Mims Chapel Church
LESSON 9
Doctrine of Salvation
(Soteriology)
Lesson Text:
Romans 6:23; Matthew 1:21; Romans 3:23
Memory Verse
"For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord"
Romans 6:23
Key Terms
Doctrine- A belief or set of beliefs held and taught by a Church, political party, or other group.
Soteriology- Also called the Doctrine of Salvation, it is one of the grandest themes within Scripture, encompassing all of time and eternity. It relates in one way or another to all of mankind, without exception. It even has ramifications in the sphere of the angels. It is the theme of both the Old and New Testaments. It is personal, national, and cosmic, and it centers on the greatest person, our Lord, Jesus Christ (https://bible.org/article/ soteriology-doctrine-salvation).
Repent- A complete change of heart and actions, not just saying sorry, but actively turning away from sin and towards righteousness.
Suggested Emphasis
Salvation — Deliverance from Sin
Sin is defined as missing the mark or falling short of God's standard of righteousness, or a sinner separated from God. "Sin began with pride, unlawful ambition, and rebellion against God in the heavenlies. Salvation (our deliverance from sin) is a very essential doctrine (teaching) that we must believe as well as a personal knowledge of the saving power of our new life" (James E. Slappy, 1988). To receive salvation is simple. Acknowledge that you have sinned, according to Romans 3:23, which says, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." Agree with and believe John 3:16, which says, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever belie-veth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Ask God to forgive you of all your sins, aka, repent, as we're instructed to do in Mark 1:15. Accept Jesus Christ in your life, as in Romans 10:9-10, which say, "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.1° For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."
Emphasis 1
Salvation is from God and
not from Man
Luke 19:10 says, "For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost." Luke 3:6 says, "And all flesh shall see the salvation of God." St. Matthew 1:21 says, "And she shall bring forth a son and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall save his people from their sins." Romans 6:23 says, "For the wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." Salvation reveals several things about God that bring Him glory and inform us of the reasons for salvation: It reveals His love. That God would reach out to sinful man by sending His only begotten Son is the greatest manifestation of His love. It declares God provided salvation because He is a loving God (John 3:16; 1 John 4:7-10, 16 as cited in https://bible.org/ article/soteriology-doctrine-salvation).
Emphasis 2
Salvation is Through Christ Alone
Acts 4:12 says, "Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved." St. Matthew 20:28 says, "Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many." 1 John 2:2 says, "And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world." Romans 5:11 says, "And not only so, but we also joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now received the atonement." Ephesians 1:7 says, "In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace." Salvation is obtained by grace through faith and not by works. Salvation through the person and work of Christ is also a manifestation of God's grace, the non-meritorious favor of God (Ephesians 2:7-9). Christianity offers salvation based on grace rather than works (https://bible.org/article/soteriolo-gy-doctrine-salvation).
Emphasis 3
Salvation is the "Great Theme
of the Bible."
Every book of the Bible illustrates salvation in some capacity. Provided examples come from Genesis, Exodus, Psalms, Isaiah, and Matthew. Genesis — Man's fall is described and God's salvation was initiated (3:15). Exodus — The chosen people, Israelites, were in bondage and enslaved by the Egyptians, and God's salvation was initiated. Psalms — David acknowledged his sin and God provided forgiveness (51). Isaiah (Salvation of Jehovah) — God's chosen people failed God and were punished. After the judgment period, God's salvation was initiated to bring them back into favor with God. Matthew — Mankind was lost. God offered His Son, to deliver His people (and all who believe) from their sins. John 3:16 — God's love is expressed in Jesus, to deliver people and bring them back into fellowship with Himself (Slappy, 1988).
Missions Application Questions
Why is it necessary for all believers to understand the Doctrine of Salvation?
What practical truth can we learn from "Salvation" being the great theme of the Bible?
What teaching strategies should be developed for the Global Missions force to teach the Doctrine of Salvation as they travel?
World Missions Prayer Points
Let us pray that we all continue to study and be prepared to teach others about the Doctrine of Salvation.
Pray for the Global Missions team to grow and mature in the Word.
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