Biblical Theology • Category

June 17, 2026July 24, 2026

Is ‘Salvation’ Simply Believing in Jesus?

God's requirement for Christians to RUN their spiritual RACE - Hebrews 12:1-2

The Bible says that SIMPLY BELIEVING in Jesus Christ relates to having one’s level of faith to that of Satan’s devils (James 2:19). These devils actually KNOW Jesus (Luke 8:30-31).

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes

Key Takeaways

The Bible states that simply believing in Jesus falls short of true salvation, as even thw demons believe in Jesus.
Salvation requires effort, conditions, and the production of spiritual fruit, which opposes modern church beliefs.
The book identifies Initial Salvation as a grace gift and Final Salvation as a process of spiritual growth to overcome Satan’s deceptions.
Christians must navigate two gospels: one of grace and one of obedience throughout their life, aiming for spiritual maturity.
Ultimately, genuine faith involves actively seeking the truth and adhering to God’s teachings, as detailed in the book.

The article that follows relates to chapters in this book (below). Each section challenges many beliefs about the Christian Salvation message being preached today.

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Book: God's Plan for Mankind - REVEALED by Alan Manson

What does the Bible say about ‘Salvation’?

June 27, 2026July 9, 2026

Biblical Salvation as viewed from the spiritual perspective

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes

Biblical Salvation is not preached in the churches today. True Salvation that saves a soul from Hell can only be attained by “Walking in the Spirit” (Romans 8:1)

Key Takeaways

Biblical salvation requires Christians to walk in the Spirit, conforming to God’s will for a true spiritual life to be experienced.
Key steps include being born again, studying the Bible, and being led by the Holy Spirit.
Christians must run the race of salvation, focusing on their relationship with Jesus and resisting temptation from the Devil.
The process of spiritual growth involves preparation, running the race, and progressing through eight stages of spiritual maturity.
Assurance of biblical salvation comes from adhering to scriptural requirements and actively living a life of faith.

June 30, 2026July 9, 2026

What Does ‘Walking in the Spirit’ Mean?

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

Galatians 5:16 says: ‘Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.’

Most sermons treat this as a disposition, an attitude, or simply a general orientation toward God. But the verse is operational. It assumes a conflict is already happening. It means that two kingdoms are already competing for the same person.

Key Takeaways

Galatians 5:16 emphasizes actively choosing to walk in the Spirit amid a conflict between flesh and spirit.
The ‘flesh’ represents a spiritual entity influenced by Satan, not just the physical body.
Walking in the Spirit requires faith, personal scripture engagement, spiritual fruit production, and endurance in truth.
Success in walking in the Spirit reveals spiritual maturity, which requires continuous obedience, not a one-time event.
Believers should reflect on their walk in the Spirit and consider the truth of their faith, as outlined in the article.

July 7, 2026July 9, 2026

How Does God Test Believers?

Christians often wonder how does God test Believers. If some say that suffering towards individuals occurs randomly, this means that faith becomes a lottery.

Key Takeaways

The Bible teaches that God tests Believers through suffering, which is purposeful, not random.
Satan serves as the specific adversary in this testing process, allowed by God with limitations.
Believers experience multiple tests designed by Satan to assess their faithfulness and obedience to God.
The life on Earth serves as an arena for Christians to prove their love and loyalty to God while resisting Satan’s lies.
Understanding how God tests Believers is essential for spiritual growth and navigating trials in faith.

July 27, 2023July 14, 2026

The Apostle Paul’s Gospel of Salvation

Paul's Mystery Gospel that involves 'The Race' (Hebrews 12:1)

This Bible-based analysis of the Apostle Paul’s Gospel of Salvation explains the requirements Christians MUST meet for entry into Heaven.

In this, God requires every Christian to enter into and “RUN” in the “RACE that God has established” (Hebrews 12:1-2).

This “RACE” is similar to a cross-country “endurance race” (1 Corinthians 9:26). This is where God requires every Christian to use a map (i.e. their Bible), together with a compass (the Holy Spirit). This is to enable them to reach the Finish Line (or Final Salvation):

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes

Key Takeaways

Christians must meet specific requirements for entry into Heaven based on Paul’s Gospel.
Paul’s Gospel outlines eight stages of spiritual maturity, starting with the New Birth and leading to Final Salvation.
True discipleship requires Christians to forsake all material wealth and fully surrender their lives to Jesus.
Unity in the Body of Christ is essential for fulfilling God’s will and each member has a specific role.
Christians must acquire the Gifts of the Spirit to perform good works, such as healing and preaching, as part of their ministry.

