Salvation is the deliverance from sin and its consequences, through faith in Jesus Christ. It's a gift from God, offering forgiveness, a restored relationship with Him, and the promise of eternal life in heaven.

Everyone has sinned and fallen short of God's perfect standard. Sin separates us from God and leads to spiritual death. Salvation bridges that gap, restoring our relationship with God and offering the hope of eternal life.

Salvation is received through faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. This involves acknowledging our sinfulness, repenting (turning away) from sin, and believing that Jesus died on the cross for our sins and rose again.

Believing in Jesus means more than just intellectual assent. It involves trusting Him completely, surrendering our lives to Him, and following His teachings.

After receiving salvation, you become a new creation in Christ. You begin a lifelong journey of growing in your faith, learning more about God's word, and becoming more like Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit.

While some Christians believe salvation is eternally secure, others interpret scripture like Hebrews 6:4-6, Ezekiel 18:24, and 2 Peter 2:20-22 to mean it can be lost through apostasy, persistent sin, or unbelief. However, the Bible consistently encourages believers to persevere in faith and obedience, emphasizing God's grace and forgiveness. Ultimately, the eternal destiny of each person rests in God's hands.

Good works are a natural result of salvation, but they don't earn salvation. They're a way of expressing our gratitude to God and showing His love to others.