There are many schools of thought when it comes to salvation. Some believe that "all ways lead to God". Some believe that you can do enough good works, religious deeds, and penance to be saved. Some believe that because you were born in a Christian nation or to a Christian family you are saved. Another belief says that because Jesus died on the cross you are already forgiven of your sins and are saved. This is the one I want to address this morning.
Yes, it is true that when Jesus died on the cross, it was then that He paid for your sins. It was there where forgiveness of sins was made available. It was there were the atonement and complete sacrifice was made. But just because Jesus provided forgiveness and salvation there already does not mean that it is automatically yours and mine.
If I had a billion dollars in a bank account and said that anyone who wants it can have it if they will go get it. If you wanted it, when would it become yours? Never, if you did not go to the bank and claim it. It doesn't become yours if you don't go and receive it. Salvation is the same way. It has been provided. It is available. But unless you receive it personally by faith in Jesus Christ, you will never have it. If you confess your sins. If you believe in your heart. If you ask for it. If you repent. If you acknowledge it personally then it becomes yours--and only then.
Have a great day. Salvation has been provided through Jesus Christ, but you don't automatically have it unless you receive it by faith.
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