Topical Encyclopedia In Christian theology, salvation is often understood as deliverance from sin and its consequences. However, it also encompasses deliverance from "this present evil world," a concept rooted in the New Testament. This idea reflects the belief that the world, in its current state, is under the influence of sin and evil, and that salvation through Jesus Christ offers believers liberation from this condition.Biblical Foundation The Apostle Paul addresses the notion of deliverance from this present evil world in his epistle to the Galatians. He writes, "Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins to rescue us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father" (Galatians 1:3-4). Here, Paul emphasizes that Christ's sacrificial death was intended not only to atone for sins but also to liberate believers from the corrupting influence of the current age. Nature of the Present Evil World The present evil world is characterized by its opposition to God's will and its pervasive sinfulness. In 1 John 5:19, the apostle John states, "We know that we are of God, and that the whole world is under the power of the evil one" . This verse highlights the belief that the world is under the sway of Satan, who is often referred to as "the god of this age" (2 Corinthians 4:4). The world, in its fallen state, is marked by moral decay, spiritual blindness, and rebellion against God. The Role of Christ in Deliverance Jesus Christ is central to the deliverance from this present evil world. Through His life, death, and resurrection, He provides a way for believers to be set free from the world's corrupting influence. In John 16:33, Jesus assures His followers, "I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world" . Christ's victory over the world is a source of hope and assurance for believers, who are called to live in the world but not be of it. The Believer's Response Believers are called to live distinctively from the world, reflecting their deliverance through Christ. Romans 12:2 exhorts, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind" . This transformation involves a rejection of worldly values and a commitment to living according to God's will. Additionally, in James 4:4, believers are warned, "You adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is hostility toward God? Therefore whoever chooses to be a friend of the world renders himself an enemy of God" . This underscores the importance of maintaining spiritual fidelity and separation from worldly influences. Eschatological Perspective The deliverance from this present evil world also has an eschatological dimension. Believers anticipate a future where the current world order will be replaced by God's kingdom. In 2 Peter 3:13, it is written, "But in keeping with God’s promise, we are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, where righteousness dwells" . This future hope motivates believers to persevere in their faith and live in anticipation of Christ's return, when ultimate deliverance from the present evil world will be realized. Torrey's Topical Textbook Galatians 1:4Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father: Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Salvation Published from the Mountains Salvation from Sin. 'The Helmet of Salvation' Your Own Salvation The Name Above Every Name Genesis iii. 22 On Working Out Our Own Salvation Job's Faith and Expectation John Chapter xxi. 19-25. Salvation: Grace: Faith Resources What does the Bible say about household salvation? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is salvation? 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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