[HarleyD]

Sometimes the Roman roots the Reformed Churches is obvious. I don't see any reference to Sacraments increasing ones faith as footnoted in #4.

I would agree. I believe it is the word of God that increases one's faith and that is it alone. The sacraments are a outward demonstration of our faith.

BTW-We have been having personal testimonies at church. Testimony after testimony people will say, "This particular scripture talked to me and convicted me..." I thought if we actually understood the power of the scriptures, we would be spending time in sermons talking about current events.

[wmfights]

I believe it is the word of God that increases one's faith and that is it alone. The sacraments are a outward demonstration of our faith.

I'm with you!

Testimony after testimony people will say, "This particular scripture talked to me and convicted me..."

This is fantastic. We live in such a scientific age that people can't believe just reading Scripture can lead to a transformation in someone's life. The power of the Holy Spirit is to easily dismissed.

BTW, I would agree that the Westminster Confession is the best attempt to establish a systematic theology based on Scripture. It doesn't mean it's perfect, but what a great starting point.