SALVATION

 

1 John 5:11-12 "And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life".

1.You will know that you're a human being (2corith 5:17)

Paul’s teaching here connects salvation to the restoration of true humanity

1.Identity - Slave to sin, alienated from God - Child of God, reconciled

2.Nature - Flesh-driven, corrupt desires - Spirit-led, renewed mind

3.Purpose - Self-centered, temporal goals - Kingdom-focused, eternal hope

4.Condition - Spiritually dead - Spiritually alive

5.Outcome - Condemnation, death - Eternal life, restoration

Old Identity (Before Christ)

Defined by sin, guilt, and separation from God.

Living under the power of the flesh and worldly desires

A distorted humanity—alive physically but spiritually dead

New Identity (In Christ)

Reconciled to God: You are restored to fellowship with your Creator

Renewed Humanity: You now live as God intended—bearing His image in righteousness and holiness

Empowered by the Spirit: The Holy Spirit dwells in you, enabling obedience and transformation

Freedom from the Past: Regret, shame, and condemnation no longer define you

Being a “new creation” is not abstract—it reshapes daily life

Mindset Shift: You no longer see yourself as a sinner trying to be good, but as a redeemed child of God living out a new nature

Relationships: Forgiveness and reconciliation become central, reflecting Christ’s love

Purpose: Your life is now oriented toward God’s kingdom, not self-centered ambition

Hope: Even in weakness, you walk in newness of life (Romans 6:4), knowing your identity is secure in Christ.

2.You will know who God is for you

Before Salvation - After Salvation (In Christ)

1.View of God - Distant, unknown, fearful - Father, Redeemer, Shepherd, Friend, Lord

2.Relationship - Alienated, separated - Adopted, reconciled, intimate

3.Access - Limited, through rituals - Direct, through Christ

4.Identity - Slave to sin - Child of God

5.Experience - Condemnation, uncertainty - Forgiveness, security, guidance

God as Father

Verse: “But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.” (John 1:12)

Meaning: Salvation brings adoption. You don’t just know God as “the Almighty”—you know Him as your Father, who loves, disciplines, and provides.

God as Redeemer

Verse: “In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.” (Ephesians 1:7)

Meaning: Through salvation, you know God as the One who bought you back from slavery to sin. He is your Deliverer, who paid the ultimate price.

God as Shepherd

Verse: “I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.” (John 10:11)

Meaning: Salvation reveals God as the Shepherd who guides, protects, and lays down His life for you. You experience His care in daily life.

God as Friend

Verse: “Henceforth I call you not servants… but I have called you friends.” (John 15:15)

Meaning: Salvation moves you from distance to intimacy. God shares His heart with you, treating you not as a servant but as a beloved friend.

God as Lord

Verse: “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” (Romans 10:9)

Meaning: Salvation reveals God as Lord over your life. He is not just Savior from sin but King who reigns in your heart.

3.You will know you're in temporary world and will work for destination (Romans 1:16) 

Without Salvation (Temporary Focus) - With Salvation (Eternal Destiny)

1.View of Life - Life is short, uncertain - Life is preparation for eternity

2.Purpose - Success, pleasure, survival - Walking in God’s ordained works

3.Work - For self, fading achievements - For Christ, eternal reward

4.Identity - Defined by world’s standards - Defined by gospel power

5.Hope - Ends at death - Continues beyond death

Knowing You Are Temporary

Through salvation, you realize:

Life is fleeting: “For what is your life? It is even a vapor, that appeared for a little time, and then vanishes away.” (James 4:14)

Salvation teaches humility—your earthly existence is short, but it is not meaningless.

You stop clinging to the temporary and start investing in the eternal.

Walking Toward Destiny

Salvation empowers you to walk with purpose:

Destiny in Christ: “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” (Ephesians 2:10)

You are not wandering aimlessly; salvation sets you on a path designed by God.

Every step becomes preparation for your eternal destination.

Working for the Destination

Salvation doesn’t just give you hope—it gives you work:

Labor with meaning: “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be  steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, for as much as you know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” (1 Corinthians 15:58)

You work not for earthly applause but for eternal reward.

Salvation shifts your motivation: you live and labor for heaven, not for this passing world.