"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."
— 2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV)
What Happened When You Got Saved
Salvation is not a vague concept—it's a supernatural transaction where God radically changed your identity and destiny. Here's what happened:
You Are Justified
Declared Righteous Before God
Justification means God declares you righteous based on Christ's finished work, not your performance. You stand before God as if you never sinned.
You Are Redeemed
Bought Back from Slavery to Sin
Redemption means you were purchased out of the slave market of sin. Jesus paid the price with His blood. You are no longer owned by sin—you belong to Christ.
You Are Adopted
Made a Child of God
Adoption means you are now a child of God with full legal rights and privileges. You have a new Father, a new family, and a new inheritance.
You Are Sanctified
Set Apart for God's Purpose
Sanctification means you are set apart as holy. Positionally, you are already holy in Christ. Practically, God is making you more like Jesus every day.
Test Your Assurance
Answer these questions honestly. The Bible gives us tests to examine ourselves (2 Corinthians 13:5).
Do you believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God who died for your sins and rose again?
Have you repented of your sins and surrendered your life to Christ as Lord?
Has the Holy Spirit changed your desires, giving you a new love for God and His Word?
Do you have a growing desire to obey God, even when you fail?
Do you love other believers and have a concern for the lost?
Remember This Truth:
If you answered "Yes" to most of these questions, you have strong evidence of genuine salvation. If you answered "No" to most, it doesn't mean you're damned—it means you need to examine your faith and cry out to God for real salvation.
Answering Common Doubts
Every believer struggles with doubts at some point. Here's how to overcome them.
"I don't feel saved"
"I keep sinning—maybe I'm not really saved"
"What if I lose my salvation?"
"I prayed the sinner's prayer, but nothing changed"
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