Assurance of Salvation through
Jesus Christ Our Lord
Introduction
The assurance of salvation is a crucial element of Christian faith, providing believers with confidence in their eternal security through Jesus Christ. Understanding this assurance and embracing it impacts not only daily life but also the relationship with God. This subject explores the assurance of salvation, emphasizing how believers can be certain of their salvation through Jesus Christ, supported by full scriptural references.
The assurance of salvation is a foundational aspect of Christian faith, providing believers with confidence in their eternal security through Jesus Christ. It is vital for Christians to understand and embrace this assurance, as it not only impacts their daily lives but also their relationship with God.
1. Assurance Through the Promise of Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ made profound promises regarding salvation and eternal life. One of the most reassuring promises is found in John 10:28-29 (KJV):
"And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. My Father, which gave them me, is greater than all; and no man is able to pluck them out of my Father’s hand."
This promise emphasizes that once believers are in Christ's care, they are secure and cannot be removed from His protection. This security is affirmed by the power of God the Father, highlighting the divine assurance of eternal life.
2. Assurance Through the Work of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in affirming a believer's salvation. The indwelling of the Holy Spirit is a guarantee of our salvation, as described in Ephesians 1:13-14 (KJV):
"In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise, Which is the earnest of our inheritance until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory."
The Holy Spirit serves as a seal, marking believers as God’s own and guaranteeing their inheritance. This indwelling presence confirms that believers are secure in their salvation and assures them of their future redemption.
Moreover, The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in affirming a believer's salvation. Romans 8:16 (KJV) states:
"The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:"
The Holy Spirit confirms our status as children of God, providing an internal witness to our salvation. This spiritual affirmation reassures believers of their secure relationship with God.
3. Assurance Through the Witness of Scripture
Scripture provides clear assurances of salvation to those who believe in Jesus Christ. 1 John 5:11-13 (KJV) offers a definitive declaration of this assurance:
"And this is the record, that God hath given to us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God."
John’s letter assures believers that eternal life is granted through faith in Jesus Christ. The purpose of the epistle is to provide certainty of eternal life to those who trust in Christ.
4. Assurance Through a Changed Life
A transformed life is a testament to genuine salvation. 2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV) explains:
"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."
The evidence of a changed life—a new creation in Christ—serves as assurance of one’s salvation. The presence of new desires, behaviors, and a pursuit of holiness indicate the work of Christ in the believer’s life.
5. Assurance Through Perseverance in Faith
The ability to persevere in faith is another indicator of salvation. Philippians 1:6 (KJV) offers encouragement regarding perseverance:
"Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:"
God’s commitment to completing the work He began in believers assures them of their ongoing salvation. The continued growth and perseverance in faith reflect the certainty of one’s salvation.
6. Assurance Through Confession and Belief
The foundation of assurance lies in confessing Jesus Christ as Lord and believing in His resurrection. Romans 10:9-10 (KJV) states:
"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. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation."
Confession and belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are the steps to salvation, and this confession serves as the basis for assurance.
The assurance of salvation through Jesus Christ is grounded in His promises, the indwelling work of the Holy Spirit, the witness of Scripture, the evidence of a changed life, perseverance in faith, and the act of confession and belief. The Holy Spirit's indwelling as a guarantee of salvation provides believers with a profound sense of security and assurance. Embracing this assurance not only provides peace and security but also empowers believers to live a life that reflects their eternal hope in Christ.
by Rev Rolando E Santiago MMin, DD, ThD, DPM
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JAMES CRUZ GANTANG
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Ang assurance of salvation ay may malalim na epekto sa pang-araw-araw na buhay ng isang believer. Nagbibigay ito ng kapayapaan at seguridad sa kabila ng mga hamon at pagsubok. Sa pag-alam na ligtas tayo sa mga kamay ni Jesus (John 10:28-29), tayo ay makakapaglakad nang may kumpiyansa at pag-asa.
Ang gawa ng Holy Spirit bilang seal ng ating salvation (Ephesians 1:13-14) ay nagpapatunay na tayo ay mga anak ng Diyos, na nagbibigay ng malaking katiyakan. Ang pagbabago ng buhay (2 Corinthians 5:17) at patuloy na paglago sa faith (Philippians 1:6) ay mga patunay ng tunay na relasyon kay Kristo.
