What is Salvation?
It’s important to keep in mind that salvation encompasses what God has done for us, not what we can do for Him. God has taken the initiative in His plan of redemption, reaching out to us through Christ. Hence, the answer regarding the question of salvation as given by Paul and Silas is, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31 NIV). The Greek word translated “believe” in the passage is pisteuo, meaning “to believe, put one’s faith in, trust, with an implication that actions based on that trust may follow.”[2] Belief, then, encompasses more than just knowing about Jesus. One must also act on this knowledge, combining faith and trust and acting on it.
Salvation also entails repentance – a sincere willingness to radically change our behavior (see, for instance Matthew 3:2; 4:17; Mark 6:12; Luke 13:3-5; Acts 2:38). There is a certain degree of humility that is also required on our part in order to submit to Christ and receive salvation. In the story of the jailer, for instance, we are told he “fell trembling before Paul and Silas” (Acts 16:29 NIV). He also addressed them as “Sirs,” using a term of respect and acknowledging the authority of Paul and Silas in Christ. In other words, the roles are reversed. Rather than the Christian prisoners being under the authority of the jailer, it is the jailer who now humbly submits to them, sincerely seeking God’s salvation.
The word translated as “saved” is charged with deep theological implications, meaning “to save, rescue, deliver; to heal … to be in right relationship with God, with the implication that the condition before salvation was one of grave danger or distress."
Christ’s death and resurrection offers every one of us an opportunity for salvation. When is the right time to accept His offer? As C.S. Lewis said, “Now, today, this moment, is our chance to choose the right side. God is holding back to give us that chance. It will not last forever. We must take it or leave it.”
It is free to you but very costly. It cost Jesus His life to be able to bring this to you.
Have you made a decision to receive the free gift of Salvation today?
Yes? We would love to hear from you right now. You have entered the Father's family and we are here to help you grow and understand the plans and purposes God has put in your heart. The good things he made you to do and to help you grow in your relationship with Jesus.
Trees grow big and strong and can withstand the harsh elements when their roots are deep and strong. It is the same for us all. Planting in the Body of Christ, into a Word based Spirit filled Church is essential to the health of our Christian walks and to those around us that we can also help. Consider connecting with the Promise Faith Centre Church and see where God takes you!
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Salvation also entails repentance – a sincere willingness to radically change our behavior (see, for instance Matthew 3:2; 4:17; Mark 6:12; Luke 13:3-5; Acts 2:38). There is a certain degree of humility that is also required on our part in order to submit to Christ and receive salvation. In the story of the jailer, for instance, we are told he “fell trembling before Paul and Silas” (Acts 16:29 NIV). He also addressed them as “Sirs,” using a term of respect and acknowledging the authority of Paul and Silas in Christ. In other words, the roles are reversed. Rather than the Christian prisoners being under the authority of the jailer, it is the jailer who now humbly submits to them, sincerely seeking God’s salvation.
The word translated as “saved” is charged with deep theological implications, meaning “to save, rescue, deliver; to heal … to be in right relationship with God, with the implication that the condition before salvation was one of grave danger or distress."
Christ’s death and resurrection offers every one of us an opportunity for salvation. When is the right time to accept His offer? As C.S. Lewis said, “Now, today, this moment, is our chance to choose the right side. God is holding back to give us that chance. It will not last forever. We must take it or leave it.”
It is free to you but very costly. It cost Jesus His life to be able to bring this to you.
Have you made a decision to receive the free gift of Salvation today?
Yes? We would love to hear from you right now. You have entered the Father's family and we are here to help you grow and understand the plans and purposes God has put in your heart. The good things he made you to do and to help you grow in your relationship with Jesus.
Trees grow big and strong and can withstand the harsh elements when their roots are deep and strong. It is the same for us all. Planting in the Body of Christ, into a Word based Spirit filled Church is essential to the health of our Christian walks and to those around us that we can also help. Consider connecting with the Promise Faith Centre Church and see where God takes you!
Are you wanting to know more and would like to talk to someone?
We are here just for that! Please also fill in the below form and we will get back to you shortly.