What is Salvation?: Part 1 - Santosh Poonen - May 26, 2013
http://rlcfchurch.org/what-is-salvation-part-1 River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The speaker begins by reflecting on the daily sustenance of the Israelites from manna, emphasizing the need for daily spiritual refreshment from God's Word. He then pivots to discussing the profound meaning of salvation, prompted by a child's question. The core message is that salvation is not merely an intellectual concept but a complete freeing provided by Jesus Christ, which the devil actively tries to steal from believers through distraction and minimizing God's provision.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Salvation is not just the forgiveness of sinsWhile forgiveness is part of salvation, the verse in Matthew speaks of a much broader deliverance than just having sins pardoned.
Salvation is not only being saved from hellBelievers should not walk in fear of eternal judgment, but rather progress into a daily, beautiful walk with God.
Forgiveness was already present in the Old CovenantPassages in Psalms and the words of Zacharias regarding John the Baptist show that forgiveness served as a stepping stone into the New Covenant.Psalm 103:3
Simeon saw the person of Jesus as God's salvationWhen Simeon held the infant Jesus in the temple, he declared that he had seen God's salvation, looking past earthly political deliverance.Luke 2:30
God repeatedly declares 'I am your salvation'Throughout Isaiah and the Psalms, God calls Himself our salvation, warning us against making idols out of lesser, non-sinful things or earthly help.Isaiah 12:1
Jesus is our strength, song, and salvationJust as marriage involves gaining a person rather than a mere gift, receiving salvation means we are united with Christ as our bridegroom.Psalm 118:14
The hidden conception and growth of Christ withinJust as Jesus was formed in secret within Mary's womb, true spiritual life is rooted in the inner thought and motive life rather than outward appearances.Matthew 1:20
A work of faith that yields obedienceTaking God's word seriously regarding sin, anger, and pride brings forth the obedience of faith powered by the Holy Spirit.
Sharing in the reproach of ChristWalking wholly with Jesus will often bring misunderstanding and persecution from the world rather than universal popularity.Luke 6:26
