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Salvation Through Grace

An exploration of salvation through grace, emphasizing the role of faith, repentance, water baptism in Jesus' name, and the infilling of the Holy Spirit.

1. Understanding Grace

1.1 The Nature of Grace

Verses: Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 11:6
  • Grace is God's unmerited favor, freely offered to humanity.
  • It is not earned through works but is a gift from God.
  • Ephesians 2:8-9 emphasizes that salvation is by grace through faith, not of works.

1.2 Grace Through Jesus Christ

Verses: John 1:17; Romans 5:15
  • Grace is manifested through the atoning work of Jesus Christ.
  • His sacrifice on the cross provides the basis for God's grace to be extended to sinners.
  • Through Christ, we receive forgiveness and reconciliation with God.

2. Receiving God's Grace

2.1 The Role of Faith

Verses: Romans 3:22; Hebrews 11:1
  • Faith is the means by which we receive God's grace.
  • It involves trusting in Jesus Christ as the only way to salvation.
  • Faith is not merely intellectual assent but a heartfelt reliance on Christ.

2.2 Repentance and Conversion

Verses: Acts 3:19; 2 Corinthians 7:10
  • Repentance is a necessary response to God's grace.
  • It involves turning away from sin and turning to God.
  • Repentance demonstrates a genuine change of heart and a desire to follow Christ.

2.3 Water Baptism

Verses: Acts 2:38; Romans 6:4
  • Water baptism by immersion is an act of obedience and identification with Christ's death, burial, and resurrection.
  • It symbolizes the washing away of sins and the beginning of a new life in Christ.
  • It is administered in the name of Jesus Christ, according to Acts 2:38.

2.4 The Holy Spirit

Verses: Acts 2:4; Acts 19:6
  • The infilling of the Holy Spirit is a distinct experience subsequent to conversion.
  • It is evidenced by speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance.
  • It empowers believers for service and witness.

3. The Implications of Grace

3.1 Living in Grace

Verses: Romans 6:1-2; Titus 2:11-12
  • Grace is not a license to sin but empowers us to live a holy life.
  • We are called to walk in obedience to God's Word and to bear fruit in keeping with repentance.
  • Sanctification is a lifelong process of growing in Christlikeness.

3.2 Sharing Grace with Others

Verses: 2 Corinthians 5:18-20; Matthew 28:19-20
  • Grace motivates us to share the gospel with others.
  • We are called to be witnesses of God's grace and to invite others to experience His salvation.
  • Our lives should reflect the love and compassion of Christ.