Sola Christus

Christ Alone

For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus,
1 Timothy 2:5 (ESV)

During the time of the Reformation, the church had often placed many things between the sinner and the Savior — saints, priests, indulgences, rituals, and human traditions. Martin Luther and the Reformers boldly proclaimed that salvation is found in Christ alone. No human being, no ceremony, and no good work can reconcile us to God. Only Jesus Christ, the crucified and risen Son of God, is the Mediator who bridges the gap between our sin and God’s holiness.

Solus Christus means that Christ’s work is completely sufficient. His death on the cross was enough to atone for every sin. His resurrection is enough to conquer death and open the way to eternal life. There is nothing we can add to His finished work — and nothing we must. As Luther said,

“I must listen to the gospel. It tells me not what I must do, but what Jesus Christ, the Son of God, has done for me.”

This truth brings tremendous comfort. We do not have to wonder whether we’ve done enough, prayed enough, or believed enough. We rest entirely in Jesus, who has done everything necessary for our salvation. He is our perfect High Priest, our Redeemer, and our Advocate before the Father.

In every season of life — in guilt, fear, suffering, or joy — we turn our eyes to Christ alone. The church, at its best, always points to Him. Our preaching, our worship, our service — all exist to direct hearts to the One who said, “It is finished.”

Prayer:
Lord Jesus Christ, You alone are my Savior and my hope. Thank You for doing everything necessary to bring me to the Father. Keep my heart fixed on You, and let my life reflect Your love to others. Amen.