To be saved is to be delivered or rescued from danger. In the study of soteriology we are arriving at the culminating point of doctrine, the end and purpose for which all other doctrines are given and tend. The bible speaks, however, of gods gracious plan to provide a solution to mans problem. Faith bible institute, a division of faith baptist church, ny.
This school of interpretation is called arminianism, named after james arminius. At the same time, the doctrine of soteriology from the greek word soteria, meaning deliverance or salvation is one of the more complex doctrines of the christian faith, engendering various systems which attempt to explain how salvation functions, as well as vigorous debate among the proponents of those systems. Soteriology is a pivotal doctrine upon which the christian salvation doctrine lies. It discourages effort for the salvation of the impenitent, whether on their own part or on the part of others. Dec 08, 20 the word soteriology comes from two greek words. The doctrine of glorification, part ii slj institute. Soteriology is the study of religious doctrine s of salvation. Eschatology is derived from the greek word, eschatos. Soteriology 101 a professor and former 5point calvinist. Systematic theology, by louis berkhof biblical training. Let us make a statement of faith by our study of the doctrine of salvation soteriology. Salvation in christianity, also called deliverance, or redemption, is the saving of human beings from death and separation from god by christs death and resurrection, and the justification following this salvation. The doctrine of the covenant in reformed theology1 at present there is general agreement that the doctrine of the covenants is a peculiarly reformed doctrine.
The image of the unredeemed sinner kept from falling into hell only by the hand of god was a perfect summary of calvinist soteriology. Soteriology, soteria, salvation, logos, discourse refers to the study of the doctrine concerning salvation. The effective calling is an act of god, speaking through the human proclamation of the gospel, in which he summons people to himself in. It emerged in reformed theology where it was assured of a permanent place and in a way that has also remained confined within these bounds. Soteriology notes studies in the doctrine of christian salvation by jack l. The doctrine of the perseverance of the saints in history. Quizlet flashcards, activities and games help you improve your grades. The doctrines of the faith faith bible baptist church. The doctrine of salvation bible baptist church ballincollig. The gospel is the proclamation about events that happened in a specific geographic area, during a definite, specified period of time. Testifying both to the jews, and also to the greeks, repen. Salvation means to successfully set free, release, rescue, liberate someone or something from impending danger. The doctrine of salvation salvation soteriology taught by. Soteriology, as the word is traditionally employed in evangelical theology, is generally taken to mean the study of salvation by grace through faith in jesus christ, and it is in this particular sense that the term is meant here, specifically, the plan of god for saving the believer section i, the mechanics of salvation whereby the person in.
Paper on ecclesiology submitted for the second semester of systematic theology in my seminary studies. It is the capstone of systematic theology with every branch of theology finding its resolution in it. Soteriology is one of the main subsets of systematic theology. Soteriology the doctrine of salvation page 3 old, that is over 40,000 sins crimes against gods lawi john 3.
A professor and former 5point calvinist discussing the doctrines of salvation, election, predestination, and gods amazing grace. This doctrine and study of salvation is one of christianitys greatest and most precious teachings. One is to stress the importance of man and his free will to choose for or against christ. There is one gospel that does not have the words repented, repentance, or repenting in it. The confessions of israels faith consisted primarily of rehearsing the historical actions of god. The bible teaches both the effectual call and the human responsibility to believe in christ. Soteriology discusses how christs death secures the salvation of those who believe. Thirdly, embodied in the doctrine of justification by faith is the imputation of the righteousness of god to the christian believer. Bays does a masterful job of suggesting activities that begin to give glimpses of insight into soteriology without preaching that penal substitution is the only valid way of understanding salvation. Further discuss how the doctrine of unconditional election causes great distress to a person who has a family member or loved one who has not trusted in christ. The oxford dictionary meaning of salvation the fact or state of being saved from sin and its consequences.
Soteriology deals with the entire work of biblical salvation, including gods work of planning salvation in eternity past, providing salvation in human history, and perfecting salvation throughout eternity future. Cork bible institute page 5 the doctrine of salvation i. This seems to make salvation contrary to human effort or responsibility. Genuine offer of salvation since it is impossible for god to be unfair to any person, and since he loves all men equally, desires all men to be saved, is not willing that any should perish, and invites all men to be saved, he freely and graciously offers salvation to all men. Soteriology the study of salvation thinking on scripture. The doctrine of salvation is a very broad and very deep subject, yet is so simple that a little child can understand its essential truth. Soteriology therefore is the doctrine of salvation.
We believe that repentance towards god and faith towards our lord jesus christ and his finished work on calvary is the only ground for salvation from sin. Introduction how shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation, which at the first began to be spoken by. A definition of the term soteriology and discussion of the teaching of salvation in light of systematic theology. Let us make a statement of faith by our study of the doctrine of salvationsoteriology. The very word carries with it a twofold implication. Soteriology syllabus 9 the theology notebook soteriology copyright 2004, the theology program. What questions about salvation does soteriology address. Introduction one may wonder why we need a separate study of the doctrine of salvation. Salvation theory occupies a place of special significance in many religions. Thus, your 3 main points upon which you have based your conclusion, namely, that james 2. Discuss how the doctrine of unconditional election brings great comfort to a person who has a family member or loved one who has not trusted in christ.
The other way of approaching salvation is to stress the importance of god and his sovereign will in bringing men to himself through christ. Soteriology a study of the doctrine of salvation a. Christology and soteriology of classical pentecostalism. It helps us to understand the doctrines of redemption, justification, sanctification, propitiation, and the substitutionary atonement. That is why what we call good works god calls dead works and expects us to repent of them. Soteriologythe doctrine of salvation part 1 youtube. Soteriology refers to the doctrine of salvation a nd is by far the most outstanding theme in the scriptures. Soteriology, the doctrine of salvation, must be the grandest theme in the scriptures. There are two great divisions of the doctrine of soteriology, which we shall pursue. Pdf the doctrine of salvation salvation soteriology. Four basic protestant systems of christian salvation i.
The doctrine of salvation, page 14 15 gods payment 16 the punishment of sins 17 the purpose of warnings and exhortations d. Soteriology a study of gods plan of salvation as revealed in the holy bible. The denial of this doctrine makes salvation dependent on mans will. Therefore, contrary to your unfounded assertion, the example of abraham in gen. Among african christians, salvation is identified with the. Alexander, gods sovereignty and human responsibility, the evangelical quarterly 5 1933.
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