The Sacraments and the Means of Grace

Point: Since God ordinarily uses external 'means of grace' (primarily the Word, sacraments, and prayer) to impart and strengthen saving faith, we must be careful neither to abuse nor to neglect our use of these 'means' if they are to prove effectual to our salvation.
I. The Origin of Faith
II. The Means of Grace and Faith
III. The Primacy of the Word
IV. The Nature of Function of the Sacraments