rush city baptist church
RUSH CITY BAPTIST CHURCH
DISCIPLESHIP LESSON #9 CONCERNING ETERNAL SECURITY
“Salvation must be seen as a work of God. We are His workmanship, the work of His new creation. Salvation is basically God-centered, not man-centered. He has done the work, and He has done it for His eternal glory. Can any work of God be imperfect? Certainly not. The Creator has guaranteed the work of His hands and of His heart.” (Robert Gromacki) Note: Doubting one’s salvation is a common experience for many Christians. The problem is primarily caused by viewing salvation from a human perspective, rather than from a divine perspective, as presented in Scripture. This problem can be attributed to a variety of factors: (1) salvation at an early age; (2) persistent sinful habits; (3) incorrect doctrinal teaching; or (4) lack of proper discipleship.
THE PROMISE OF ETERNAL SECURITY Read John 10:27-29. First, what type of life does Jesus give to believers? responsible to safeguard the believer’s soul?
Second, who is
List the adjectives Peter used to describe the inheritance God gives to His children (1 Peter 1:3-5). Also include any phrases that describe the believer’s certainty of salvation. THE PROCESS OF ETERNAL SECURITY Note: Eternal security is looking at the matter from God’s viewpoint. God keeps the believer saved and safe. This is sometimes called preservation. Perseverance looks at eternal security from the believer’s viewpoint; he will go on and progress in the Christian life until heaven. What role does God play in the preservation of the saints (Jude 24-25)? What role does the believer need to play in perseverance (1 John 3:7-10)? What security does the apostle Paul give to the Roman believers (Romans 8:31-39)? THE PRODUCT OF ETERNAL SECURITY How should the believer respond to the promise of eternal security (1 John 3:1-3)? How should eternal security motivate the believer’s service (1 Corinthians 15:51-58)? THE PROBLEM WITH ETERNAL SECURITY There are texts which seem to suggest that a believer can lose his salvation or be in danger of losing it. One such passage is Hebrews 6:4-6. First, note the four phrases that detail the genuine conversion of the subject. Second, remember that an important rule of biblical hermeneutics is to interpret the obscure passages in light of the clear passages. So, this passage seems to be a warning of the danger of a Christian moving from a position of true faith and life to the extent of becoming disqualified for further service. Read 1 Corinthians 9:27.
DISCIPLESHIP LESSON #9 CONCERNING ETERNAL SECURITY
“Salvation must be seen as a work of God. We are His workmanship, the work of His new creation. Salvation is basically God-centered, not man-centered. He has done the work, and He has done it for His eternal glory. Can any work of God be imperfect? Certainly not. The Creator has guaranteed the work of His hands and of His heart.” (Robert Gromacki) Note: Doubting one’s salvation is a common experience for many Christians. The problem is primarily caused by viewing salvation from a human perspective, rather than from a divine perspective, as presented in Scripture. This problem can be attributed to a variety of factors: (1) salvation at an early age; (2) persistent sinful habits; (3) incorrect doctrinal teaching; or (4) lack of proper discipleship.
THE PROMISE OF ETERNAL SECURITY Read John 10:27-29. First, what type of life does Jesus give to believers? responsible to safeguard the believer’s soul?
Second, who is
List the adjectives Peter used to describe the inheritance God gives to His children (1 Peter 1:3-5). Also include any phrases that describe the believer’s certainty of salvation. THE PROCESS OF ETERNAL SECURITY Note: Eternal security is looking at the matter from God’s viewpoint. God keeps the believer saved and safe. This is sometimes called preservation. Perseverance looks at eternal security from the believer’s viewpoint; he will go on and progress in the Christian life until heaven. What role does God play in the preservation of the saints (Jude 24-25)? What role does the believer need to play in perseverance (1 John 3:7-10)? What security does the apostle Paul give to the Roman believers (Romans 8:31-39)? THE PRODUCT OF ETERNAL SECURITY How should the believer respond to the promise of eternal security (1 John 3:1-3)? How should eternal security motivate the believer’s service (1 Corinthians 15:51-58)? THE PROBLEM WITH ETERNAL SECURITY There are texts which seem to suggest that a believer can lose his salvation or be in danger of losing it. One such passage is Hebrews 6:4-6. First, note the four phrases that detail the genuine conversion of the subject. Second, remember that an important rule of biblical hermeneutics is to interpret the obscure passages in light of the clear passages. So, this passage seems to be a warning of the danger of a Christian moving from a position of true faith and life to the extent of becoming disqualified for further service. Read 1 Corinthians 9:27.
