Tag: Salvation

  • Humans Can’t Help But Exalt Their Own Will (Simultaneously Denying That They Do)

    Exhalt

    Humans are attached to the assurance of their own free will. I have discerned that when we only place our active trust in ourselves & our own opinions then we can only trust what we experience with our 5 senses. 

    Our senses tell us that it’s beyond obvious that we are free to will as we determine and any opposition to this Doctrine ought to be ridiculed and mocked because we believe what Pastors and mere mortal men tell us, many forsaking the Holy Spirit of God, the One Who guides man DIRECTLY through Scripture.

    Because we can’t sense the Will of God through human perceptions, we laugh at the thought.

    The popular argument is that ‘humans do respond to God & response is derived from the will, therefore man’s will.”

    Of course responding, acting, choosing, and deciding appears to a man (who’s biggest enemy is truly himself & his Pride) as his own free will, but the truth is: he can only respond because God makes him willing first, and then when God opens man’s spiritual ears and eyes to Hear and See, God changes his heart, so then, the man can believe freely or willingly.

    Freely in who? Or Freely from who?

    Man surely is not free in himself.  Nor is a man who’s in Christ have a will free from Christ.

    Man, without the Holy Spirit pastoring him through Scriptures believes the opposite of the Truth. We can only be truly free IN CHRIST. But then we are not free in our will but in His.

    Scripture tells us that there’s no freedom in any works of the flesh…

    HIS WILL! NOT MINE! LORD! ❤️

  • Bondage Of The Will

    Bondage Of The Will

    There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

    The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and of death.

    What the Law could not do, God did by sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh & an offering for sin, He condemned sin in the flesh, so that the requirement of the Law might be fulfilled in us, who do NOT walk according to the flesh but according to the Spirit.

    Those who walk according to the flesh put their minds on the things of the flesh,
    but those who walk according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit.

    The mind set on the flesh is death

    But the mind set on the Spirit is life & peace, 
    The mind set on the flesh is hostile toward God; for it does not subject itself to the law of God, it is not even able to do so,(man in & of himself is wicked & deprived) & those who are in the flesh cannot please God (no matter how hard they try). .

    The good news is you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if the Spirit of God really dwells in you. But if ANYONE  does not have the Spirit of Christ, that person does not belong to Christ.

    If Christ is in you, though your body is dead because of sin, yet the Spirit is alive because of His righteousness.

    If you are living according to the flesh, you must die; but if you are living by the Spirit you are laying to death the actions of the body, & you will live.

    All who are being directed by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God.

    You have not received a spirit of slavery leading to fear again, but you have received a spirit of adoption as sons by which we cry out, “Abba! Father!”

    The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are children of God, & if we are children, we are heirs also, heirs of God & fellow heirs with Christ,
    If  we suffer with Him we may also be glorified with Him.

    The sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

    The anxious longing of His entire creation waits eagerly for the revealing of the sons of God.

    For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of Him who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself also will be set free from its slavery to corruption into the freedom of the glory of the children of God.

    For we know that the whole creation groans and suffers the pains of childbirth together until now.

    And not only this, but also we ourselves, having the first fruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting eagerly for our adoption as sons, the redemption of our body.

    For in hope we have been saved, but hope that is seen is not hope; for who hopes for what he already sees?

    But if we hope for what we do not see, with perseverance we wait eagerly for it.

    Romans 8:1‭-‬25 Directly quoted.

  • Understanding Salvation

    Salvation is the act of being saved or delivered from sin and its consequences through God’s grace and acceptance of Jesus Christ as Savior. It is a gift that guarantees both eternal existence, and it is not dependent on our works or wavering faith, but on the sure foundation of Christ.

    John 10:28: “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of My hand.”

    This verse emphasizes that those who believe in Christ will receive eternal life and will be secure in God’s hand.

    Ephesians 4:30: “Do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by Whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.”

    The Holy Spirit plays a vital role in salvation by convicting individuals of their need for Jesus Christ and sealing them as God’s children.

    Romans 8:38–39: “For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

    This verse reassures believers that nothing can separate them from God’s love.

    Salvation is a profound and transformative concept that encompasses the deliverance of sinners from the clutches of sin and its consequences. It is solely through God’s boundless grace and the acceptance of Jesus Christ as our Savior that we can attain salvation. Our ultimate salvation does not rest on our own works or wavering faith, but on the sure foundation of Christ and His sacrificial love.

    A Journey of Redemption and Grace

    Salvation is the act of being saved or delivered from the bondage of sin and its dire consequences. This profound transformation is made possible through the unfathomable grace of God. Through His divine decree, we receive the invaluable gift of eternal life, ensuring our existence not only in this temporal world but also in the eternal realm.

    The Holy Spirit plays a pivotal role in the journey of salvation.

    He convicts individuals of their need for Jesus Christ, regenerates and transforms their hearts, and seals them as beloved children of God. Ephesians 4:30 reminds us not to grieve the Holy Spirit, as it is through this divine seal that we are protected until the day of redemption.

    Our salvation rests firmly on the foundation of Christ, rather than our transient works or inconsistent faith.

    Through His selfless sacrifice, Jesus redeemed us from the chains of sin, offering us forgiveness and reconciliation with God. Therefore, we can be assured that not a single soul, redeemed by His grace, will be lost. This assurance provides a solid anchor for our faith, comforting us with the knowledge that our eternal life is secure in Christ.

    Salvation is not a one-time event or a simple transaction, but rather, it encompasses a comprehensive journey. It is a process in which we are justified, called, and ultimately glorified, as stated in Romans 8:30. This progression, orchestrated by God Himself, reveals His divine plan and purpose for each individual.

    One important aspect of salvation is the irrevocability of the gifts bestowed upon us by God. Once God selects and assigns spiritual gifts such as grace, faith, salvation, and redemption, they become immutable and inseparable from His love.

    Romans 11:29 affirms this truth, stating, “For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.”

    This understanding brings a sense of assurance, knowing that God’s gifts are not subject to revocation.

    However, it is crucial to emphasize that genuine saving faith is not a superficial profession, but a sincere and heartfelt surrender to the lordship of Christ.

    If someone were to abandon their professed belief, it becomes evident that they never truly held it.

    As 1 John 2:19 elucidates, “They went out from us, but they were not of us; for if they had been of us, they would have continued with us.”

    This truth highlights the authenticity and permanence of true saving faith.

    In the realm of theology and biblical teachings, a resounding truth emerges: God’s elect, those chosen by Him, will persevere until the end and cannot lose their salvation.

    The scripture in John 10:28 reaffirms this, assuring us that no one can snatch us out of God’s hand.

    This assurance stems from the understanding that our salvation is not dependent on our own efforts or strength, but is upheld by the unwavering love and faithfulness of God.

    The profound comfort lies in the knowledge that our salvation is entirely dependent on God’s boundless grace and not on our own works. It is His unwavering commitment to His chosen ones that ensures their safe passage to heaven. As we journey through life, let us find solace in the understanding that the gift of eternal life, bestowed upon us by God, is a testament to His immeasurable love and grace.

    Resources:

    1. “Systematic Theology” by Wayne Grudem – This book provides an in-depth exploration of various theological topics, including salvation.
    2. “The Gospel According to John” – This Gospel provides insights into the teachings of Jesus regarding salvation and eternal life.
    3. “The Epistle to the Romans” – This letter by the Apostle Paul delves into the theological aspects of salvation and God’s grace.
    4. “The Holy Bible” – The ultimate source of wisdom and guidance, the Bible contains numerous passages that explore the concept of salvation and its implications.