Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical narrative, the concept of salvation frequently encompasses deliverance from enemies, both physical and spiritual. This theme is woven throughout the Scriptures, illustrating God's power and faithfulness in rescuing His people from adversaries.Old Testament Context The Old Testament is replete with instances where God delivers His people from their enemies. One of the most prominent examples is the Exodus, where God delivers the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. In Exodus 14:13-14 , Moses reassures the Israelites, "Do not be afraid; stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still." The theme of deliverance continues in the period of the Judges, where God raises leaders to save Israel from surrounding nations. Judges 2:16 states, "Then the LORD raised up judges, who saved them from the hands of these raiders." This cycle of oppression and deliverance underscores God's role as the ultimate Savior of His people. King David's life also exemplifies deliverance from enemies. In 2 Samuel 22:1-4 , David sings a song of deliverance, saying, "The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold and my refuge, my Savior—You save me from violence." Prophetic Literature The prophets often speak of a future deliverance from enemies, pointing to a time when God will establish His kingdom and vanquish all opposition. Isaiah 25:8 proclaims, "He will swallow up death forever. The Lord GOD will wipe away the tears from every face and remove the disgrace of His people from the whole earth. For the LORD has spoken." New Testament Fulfillment In the New Testament, the concept of deliverance from enemies takes on a spiritual dimension. Jesus Christ is portrayed as the ultimate deliverer, saving humanity from sin, death, and the powers of darkness. Colossians 1:13-14 declares, "He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins." The Apostle Paul frequently speaks of spiritual warfare and the believer's victory over spiritual enemies through Christ. In Ephesians 6:12 , he writes, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this world’s darkness, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." Eschatological Deliverance The ultimate deliverance from enemies is eschatological, as depicted in the book of Revelation. Revelation 19:11-16 describes Christ's return as a conquering King who will defeat all His enemies, establishing His eternal reign. This final victory is the culmination of God's salvific work, where all opposition is vanquished, and His people are eternally secure. Throughout the Bible, salvation as deliverance from enemies is a multifaceted theme, encompassing physical, spiritual, and eschatological dimensions. It highlights God's sovereignty, faithfulness, and the ultimate triumph of His kingdom. Torrey's Topical Textbook Luke 1:71,74That we should be saved from our enemies, and from the hand of all that hate us; Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Zacharias's Hymn God Alone the Salvation of his People Songs of Deliverance The Gospel Day Seen in Prophecy. Salvation by Faith A Stanza of Deliverance Salvation: Grace: Faith How the Sea was Divided Asunder for the Hebrews, when they were ... Trophies of Grace Of Israel's Bondage in Egypt, their Deliverance, and their Passage ... Resources What is the plan of salvation? | GotQuestions.orgWhat are the steps to salvation? | GotQuestions.org How can you believe in salvation by faith alone when the only occurrence of 'faith alone' in the Bible (James 2:24) says that salvation is not by faith alone? | GotQuestions.org Salvation: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Salvation is Deliverance From: Enemies Salvation is Deliverance From: Eternal Death Salvation is Deliverance From: Sin Salvation is Deliverance From: The Devil Salvation is Deliverance From: This Present Evil World Salvation is Deliverance From: Uncleanness Salvation is Deliverance From: Wrath Salvation is Far off from the Wicked Salvation is of the Appointment of God Salvation is of the Patience of God Salvation is of the Purpose of God Salvation is Through Faith in Christ Salvation of Israel, Predicted Salvation of the Gentiles, Predicted Salvation: All the Earth Shall See Salvation: Announced After the Fall Salvation: Came to the Gentiles Through the Fall of the Jews Salvation: Christ: Appointed For Salvation: Christ: Brings, With Him Salvation: Christ: Came to Effect Salvation: Christ: Died to Effect Salvation: Christ: Exalted to Give Salvation: Christ: Mighty to Effect Salvation: Christ: Raised up For Salvation: Christ: The Author of Salvation: Christ: The Captain of Salvation: Confession of Christ Necessary To Salvation: Final Perseverance Necessary To Salvation: from Generation to Generation Salvation: from Sin, to be Worked out With Fear and Trembling Salvation: God is Willing to Give Salvation: Godly Sorrow Works Repentance To Salvation: Illustrated by a Cup Salvation: Illustrated by a Helmet Salvation: Illustrated by a Horn Salvation: Illustrated by a Lamp Salvation: Illustrated by a Rock Salvation: Illustrated by a Shield Salvation: Illustrated by a Tower Salvation: Illustrated by a Victory Salvation: Illustrated by Chariots Salvation: Illustrated by Clothing Salvation: Illustrated by Typified by the Bronze Serpent Salvation: Illustrated by Walls and Bulwarks Salvation: Illustrated by Wells Salvation: Ministers are a Sweet Savour of Christ to God, in Those Who Obtain Salvation: Ministers: Give the Knowledge of Salvation: Ministers: should be Clothed In Salvation: Ministers: should Endure Suffering That the Elect May Obtain Salvation: Ministers: should Exhort To Salvation: Ministers: should Labour to Lead Others To Salvation: Ministers: should Use Self-Denial to Lead Others To Salvation: Ministers: Show the Way of Salvation: No Escape for Those Who Neglect Salvation: Preaching the Word is the Appointed Means of Salvation: Reconciliation to God, a Pledge of Salvation: Regeneration Necessary To Salvation: Revealed in the Gospel Salvation: Saints are Heirs of Salvation: Saints: Appointed to Obtain Salvation: Saints: Ascribe, to God Salvation: Saints: Beautified With Salvation: Saints: Clothed With Salvation: Saints: Commemorate, With Thanks Salvation: Saints: Daily Approach Nearer To Salvation: Saints: Earnestly Look For Salvation: Saints: Evidence, by Works Salvation: Saints: Have a Token of, in Their Patient Suffering for Christ Salvation: Saints: Have, Through Grace Salvation: Saints: Kept by the Power of God To Salvation: Saints: Praise God For Salvation: Saints: Pray for a Joyful Sense of Salvation: Saints: Pray for the Assurance of Salvation: Saints: Pray to be Visited With Salvation: Saints: Receive, As the End of Their Faith Salvation: Saints: Satisfied By Salvation: Saints: Welcome the Tidings of Salvation: Searched Into and Exhibited by the Prophets Salvation: Sought in Vain From: Earthly Power Salvation: Sought in Vain From: Idols Salvation: The Gospel is the Power of God To Salvation: The Heavenly Host Ascribe, to God Salvation: The Scriptures are Able to Make Wise To Salvation: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Related Terms Salvation-having (1 Occurrence) |
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