"...and LET US RUN WITH PATIENCE THE RACE THAT IS SET BEFORE US,  2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith..."  (Hebrews 12:1-2)

December 14, 2020July 13, 2026

The Eight Stages of Biblical Salvation

The image describes the eight stages of Initial and Final Salvation that are necessary for Salvation

This article will explain in detail the Eight Stages of Biblical Salvation necessary for Christians to avoid spending eternity in Hell.

Estimated reading time: 15 minutes

Key Takeaways

The article outlines the Eight Stages of Biblical Salvation necessary for Christians to attain eternal life.
Each stage is critical for understanding the spiritual journey toward salvation, emphasizing the need to run the race with patience.
Biblical Salvation develops through initial faith, striving to enter, experiencing the new birth, and growing spiritually as a babe and little child.
As Christians mature, they should aim to become strong young men, spiritual fathers, and ultimately good soldiers of Jesus Christ.
The failure to progress beyond the early stages can lead to spiritual stagnation and the risk of eternal separation from God.

May 8, 2019July 22, 2026

The New Birth

Many preachers claim that if an unsaved person accepts Christ as their Savior, they have experienced the New Birth, or “born again”. However, can such a claim be justified in scripture?

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

Key Takeaways

The New Birth, or being born again, signifies a spiritual transformation initiated by God, which allows one to perceive the state of God’s kingdom.
This transformation parallels the natural birth, where God’s word acts as the seed together with the human heart as the spiritual soil.
As an unborn child
The New Birth addresses the curse of sin inherited from Adam and Eve, enabling direct spirit-to-spirit communication with God once a person is born again.
Being born again is a prerequisite for salvation, and one’s spiritual growth is guided by biblical teachings and truths.
The article encourages readers to verify its claims with trusted church members and invites comments for discussion.

I question this because of my own ‘New Birth’ experience (John 3:8). What happened at this time was that God placed a “new heart” within me (Ezek 36:26). This experience allowed me to “see” the state of God’s kingdom inside the churches, which to me was horrific.

Let me explain.

Continue reading “The New Birth”

January 18, 2020July 29, 2026

Final Salvation: Christians must ‘Run the ‘Race’

God has established the requirement for every Christian to “Run the Race” that has been established for them:

“…let us [meaning every Christian] RUN WITH PATIENCE THE RACE that is set before us, 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith…”  (Hebrews 12:1-2)

Once modern-day (unsaved) individuals hear the Gospel message—those who believe and then accept the ‘Good News’ by confessing Jesus Christ with their mouth, the Bible says that such people are ‘Saved’ from spending eternity in Hell (Rom 10:9-10).

However, such people are yet to run the race God has established for every Christian to embark upon and hopefully finish.

Estimated reading time: 9 minutes

Key Takeaways

God requires every Christian to ‘Run the Race’ towards Final Salvation despite challenges posed by the Devil.
Belief in the Gospel saves individuals initially, but doesn’t guarantee they will run their spiritual race effectively.
Christians must acquire spiritual items like righteousness, the Gospel message, and support from Jesus to succeed in their race.
Each Christian must grow spiritually and resist temptations to avoid hindrances in their journey.
Maturity in faith is essential. New believers, or ‘babies in Christ’ cannot start running the race until they grow in understanding.

November 29, 2024July 10, 2026

Are you one of Abraham’s ‘Spiritual Children’?

Abraham's sacrificial offering of Isaac to God

If Christians hope to acquire eternal Salvation, the Bible says they must become one of Abraham’s spiritual children!

Key Takeaways

Christians must become Abraham’s ‘Spiritual Children’ to attain eternal Salvation by demonstrating faith in God.
Abraham’s testing by God reflects the need for Christians to exhibit ‘WORKS OF FAITH’ alongside belief.
Initial Salvation comes from faith alone, while Final Salvation requires obedience, love and works for God above all else.
The comparison between Abraham and Christians shows that both must love and obey God to ensure their entry into Heaven.
Christians today must strive for spiritual maturity and perform works like Christ to fulfill their discipleship.

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

September 9, 2019July 10, 2026

The Wise and Foolish Virgins

The Bible contains many truths in the parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins that preachers prefer to ignore. It is because of this that many Foolish Christians will be left-behind after the Rapture.

This article looks at what each of the symbols represent in this parable. This is to allow Christians to appreciate how significant this message from Jesus is. It represents a warning that highlights what events will take place leading up to the (Pre-Trib) Rapture.

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes

Key Takeaways

The parable of the wise and foolish virgins serves as a warning about the Rapture, highlighting the need for spiritual preparedness.
The ‘oil’ symbolizes Bible truths learned through study and life experiences, essential for spiritual understanding.
Wise virgins possess enough oil, while foolish virgins lack sufficient biblical knowledge and preparation.
Christians receive oil through instruction from God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit.
The article emphasizes the importance of being a wise virgin to avoid being left behind after the Rapture.