The material principle of the Reformation is found in Romans 5:1. This is the principle of Faith which is the cornerstone of Christianity. It is the key that unlocks all the other Solas. Without faith, it is impossible to please God : we can never earn his favour or forgiveness by works. Only by faith in Christ, are we justified and deemed righteous in the sight of God.
If you ever believed that God couldn't use you because of your past, you need to hear God's message through Peter. A disciple that...
After fleeing from God in disobedience, Jonah finds himself in the belly of a great fish... proving you can run but you can't hide!...