Saved by Grace
An exploration of salvation through grace, emphasizing the role of faith, repentance, water baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the Holy Spirit.
1. Understanding Grace
1.1 The Foundation of Grace
Verses: Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 3:24
- Salvation is a gift from God, not earned through works.
- Grace is God's unmerited favor, freely offered to humanity.
- It is through grace that we are justified and made righteous.
1.2 Accessing Grace Through Faith
Verses: Romans 5:1-2; John 1:17
- Faith is the key to unlocking the benefits of God's grace.
- Through faith, we have peace with God and access to His grace.
- Grace and truth came through Jesus Christ, and we receive grace through faith in Him.
2. Responding to Grace
2.1 Repentance: Turning to God's Grace
Verses: Acts 2:38; Luke 24:47
- Repentance is a necessary step in receiving God's grace and forgiveness.
- It involves a change of heart and a turning away from sin.
- Repentance is the first step toward a life transformed by grace.
2.2 Water Baptism in Jesus' Name: Obedience to Grace
Verses: Acts 2:38; Acts 10:48
- Water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ is an act of obedience to God's command.
- It is a public declaration of our faith and identification with Christ's death, burial, and resurrection.
- Baptism is for the remission of sins, as declared in Scripture.
3. Experiencing Grace
3.1 Receiving the Holy Spirit: Empowered by Grace
Verses: Acts 2:4; Acts 19:6
- The gift of the Holy Spirit is promised to all who believe and obey.
- It is evidenced by speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance.
- The Holy Spirit empowers believers for service and witness.
4. Maintaining Grace
4.1 Living in Grace: A Transformed Life
Verses: Titus 2:11-12; 2 Peter 3:18
- God's grace teaches us to deny ungodliness and worldly lusts.
- It empowers us to live soberly, righteously, and godly in this present world.
- We are to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.