Our Wonderful Salvation

A 陳若愚 Sermon Summary

​Praise God’s great mercy for the wonderful salvation that gives us a new birth (1 Peter 1:1-9, John 10:10).
 
This new birth from the Holy Spirit transforms us (John 3:5, 8). It brings us the living hope of an inheritance that is eternal, unlike earthly things; that is pure, with no evil, suffering, and sin; and that is as beautiful as Christ’s never-fading glorious body (1 Peter 1:4, Philippians 3:21).
 
But our journey on earth is one of sanctification. We will fall, but in that failure, we should pray fervently and rely on God’s grace. Through the power of God, we can stand up from where we fall and hold firmly onto our conviction to do God’s will (Hebrew 3:14, 10:36).
 
We shouldn’t rely on what we see. Our trust shouldn’t be in our wealth and health. Instead, focus on God’s glory, God’s will, and His Kingdom. Trust God to be our Lord. His glory is the hope of humanity (Ephesians 1:3-14).
 
During this journey, we will experience suffering and trial. This is partially because living a godly life brings persecution (1Peter 1:6, 2Timothy 3:12). In suffering, persist in your faith, which is purified by the trial.
 
When Christ returns, those holding onto their faith will receive praise from Him and crowns as good as Paul’s (2Timothy 4:7-8). We will be like Christ and with Christ, who is on the throne (1 Peter 1:7).
 
This salvation doesn’t just promise us wonderful blessings in the future. On earth today, it already provides us an abundant life through God’s great blessings.
 
We can enjoy a loving relationship with the invisible Christ. Though we may have to suffer grief in all kinds of trials, the Holy Spirit can bring us God’s grace and guidance and help us trust His wonderful plan.
 
Remember that you don’t have to fight alone; God’s power will protect your faith, and the salvation of your body and your soul (1 Peter 1:5). 
 
So, you can be filled with glorious joy even today (1 Peter 1:6, 8, 9; Matthew 16:24-26).
 
This is our wonderful salvation.
 
Summary of a sermon by 陳若愚牧師, titled “The All-Inclusive Salvation”
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ih_Ej-YsIvA&list=PLg3M9TBbMGt3ncUcMo3R92J7LLbX_BhJ5 (From 18:00 minutes).