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What must a person do in order to achieve true repentance?
What must a person do in order to achieve true repentance?
A person can repent whenever they decide to do so.
A person can repent whenever they decide to do so.
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What are the two actions a person must take according to Romans 10:9?
What are the two actions a person must take according to Romans 10:9?
Confess the Lord Jesus Christ and believe in His resurrection.
Repentance involves turning away from sin and turning toward __________.
Repentance involves turning away from sin and turning toward __________.
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Match the following terms with their meanings:
Match the following terms with their meanings:
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Why doesn’t God automatically save every person?
Why doesn’t God automatically save every person?
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According to Ephesians 4:18, lost individuals have the ability to understand spiritual matters fully.
According to Ephesians 4:18, lost individuals have the ability to understand spiritual matters fully.
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What does John 6:44 indicate about coming to Christ?
What does John 6:44 indicate about coming to Christ?
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According to John 3:16, _____ is the means by which individuals can be saved.
According to John 3:16, _____ is the means by which individuals can be saved.
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Match the following verses with their main idea regarding salvation:
Match the following verses with their main idea regarding salvation:
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Study Notes
Making the Decision: Trusting Christ as Savior
- Individuals desire salvation. The process involves presenting the concept of sin, its penalty, and Christ's sacrifice.
- God doesn't automatically save everyone because of Christ's sacrifice. Individuals have free will.
- Salvation depends on personal faith in Christ, not forced acceptance.
- Individuals are responsible for their own decision to trust Christ.
- Scripture references illustrate the understanding of human free will concerning salvation.
- The process of evangelism/witness involves scripture and explanation of how faith (trust in Christ) results in salvation.
- The person must confess Christ and believe in his resurrection.
- True faith embraces Christ as Lord and savior, and is more than simply acknowledging facts.
- Trust is essential in believing that Christ is the savior.
- The Holy Spirit helps an unbeliever understand spiritual truths to arrive at the decision to trust in Christ.
- A believer's repentance comes after the individual expresses a desire for salvation.
- Important verses for understanding salvation are offered for memorization. These include John 3:16, 2 Peter 3:9, Romans 10:9, John 1:12, and Acts 16:31.
- A person's confession and trust are essential, not prayer.
- It is crucial to emphasize faith in Christ.
Why Not All People Are Saved
- Christ's sacrifice provides a pathway to salvation.
- Humans have free will, enabling them to accept or reject Christ.
- The desire for salvation is a key concept.
- Scripture is used to explain why some people do not want God as their savior.
Trusting Christ
- Showing the person that faith in Christ is the only way to salvation is a key element of evangelism.
- The illustration of a tightrope walker illustrates the difference between belief and trust.
- Faith must come from within the individual.
- Individuals should make a conscious choice to trust in Christ, rather than a pressure-based approach.
- The four key steps are presented.
- The process of evangelism/witness involves scripture and explanation of how faith (trust in Christ) results in salvation.
- The use of specific Scripture passages for evangelism, and how to appropriately utilize these verses.
Explanation of Verses
- Repentance is turning away from sin and turning towards God, which should be emphasized with scripture.
- Repentance is a spiritual process involving understanding sin and a desire to change.
- A person can't repent on their own, but when the person is ready, it is determined and led through Holy Spirit action.
Leading the Person to Trust
- Emphasize the Holy Spirit's role.
- Coercive methods are not effective.
- A clear and straightforward emphasis on scripture is important.
- People come to trust in their own way.
- A simple, straightforward approach is best.
- Encourage people to trust in Christ, not perform actions.
- The ABC Plan is a key concept explained for engagement.
Immediately After the Person Trusts
- Asking appropriate follow-up questions ensures the person understands.
- The questions help confirm the person's decision and understanding.
Pray and Thank God for Salvation
- Provides instruction to help guide people through this process.
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This quiz explores the essential concepts of faith, free will, and the process of trusting Christ as Savior. It highlights the importance of personal decision-making in accepting salvation and discusses key scriptural references. Test your understanding of what it means to embrace true faith and the role of the Holy Spirit in salvation.
