What does it mean to be saved?

Let’s unwrap the truth that our deeds are evidence of our salvation, not the foundation.

The quest for salvation has been a timeless journey, sadly many believe that salvation can be earned. But what does it mean to be saved? Many have the misconception that our good deeds are the only way to be saved, but the truth is that our deeds are evidence of our salvation, not the foundation. The truth is that salvation is a free gift from God, and we can be saved only through faith in Jesus Christ. So, let’s unwrap the truth that our deeds are evidence of our salvation, not the foundation. We’ll explore what it means to be saved and what the Bible says about it. By the end of this article, you’ll be able to understand the meaning behind the phrase “saved by grace through faith.”

It’s not about works but our worship.

Our deeds don’t save us, but we do them to honor God and demonstrate our love for Him.

Ephesians 2:8-9 explains it perfectly – “God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it.” It is God’s grace that saves us, and not our own works. We don’t do good deeds to earn His love and favor; instead, when we accept His grace, He gives us the ability to do good deeds that honor Him.

Our works are not done to save us but to demonstrate our love for God and to worship Him. We do them because we have been made new in Christ, and our love for Him compels us to serve Him. It’s not about our works but our worship. Doing good deeds is a way of glorifying God and declaring His greatness. We do them to show our appreciation for the grace and mercy He has shown us.

Our works don’t save us, but they do make a difference. They can be a way of reaching out to lost and broken people, sharing the gospel, and showing them the love of Christ. They can be a testimony of faith, a way of showing our trust in the Lord and His promises. They can be a way of blessing others and making a difference in the world.

Our works are not our salvation but an expression of our love and gratitude for God. They are a way of honoring Him and celebrating His faithfulness. We do them not to earn His favor but to demonstrate our faith and trust in Him, to show our commitment to Him, and to share His love with a broken world. It’s not about our works but our worship.

We don’t base our assurance on our goodness but God’s faithfulness.

We receive His mercy and grace; in return, we do work pleasing Him.

We all make mistakes, and there is no perfect being on this earth. We can’t always rely on our goodness. We must remember that our assurance doesn’t come from that; instead, it comes from God’s faithfulness.

1 John 1:9 says, “But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.” This verse tells us that if we admit our wrongs, God is faithful and will forgive us. Our assurance is in God’s faithfulness, not our own efforts.

Receiving God’s mercy and grace is a humbling experience that requires us to be grateful. We receive His mercy and grace; in return, we should do deeds that please Him. We can care for the poor, read the Bible, and pray to show gratitude.

God loves us so much, and we should take advantage of His mercy and grace. We should not take it for granted but use it for our benefit. We should remember that it is a gift from God, not something we have earned.

Therefore, we don’t have to base our assurance on our goodness but on God’s faithfulness. We can trust that He will forgive us and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. In return, we should do work that pleases Him and be thankful for His mercy and grace. 1 John 1:9 reminds us that God is faithful, and if we confess our sins, He will forgive us.

Our faith allows us to access the grace of God.

When we accept His grace, He gives us the power to do good and act obediently.

Our faith allows us to access the grace of God, and when we accept it, His power works in and through us. As the Bible teaches in 2 Corinthians 12:9, “Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses so that the power of Christ can work through me.” With His grace, we can do good and be obedient. As Titus 2:11–12 says, “For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to God,”

God’s grace is a supernatural thing that can’t be earned or deserved; it is a gift from Him. When we accept it, the Holy Spirit begins to work in us and through us, equipping us with the power to do good and act obediently. As James 2:17–18 says, “So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless. Now someone may argue, “Some people have faith; others have good deeds.” But I say, “How can you show me your faith if you don’t have good deeds? I will show you my faith by my good deeds.””

When we accept the grace of God, it gives us the strength and courage to do the things that He calls us to do. His grace empowers us to live according to His will and to be obedient to Him. We can trust that His grace will be sufficient for us, no matter what we face. We can be confident that when we accept His grace and seek to do His will, He will be our strength and guide us in the right direction.

