Salvation In Jesus Christ Alone
Understanding Salvation By Faith
First, we all are sinners and stand under the judgment of God. Second, God loves us, and Jesus Christ came to make forgiveness and salvation possible. He died on the cross as the complete sacrifice for our sins, taking on Himself the judgment that we deserve. Third, God in His grace offers us the gift of eternal life. However, like any gift, it becomes ours ONLY when we respond and receive it. Fourth, salvation is intimately linked to Jesus Christ and the cross. Jesus’ virgin birth, by the miraculous intervention of the Holy Spirit, ensured that He did not inherit a sinful human nature as we did, and He committed no sin during His lifetime. As the only perfect Man, Jesus was uniquely qualified to implement God’s plan of salvation for mankind. On the cross, He took the punishment for our sin, becoming our Substitute and suffering the judgment and condemnation of death that our sinful nature and deeds deserve. Finally, faith is essential for salvation. However, there are various kinds of beliefs or faith, and not all are linked to salvation. In the New Testament, faith involves more than just intellectual belief; it requires trust and commitment. For example, I may believe a bridge will hold my weight, but I truly believe it only when I commit myself to it and walk across it. Salvation faith involves an act of commitment and trust, where you commit your life to Jesus Christ and trust Him alone as your Savior and Lord. Engaging in Bible reading can deepen this understanding and strengthen your Christian faith.