Category: Salvation Series

  • What Does It Mean to Be Born Again?

    What Does It Mean to Be Born Again? The phrase “born again” is familiar to many Christians. But what does it actually mean? Jesus used those words while speaking with a man named Nicodemus. Nicodemus was a Pharisee, a religious leader, and a man who knew the Scriptures. He was respected. He was educated. He…

  • Knowing Christian Language Isn’t the Same as Knowing Christ

    Knowing Christian Language Isn’t the Same as Knowing Christ There are people who know how to sound like Christians. They know the right words. They know when to say, “Praise the Lord.” They know familiar Bible verses. They know the songs. They know how to pray in public. They know how Christians are expected to…

  • Baptism and Good Works Cannot Save You

    Baptism and Good Works Cannot Save You Last week we looked at an important truth: Going to church does not save us. This week, we are going to look at two more things people sometimes trust in for salvation: Baptism and good works. Both are important in the Christian life. But neither can save us.…

  • Going to Church Doesn’t Save You

    It gives us the opportunity to worship with other believers, hear God’s Word taught, pray together, encourage one another, and grow in our faith. Scripture even tells believers not to neglect meeting together. “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together…” Hebrews 10:24–25…

  • Why Do You Think You’re Going to Heaven?

    If someone asked you today, “Why do you believe you are going to Heaven?” what would you say? It is one of the most important questions we will ever answer. Many people would say: “I’ve gone to church all my life.” “I was baptized.” “My parents raised me in a Christian home.” “I believe in…