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Salvation Defined

Salvation is complete in Christ and received by faith.

Hands-free narration of this study — good for the car.

Synopsis

In chapter 1, Sequeira examines salvation defined within the larger question of Christ’s humanity and the everlasting gospel. His humanity qualifies Him to represent and redeem the humanity He came to save. Christ accomplished redemption in His history; the believer receives and experiences its benefits by faith. His birth, obedient life, sacrificial death, and resurrection. Justification addresses condemnation, sanctification addresses sin’s dominion, and glorification removes corruption and mortality. The study invites the reader to test the author’s argument with Scripture and apply it without losing either Christ’s sinlessness or the priority of grace.

Key points

  • His humanity qualifies Him to represent and redeem the humanity He came to save.
  • Christ accomplished redemption in His history; the believer receives and experiences its benefits by faith.
  • His birth, obedient life, sacrificial death, and resurrection.
  • Justification addresses condemnation, sanctification addresses sin’s dominion, and glorification removes corruption and mortality.
  • The foundation is Christ’s finished work; good works are its fruit in a believing life.
  • No. The completed gift must be received by faith; the book does not teach automatic final salvation for unbelievers.

Key texts

  • Romans 5:18–19
  • Ephesians 2:8–10
  • Romans 8:23

Chapter reading

Chapter 1 · Read this chapter

    Put it into practice

    • Read chapter 1 before answering and compare the argument with Romans 5:18–19.
    • Write your own explanation before revealing the model answer.
    • Discuss one practical implication with your study group and pray for a Christ-centered response.
    1. Comprehension

      1. Why must Christ’s humanity be studied in connection with salvation?

    2. Doctrinal Clarity

      2. What is the difference between salvation accomplished and salvation experienced?

    3. Contrast

      3. Which four events constitute Christ’s saving history?

    4. Comprehension

      4. How does the chapter distinguish justification, sanctification, and glorification?

    5. Doctrinal Clarity

      5. Why are good works not a contribution to the foundation of salvation?

    6. Application

      6. Does complete salvation in Christ make personal faith unnecessary?

    7. Scripture

      7. Read Romans 5:18–19. What does this passage contribute to the chapter’s teaching on salvation defined? Cite a specific phrase and explain its context.

    8. Scripture

      8. Read Ephesians 2:8–10. What does this passage contribute to the chapter’s teaching on salvation defined? Cite a specific phrase and explain its context.

    9. Scripture

      9. Read Romans 8:23. What does this passage contribute to the chapter’s teaching on salvation defined? Cite a specific phrase and explain its context.

    10. Application

      10. How would you explain this truth to a discouraged church member: His humanity qualifies Him to represent and redeem the humanity He came to save.?

    11. Application

      11. What mistaken conclusion should you avoid when applying this chapter’s teaching: The foundation is Christ’s finished work; good works are its fruit in a believing life.?

    12. Application

      12. Name one change in your prayer, Bible study, or ministry that follows from this principle: No. The completed gift must be received by faith; the book does not teach automatic final salvation for unbelievers.