Salvation Confirmed
Jump to: SubtopicsTerms
Topical Encyclopedia
Definition:
Salvation Confirmed refers to the assurance and affirmation of a believer's salvation in Jesus Christ. It is the confidence that one is saved from sin and its consequences, and is secure in the promise of eternal life with God. This assurance is rooted in the promises of Scripture, the witness of the Holy Spirit, and the transformation evident in a believer's life.

Biblical Basis:
The concept of salvation being confirmed is deeply rooted in the New Testament teachings. The Apostle Paul writes in Romans 8:16, "The Spirit Himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children." This verse highlights the role of the Holy Spirit in affirming the believer's status as a child of God, providing an internal witness to the reality of salvation.

In 1 John 5:13, the Apostle John states, "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." This assurance is not based on human effort but on the faithfulness of God and the finished work of Christ.

Theological Significance:
Salvation Confirmed is significant in the life of a believer as it provides peace and confidence in one's relationship with God. It is not merely a subjective feeling but is grounded in the objective truth of Scripture. The assurance of salvation is a key aspect of the believer's faith journey, enabling them to live with hope and purpose.

The doctrine of perseverance, often associated with the assurance of salvation, teaches that those who are truly saved will persevere in faith until the end. Philippians 1:6 affirms this by stating, "being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will continue to perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus."

Evidences of Salvation Confirmed:
1. Transformation of Life: A confirmed salvation is often evidenced by a transformed life. 2 Corinthians 5:17 declares, "Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come!" This transformation includes a change in desires, attitudes, and actions that align with God's will.

2. Fruit of the Spirit: The presence of the Holy Spirit in a believer's life produces spiritual fruit, as described in Galatians 5:22-23. Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control are indicators of a life that is being sanctified by the Spirit.

3. Obedience to God's Commands: 1 John 2:3-5 emphasizes that obedience to God's commands is a sign of knowing Him: "By this we can be sure that we have come to know Him: if we keep His commandments. Whoever says, 'I know Him,' but does not keep His commandments is a liar, and the truth is not in him."

4. Perseverance in Faith: Hebrews 10:23 encourages believers to "hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful." Perseverance in faith, despite trials and challenges, is a testament to the reality of one's salvation.

Role of the Holy Spirit:
The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in confirming salvation. Ephesians 1:13-14 describes the Holy Spirit as a seal and a guarantee of our inheritance: "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."

Practical Implications:
The assurance of salvation empowers believers to live boldly for Christ, knowing that their eternal destiny is secure. It encourages a life of worship, service, and evangelism, motivated by gratitude for God's grace. It also provides comfort in times of doubt or spiritual struggle, reminding believers of God's unchanging promises and faithfulness.
Subtopics

Salvation

Salvation for the Dead

Salvation is by Christ

Salvation is by Christ Alone

Salvation is Deliverance From: Enemies

Salvation is Deliverance From: Eternal Death

Salvation is Deliverance From: Sin

Salvation is Deliverance From: The Devil

Salvation is Deliverance From: This Present Evil World

Salvation is Deliverance From: Uncleanness

Salvation is Deliverance From: Wrath

Salvation is Far off from the Wicked

Salvation is not by Works

Salvation is of God

Salvation is of Grace

Salvation is of Love

Salvation is of Mercy

Salvation is of the Appointment of God

Salvation is of the Patience of God

Salvation is of the Purpose of God

Salvation is Through Faith in Christ

Salvation of Israel, Predicted

Salvation of the Gentiles, Predicted

Salvation: All the Earth Shall See

Salvation: Announced After the Fall

Salvation: Came to the Gentiles Through the Fall of the Jews

Salvation: Christ: Appointed For

Salvation: Christ: Brings, With Him

Salvation: Christ: Came to Effect

Salvation: Christ: Died to Effect

Salvation: Christ: Exalted to Give

Salvation: Christ: Has

Salvation: Christ: Mighty to Effect

Salvation: Christ: Raised up For

Salvation: Christ: The Author of

Salvation: Christ: The Captain of

Salvation: Common

Salvation: Conditions of

Salvation: Confession of Christ Necessary To

Salvation: Eternal

Salvation: Final Perseverance Necessary To

Salvation: from Generation to Generation

Salvation: from Sin, to be Worked out With Fear and Trembling

Salvation: Glorious

Salvation: God is Willing to Give

Salvation: Godly Sorrow Works Repentance To

Salvation: Great

Salvation: Illustrated by a Cup

Salvation: Illustrated by a Helmet

Salvation: Illustrated by a Horn

Salvation: Illustrated by a Lamp

Salvation: Illustrated by a Rock

Salvation: Illustrated by a Shield

Salvation: Illustrated by a Tower

Salvation: Illustrated by a Victory

Salvation: Illustrated by Chariots

Salvation: Illustrated by Clothing

Salvation: Illustrated by Typified by the Bronze Serpent

Salvation: Illustrated by Walls and Bulwarks

Salvation: Illustrated by Wells

Salvation: Ministers are a Sweet Savour of Christ to God, in Those Who Obtain

Salvation: Ministers: Give the Knowledge of

Salvation: Ministers: should be Clothed In

Salvation: Ministers: should Endure Suffering That the Elect May Obtain

Salvation: Ministers: should Exhort To

Salvation: Ministers: should Labour to Lead Others To

Salvation: Ministers: should Use Self-Denial to Lead Others To

Salvation: Ministers: Show the Way of

Salvation: No Escape for Those Who Neglect

Salvation: Now is the Day of

Salvation: Plan of

Salvation: Preaching the Word is the Appointed Means of

Salvation: Reconciliation to God, a Pledge of

Salvation: Regeneration Necessary To

Salvation: Revealed in the Gospel

Salvation: Saints are Heirs of

Salvation: Saints: Appointed to Obtain

Salvation: Saints: Ascribe, to God

Salvation: Saints: Beautified With

Salvation: Saints: Chosen To

Salvation: Saints: Clothed With

Salvation: Saints: Commemorate, With Thanks

Salvation: Saints: Daily Approach Nearer To

Salvation: Saints: Declare

Salvation: Saints: Earnestly Look For

Salvation: Saints: Evidence, by Works

Salvation: Saints: Glory In

Salvation: Saints: Have a Token of, in Their Patient Suffering for Christ

Salvation: Saints: Have, Through Grace

Salvation: Saints: Hope For

Salvation: Saints: Kept by the Power of God To

Salvation: Saints: Long For

Salvation: Saints: Love

Salvation: Saints: Praise God For

Salvation: Saints: Pray for a Joyful Sense of

Salvation: Saints: Pray for the Assurance of

Salvation: Saints: Pray to be Visited With

Salvation: Saints: Receive, As the End of Their Faith

Salvation: Saints: Rejoice In

Salvation: Saints: Satisfied By

Salvation: Saints: Wait For

Salvation: Saints: Welcome the Tidings of

Salvation: Searched Into and Exhibited by the Prophets

Salvation: Sought in Vain From: Earthly Power

Salvation: Sought in Vain From: Idols

Salvation: The Gospel is the Power of God To

Salvation: The Heavenly Host Ascribe, to God

Salvation: The Scriptures are Able to Make Wise To

Salvation: To the Uttermost

Salvation: Typified

Salvation: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

Related Terms

Salvations (1 Occurrence)

Promised (150 Occurrences)

Listening (47 Occurrences)

Salvation (386 Occurrences)

Gentiles (150 Occurrences)

Salvation by Grace, Not Works
Top of Page
Top of Page