Session 4 of 7

Salvation

Living in Grace

Big idea

Salvation is a free gift from God. It's not about what we do, but about what Jesus has done for us.

Key Passages

Read

Ephesians 2:8-9

This passage explains that salvation is a gift from God, not something we can earn.

Highlight or underline: words that describe how we are saved (grace, faith, gift, etc.).

Romans 10:9-10

This passage tells us how we can experience salvation.

Highlight or underline: what it says we need to do to be saved.

Reflect

Take a few moments to answer these questions:

  1. Do you feel confident that you have accepted God's gift of salvation? Why or why not?
  2. What are some things that might hold you back from fully receiving God's grace?
  3. How can you respond to God's love and grace in your daily life?

Apply

Personal Reflection

Write down what it means to you that Jesus offers salvation freely. What fears or doubts do you have about it?

Next Step

If you've never prayed to accept Jesus, consider doing it today using Romans 10:9 as a guide. If you have, reflect on how you can grow deeper in your faith.

Obedience

If you've never been baptized after accepting Christ, talk to someone and find out how you can take this next step of obedience to be baptized.

Challenge

Try this before next session

Tomorrow, whenever you feel like you're not good enough, remind yourself: "I am saved by grace, not by my efforts." Write it down somewhere you'll see it often.

God's grace is bigger than your past mistakes and failures. Salvation is about trusting Jesus, not trying harder. Rest in His love and move forward in faith.

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