Salvation

What is Salvation?

Definition

The word salvation comes from the Greek word soteria, which means "deliverance, preservation and safety." It primarily involves deliverance from the bondage of sin (Galatians 5:1), but also includes deliverance from enemies (Luke 1:71) and from sickness and disease (Isaiah 53:4-5, 1 Peter 2:24).

Salvation is a gift which is available to those who repent, believe and confess. The confession is that Jesus is Lord and that He died and rose from the dead to save mankind (Acts 16:31; Romans 10:9-10). Salvation cannot be earned through good works or by simply being a "good person" (Ephesians 2:8-9). Salvation comes by faith and believing what Gods word says. Salvation assures you a place in eternity with God and allows you to have the fullness of God right here on earth.

Steps to Salvation

Recognize And Confess That You Are A Sinner. When Adam disobeyed God in the Garden of Eden, his sin separated him from God. Now all of his descendants inherited the curse of sin and death (Romans 5:12-14). David said in (Psalms 51:5-6) Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me. Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts: and in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know wisdom. As a result every human being is born a sinner, not because of any wrong they've done but because of Adam's decision. It is therefore necessary to become saved.
Repent Of Your Sins. To repent simply means to "change ones direction; to have a change of heart." It means making a 180-degree turn away from sin and leading a life pleasing to God. Repentance does not mean that you are sorry." It is a decision to ask for forgiveness of your sins and to be cleansed from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).
Confess Jesus As Lord And Savior. Confession is a verbal declaration that Jesus is Lord over your life. It is to speak out loud that He is your Lord and you believe that He lived, died and was raised from the dead for the forgiveness of your sins.
Be Baptized In Water. Water baptism is a symbolic representation of Jesus' death, burial and resurrection. Just as Jesus was baptized, you must also be baptized (Matthew 3:13). Your baptism in water represents the death of your former lifestyle (Romans 6:3-11) and your emergence from the water represents your new birth, as well as the start of your new life in Christ.
Obey the Word of God. Living in obedience to the Word of God positions you to enjoy all the benefits that your salvation guarantees. Jesus' sacrifice makes you righteous, and God requires that you live a holy life, one that lines up with His Word (Romans 12:1; Proverbs 3:1-4; 1 John 5:3). The Word of God must be your foundation and the final authority by which you live. Make sure every decision you make in life is biblically based.

A Prayer of Salvation:

Heavenly Father, I recognize and admit that I am a sinner. I turn away from my sins. I confess with my mouth and believe in my heart that Jesus is Lord. I believe that Jesus lived, died and was raised from the dead for my salvation. I believe that your blood on the cross cleanse me from all sin. I receive my salvation right now. Lord, thank You for saving me this day. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen!

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PHILADELPHIA WORSHIP CENTER MINISTRIES
PO Box 576896 Modesto Ca 95357
Phone: (209) 324-8552
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