What does it mean to be saved?
Lately the question has been raised in many circles within our society, both Christian and secular, of “What does it means to be saved? Is salvation just a prayer? Is it simply “doing” all the right things (works)? Or is it just having all the “correct” beliefs? The Bible teaches that salvation is the realization, acceptance, and submission to Jesus’ King-ship over our lives. Salvation comes when, as people, we put our complete trust and reliance in Christ’s sacrificial death, burial, and resurrection. We are saved when we choose to make Jesus “King” over our lives; where God has the place of authority, and the right to guide and direct our steps. When we accept God’s grace through faith in Christ’s sacrifice and make Jesus king over all that we do, we begin to follow God’s desires for our lives and not our own. Salvation is more than just a prayer, it is more than just a belief; it is the total surrender of ourselves to Godâ’s guidance, authority, and love. Billy Graham once said, “The price of Christ’s friendship would be total surrender for a life-long discipleship.”
Does salvation make us perfect where we no longer ever sin or mess up? No, but by putting God as head over our lives, through God’s sanctification we become more like Christ if we choose to seek Him daily and to allow ourselves to be renewed by His Word and Spirit.
Romans 10:9 states, “That if you confess with your mouth, Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” If you have never accepted Jesus as king and savior of your life, please take this moment to make a decision to live for Christ and allow Him to have Lordship over your life. Below is a simple prayer that you can pray to release your faith and start your brand new life with Christ.
“My Heavenly Father, I come to you in Jesus name. I confess that I have sinned and have gone my own way, trying to live for myself. I ask that you forgive me of my trespasses and save me where I am. I ask you to be Lord over my life, to guide and direct me in everything that I do. I vow to live for you everyday and ask that you give me wisdom and guidance to fulfill my destiny. I will serve you forever. Thank you for saving me and making me brand new. In Jesus name I pray. Amen”
Congratulations, the Bible says that if you prayed that prayer from your heart that you are a brand new creature (2 Corinthians 5:17), that all your sins are forgiven, and you have been reconciled to God (v. 18). Now make sure to feed your new spirit daily. The best way to do so is to get plugged into a good Bible teaching church, pray, and read your Bible daily.
If you just prayed that prayer please contact us at Access so we can rejoice with you in your new life with Christ. You can also e-mail us or call (616) 534-4923.