How Can I Be Sure I’m Saved?
1 Timothy 1:15 This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it: “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”—and I am the worst of them all.
*If we think the Bible teaches universal salvation, we may arrive at a false sense of assurance by reasoning as follows: Everybody is saved. I am a body. Therefore, I am saved.
*Or, if we think salvation is gained by our own good works and we are further deluded into believing that we possess good works, we will have a false assurance of salvation.
Romans 3:30 There is only one God, and he makes people right with himself only by faith, whether they are Jews or Gentiles.
To have sound assurance, we must understand that our salvation rests on the merit of Christ alone, which is appropriated to us when we embrace Him by genuine faith.
Romans 5:10 For since our friendship with God was restored by the death of his Son while we were still his enemies, we will certainly be saved through the life of his Son.
If we understand that, the remaining question is, “Do I have the genuine faith necessary for salvation?”
Romans 10:9 If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.
James 1:14 What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but don’t show it by your actions? Can that kind of faith save anyone?
The Cross of Christ has given me Salvation. Not only from sin, but EVERY Bondage.
*Fear, anxiety, doubt, unbelief, failure, broken hearted, sickness, addiction.
*EVERY BONDAGE.
*No chains can hold me. Christ Jesus my Lord has set the once captive free– Through Faith in Him.
Read Matthew 7:21-23, there Jesus likewise pointed out that putting on an appearance of faith is not the same as being born again.
You can love Jesus at all times but ounce you loose the fear of the Lord—anything goes!!!
The fear of the Lord is a recurring theme in the Bible, often associated with wisdom, guidance, and a righteous life. It signifies reverence, awe, and respect for God, leading to obedience and a desire to honor Him. Several verses highlight the benefits and importance of fearing God. (See Proverbs 9:10)
The second requirement involves a sober analysis of our own lives. We must examine ourselves to see whether the fruit of regeneration is apparent in our lives.
*Do we have a real affection for the biblical Christ?
Only the regenerate person possesses real love for the real Jesus.
Have you ever changed your mind, stopped defending yourself and trying to blame everything on others, and said, “No, Lord, no one else is to blame, only I. This is the way I am—and I need help? I Repent!”
That is where God will meet us. He always meets humans at that point, washes away guilt, cleanses, forgives. That is where you will find forgiveness of sins. If you have never repented before, I urge you to do so now. God will meet you right there.
In the quiet of your own heart, where God alone hears, you can say to Him, “Lord, I repent. Lord, send me the Holy Spirit through Jesus.” And He will.
Lord, thank You that You promise to meet me in this place of repentance. I come to You now on that basis. Amen
Robert Bagne is the founder and president of The Hope Connection Ministry. A gifted Bible teacher and strategist, Robert is also the co-author and coach of Moving Forward: A Vision Without Action Is Only a Delusion.
Robert has a professional background in recovery ministry leadership. He currently serves with missions in Ukraine and leads the Elk River Sober Home Discipleship Program, equipping men for successful re-entry into society through faith-based guidance and accountability.
Alongside his wife, Laura, Robert writes daily devotionals, leads addiction recovery support groups, offers spiritual coaching, conducts interventions, and mentors pastors and missionaries around the world. The Bagnes reside in Ramsey, Minnesota, fully trusting God to provide as they faithfully walk in obedience to His calling.
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Well stated! Just to endorse that Salvation comes from understanding God and His Christ, leading to spiritual enlightenment and a present, ongoing release from all that is unlike good.
Individuals must actively work out their own salvation through earnest, persistent effort to purify their thoughts and actions.
Salvation is achieved by demonstrating the spiritual truths and principles of Christ, rather than through faith in a person or through external grace.
Salvation is not a future event but a present reality that can be experienced now, leading to health, holiness, and freedom from life’s challenges.
The process of salvation includes experiencing physical and spiritual healing, as sick thoughts and their ill effects are overcome.
Your Friend – His servant,
Isaac Otieno