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Saved by Grace

A Bible study outline exploring the concept of salvation through grace.

1. Understanding Grace

1.1 The Gift of Grace

Verses: Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 3:24
  • Grace is unmerited favor, a gift from God.
  • Salvation is not earned through works, but received through grace.
  • It is God's initiative to save humanity.

1.2 The Scope of Grace

Verses: Titus 2:11; John 1:17
  • Grace brings salvation to all people.
  • Grace is manifested through the revelation of Jesus Christ.
  • Grace is more than just forgiveness; it empowers us to live righteously.

2. The Role of Faith

2.1 Faith as Acceptance

Verses: Romans 5:1; Hebrews 11:1
  • Faith is the means by which we receive God's grace.
  • Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
  • Faith is demonstrated through obedience.

2.2 Faith and Works

Verses: James 2:26; Galatians 5:6
  • Faith without works is dead.
  • True faith is active and produces good works.
  • Works are the result of salvation, not the cause.

3. Repentance and Water Baptism

3.1 The Necessity of Repentance

Verses: Acts 2:38; Luke 24:47
  • Repentance is a change of heart and mind, turning away from sin.
  • Repentance is a necessary step in receiving forgiveness.
  • Repentance leads to a changed life.

3.2 The Significance of Water Baptism

Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 10:48; Acts 19:5
  • Water baptism is an act of obedience and identification with Christ's death, burial, and resurrection.
  • Water baptism is to be administered by immersion in the name of Jesus Christ.
  • Water baptism is for the remission of sins.

4. Receiving the Holy Spirit

4.1 The Promise of the Spirit

Verses: Acts 2:4; Acts 10:44-46
  • The Holy Spirit is the promise of the Father.
  • The initial sign of receiving the Holy Spirit is speaking in other tongues.
  • The Holy Spirit empowers believers for service and witness.

4.2 The Work of the Spirit

Verses: John 14:26; Romans 8:14
  • The Holy Spirit guides believers into all truth.
  • The Holy Spirit helps us to understand the scriptures.
  • The Holy Spirit leads us in our daily lives.

5. Living in Grace

5.1 Grace and Righteous Living

Verses: Titus 2:12; Romans 6:14
  • Grace teaches us to say "no" to ungodliness and worldly passions.
  • Grace empowers us to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives.
  • We are not under law but under grace; sin does not have dominion over us.

5.2 Growing in Grace

Verses: 2 Peter 3:18; Ephesians 4:7
  • We are to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
  • Grace is sufficient for every need.
  • Each believer has received grace according to the measure of Christ's gift.