Dictionary of Bible Themes Eternal life cannot be earned or merited but must be received as a gift from God. John 5:39-40Fruitless attempts to earn eternal life Galatians 3:11-12See also It is possible to study the mere letter of Scripture while ignoring coming to its focus, Jesus Christ Romans 3:20,281 John 5:11-12 Jesus Christ is the source of eternal life See also John 11:25-26; 14:6Romans 5:21 Hebrews 5:9; 9:12 2 Timothy 1:1,10 1 John 5:20 Romans 6:23 Eternal life is a gift See also John 6:27; 10:28Romans 2:7; 5:15-17 Ephesians 2:8-9 1 Peter 3:7 2 Peter 1:3 John 3:36 Received by faith See also John 3:16; 5:24; 6:40; 20:31Faith in Jesus Christ, God's son, is the only way to gain eternal life. 1 Timothy 1:16John 12:25-26 See also The need for personal commitment Matthew 7:14Mark 8:37-38 Acts 11:18 Romans 6:8-11 See also Repentance is the first step of commitment 2324 Christ as Saviour2420 gospel 2560 Christ, resurrection 5326 government 5381 law, letter & spirit 6027 sin, remedy for 6676 justification 6732 repentance 8207 commitment |
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