• Ephesians 2:8-10
    For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.
     
  • Romans 6:23
    For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

     
  • Romans 5:1-2
    Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.
     
  • Romans 5:8-11
    But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Much more then, having now been justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him. For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life. And not only that, but we also rejoice in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have now received the reconciliation.
     
  • Philippians 2:12
    Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling;
     
  • Matthew 19:17
    So He said to him, "Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. But if you want to enter into life, keep the commandments."
     
  • Acts 4:12
    Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved."
     
For more scripture references, please see Bible verses for Salvation


Resources

Salvation: The Path to God's Kingdom (Part One)

CGG Weekly by John Reiss

Salvation encompasses past, present, and future dimensions, each with its own rewards. Initially, when we come under the blood of Christ's sacrifice, we are blessed with freedom from the penalty of our past sins. As we live according to God's way, we are freed from the fear of eternal punishment for our current missteps. Living …


Salvation: The Path to God's Kingdom (Part Two)

CGG Weekly by John Reiss

Salvation is a transformative process that begins when a person accepts the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, is baptized, and has their sins forgiven, marking them as saved. Through Christ's sacrifice, they are justified and aligned with the righteous standard of our Savior. This initiates the phase of sanctification, a period of …


Basic Doctrines: Salvation

Bible Study by Earl L. Henn

Salvation is the process whereby sinners are rescued from the consequences of sin, which is defined as the attitude and practice of breaking God's laws, summarized in the Ten Commandments. Every human being, except Jesus Christ, has broken these laws and thus needs to be saved from sin's penalty, which is death, the complete …


What Kind of Faith is Required for Salvation?

Herbert W. Armstrong Booklet

Salvation is a vital need because we have sinned, and the penalty of sin is death. Sin is defined as the transgression of God's law, and though we are under grace, this does not permit us to continue in sin. God's answer is clear: we must not transgress the law, for grace does not excuse disobedience. Those who repent of their …


Is it Salvational?

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

It is easy to denigrate a matter as not being 'salvational,' but the real question to ask is, How will this action affect my relationship with God?


Is It Salvational? (Part One)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

The concept of salvation often arises in discussions about biblical matters, with some asserting that certain actions or observances are not salvational, implying they do not impact one's ultimate fate. However, this perspective misses a crucial point. The serpent's deception of Eve in the Garden illustrates this, as he …


What Do You Mean . . . Salvation?

Herbert W. Armstrong Booklet

Salvation is the most crucial matter in life, yet it remains misunderstood by many. It is not a vague or mysterious concept but a clear truth that must be grasped plainly. Salvation is the saving of man from the spiritual consequences of sin, delivering from sin and its penalties, and preserving from destruction or failure. All …


The Awesome Cost of Salvation

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

Salvation is the heart of the relationship that Jesus Christ has made possible through His death, a relationship that is central to Passover. Through His sacrifice, He opened the way for us to be in agreement with God, establishing a connection that was previously severed by our separation from Him. This relationship, vital for …



For more resources, please see the library topic for Salvation