The Kenwood Institute Podcast Reformed Theology | Session 8: Sola Fide | Dr. Kyle Claunch
Mar 4, 2026
A clear walk through the Reformation dispute over justification, contrasting infusion and imputation of righteousness. Historical backstory from Augustine to Trent and the medieval church shapes the debate. Distinctions between justification, regeneration, and sanctification get examined. Faith is unpacked into knowledge, assent, and trust as its role in justification is explored.
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Justification Is The Precise Target Of Sola Fide
- Justification is the precise aspect meant by sola fide, not the whole of salvation.
- Kyle Claunch contrasts justification with the broader salvation story: regeneration, sanctification, and glorification as distinct parts.
Trent Was A Reactive Definition Not Ancient Dogma
- The Council of Trent codified Roman Catholic justification only after the Reformation in reaction to reformers.
- Claunch argues Reformers reclaimed apostolic understanding rather than inventing justification doctrine.
Roman Catholic Justification Centers On Infusion
- Roman Catholic official definition: justification is infusion of righteousness begun at baptism and completed when sinner is totally righteous.
- Claunch highlights 'infusion' vs. the Reformers' 'imputation' as the core difference.