Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Assurance of your SalvationI dunno why but feel let sharing this on my blog. I have read it on Sunday but I feel like sharing it now. I know that somethings to stay in God's kingdom and always keep our heart burning for God is difficult but have you ever think of who is the one that save us? Who is the one that suffer 6 hours of pain on the cross to just wash away our sin?
Firstly, Let us think of What Is The Spiritual Condition Of Your Soul Before God?
I think it is very important to know the condition of our eternal soul. How can we know the condition of our eternal soul? You may want to ask yourself the following question.
Q1) If you were to die right now, where would you spend eternity?
Q2) Supposing you arrive at the gates of heaven, what would you say to God if He asked you why He should let you in?
This two question sounds very familiar rite? We often use it during outreach to ask the people that we outreach to. But have you think that if you are asking them that question when they are not a christian, why not ask youself to check the condition of your soul? If you cannot come out with an answer you really need a prayer to God so that you can get back your fresh faith.
Secondly, there are four aspects of God's Work of Salvation.
1) Repentence - it is a radical transformation of thought, attitude, outlook and direction in regard to sin. Our minds become open to God and to the Person and work of Jesus Christ on the Cross to forgive our sins. It means a decision to turn away from your old sinful way of life, living as you please. You now acknowledge Jesus Christ and honor Him as your Loard and Saviour. Repentence is so important as I already say it is a transformation and so when you repent you must change and not do it again.
"Repent for the kingdom of heaven is at hand" Matt 4:17
2) You now have a new life, a new beginning. When you receive salvation you will be born again no as a baby but spiritually born.
"Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God...unless one is born of water and the spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God" John 3:3,5
So from the verse above you see how important for you to be born again?
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold all things have become new", 2 Cor 5:17
3) "Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ", Romans 5:1
As we know the only way to heaven is through salvation and we need to have faith and Trust Jesus Christ as our Saviour.
4) "In Him, we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace" Eph 1:7
You were once slave to your sin and desires. But now, Christ have set you free so that you can live your life to serve and please God.
Remember this 4 aspects when you think that your salvation is not there. Ask yourself who set you free? When you repent did you change? Do you have faith in God? This will ensure that your spiritual growth is alright isn't it?
Thirdly, the God's Promises For You In Salvation.
1) Eternal life. "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life", John 3:16
2) Forgiveness of sins. "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness" 1 John 1:9
3) Position of a son. "But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believes in His name", John 1:12
4) Inheritance with Christ. "And if children, then heirs-heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ, if indeed we suffer with Him, that may also be glorified together", Rom 8:17
Lastly, The Results of Salvation.
1) A hunger to read and study the Bible.
2) A desire to be in church and fellowship with other Christians.
3) A knowledge and desire to live a holy life for God.
4) An impulse to speak to other people about what Christ has done for you.
Do you have an experience of salvation? If not, seek God for it. He will give it to you.
All these are references that I read from victory family centre Singapore Pre-Encounter student notes. If you wan to encounter God today, have faith and trust him today.
HE IS ALWAYS IN MY HEART
JESUS I LOVE YOU!!!
11:45 PM
