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According to the teachings, what is the immediate consequence for anyone who believes in Jesus?
According to the teachings, what is the immediate consequence for anyone who believes in Jesus?
- They are guaranteed a life free from all challenges and hardships.
- They gain the ability to perform miracles and heal the sick.
- They will automatically receive material wealth and prosperity.
- They are permanently separated from failure, destruction, and defeat.
Which of the following does a believer receive upon accepting Jesus as their Lord and Savior?
Which of the following does a believer receive upon accepting Jesus as their Lord and Savior?
- Eternal life, righteousness, and fellowship with God. (correct)
- A guarantee of a life without suffering.
- Instantaneous removal from all earthly problems.
- The ability to control worldly events.
What does it mean that a 'new creature' in Christ is without a past?
What does it mean that a 'new creature' in Christ is without a past?
- They are given a new historical timeline.
- The old sinful nature no longer defines their identity. (correct)
- They are exempt from any consequences of past actions.
- The past experiences are completely erased from memory.
According to the teachings, where does the new life of a believer originate?
According to the teachings, where does the new life of a believer originate?
What should believers do regarding the 'new things' after becoming a new creature?
What should believers do regarding the 'new things' after becoming a new creature?
Why is it important to only accept the things that are of God as a new creature?
Why is it important to only accept the things that are of God as a new creature?
Aside from receiving reconciliation, what ministry is given to believers?
Aside from receiving reconciliation, what ministry is given to believers?
According to the teachings, how is salvation received?
According to the teachings, how is salvation received?
What does it mean that salvation is 'the gift of God'?
What does it mean that salvation is 'the gift of God'?
What should believers remember about their salvation according to Romans 10:9-10?
What should believers remember about their salvation according to Romans 10:9-10?
Besides the Word of God, what serves as proof of the certainty of salvation?
Besides the Word of God, what serves as proof of the certainty of salvation?
How does the renewal of the mind transform a believer's life?
How does the renewal of the mind transform a believer's life?
How are believers renewed in knowledge?
How are believers renewed in knowledge?
Where does the new creation sit?
Where does the new creation sit?
As a new creation, what is a believer’s life characterized by?
As a new creation, what is a believer’s life characterized by?
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Believing in Jesus
Believing in Jesus
Believing in Jesus separates you from destruction and defeat, placing you in a new category.
Benefits of Believing
Benefits of Believing
Eternal life, righteousness, and fellowship with God.
New Creature
New Creature
A totally new being in Christ, without a past, whose new life comes directly from God.
Salvation by Grace
Salvation by Grace
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Proofs of Salvation
Proofs of Salvation
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Man's Composition
Man's Composition
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Renewing the Mind
Renewing the Mind
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Characteristics of the New Creation
Characteristics of the New Creation
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Life as a New Creation
Life as a New Creation
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Righteousness
Righteousness
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Study Notes
- Some scriptures to read include 2 Cor 5:17-18, Rom 6:4, Eph 2:10 (Ampc), 2 Pet 1:3, 1 Pet 2:9 (Ampc).
Understanding John 3:16
- Believing in Jesus separates you from those who will perish, and puts you in a new category, delivered from darkness into the kingdom of God’s Son (Col 1:13).
- You will never be ashamed, and have received a life of glory and virtue (2 Pet 1:3).
- Accepting and walking in this truth is essential.
- Believing in Jesus and receiving Him as Lord and Savior means you have received eternal life (1 Jn 5:11-12), righteousness (Rom 5:18-19), and fellowship with God (1 Jn 1:3, Jn 17:21).
- Fellowship with God is made possible through eternal life and righteousness.
2 Corinthians 5:17-18
- If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creature, with old things passed away and all things become new.
- The new creature is a completely new being with no past.
- This new life comes directly from God (Jn 1:12-13)
- It is important to recognize and accept that all things have become new.
- The new things are of God, so reject anything not aligned with God, such as failure or sickness (James 1:17)
- God has not only saved and reconciled us, but also given us a ministry to reconcile others to Him.
Ephesians 2:8
- Salvation is by grace through faith, a gift from God, and not earned by works.
- You have an abundance of grace to enjoy life and reign through Jesus Christ (Rom 5:17, Eph 2:4-5; Rom 3:24).
- Salvation is received through faith and confession (Rom 10:9-10) and through faith in Christ, you are now justified (Rom 5:1-2).
- Proofs of your salvation are the Word of God (Rom 10:9-10, 1 Jn 5:11-13) and the witness of the Holy Spirit (Rom 8:16).
- Feelings do not determine salvation.
Renewing the Mind
- Man is a spirit, has a soul, and lives in a body (1 Thess 5:23) and as a new creature, you receive eternal life in your spirit.
- Renewing your mind by studying the Word of God (Rom 12:2) transforms your life.
- Colossians 3:10 states that studying and growing in the Word renews you in the image of Christ, bearing the fruits of the recreated human spirit (Gal 5:22-23).
Additional Key Points
- The new creation is complete in Christ (Col 2:9-10).
- You are now in God’s Kingdom, a citizen of it (Col 1:13, Jn 17:14).
- You sit in the place of power in Christ (Eph 2:6, Eph 1:20-21).
- You carry God’s divine presence in the world (Col 1:27; Eph 2:22; 1 Cor 6:19).
- You are indestructible (1 Pet 1:23).
Conclusion
- As a new creation, you belong to God’s family and are a joint-heir with Christ.
- Your salvation is by grace, and your life is one of continuous victory and success.
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