Throughout the denominational world, there are many confusing doctrines about man’s salvation. We find it best to go directly to the Bible and follow the teaching of Christ and the apostles regarding the Biblical plan of salvation. Read below to find scriptures on each of these six beliefs. (Click on the plus signs for Scriptural references)
All are sinners and stand in need of salvation
“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 6:23
Believe in Christ
Repent of your sins
Confess Christ before men
“That if you confess with your mouth “Jesus is Lord” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead you will be saved” Romans 10:8-10
Be baptized for the forgiveness of sins
Ananias speaking to Saul [Paul] “And now what are you waiting for? Get up and be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on his name.” Acts 22:16
Remain faithful to your relationship with Christ
“And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who lives in you.” Romans 8:11