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THE DOCTRINE OF SALVATION

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20th December, 2024

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To lead someone to Christ who relies on their education, good works, or law-keeping, it's
important to show them the insufficiency of these things for salvation and point them to the
grace of God through Jesus Christ.
Sin is a universal Problem to all mankind. Romans 3:23 — "For all have sinned and fall
short of the glory of God." Everyone, regardless of their education or good deeds, has sinned
and fallen short of God's perfect standard. James 2:10 — "For whoever keeps the whole law
and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it.” Even if someone tries to
keep the law, one failure makes them guilty before God.
Salvation is a gift from God, not something we can earn. Good works cannot save anyone.
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." Isaiah 64:6 —
"All our righteous acts are like filthy rags." Even our best efforts fall short of God's holiness.
Jesus is the only way to God. Education, good works, or law-keeping cannot provide
salvation. John 14:6 — "Jesus answered, 'I am the way and the truth and the life. No one
comes to the Father except through me. Acts 16:31 — "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you
will be saved." Faith in Jesus Christ is the only way to be saved.
Salvation is based on God’s love and grace, not on our merit. Romans 5:8 — "But God
demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." God
saves us because of His mercy, not because of our works. Titus 3:5 — "He saved us, not
because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy."
Salvation requires a personal response of faith in Jesus Christ. Romans 10:9 — "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."

Acts 3:19 — "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out." Message:
Repentance involves turning from self-reliance and trusting in Christ alone.
True salvation is a gift of grace received through faith in Jesus Christ, who died and rose
again to provide forgiveness and eternal life for us. Give your life to Jesus Christ
LESSON 2
Develop a bible study teaching on the topic ‘benefits of salvation’. Use
scriptures in the Old Testament and the New Testament to write 5 such
benefits.
Forgiveness of Sins.
Through salvation, we are made free from the burden and penalty of sin. Our sins are
forgiven, and we are made clean before God.
"Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as
crimson, they shall be like wool." (Isaiah 1:18)
"In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the
riches of His grace." (Ephesians 1:7)
Peace with God
Through salvation, we are no longer enemies of God but are brought into a relationship of
peace and harmony with Him. This peace is not merely the absence of conflict but a deep,
abiding sense of security and well-being.
"You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you."
(Isaiah 26:3)
"Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus
Christ." (Romans 5:1)
Eternal Life
Salvation provides the promise of eternal life. While sin leads to spiritual death, God's gift
through Christ secures our future beyond this life, offering a never-ending relationship with
Him in His kingdom.
"But the righteous will live by their faithfulness to God." (Habakkuk 2:4)
"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."
(Romans 6:23)
Freedom from the Power of Sin
Salvation breaks the dominion of sin over our lives. We are no longer slaves to sinful desires
but empowered by the Holy Spirit to live righteously. This transformation leads to spiritual
growth and holiness.
"The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take
refuge." (Psalm 18:2)
"For sin shall no longer be your master, because you are not under the law, but under grace."
(Romans 6:14)
Adoption into God’s Family
Through salvation, believers are adopted into God’s family. This new identity as children of
God brings the privileges of His care, protection, and inheritance, fostering a personal
relationship with Him as our Father.
"I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty."
(2 Samuel 7:14)
"Yet to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to
become children of God." (John 1:12)
LESSON 3
Which of the terms studied above would help you to explain the work of
salvation in your life and ministry context? Indicate at least 5. Why?