Sa pag-confess kay Jesus bilang Lord at belief sa Kanyang resurrection (Romans 10:9-10), tayo ay nakakaranas ng tunay na kaligtasan. Ang assurance na ito ay nag-eempower sa atin na mamuhay nang may pag-ibig, pagtitiwala, at paglilingkod sa Diyos. Ito ay isang biyayang dapat nating pahalagahan, na nagbibigay ng kumpiyansa sa ating relasyon sa Diyos at nagpapatibay ng ating faith sa pang-araw-araw na buhay bilang mga Kristiyano.
Raizalyn M. Cabuang
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I know I am saved kasi I put my faith in Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross. Sabi sa Romans 10:9–10, “If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” Hindi ito dahil sa sarili kong good works, kundi dahil sa grace ng Diyos.
May assurance ako kasi ramdam ko ang presence ng Holy Spirit sa buhay ko—He guides me, convicts me when I sin, and gives me peace na I belong to God. Little by little, binabago Niya ang puso at desires ko to follow Him. Kaya kahit may struggles, I know na my salvation is secure in Christ alone.
CRISTINE MAE B. SABADO
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The assurance of Salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord give me a sense of guilt, peace and hope. Guilt, because as a child of God, I know I made many mistakes but with Him, I am confident that he will forgive me for what i had sin. This assurance engraved deeply in my heart because he saves us from eternal suffering but rather gifted us the salvation. It proves that God loves us unconditionally and eternally. His promise felt like a longing embrace of a father to his son. Our foundation of assurance lies in confessing Jesus Christ as Lord and believe in His resurrection. We have to believe and surrender our life to Him to receive the gift of salvation. With God, we are secured and forever he will guide us to eternal light.
CRIZEL JOY C. ABDON
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Assurance of Salvation through Jesus Christ
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The most important lesson here for me is the promise of salvation by Jesus. According to Bible Verse Ephesians 2:8-9 Most people assume that salvation is dependent on their own merits or good works, but it is actually dependent on His sacrifice and promise alone Because of this, I am confident that I am in His protective care as long as I believe. This promise is the strength and comfort I need to go on living life in belief, since I am sure that the love of God will never change.
I know that I'm saved because I trust him with all my heart and binigay ko yung faith ko kay Jesus Christ and Heavenly father. Roman 10:9-10 "9 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" the peace and joy I feel in knowing the God loves me and forgive me also assure me that I'm truly saved
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Module 2 Lesson 3: Assurance of Salvation through Jesus Christ Our Lord
The assurance of salvation through Jesus Christ gives me peace and hope. Sometimes I make mistakes, but I believe that God will forgive me because of His great love. His sacrifice shows that He saves us from sin and gives us eternal life.
Our assurance comes from believing Him, confessing our faith, and trusting His promises. With God, I feel safe and guided, knowing He will always lead me to the right path.
Fiona Shayne B. Sagun
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We'll know we're saved when we truly believe Him as our God and accepts Jesus Christ as our Lord. Believing that Jesus Christ assures us that we'll have an eternal life with Him if we hold His hand and having redamancy with him as an act of truly believing Him and applying all His teachings to our lives.
Mitch V. Palaruan
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Base po sa aking nabasa, naligtas po ako o ang isa sa atin dahil sa pangako ni cristo sa atin. Ang gawain ng Espiritu Santo, ang patotoo ng Bibliya, ang ebidensya ng pagbabagong-buhay, ang pananampalataya natin sakaniya. Ang presensya ng Espiritu Santo sa ating buhay ang nagpapatibay na tayo’y ligtas at minamahal ng Diyos. Ang katiyakang ito ay nagdudulot ng kapayapaan, lakas, at pag-asa upang mamuhay ayon sa kalooban ng Diyos.
Ayon po sa 1 Juan 5:11-13 na “ibinigay sa atin ng Diyos ang buhay na walang hanggan, at ang buhay na ito ay nasa kanyang anak. Ang sinumang may Anak ay may buhay; ang walang anak ay wala ring buhay. Isinusulat ko ito sa inyong nananampalataya sa ngalan ng anak ng Diyos, upang malaman ninyong kayo’y may buhay na walang hanggan.” na ang ibig sabihin ay “kung ikaw ay nananampalataya kay Hesus at tinanggap mo siya sa iyong buhay, ikaw ay may buhay na walang hanggan. Kung hindi ka nananampalataya kay Hesus, wala ka ring buhay na walang hanggan. Ipinapakita nito na si Hesus ang susi sa buhay na walang hanggan” kaya kailangan nating manampalataya kay hesus dahil siya ang nagliligtas sa atin sa ano mang kapahamakang nanyayari sa ating buhay. Kung wala si hesus, wala rin tayo sa mundong ito kaya kinakailangan natin suklian ito ng mabuti, sa pamamagitan ng pagsamba sakaniya at pagtanggap ng buong puso.
