Topical Encyclopedia In the Christian faith, assurance of salvation and the continuance in grace are profound privileges granted to the saints. This assurance is rooted in the promises of God and the work of the Holy Spirit, providing believers with confidence in their eternal security and ongoing spiritual growth.Biblical Foundation The assurance of continuance in grace is firmly established in Scripture. In Philippians 1:6, the Apostle Paul expresses confidence in God's faithfulness to complete the work He has begun in believers: "being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will continue to perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus" . This verse underscores the divine initiative and perseverance in the believer's life, assuring them of God's unyielding commitment to their spiritual journey. The Role of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in providing assurance to the saints. Ephesians 1:13-14 states, "And in Him, having heard and believed the word of truth—the gospel of your salvation—you were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, who is the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession, to the praise of His glory" . The sealing of the Holy Spirit serves as a guarantee of the believer's inheritance and continued grace, affirming their secure position in Christ. Perseverance of the Saints The doctrine of the perseverance of the saints is closely linked to the assurance of continuance in grace. Jesus Himself assures His followers in John 10:28-29: "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one can snatch them out of My hand. My Father who has given them to Me is greater than all. No one can snatch them out of My Father’s hand" . This promise highlights the security and protection afforded to believers, ensuring their perseverance in faith. Evidence of Grace in the Believer's Life The continuance in grace is evidenced by the transformation and growth in the believer's life. In Galatians 5:22-23, Paul describes the fruit of the Spirit as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. These attributes are manifestations of the Holy Spirit's work within, providing assurance of God's ongoing grace and presence. Encouragement to Remain Steadfast While assurance is a divine gift, believers are encouraged to remain steadfast in their faith. Hebrews 10:23 exhorts, "Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful" . This call to perseverance is not a condition for assurance but a response to the faithfulness of God, who sustains His people. Conclusion The assurance of continuance in grace is a profound privilege for the saints, rooted in the promises of God and the work of the Holy Spirit. Through Scripture, believers are encouraged and assured of their secure position in Christ, the ongoing work of grace in their lives, and the ultimate fulfillment of God's redemptive plan. Nave's Topical Index Philippians 1:6Being confident of this very thing, that he which has begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: Nave's Topical Index Library The Comforts Belonging to Mourners The Spiced Wine of My Pomegranate; Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity Paul's Care and Prayer for the ... Covenanting Provided for in the Everlasting Covenant. Covenanting Enforced by the Grant of Covenant Signs and Seals. Centenary Commemoration The Pharisee and the Publican A Discourse Upon the Pharisee and the Publican The Pilgrim's Progress Resources How can I have assurance of my salvation? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is free grace? What is Free Grace Theology? | GotQuestions.org What does the Bible say about hope? | GotQuestions.org Assurance: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Assurance is Abundant in the Understanding of the Gospel Assurance is the Effect of Righteousness Assurance: Confident Hope in God Restores Assurance: Give Diligence to Attain To Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have by David Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have by Paul Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have of Their Election Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of a Crown Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of a Glorious Resurrection Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of a Kingdom Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Answers to Prayer Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Comfort in Affliction Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Continuance in Grace Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Eternal Life Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Peace With God by Christ Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Preservation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Support in Death Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of The Unalienable Love of God Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Adoption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Election Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Redemption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Their Salvation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have, of Union With God and Christ Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Crown Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Glorious Resurrection Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Kingdom Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: A Support in Death Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Answers to Prayer Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Comfort in Affliction Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Confident Hope in God Restores Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Continuance in Grace Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Eternal Life Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Peace With God by Christ Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Preservation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Saints Give Diligence to Attain Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Strive to Maintain Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: The Unalienable Love of God Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Their Adoption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Their Redemption Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Their Salvation Assurance: Saints Privileged to Have: Union With God and Christ Related Terms Acknowledgement (3 Occurrences) |
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