The Plan of Salvation
How Scripture Reveals God’s Way of Saving Mankind
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes…” — Romans 1:16 (NKJV)
The Bible does not leave the question of salvation unanswered. From the preaching of the apostles to the teaching preserved in the New Testament, God has revealed a clear and consistent plan by which sinners may be saved through Jesus Christ.
This page exists to examine the plan of salvation exactly as Scripture reveals it — without tradition, assumption, or human addition.
Why the Plan of Salvation Matters
Salvation is not determined by sincerity alone, nor is it shaped by religious tradition. When people in the New Testament asked what they must do to be saved, God provided clear answers through inspired teaching.
“Men and brethren, what shall we do?”
— Acts 2:37 (NKJV)
The purpose of this page is to allow Scripture to answer that question the same way it did in the first century — plainly, consistently, and authoritatively.
Because eternity is at stake, salvation must be understood as God has revealed it, not as it has been redefined by men.
Salvation Is Revealed Through the Gospel
The plan of salvation centers on the gospel — the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
“Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel… that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:1–4 (NKJV)
How the Bible Describes the Response to the Gospel
When the gospel was preached in the book of Acts, Scripture consistently shows that those who believed responded by:
These responses are not religious traditions — they are the responses taught and commanded by Christ and His apostles.
The Plan of Salvation — Step by Step
Hearing the Word
Salvation begins with hearing the message of Christ.
“So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”
— Romans 10:17 (NKJV)
No one in Scripture was saved without first hearing the gospel.
Believing in Christ
Belief in Jesus as the Son of God is essential.
“Therefore I said to you that you will die in your sins; for if you do not believe that I am He, you will die in your sins.”
— John 8:24 (NKJV)
Repenting of Sin
Repentance involves a change of heart and direction.
“Truly, these times of ignorance God overlooked, but now commands all men everywhere to repent.”
— Acts 17:30 (NKJV)
Confessing Christ
Confession is the open acknowledgment of faith in Jesus.
“That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.”
— Romans 10:9 (NKJV)
This confession identifies one’s submission to Jesus as Lord.
Baptism Into Christ
Baptism is where Scripture places the obedient believer into Christ.
“Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins…”
— Acts 2:38 (NKJV)
“For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ.”
— Galatians 3:27 (NKJV)
Baptism is not a work of human merit — it is an act of obedient faith commanded by Christ.
Live Faithfully Unto Death
Salvation is entered once, but faithfulness continues.
“Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.”
— Revelation 2:10 (NKJV)
Those who are saved are called to walk in the light and remain steadfast in Christ.
While salvation is entered at a definite point, Scripture teaches that faithfulness must continue throughout one’s life.
An Invitation to Examine Scripture Carefully
The plan of salvation revealed in the New Testament deserves careful and honest examination.
“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”
— James 1:22 (NKJV)
I encourage every sincere seeker to open the Bible, read the passages presented, and test every teaching against God’s Word.
Truth is not determined by popularity — it is revealed by God.
Next Steps
If you have not yet examined what the Bible teaches about salvation, begin with the question Scripture itself records:
What Must I Do to Be Saved?
“All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth.” — Matthew 28:18
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