Salvation FAQ

If you've done much "surfing" on the Internet, then you've probably noticed the letters "FAQ" on web pages. Exactly what does "FAQ" signify? It's the acronym for "Frequently-Asked Questions". This page features salvation "FAQ", i.e., four frequently-asked questions about salvation from sin...

WHY IS SALVATION NECESSARY?

Your sin separates you from God now (Isaiah 59:1-2) and dooms you to everlasting separation in hell (Matthew 7:21-23; 25:41,46). You cannot take away your sins by your own efforts (Matthew 16:26; 19:23-26).

HOW IS SALVATION POSSIBLE?

God ["the Word"] became a human named Jesus (John 1:1,14). He died to make salvation possible for sinners (Romans 5:6-8). Only the blood of Jesus can wash away your sins (Ephesians 1:7).

WHO WILL RECEIVE SALVATION?

God offers salvation to all sinners on a conditional basis (John 8:31-36). The conditions set by God include...

• Hearing the gospel of Jesus Christ (Romans 10:14).

• Believing in Jesus Christ (Acts 16:30-34).

• Repenting of all past sins (Acts 2:37-39; 17:30-31).

• Confessing faith in Jesus Christ (Acts 8:35-37; Romans 10:10).

• Being baptized [immersed] into Jesus Christ (Acts 8:38; 22:12-16).

HOW IS SALVATION MAINTAINED?

After salvation from sin has been received, it can be lost (Hebrews 6:4-6; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27). God’s condition for maintaining your salvation is continued obedience (Hebrews 5:8-9; 1 Timothy 4:16).

Written by David Powlas. Unless noted otherwise, all verses cited and/or quoted are from the New King James Version [NKJV] of the Bible. Printed from http://southside-church.org with the permission of the writer and the church.

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