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

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.

April 6, 2022July 10, 2026

The Dietary Needs of Our ‘Inner Man’

Part 1 of the Spirit, Soul and the Body series examined the spiritual ‘organs’ God has provided to us within our “Inner Man“. This article examines how God has stated in scripture what the dietary needs of Our Inner Man represent.

Estimated reading time: 9 minutes

All living creatures on Earth that God has made require food to not only grow into maturity, but to prevent from dying. This is because any shortage of food leads to starvation and death. The same goes for the human soul, which needs an appropriate spiritual diet for our Inner Man to grow and to thrive.

Key Takeaways

This article examines the dietary needs of our Inner Man and highlights its importance for spiritual growth.
Christians must regularly ‘feed’ their Inner Man on God’s word to prevent spiritual starvation.
The dietary needs vary by maturity stages: ‘Babes,’ ‘Little Children,’ and ‘Strong Young Men’ require different spiritual nourishment.
Feeding the Inner Man correctly protects against spiritual dangers and promotes growth in faith.
The article encourages Christians to assess their current spiritual diet and consider their growth progression.

“… but though OUR OUTWARD [physical] MAN perish [through ageing], yet THE INWARD [spiritual]  MAN is renewed day by day [by feeding upon God's words].”  (2 Cor 4:16)

“That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in THE INNER MAN;”  (Eph 3:16)

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.

January 13, 2022July 10, 2026

Parable of the Education System

Jesus Christ used parables to describe what the Kingdom of Heaven was like. This article represents a modern-day parable of the education system. As such systems of education are found in many countries, they are used to illustrate the Biblical truth about Salvation and how God expects His people to progress and mature from beginning (Initial Salvation) to the end (Final Salvation).

The scripture verse that underscores the message in this post is this:

“It is written in the prophets, And THEY [ALL truly 'born-again' Christians] shall be ALL TAUGHT [PERSONALLY] of God [the Father].  Every [truly 'born-again'] man [or woman] therefore that hath HEARD, and hath LEARNED of [God] THE FATHER, COMETH UNTO ME [Jesus at the Rapture].”  (John 6:45)

Estimated reading time: 11 minutes

Key Takeaways

The article presents a modern-day parable of the education system, illustrating the spiritual journey from Initial Salvation to Final Salvation.
Just as students progress through educational phases, Christians must grow in faith and understanding to achieve eternal life.
The parable details five levels of spiritual maturity: Kindergarten, Primary, Secondary, University, and Post Graduate levels of faith.
Each level requires Christians to engage in studying scripture and performing good works, ultimately leading to spiritual fruitfulness.
The message warns against reliance on human teachings and emphasizes the necessity of Bible-based knowledge for salvation, highlighting the importance of progressing in faith.

May 8, 2019July 11, 2026

The Gospel of Initial and Final Salvation

Throughout the last two centuries of Christianity, the ‘gospel’ being preached centers upon Salvation through faith alone (Ephesians 2:9).

However, this Faith Alone ‘gospel’ fails to address the need for any accompanying “works” mentioned in Ephesians 2:10. In this, Paul said, we were “…created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them“.

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes

Key Takeaways

The article discusses the importance of both faith and works in achieving Initial and Final Salvation.
Initial Salvation occurs when a sinner accepts Christ, but it does not include works; Final Salvation requires works that produce spiritual fruit.
Scripture emphasizes the need for Christians to endure to the end, hold fast to hope, and demonstrate spiritual maturity through good works.
The article encourages readers to assess their faith journey and the signs of spiritual growth associated with Final Salvation.
Ultimately, both Initial and Final Salvation require a combination of faith and the fruits of works performed in a believer’s life.

August 30, 2019August 5, 2026

Paradise in Hell?

Do you know the Bible reveals there are five compartments within Hell? Most Christians will acknowledge there is a “hell” but know little more than that. But what about there being a Paradise in Hell, you say?

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes

Key Takeaways

The Bible describes five compartments of Hell. This includes Paradise and Hades, separated by a great gulf.
When Jesus died, He went to Paradise in Hell to preach to the spirits of the Old Testament saints awaiting redemption.
After three days and nights, Christ was resurrected from His death and became our High Priest in Heaven. He did this by offering His blood as the ultimate sacrifice.
Paradise in Hell has been empty for 2,000 years because truly ‘born-again’ Christians go directly to Heaven upon death.
To avoid Hell, Christians must obey the Apostle Paul’s Gospel, also referred to as ‘My Gospel.’

I recently read a blog post where the author believed Christ did NOT go to Hell. He explained the basis of his beliefs, but I reject his claims.