How To Be Saved

How To Be Saved Many people wonder how they can be saved from the consequences of their sins and have eternal life. The Bible teaches that salvation is a gift from God that cannot be earned by human efforts or merits. Salvation is based on God's grace and mercy, which He offers to anyone who believes in His Son, Jesus Christ, as their Lord and Savior. Jesus Christ died on the cross for the sins of the world and rose again from the dead, proving His power over sin and death. Anyone who confesses their sins, repents of their wrongdoings, and trusts in Jesus Christ as their only way to God will be saved. Salvation is not a one-time event, but a lifelong relationship with God that involves obedience, growth, and service. To be saved, one must follow the steps below: 1. Recognize that you are a sinner and that you need God's forgiveness. Romans 3:23 says, "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." 2. Acknowledge that Jesus Christ is the Son of God who died for your sins and rose again from the dead. John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." 3. Repent of your sins and turn away from your old way of living. Acts 3:19 says, "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord." 4. Receive Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior by faith. Romans 10:9 says, "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." 5. Confess your faith in Jesus Christ publicly and join a local church where you can grow in your knowledge and love of God. Matthew 10:32 says, "Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven."

Sunday 18 February 2024

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For example; some people claim that we are living in the end times, but they also say that before the end comes, the gospel has to be preached to the whole world. This is a contradiction, because the gospel has not reached every nation and people group yet. How can we expect the end to come if God's plan is not fulfilled? We should focus on spreading the good news of Jesus Christ instead of speculating about the date of His return.

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However, what you have mentioned are not the 10 Essential Christian Bible-Beliefs but a mishmash of other quotations from various sources. The 10 Essential Christian Bible-Beliefs are based on the teachings of Jesus Christ and the apostles, as recorded in the New Testament. They are the core doctrines that define Christianity and distinguish it from other religions. They are also the foundation for living a godly life and growing in spiritual maturity.

Here are the 10 Essential Christian Bible-Beliefs!

Christians believe that the Bible is the inspired word of God, and that it reveals his character, his will, and his plan for humanity. The Bible is not just a collection of stories, but a unified message of salvation through Jesus Christ. Here are 10 essential beliefs that Christians derive from the Bible:

- God is the creator and ruler of the universe. He is eternal, holy, and loving. He exists in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. (Genesis 1:1; Psalm 90:2; John 3:16; Matthew 28:19)

- Humans are made in the image of God, but they have sinned and fallen short of his glory. Sin separates them from God and leads to death and judgment. (Genesis 1:27; Romans 3:23; 6:23; Hebrews 9:27)

- Jesus Christ is the Son of God, who became a human being through the virgin birth. He lived a sinless life, performed miracles, taught the truth, died on the cross for our sins, rose from the dead, and ascended to heaven. He is the only way to God and the only mediator between God and humans. (John 1:1-14; 14:6; 1 Timothy 2:5; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4)

- Salvation is a gift of God by his grace through faith in Jesus Christ. It is not based on human works or merit. Anyone who believes in Jesus as their Lord and Savior is forgiven of their sins, reconciled to God, and given eternal life. (Ephesians 2:8-9; John 3:16; Romans 10:9-10)

- The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, who indwells every believer at the moment of conversion. He guides, teaches, empowers, and gifts believers for godly living and service. He also convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. (John 14:16-17; 16:7-11; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-11)

- The Church is the body of Christ, composed of all believers from every nation, tribe, and tongue. The Church exists to worship God, edify one another, and proclaim the gospel to the world. The Church is also called to practice baptism and communion as ordinances instituted by Christ. (Ephesians 1:22-23; 4:11-16; Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 2:42-47)

- The Bible is the final authority for faith and practice for Christians. It is inspired by God and without error in its original manuscripts. It is profitable for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness. (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21; Psalm 19:7-11)

- Angels are spiritual beings created by God to serve him and his people. They are powerful, but not omnipotent or omniscient. They are holy, but some of them rebelled against God and became evil. Satan is the leader of these fallen angels, who oppose God and his purposes. (Hebrews 1:14; Psalm 103:20-21; Jude 6; Revelation 12:7-9)

- The Future is in God's hands, who knows the end from the beginning. He has revealed some aspects of his plan in the Bible, such as the return of Christ, the resurrection of the dead, the final judgment, and the new heaven and earth. Christians are called to live in hope and readiness for these events. (Isaiah 46:10; Matthew 24:36-44; Revelation 20:11-15; 21:1-5)

- The Glory of God is the ultimate goal of all things. He alone deserves all praise, honor, and worship. He displays his glory in his creation, his redemption, his providence, and his revelation. Everything exists for his glory and pleasure. (Psalm 115:1; Romans 11:36; Revelation 4:11)

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