Marco Jhon B. Ginez
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I know I am saved because Jesus promised eternal life, the Holy Spirit assures me, the Bible confirms it, my life is changed, I keep growing in faith, and I believe and confess Jesus as Lord.
Joyce L. Ybañez
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I know that I am saved because Jesus promised me eternal life, the Holy Spirit assures me inside, the Bible confirms it, my life has been changed, I continue to grow in faith, and I confess and believe that Jesus is my Lord and Savior.
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Ang katiyakan ng kaligtasan sa pamamagitan ni Hesu Kristo ay nagbibigay sa atin ng pag-asa at kapayapaan. Ito ay nakabase sa mga pangako ng Diyos, tulad ng sinabi ni Jesus sa Juan 10:28-29.
Sa pagbabago ng ating buhay, nakikita natin ang ebidensya ng ating kaligtasan. Ang pagtitiis sa pananampalataya ay isa ring indikasyon ng ating kaligtasan.
Sa ganitong paraan, tayo ay may katiyakan na tayo ay ligtas at may buhay na walang hanggan sa pamamagitan ni Hesu Kristo. Ang katiyakan na ito ay nagbibigay sa atin ng lakas at pag-asa upang harapin ang mga hamon ng buhay bilang mga Kristiyano.
DANICA B. DE GUZMAN
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Assurance of Salvation through Jesus Christ Our Lord - Module 2 | Lesson 3
Ayon sa aking nabasa, ang kaligtasan ay bunga ng pangako ni Cristo. Ito ay pinagtitibay ng gawain ng Espiritu Santo, ng patotoo ng Kasulatan, ng ebidensiya ng pagbabago sa ating buhay, at ng pananampalataya natin sa Kanya. Ang presensya ng Espiritu Santo ang nagpapaalala na tayo’y ligtas at minamahal ng Diyos. Dahil dito, nagkakaroon tayo ng kapayapaan, lakas, at pag-asa upang mamuhay ayon sa Kanyang kalooban.
Naniniwala ako na ako’y ligtas dahil sa salita ng Diyos. Ayon sa 1 Juan 5:11–13, ang sinumang tumanggap sa Anak ng Diyos ay may buhay na walang hanggan. Ang pagtitiwala ko sa Kanyang salita ang nagbibigay sa akin ng katiyakan na ang aking kaligtasan ay hindi nakabatay sa sariling gawa kundi sa pananampalataya kay Jesus. Bawat hakbang ng pagsunod ko sa Kanya ay nagpapatatag ng aking paniniwala na ako’y ligtas sa Kanyang mga kamay. Ang katiyakan ng kaligtasan ay hindi lamang basta kaalaman, kundi ito’y nagsisilbing inspirasyon upang mamuhay nang may kabanalan at pag-ibig sa kapwa. Sa araw-araw na hamon, ito ang aking lakas upang magpatuloy na magtiwala sa mga pangako ng Panginoon.
JULEAH M. QUINAN
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Assurance of Salvation through Jesus Christ Our Lord - Module 2|Lesson 3
Based po sa nabasa ko Ang katiyakan ng kaligtasan kay Jesu-Cristo ay isang paalala na hindi nakabase sa ating sariling lakas o mabubuting gawa, kundi sa pangako ng Diyos na hindi nagbabago. Sa kabila ng ating kahinaan at pagkukulang, ang Kanyang pag ibig at biyaya ang nagtitiyak na tayo ay Kanyang mga anak. Ang presensya ng Banal na Espiritu sa ating puso ang nagsisilbing patunay na ligtas tayo at hindi Niya tayo iiwan kailanman.
