The Reformation and Missions

Northwest Bible Church – Oct. 30, 2022 – Reformation Day – Alan Conner
The Reformation and Missions

Intro

1. RECOVERY OF THE GOSPEL.

a. Rom. 1:17.

b. The 5 SOLAS embody the gospel.

2. REVIVAL OF THEOLOGY AND MISSIONS.

a. The Great Commission, Mt. 28:18-20.

b. Gospel-centered theology gave rise to an explosion of outreach.

3. TRANSLATION OF THE SCRIPTURES

a. The work of translation is essential for missions. Luke 24:46-47

b. Reformation translators.
John Wycliffe
John Hus
Martin Luther
William Tyndale

4. GOSPEL EXPANSION.

a. Persecution. Acts 8:1-4

b. Preaching.

5. THE REFORMATION AND ITS CULTURAL FRUITS.

a. The Gospel and Cultural change. Matt. 28:20

b. The sanctifying influence of good works. Gal. 6:10

c. The Protestant Reformation and its abiding influence.

Conclusion