Master Nate Lightray · Rating 5 out of 5]

A well done devotional dedicated to the five solas. I finished mine early due to plane flights, but would love to do the next one with family.

[Jenna Sasala · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good, but sometimes the meaning of the text can be difficult to discern because of the way things are worded.

[Joseph McBee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like all of Ligonier resources I have ever read, this was well-written and helpful.

I didn't read it as a devotional, but as a reference for a person study into the 5 Solas of the Reformation and it was good for that.