The Experience of Salvation

Overview

Doctrine of Salvation

In infinite love and mercy God made Christ, who knew no sin, to be sin for us, so that in Him we might be made the righteousness of God.

Led by the Holy Spirit we sense our need, acknowledge our sinfulness, repent of our transgressions, and exercise faith in Jesus as Saviour and Lord, Substitute and Example. This saving faith comes through the divine power of the Word and is the gift of God’s grace.

Through Christ we are justified, adopted as God’s sons and daughters, and delivered from the lordship of sin. Through the Spirit we are born again and sanctified; the Spirit renews our minds, writes God’s law of love in our hearts, and we are given the power to live a holy life.

Abiding in Him we become partakers of the divine nature and have the assurance of salvation now and in the judgment.

Requirements

1. Know what must be done to receive the salvation God offers to all human beings. (Acts 16:31; Romans 10:9; Ephesians 2:8-9)

2. Understand why we must obey God even though we know we are not saved by our own good deeds. (John 14:15, 21, 23)

3. Know what Jesus did to secure forgiveness and salvation for humanity. (Luke 23:46; Isaiah 53:5; Revelation 5:9)

4. Explain what we must do to receive forgiveness for our sins. (1 John 1:9)

5. Define what Jesus instructs us to do after we are forgiven. (John 5:14; 8:11)

6. Memorize and recite Mark 16:15-16.

7. Share with a friend what the greatest victory we can achieve, according to the Bible. (1 Corinthians 15:51-54)

Answer key & resources

Answer Key

Master awards

This honor counts toward:

Biblical Teachings Master Award (South American Division)

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