Vol. 1, No. 7

July, 1964

USE YOUR BIBLE ......

WHAT THE BIBLE MEANS BY "SALVATION" This is a study of words used in N. T. which describe Salvation; and by their use, teach us to recognize our need for salvation and its blessings. REDEMPTION "to acquire at forum," "to loose by a price" Rom. 6:16-22 We are made slaves of sin-- in bondage. John 8:32-36 Christ makes us free, through truth. Redeemed from system of law. (Moses) Gal. 3:10-f. Redeemed from iniquity. Titus 2:14 JUSTIFICATION "freedom from guilt" "Judicial declaration" Rom. 2:13 Law offers justification to Doers only. Rom. 3:20 Since all sin, no flesh so justified. Rom. 3:23-28 Justified through Christ, grace--faith. RECONCILED "be changed throughout--made compatible, agreeable to" 2 Cor. 5:14-f. We were away, antagonistic through sin. Through "word of reconciliation" reconciled to God. Eph. 2:13 In Christ made nigh by blood Eph. 2:16 In one Body reconciled by cross SANCTIFIED "set apart, as for special use" (2 Tim. 2:20-f.) Jn. 17:17 Sanctified through word of truth. 1 Thes. 5:25 Calls for total commitment. ADOPTED "brought into family, accepted as Christ's brethren" Eph. 1:5 Christ adopts children to Himself. Gal. 4:1-7 One family (Jew and Gentile) in Christ. Note: No attempt has been made to make this a complete lesson -- showing terms of adoption, reconciliation, etc. Purpose of this lesson is to increase our appreciation of the blessings offered in Christ. Use your cross-reference (center-column or otherwise) as you read these passages. Make notes of questions you may have, and let us help in specific studies of the points you find particularly interesting. [Previous Article] [Next Article]

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