Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 8000 The life of the believer » 8010 Faith » 8020 faith » 8022 faith, as basis of salvation Both in the OT and in the NT faith is the only basis of salvation. Faith is the means by which God's grace in Christ, and with him the blessings of salvation, is received. Paul's doctrine of justification by faith emphasises the centrality of faith in the Christian life. Salvation by faith in the OT The faith of Abraham and other individuals Genesis 15:6 See also Romans 4:9-16 Abraham, the father of those righteous by faith; Hebrews 11:4 Abel; Hebrews 11:5 Enoch; Hebrews 11:7 Noah Salvation by faith in the NT Romans 1:16-17 See also 1 Corinthians 1:21; Philippians 3:8-9 Salvation through faith alone Ephesians 2:8-9 See also Romans 3:27-28; Romans 4:1-8; Psalm 32:1-2; Romans 9:30-32; Galatians 3:10-14; Deuteronomy 27:26 Salvation is by faith in Jesus Christ John 3:14-16 Being “lifted up” is a reference to Jesus Christ's death on the cross ; Romans 10:9-10 The necessity of outward confession, as evidence of personal faith in Jesus Christ. See also John 8:24; Acts 8:37 fn; Acts 13:38-39; Romans 3:21-26; Romans 4:24; 2 Corinthians 4:13-14; Galatians 3:22 Salvation is for all who believe Romans 10:4 Jesus Christ is the “end of the law”, in the sense that he brings it to its goal and fulfilment, and accomplishes its intentions. See also Acts 15:7-9; Romans 3:29-30 Salvation is for those who persevere in their faith Colossians 1:21-23 See also Hebrews 3:14; Hebrews 6:11-12 Saving faith shows itself in action Blessings of salvation received through faith Justification and peace with God See also Romans 5:1-2; Galatians 2:15-16; Galatians 5:5 Forgiveness Adoption into God's family The gift of the Holy Spirit John 7:38-39; Galatians 3:2; Ephesians 1:13 Jesus Christ in the heart Protection through God's power Access to God Sanctification New life Eternal life John 3:16,36; John 5:24; John 6:40,47 Victory over death See also
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