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."

Saturday 27 April 2024

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What do the references in the Old Testament referring to Israel have in common with the God of Christianity when it was not in existence at the time of its writing? For that matter flipping through the Old Testament in the Bible, it is quite noticeable that most of it precedes the arrival of Christ.

The establishment of the modern state of Israel in 1948 raises some interesting questions about the references to Israel in the Old Testament, which predates the modern state of Israel by thousands of years. Also, it is very hard to find references to Israel in the New Testament which instead refers to the teachings of Christ and his plan for salvation.

That is the reason why is it difficult to find a Jew who will refer to the New Testament when their hearts still lay with the Old Testament unless they have found some alternative reason to do so such as profiteering from the sales of books or other end times materials, Otherwise, it is rare.

The difficulty in finding a Jew who will refer to the New Testament while their hearts still lay with the Old Testament stems from several key reasons:

  1. Theological Differences: The Old Testament (Tanakh) is the sacred scripture of Judaism, while the New Testament is specific to Christianity. Jews do not consider the New Testament as part of their religious tradition, as it contains the teachings of Jesus Christ, whom they do not recognise as the Messiah.

  2. Historical Context: Throughout history, there have been instances of persecution and discrimination against Jewish communities by individuals or groups who claimed to be acting in the name of Christianity. This has led to a deep-seated wariness or mistrust among some Jews regarding Christian texts, including the New Testament.

  3. Interpretation of Scripture: Jews and Christians have different interpretations of many key theological concepts and scriptures. The differences in understanding the nature of God, the role of Jesus, and the concept of salvation make it challenging for Jews to relate to or accept the teachings of the New Testament.

  4. Cultural Identity: For many Jews, their cultural and religious identity is closely tied to the traditions, laws, and narratives found in the Old Testament. Embracing the New Testament could be seen as a divergence from this identity and heritage.

  5. Respect for Tradition: Jewish tradition places a strong emphasis on preserving and upholding their ancestral beliefs and practices. This can create a reluctance to engage with texts or teachings that are not part of their established religious framework.

While there may be individual Jews who study the New Testament out of academic curiosity or for interfaith dialogue purposes, the vast majority of observant Jews maintain a clear distinction between their sacred texts and those of Christianity, with their religious allegiance firmly rooted in the teachings of the Old Testament as you have revealed right here and right now.

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