We can live a life of freedom, liberated from sin’s shame.

We can glorify God with our lives through the evidence of faith and grace that is seen in our deeds.

The Bible tells us that we can live a life of freedom, liberated from the shame and guilt of sin. The book of Romans, chapter 6, verses 20-22, encourages us to look to Jesus Christ, who died to free us from sin’s power and bondage. As believers in Jesus Christ, we can live a life of obedience to God, free from the sin that so easily entangles us. As we live a life of faith, we can glorify God with our lives.

Our obedience to God is evidence of our faith. In Him and His grace that is seen in our deeds. As we surrender to Him, we are no longer enslaved to sin. We can experience freedom by trusting in the Lord and His promises. We can live pleasing to God, no longer held captive by our sinful desires.

The Bible teaches us that by faith in Jesus, we have been liberated from sin’s power and shame. We can experience a life of freedom and joy as we trust in the Lord and His promises. Our lives can be witnesses to others of the love and grace of God. Romans 6:20-22 tells us “When you were slaves to sin, you were free from the obligation to do right. And what was the result? You are now ashamed of the things you used to do, things that end in eternal doom. But now you are free from the power of sin and have become slaves of God. Now you do those things that lead to holiness and result in eternal life.” Our faith in the Lord and our obedience to Him are the evidence of His grace that is seen in our lives.

We can live a life of freedom, liberated from sin’s shame. We can glorify God with our lives through the evidence of faith and grace that is seen in our deeds. As we trust in the Lord and surrender to His will, we can experience the joy and freedom that comes from trusting in Him. As we look to Jesus and offer our lives to Him, we can be freed from the power of sin and glorify God with our lives.

Our deeds are products of our salvation, not the basis of it.

When we surrender our lives to Him, we can experience His saving grace and true joy.

As Christians, our salvation is not based on our deeds but on God’s grace and mercy. Even though the Bible calls us to live a life of holiness and good works, it is not these works that save us, but rather our faith in Jesus Christ. Philippians 4:6-9 tells us to do everything without grumbling or arguing, to be gentle and humble, and to think about whatever is true and honorable. We are called to do these things because of our love for God and not to earn His favor.

Ephesians 2:10, we are reminded that God has created us to do good works, but these works are the result of our salvation, not the cause. We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, and the good works that come from this faith are evidence of our salvation, not the basis for it. Through faith, we receive God’s grace and are made new creations in Christ.

Romans 2:6 reminds us that God “will render to each one according to his deeds.” This means that God will judge us based on our deeds, but He has already judged us through Christ and given us the gift of salvation. Our deeds are a reflection of our faith in Jesus, and they are evidence of our salvation, not the cause of it.

When we surrender our lives to Him, we can experience His saving grace and true joy. We are saved by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, and our actions should reflect this faith. Our deeds are products of our salvation, not the basis of it. We must remember that our salvation is a gift from God, not something we can earn.

Conclusion:

Salvation is not something we earn. It’s a gift from God only through faith in Jesus Christ. Just as with the giving of a gift, the receiver must be willing to accept the gift. We must believe that Jesus Christ has died for our sins to receive the gift of salvation. And that He was buried and rose again, now seated at the right hand of the Father. We must trust in Him as our Savior and Lord. The truth is that we don’t do good deeds to earn God’s grace. We can’t earn His love and acceptance, but we can choose to believe that He has loved us from before we were born and will love us until we die. If we are willing to believe this and accept His grace, then He will give us the power to do good works on our behalf and live a life pleasing to the Lord.

 

 

 

Bruce Mitchell is a speaker, writer, and Bible teacher who loves to share God’s Word in everyday life. He has studied at Biola University and Dallas Theological Seminary. His blog (Allelon.us) is all about the principles of Agapao Allelon (Loving One Another) and God’s Mercy, Grace, Love, and Forgiveness and how it applies to our daily lives as Christ-Followers. (1 Peter 4:8)