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God’s Simple Plan Of Salvation
ALL HAVE SINNED
Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
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The Why
In God’s plan of salvation, first we must understand why we need to be saved. Simply put, we need to be saved because we have sinned. The Bible declares that everyone has sinned (Ecclesiastes 7:20; Romans 3:23; 1 John 1:8). Sin is rebellion against God. We all choose to actively do things that are wrong. Sin harms others, damages us, and, most importantly, dishonors God. The Bible also teaches that, because God is holy and just, He cannot allow sin to go unpunished. The punishment for sin is death (Romans 6:23) and eternal separation from God (Romans 3:23). Without God’s plan of salvation, eternal death is the destiny of every human being.
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The Why
In God’s plan of salvation, first we must understand why we need to be saved. Simply put, we need to be saved because we have sinned. The Bible declares that everyone has sinned (Ecclesiastes 7:20; Romans 3:23; 1 John 1:8). Sin is rebellion against God. We all choose to actively do things that are wrong. Sin harms others, damages us, and, most importantly, dishonors God. The Bible also teaches that, because God is holy and just, He cannot allow sin to go unpunished. The punishment for sin is death (Romans 6:23) and eternal separation from God (Romans 3:23). Without God’s plan of salvation, eternal death is the destiny of every human being.
ALL HAVE SINNED
Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
JESUS CHRIST PAID OUR DEBT OF SIN
Romans 5:8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.
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The What
In God’s plan of salvation, God Himself is the only one who can provide for our salvation. We are utterly unable to save ourselves because of our sin and its consequences. God became a human being in the Person of Jesus Christ (John 1:1, 14). Jesus lived a sinless life (2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 4:15; 1 John 3:5) and offered Himself as a perfect sacrifice on our behalf (1 Corinthians 15:3; Colossians 1:22; Hebrews 10:10). Since Jesus is God, His death was of infinite and eternal value. The death of Jesus Christ on the cross fully paid for the sins of the entire world (1 John 2:2). His resurrection from the dead demonstrated that His sacrifice was indeed sufficient and that salvation is now available.
We Must Believe
John 3:16 For God so love the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
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The How
In Acts 16:31, a man asked the apostle Paul how to be saved. Paul’s response was, “And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.” The way to follow God’s plan of salvation is to believe. That is the only requirement (John 3:16; Ephesians 2:8–9). God has provided for our salvation through Jesus Christ. All we must do is receive it, by faith, fully trusting in Jesus alone as Savior (John 14:6; Acts 4:12). That is God’s plan of salvation.
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The How
In Acts 16:31, a man asked the apostle Paul how to be saved. Paul’s response was, “And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.” The way to follow God’s plan of salvation is to believe. That is the only requirement (John 3:16; Ephesians 2:8–9). God has provided for our salvation through Jesus Christ. All we must do is receive it, by faith, fully trusting in Jesus alone as Savior (John 14:6; Acts 4:12). That is God’s plan of salvation.
We Must Believe
John 3:16 For God so love the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Will You Receive It?
Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.
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WHAT MUST YOU DO TO BE SAVED?
1) BELIEVE that you are a sinner and that Jesus died on the cross to take the punishment for your sin.
2) ASK JESUS to save you from your sin. When you believe on Jesus as your Savior, God forgives your sin.
Salvation is God’s free gift to us but we must accept it. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God’s offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin’s penalty. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith. If you will humbly ask Christ to forgive you and to save you from your sins, He will! He offers a free gift of forgiveness and eternal life to all who will ask. Turn to Him today!
Tell The Lord Jesus Christ You Receive Him Now!
Pray Like This
“I realize I am a sinner. I know I need the Lord Jesus Christ. I beieve He died and rose again for me. I sincerely recieve Him by faith as my Lord and Savior. I take the gift of God which is eternal life in Jesus Christ the Lord.”
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We Gather Every Sunday And Wednesday
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Service 10:30 a.m.
(Join Us For Lunch)
Sunday Afternoon 1:15 p.m.
Wednesday 7:00 p.m.