Topical Encyclopedia Assurance of salvation is a profound privilege granted to the saints, offering them a deep-seated confidence in their eternal security through Jesus Christ. This assurance is not based on human merit but on the steadfast promises of God as revealed in Scripture. The Berean Standard Bible provides several passages that illuminate this assurance, underscoring the certainty and peace that believers can experience.Biblical Foundation of Assurance The assurance of salvation is rooted in the character and promises of God. In John 10:28-29, Jesus declares, "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 passage highlights the security of the believer, emphasizing that their salvation is safeguarded by both the Son and the Father. Romans 8:38-39 further reinforces this assurance: "For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor principalities, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." The apostle Paul assures believers that nothing in the created order can sever their relationship with God, affirming the permanence of their salvation. The Role of the Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in assuring believers of their salvation. 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 divine guarantee of the believer's inheritance, providing a foretaste of the eternal glory to come. Romans 8:16 also speaks to the Spirit's testimony: "The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children." This internal witness of the Holy Spirit confirms the believer's status as a child of God, fostering a sense of assurance and belonging. Faith and Assurance While assurance is a gift from God, it is also closely linked to the believer's faith. Hebrews 10:22 encourages believers to "draw near with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and our bodies washed with pure water." This verse suggests that assurance is strengthened through a sincere and active faith, as believers trust in the cleansing work of Christ. 1 John 5:13 provides further encouragement: "I have written these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life." The apostle John writes to instill confidence in believers, affirming that knowledge of eternal life is accessible through faith in Jesus Christ. The Fruit of Assurance The assurance of salvation produces profound effects in the life of a believer. It fosters peace, joy, and a sense of security, enabling Christians to live boldly and confidently in their faith. Philippians 1:6 expresses this confidence: "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 assurance encourages believers to persevere, knowing that God is faithful to complete the work He has started in them. Moreover, assurance motivates believers to pursue holiness and good works, as seen in 2 Peter 1:10: "Therefore, brothers, strive to make your calling and election sure. For if you practice these things, you will never stumble." The certainty of salvation inspires a life of obedience and spiritual growth, reflecting the transformative power of the gospel. Nave's Topical Index Isaiah 12:2Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation. Nave's Topical Index Library Fenelon -- the Saints Converse with God The Properties of Sanctifying Grace The Comforts Belonging to Mourners Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity Paul's Care and Prayer for the ... Covenanting Provided for in the Everlasting Covenant. The Master's Profession --The Disciple's Pursuit A Homily for Humble Folks An Unalterable Law The Blood of Sprinkling (Second Sermon. ) John Bunyan on the Terms of Communion and Fellowship of Christians ... 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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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