Plan of Salvation

"What must I do to be saved?" - Acts 16:30

Detailed Explanation of the Plan of Salvation

Hearing the Gospel - The Foundation of Faith

The gospel is God's power for salvation (Romans 1:16). It includes:

  • The facts: The death, burial, and resurrection of Christ (1 Corinthians 15:1-4)
  • The commands: What we must do to be saved
  • The promises: Eternal life and forgiveness of sins

Faith in Christ - The Foundation

Biblical faith includes:

  • Conviction: Believing that Jesus is the Son of God (John 20:30-31)
  • Trust: Putting our hope in Him
  • Obedience: Faith without works is dead (James 2:17-26)

Repentance - A Complete Change

True repentance involves:

  • Recognition of sin (1 John 1:8-10)
  • Godly sorrow (2 Corinthians 7:10)
  • Change of mind and conduct (Acts 26:20)
  • Fruits worthy of repentance (Matthew 3:8)

Confession - Public Declaration

Biblical confession requires:

  • Confessing Christ as Lord (Romans 10:9-10)
  • Doing it publicly (Matthew 10:32-33)
  • With conviction and courage

Baptism - The New Birth

Biblical baptism is:

  • Immersion in water (Acts 8:36-39)
  • For the forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:38)
  • Death to sin and resurrection to new life (Romans 6:3-4)
  • Entry into Christ's body (1 Corinthians 12:13)

Faithful Living - Perseverance

Faithfulness includes:

  • Regular worship (Hebrews 10:25)
  • Spiritual growth (2 Peter 3:18)
  • Service to God and others (Galatians 5:13)
  • Perseverance until the end (Revelation 2:10)