Topical Encyclopedia In Christian theology, salvation is fundamentally understood as deliverance from eternal death, a concept deeply rooted in the narrative of Scripture. Eternal death is often depicted as the ultimate consequence of sin, representing a state of perpetual separation from God. The Bible presents salvation as God's redemptive plan to rescue humanity from this fate through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.The Nature of Eternal Death Eternal death is described in the Bible as the second death, a spiritual death that follows physical death for those who are not reconciled to God. Revelation 20:14-15 states, "Then Death and Hades were thrown into the lake of fire. This is the second death—the lake of fire. And if anyone was not found written in the book of life, he was thrown into the lake of fire." This passage underscores the finality and severity of eternal death, emphasizing the importance of one's name being written in the book of life. The Role of Sin Sin is the root cause of eternal death. Romans 6:23 declares, "For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Here, the Apostle Paul contrasts the outcome of sin—death—with the gift of God, which is eternal life. Sin, therefore, earns death, but God's grace offers life through Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ: The Source of Salvation Central to the Christian understanding of salvation is the belief that Jesus Christ is the sole source of deliverance from eternal death. John 3:16 affirms, "For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." This verse highlights the love of God as the motivation for sending Jesus, whose sacrificial death and resurrection provide the means for eternal life. Faith and Repentance The pathway to salvation involves faith in Jesus Christ and repentance from sin. Acts 16:31 instructs, "Believe in the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, you and your household." This belief is not mere intellectual assent but a trust in Jesus as Savior and Lord. Repentance, a turning away from sin, is also essential, as seen in Acts 3:19 : "Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away." The Assurance of Salvation Believers are assured of their deliverance from eternal death through the promises of God. Romans 8:1 provides comfort: "Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." This assurance is rooted in the finished work of Christ, who has conquered death and offers eternal life to all who trust in Him. The Hope of Eternal Life The hope of eternal life is a central theme in the New Testament, contrasting the despair of eternal death. Titus 3:7 speaks of this hope: "so that, having been justified by His grace, we would become heirs with the hope of eternal life." This hope is not wishful thinking but a confident expectation based on God's promises. Conclusion Salvation as deliverance from eternal death is a profound aspect of the Christian faith, emphasizing God's love, grace, and the transformative power of Jesus Christ. Through faith and repentance, believers are rescued from the consequences of sin and granted the promise of eternal life with God. Torrey's Topical Textbook John 3:16,17For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The Conclusion Drawn, that all are Involved in Original Sin. How Christ Performed the Office of Redeemer in Procuring Our ... Christ's Work of Destruction and Deliverance. Rev. John H. James. Of the Eternal Election, by which God Has Predestinated Some to ... A More Particular Account of the Way by which this Salvation is to ... Our Hope is not the Salvation of the Soul. 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What is the Christian doctrine of salvation? | GotQuestions.org What is the Romans Road to salvation? | 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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