THE HERO GAP
This Communion meditation contrasts human heroism with Christ’s saving work, reminding believers that Jesus does not merely extend life—he gives eternal life through his body and blood.
Articles for tag: salvation
April 13, 2012
What’s Missing?
Ron Downs argues that repentance has become neglected in many churches and calls Christians to recover its essential place in the biblical message of salvation.
April 6, 2012
I Will Save You
Jeff Vines explores what salvation means, why human goodness cannot overcome sin, and how the cross, repentance, commitment, and baptism shape our response to God's promise to save.
May 23, 2011
Lesson for May 29, 2011: Water of Life (Revelation 22:1-9; 13-17)
Ron Arnold reflects on Revelation 22, where the water of life flows from God’s throne, points to Christ’s cleansing work at Calvary, and invites the thirsty to come.
May 1, 2011
Confronting Our Own Heresy
Dick Alexander argues that the gospel is not only about forgiveness and Heaven, but about joining God’s kingdom work now to restore what sin has damaged.
January 3, 2011
Lesson for Jan. 9, 2011: Salvation for God”s People (Isaiah 45:14-25)
Ron Martin’s lesson on Isaiah 45 explores God’s providential care, his rebuke of idols, and his invitation for all the ends of the earth to be saved.
May 30, 2010
What I Have Learned in 50 Years as a Theologian (Part 2)
Jack Cottrell examines Law vs. Grace, arguing that Christians become and remain justified by grace through faith while rethinking common Restoration Movement teachings about salvation and baptism.
October 25, 2009
The Wide Road Is Still the Wrong Road
David Faust, universalism, salvation, evangelism, George Barna, Unitarian Universalist Church, Restoration Movement, Cincinnati Christian University,
August 23, 2009
My Grace Journey
Brian Giese reflects on discovering the joy of grace, warning against both legalism and taking grace for granted while calling the church to teach God’s grace clearly.
March 1, 2009
Remember Your Baptism
Bruce E. Shields examines baptism in Romans 6, showing how Paul connects immersion with Christ’s death and resurrection, new creation, salvation, and a transformed way of life.