1. Justification
Justification refers to being declared righteous before God through faith in Jesus Christ. It
highlights the removal of guilt.
In ministry, this term helps explain how God forgives sins and restores us to right standing
with Him, offering freedom from condemnation.
2. Regeneration
Regeneration refers to the new birth or spiritual rebirth, where the Holy Spirit transforms a
person’s heart and makes them a new creation in Christ.
This term is crucial for illustrating how salvation changes a person from the inside out,
bringing transformation in character and actions.
3. Sanctification
Sanctification describes the ongoing process of being made holy, set apart for God’s
purposes, and growing in Christlikeness.
In ministry, sanctification helps believers understand that salvation is not only a one-time
event but also a lifelong journey of spiritual growth.
4. Redemption
Redemption involves being bought back from the slavery of sin through the blood of Christ.
It emphasizes the cost of our freedom and the power of Christ’s sacrifice.
This term is powerful for teaching about the price Jesus paid for our salvation and
encouraging gratitude and devotion in ministry.
5. Adoption
Adoption refers to being brought into God’s family as His children, with full rights and
privileges as heirs.
In ministry, adoption explains the intimate relationship believers have with God, offering
assurance of His love and care.
LESSON 4
Why do you think the work of the Holy Spirit is very important in leading
people to Christ Today?
1. Conviction of Sin
The Holy Spirit reveals the reality of sin to people and their need for a Savior. Without this
conviction, individuals may not recognize their spiritual condition or feel the urgency to turn
to Christ.
2. Regeneration (Spiritual Rebirth)
The Holy Spirit enables spiritual rebirth, transforming hearts and minds. This inner renewal is
essential for someone to become a true believer; human effort alone cannot produce this
change.
3. Illumination of God’s Word
The Holy Spirit helps individuals understand the gospel message. He opens their minds to
grasp spiritual truths, which might otherwise seem foolish (1 Corinthians 2:14).
4. Empowerment for Witnessing
The Holy Spirit empowers believers to boldly share their faith. His guidance and presence
make evangelism effective, often using ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary results in
leading others to Christ.
5. Producing Spiritual Fruit
The Holy Spirit produces Christ like character in believers, making their lives a powerful
testimony. The authenticity of transformed lives often attracts others to Christ.
6. Assurance of Salvation
The Holy Spirit assures believers of their salvation, providing a sense of peace and security.
This assurance is important for new converts to confidently grow in their faith and remain
committed.
LESSON 5
Which of the two positions regarding the security of salvation do you
support? Why?
Conditional Security: This perspective maintains that salvation is secure as long as the
believer continues in faith but can be lost through willing rejection of Christ or persistent
unrepentant sin.
I support Conditional Security, as I believe scripture presents salvation as a relationship with
God that requires ongoing faith and perseverance. Here are the reasons for my position:
1. The Call to Persevere in Faith
The Bible repeatedly emphasizes the need for believers to continue in their faith and not fall
away. Salvation is seen as a journey that requires endurance.
“If you continue in your faith, established and firm, and do not move from the hope held out
in the gospel.” (Colossians 1:23)
“But the one who endures to the end will be saved.” (Matthew 24:13)
This suggests that perseverance in faith is essential for salvation.
2. Warnings against Falling Away
The New Testament contains several warnings about the danger of falling away from faith.
These warnings would not make sense if salvation was automatically secure.
“For it is impossible, in the case of those who have once been enlightened...and then have
fallen away, to restore them again to repentance.” (Hebrews 6:4-6)
“If we deliberately keep on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no
sacrifice for sins is left.” (Hebrews 10:26-27)
3. The Example of Israel
The Old Testament provides examples of God’s people turning away from Him and facing
consequences, even after being delivered.
“Now these things occurred as examples to keep us from setting our hearts on evil things as
they did.” (1 Corinthians 10:6)
The Israelites, though delivered from Egypt, failed to enter the Promised Land due to unbelief
(Hebrews 3:16-19).
This shows that starting the journey does not guarantee reaching the destination without
faithfulness.
4. Free Will and Human Responsibility
God gives humans free will, and salvation involves choosing to follow Him. Just as a person
can accept salvation, they can also choose to reject it.
“See, I have set before you today life and good, death and evil...choose life, that you and your
offspring may live.” (Deuteronomy 30:15, 19)
“If we disown Him, He will also disown us.” (2 Timothy 2:12)
Believers must actively choose to remain in Christ.
5. Jesus’ Teaching on Abiding
Jesus emphasized the importance of abiding in Him as a condition for bearing fruit and
remaining connected to the source of life.
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much
fruit; apart from Me you can do nothing.” (John 15:5-6)
“If you do not remain in me, you are like a branch that is thrown away and withers.” (John
15:6)
This highlights the need for ongoing dependence on Christ for spiritual life and salvation.