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Understanding Salvation

Salvation is God’s gracious gift to humanity, offered through faith in Jesus Christ. As written in Ephesians 2:8-9, “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.”

Recognizing Our Need for Salvation

The Bible teaches that all humans are born with a sinful nature, separated from God. Romans 3:23 states clearly, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” This separation from God leads to spiritual death, as Romans 6:23 tells us: “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

God’s Plan of Redemption

God, in His infinite love and mercy, provided a way for us to be reconciled to Him through Jesus Christ. John 3:16 beautifully expresses this truth: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

Steps to Salvation

  1. Acknowledge Your Sin “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9)
  2. Believe in Jesus Christ Jesus declared in John 14:6, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” This means accepting that:
    • Jesus is the Son of God
    • He died for our sins
    • He rose from the dead
    • He is the only way to salvation
  3. Confess and Repent Romans 10:9-10 teaches us, “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.”
  4. Accept Jesus as Your Personal Savior Revelation 3:20 presents this beautiful invitation: “Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.”

The Prayer of Salvation

While there’s no prescribed prayer for salvation, you can express your faith through a simple, sincere prayer like this:

“Dear Lord Jesus, I acknowledge that I am a sinner in need of Your grace. I believe that You died on the cross for my sins and rose from the dead. I confess my sins and ask for Your forgiveness. I accept You as my Lord and Savior. Come into my life and transform me by Your power. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

After Salvation

Salvation is just the beginning of your spiritual journey. As a new believer, you should:

  1. Join a Bible-Believing Church “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together.” (Hebrews 10:24-25)
  2. Study God’s Word “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.” (2 Timothy 3:16)
  3. Develop Your Prayer Life “Pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18)
  4. Seek Baptism “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” (Matthew 28:19)
  5. Walk in the Spirit “Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit.” (Galatians 5:25)

Evidence of Salvation

True salvation brings transformation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 declares, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” This change manifests through:

  • A desire to please God
  • Love for God’s Word
  • A changed attitude toward sin
  • Love for other believers
  • Fruit of the Spirit in your life

Assurance of Salvation

Once you’ve genuinely accepted Christ, you can have confidence in your salvation. 1 John 5:13 assures us, “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.”

Conclusion

Salvation is not about religious rituals or good works, but about entering into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It’s about experiencing God’s forgiveness, love, and transformation in your life. If you haven’t yet made this decision, today could be your day of salvation. As 2 Corinthians 6:2 says, “Now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation.”

Remember, salvation is just the beginning of an amazing journey with Christ. At CITAM, we’re here to support you in your walk with God, helping you grow in faith and live a life that honors Him.