Salvation: Becoming right with God
by Rich Deem

Introduction

Salvation is a process by which one becomes right with God. Jesus Christ led a sinless life as the perfect lamb of God, voluntarily dying on the cross to take the punishment for our sins, thereby giving us redemption from spiritual death, so that we might have a personal relationship with the Father. We are justified by the grace of God through faith, not works. Following justification, we are sanctified through the work of the Holy Spirit as we consecrate our lives to Jesus Christ and His Word.

Articles

• Salvation in the Bible - a continual process
  • Justification - a work by the blood of Jesus Christ
    • By the grace of God
    • through faith, not works
      • My Attorney - A modern parable of salvation through faith in Christ
      • Going to Heaven Are We? - Many people believe they can earn their way to heaven by doing good works. However, we can never attain the holy standards God demands, which is why He redeemed us by His grace (gift) in His Son, Jesus Christ.
      • Did Jesus Command Baptism in Order to be Saved? - A commentary on John 3:5-7
      • Water Baptism... Is it Necessary for Salvation? by Eric English (off site)
  • Forgiveness of Sin - Offered to all people
  • Forgiveness: Why Judaism Fails to Understand God - Forgiveness of others is not optional for the Christian
  • Redemption - A work of God
  • Sanctification - A work of the Holy Spirit in a willing believer
  • Consecration - A radical commitment to Jesus Christ
    • Brownies with a Difference - A good example to read to your kids (or actually do it!)
  • Many are Called, But Few Are Chosen - God is inviting you to salvation. If you refuse the invitation, you will not be chosen for heaven.
  • Is Confession Necessary for Forgiveness of Sin for the Christian?
  • Eternal Security of the Believer: Once Saved Always Saved?
  • Have Christians Already Overcome Satan? - The Importance of the Word of God in the Life of the Believer
• Nothing Unique About the Teachings of Jesus Christ? - The radical teachings of Jesus Christ
• Prince of Peace - What Peace? - Does this mean Jesus was to bring world peace or some other kind of peace?
• The Pattern Of Redemptive History In Both The Old And The New Covenant As It Relates To The Moral Law by Wes Ringer
• Why Do Christians Lie So Much? Truth and Christianity
  • What Should Christians Tell Their Children About Santa Claus?
• The Confession of Saint Patrick
• Is Living Together Before Marriage a Good Idea?
• Is it Okay for Christians to Engage in Premarital Sex Before Marriage?
• The Proverbs 31 Woman: Why She is Not the Ideal Christian Wife
• Dancing with the Broom: Your Worth in the Eyes of God vs. How Others See You

More Theology

• Christian Theology
  • The Godhead (Trinity) of Christianity
  • The Love of God
  • Heaven and Hell are Real Places

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Reflections
We are what we think.

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  British thinker and writer J. R. R. (John Ronald Reuel) Tolkien (1892–1973) is one of the most beloved fantasy authors ever. As author of The Lord of The Rings trilogy and The Hobbit, his works rank among the best-selling books of all time. He has been popularly referred to as “the father of modern fantasy literature.” I saw the recent movie about his life, Tolkien, and wanted to offer my impressions.…
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• 05/07/2019 12:00 PM
  How to Address Christian Hypocrisy
  Hypocrisy among Christians is a serious issue. At minimum, it’s a huge turnoff for believers and unbelievers alike. In situations where people are actually victimized by it, hypocrisy can comprise a justifiable reason to rethink or reject the truth of Christianity. In either case, hypocrisy among those who claim to follow Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord is always regrettable. The word “hypocrite”…
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• 04/30/2019 12:00 PM
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  With the recent observance of Easter, I’m reminded of an exchange I had with a reader concerning when Christians should worship. About a year ago I wrote an article entitled “A Dozen Evidences for the Resurrection of Jesus.”1 There I pointed out that one of the supporting factors for the resurrection is that Christ rose on Sunday and that the emergence of…
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• 04/23/2019 12:00 PM
  Friday Philosophy from Thinker Ed L. Miller
  On my Facebook and Twitter pages I have a weekly segment called #FridayPhilosophy, where I provide quotes from great philosophical thinkers. One philosopher I quote often is professor Ed L. Miller. Dr. Miller’s book Questions That Matter was the first philosophy textbook that I ever used in teaching philosophy and his writings significantly influenced my thinking on the subject. Here is a brief biography…
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• 04/16/2019 12:00 PM
  #WednesdayWisdom from Thinker Mortimer J. Adler
  On my Facebook and Twitter pages I have a weekly segment called #WednesdayWisdom, where I provide thoughtful quotes from great thinkers in various fields. The thinker that I most often quote is philosopher and educator Mortimer J. Adler. Adler influenced me significantly through his many books and public talks and I had the great pleasure of interacting with him through email shortly before his death at…
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• 04/09/2019 12:00 PM
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  What is one of the best ways to prepare for explaining and defending Christianity’s truth claims? I suggest that tapping into the wisdom of historic Christianity’s greatest thinkers is one such way. As I pointed out in parts 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 of this series, the term apologia sophia (Gk: ἀπολογία σοφία) transliterates the Greek word endings and roughly translates to “apologetics wisdom.” In this final installment, I…
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• 04/02/2019 12:00 PM
  Apologia Sophia: “Apologetics Wisdom� 5—Classics
  What can past defenders of the faith teach us today? As it turns out, historic Christianity’s preeminent voices have passed on a treasure trove of wisdom. In parts 1, 2, 3, and 4 (of six) in this series, we highlighted the term apologia sophia (Gk: ἀπολογία σοφία), which transliterates the Greek word endings and roughly translates to “apologetics wisdom.” In that spirit, I offer some more practical…
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• 03/26/2019 04:59 PM
  Apologia Sophia: “Apologetics Wisdom� 4—Online Engagement
  Do you struggle with how to engage people who disagree online? You’re not alone. As noted in parts 1, 2, and 3 (of six), the term Apologia Sophia (Gk: ἀπολογία σοφία) transliterates the Greek word endings and roughly translates to “apologetics wisdom.” In this post, I hope to offer more such wisdom—practical advice—that can lead to more fruitful online discussions. Let me enumerate three points that I…
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• 03/19/2019 12:00 PM
  A Memorial to Christian Theologian Desmond Ford
  One of my favorite contemporary Christian theologians, Dr. Desmond Ford (1929–2019), died recently. He was an Australian evangelical theologian with deep roots in the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) theological tradition. He was educated at both Michigan State and Manchester Universities, where he earned dual doctorates in New Testament studies. At Manchester, he studied under the eminent New Testament scholar F. F. Bruce.…
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