Way of Salvation

James Collazo
Sep 19
4 min read

Updated: Sep 23

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A Step-by-Step Guide

Invitation to the Way of Salvation

The world around us grows darker and more uncertain every day. Civil unrest, politics, wars, natural disasters, broken relationships, and personal struggles weigh heavily on hearts, leaving people anxious, afraid, and searching for meaning. If you have never met Jesus Christ, you may feel a deep emptiness, as though nothing in this world can satisfy your soul (Ps. 34:18; Eccles. 1:2; John 10:10).

God has not abandoned you. The Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit reach out to meet you exactly where you are. The Father sees your need and calls you into a relationship with him. He invites you to acknowledge your dependence on his mercy and love (Isa. 55:1–3; Matt. 11:28; 1 Pet. 5:7). The Son, Jesus Christ, lived, died, and rose again to redeem you from sin and restore your life (John 3:16; Rom. 5:8; 1 Cor. 15:3–4). The Holy Spirit works actively in your heart, opening your eyes to truth, softening your conscience, and empowering you to turn fully toward God (John 16:13; Acts 1:8; Titus 3:5–6).

God gives salvation freely. The Father initiates by calling you. The Son redeems you by giving his life for you. The Holy Spirit transforms you by making Christ alive in your heart. When you respond in faith—repenting, believing, and surrendering to his guidance—you step into a new life filled with joy, peace, and the fullness of life that only Christ can give (Rom. 10:9–10; 2 Cor. 5:17; Gal. 2:20; Eph. 2:8–9; Phil. 4:7).

Even if this is your first encounter with him, God meets you exactly where you are. He offers forgiveness, guidance, and eternal hope (Ps. 46:1; Rom. 15:13; 1 John 1:9). You can begin this journey today. You can recognize your need, repent of your sins, believe in Jesus as Lord, and open your heart to the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. As you take these steps, God begins a lifelong work of redemption in your life, shaping you to reflect his love, mercy, and holiness in everything you do (Phil. 2:12–13; 1 Thess. 5:23; Titus 2:11–12).

Step 1: Recognize Your Need

Sin has broken every person; no one can fix themselves. You acknowledge your dependence on God's mercy and grace (John 3:16; Rom. 3:10; Eph. 2:8–9).

Step 2: Respond to God's Prevenient Grace

God's Spirit works in your heart even before you act. His grace awakens your conscience and frees you to turn toward him (John 6:44; Titus 2:11).

Step 3: Repent

You turn from sin and turn to God. You confess your sins, admit your sinful tendencies, commit to a plan to avoid deliberate sin, and open yourself to his forgiveness and transformation (Acts 3:19; 1 John 1:9).

Step 4: Believe in Jesus

You trust that Jesus died and rose for you. You confess him as Lord and believe in your heart. God forgives you, reconciles you, and sets you free from guilt. The Holy Spirit assures you that you are God's child (Rom. 10:9–10; 2 Cor. 5:17; Gal. 2:20).

Step 5: New Birth / Initial Sanctification

God transforms your heart, giving you the desire and ability to love him and others. You begin a holy life in which his image is restored in you (Titus 3:5–6).

Step 6: Ongoing Sanctification

You cooperate with God's grace through prayer, Scripture, worship, and service. You grow daily in love, patience, peace, and holiness. These steps prepare your heart for entire sanctification (Phil. 2:12–13; 1 Thess. 5:23).

Step 7: Entire Sanctification / Christian Perfection

God fully cleanses your heart and fills you with perfect love for him and others. He breaks the root of sin, empowering you to live fully in his will (1 Thess. 5:23).

Step 8: Glorification

God will one day fully restore your body and soul so that you can live eternally in his presence. Even now, his grace empowers you to live as a child of God, showing love, mercy, and holiness daily (Rom. 8:30; Eph. 1:3–14; Rev. 21:4).