Introduction
II Timothy 1:9The experience of salvation
Those who are in Christ are savedBut this is not just a future prizeEphesians 1:3Luke 19:9Jude 1:3 – “the salvation we share”Our relationship with God in ChristJohn 17:23Colossians 1:27I John 4:15-16We should relish and enjoy itActs 8:39 – “went on his way rejoicing”I Peter 1:8-9We should practice itColossians 2:6-7I John 1:6-7, 9Hebrews 5:8-9 – those who are actively obeyingPhilippians 2:12-13What is heaven?
Being with God, Revelation 21:3Praising Him together, Revelation 7:10Rejoicing together, Revelation 19:7Serving Him, Revelation 22:3Living without sin, Revelation 21:27Living without fear, Revelation 21:4Conclusion
Salvation is our present realityNot just the knowledge that we are saved, but the experience of itBy living the grace, love, goodness, knowledge and truth of Christ