This week at New Life's mid-week service we are taking a look at one of our core beliefs -- SALVATION. The Bible is full of stories about redemption, deliverance, and salvation. The core belief of salvation encompasses three essential Biblical doctrines--1) The deity of the Lord Jesus Christ, 2) the fall of man, and 3) the salvation of man.
Thankfully, we serve a God of the second chance. He is actively pursuing us with his love seeking to redeem our lives from the slavery of sin and fulfill his purpose for our lives. The Bible teaches that we were all created in the image of God for a purpose (Genesis 1:26). Our fallen nature leaves us in need of a second chance to connect with God and His purposes for this life and the life to come (Romans 3:10-12).
Through Jesus, God gives us a second chance and a new life (John 14:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17). Because of his sacrifice on the cross, we are set free from the power of our fallen nature. In Christ, we receive a new nature and a new purpose for living.
Salvation is a gift from God. No one can escape the power of sin or earn their way into God's grace. God's gift must be received by faith (Ephesians 2:8-9). The bible also teaches us that God's gift should not be neglected as judgment for sin is real (Hebrews 2:2-3).
Join us Thursday at 6 PM as we dive deeper into this important Bible truth. Pastor Tom