Dahil dito, nagkakaroon tayo ng kapayapaan at kumpiyansa na ipamuhay ang ating pananampalataya araw araw. Ang pagbabago ng ating buhay, mula sa dating makasalanan tungo sa bagong nilalang kay Cristo, ay nagbibigay ng pag-asa at inspirasyon hindi lamang sa atin kundi maging sa mga taong nakapaligid sa atin. Ang katiyakan ng kaligtasan ay hindi lamang para sa hinaharap kundi para sa kasalukuyan isang paanyaya na mamuhay nang may layunin, may pag-ibig, at may tiyak na direksyon kay Cristo.
BALLARES, JOHNADEL Q.
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This reminds us that our salvation is secure in Jesus Christ—not by our own strength, but by His promise, the work of the Holy Spirit, and our faith in Him. It gives us peace, hope, and courage to live each day with confidence in God’s love.
Luisa Jenelle F. Dungca
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CV1: Finding and Developing my Purpose
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I get reminded that my life is secure in Jesus Christ when I learn about the assurance of salvation. I am fully aware that nothing can separate me from God's love, even in a time of hardships and doubts. It makes me feel comfortable and secure because the Holy Spirit reminds me that I am His child.
This assurance, in my view, includes both eternal life and meaningful daily living. It motivates me to deepen my faith, change the way I live, and hold to my hope in Christ.
Micah Angelika C. Carolino
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Napakahalaga po ng assurance of salvation dahil dito po tayo nagkakaroon ng kapanatagan at tiwala na ang ating kaligtasan ay sigurado kay Jesus. Hindi po ito nakabase sa ating sariling gawa kundi sa pangako Niya. Sabi sa John 10:28-29, walang makaka-agaw sa atin mula sa kamay ng Diyos, kaya’t ligtas po tayo sa Kanya.Ang Holy Spirit po ang seal ng ating kaligtasan (Ephesians 1:13-14) at Siya rin ang nagpapatunay na tayo’y tunay na anak ng Diyos (Romans 8:16). Makikita rin po ang katunayan ng kaligtasan sa pagbabago ng ating buhay at sa patuloy na pananampalataya.Kaya po bilang mga mananampalataya, hawak natin ang katiyakan ng kaligtasan. Ito po ay biyaya ng Diyos sigurado, hindi nababawi, at nagbibigay ng kapayapaan at lakas upang mamuhay para kay Cristo araw-araw.
Conte, Katherine O.
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The assurance of salvation through Jesus Christ gives me peace and hope. Once we believe in Christ's care, we are secured , he will guide us to internal life,believing that Jesus Christ assures us that we'll have an eternal life with him.
Angel Mae Tabucol
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Ang pagninilay sa "Assurance of Salvation through Jesus Christ Our Lord" ay nagpapatibay sa ating pananampalataya na ang kaligtasan ay hindi lamang isang pag-asa kundi isang katiyakan. Sa pamamagitan ng mga pangako ni Hesus, ang patotoo ng Banal na Espiritu sa ating puso, ang malinaw na mensahe ng Kasulatan, ang pagbabagong-buhay na ating nararanasan, at ang ating patuloy na pananampalataya, nagkakaroon tayo ng buong kumpiyansa sa ating walang hanggang seguridad kay Kristo. Ang katiyakang ito ay nagbibigay sa atin ng kapayapaan at lakas upang mamuhay nang may pag-asa at layunin, na sumasalamin sa ating pagkakakilanlan bilang mga anak ng Diyos.
BALLARES, JOHNADEL Q.
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This gives me peace in times of weakness or uncertainty. My salvation is not fragile—it is held firmly by Jesus’ promise and the Spirit’s presence in my life. Knowing this, I am encouraged to live with confidence, not fear, and to walk closely with God, trusting that He who began a good work in me will carry it to completion.
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Assurance of Salvation is the strong feeling Christians have that we are definitely saved and belong to God because we believe in Jesus Christ. It means knowing for sure that we have eternal life. This confidence confirms that we can be sure of out relationship with God right now and for the future. It’s like a rock-solid hope that is based not on how good we are, but entirely on how good Jesus is and what He finished on the cross.
"And this is the testimony: God has given 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. I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life."
— 1 John 5:11–13 (NIV)
This verse makes it clear our assurance is not a feeling, but a fact written down so that we may know we possess eternal life.
I know I am saved because I have placed my faith in Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. The Bible promises that those who believe in him and accept his sacrifice are forgiven and given eternal life (John 3:16, Romans 10:9). My assurance does not come from my own works but from God’s grace and the witness of the holy spirit in my heart that I am a child of God.
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