Category Archives: Sin and Salvation

If Jesus saves us from sin, then why do I still say and do the wrong things?

When we receive Jesus into our lives, some powerful forces go to work against sin. When Jesus suffered and died on the cross, he was suffering the punishment due sinners. His death satisfied a righteous God’s justice. When we believe … Continue reading

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How can you say you’re saved, but then expect Jesus to judge you?

We believe that Jesus will judge us simply because the Bible says so: “Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him. For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every … Continue reading

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Is it possible for Christians to lose their salvation?

A simple Yes or No answer ignores the fact that salvation has different aspects to it, like a house has several rooms. A house may catch on fire, but only a room or two may be lost, not the whole … Continue reading

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How is it that a child need not have to atone for her deeds, since the child was born with sin?

According to 1 John 2:2, Jesus atoned for the sins of the whole world. According to John 3:16, God limited the benefits of the atonement only to those who would trust in his Son Jesus. In other words, God has … Continue reading

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What is eternal life?

Eternal life is the state of enjoying communion with God. We enter into it by faith, but it is maintained by a faith that is demonstrated by good works and obedience. The person with eternal life has personal conviction of … Continue reading

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