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How do we know that salvation is for sinners?

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Salvation is explicitly stated in the Bible as being for sinners, as demonstrated in 1 Timothy 1:15, which declares that Christ Jesus came to save sinners.

The notion that salvation is intended for sinners is consistently echoed throughout scripture. In 1 Timothy 1:15, Paul asserts that 'Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners,' emphasizing that there are no qualifications attached. This means that even those burdened by sin can find hope and redemption in Him. The absence of any adjective before 'sinners' in this declaration points to the unconditional nature of God's grace. From the life of Paul, who recognized himself as the chief of sinners, we see that genuine acknowledgment of our sinful state is the first step towards understanding and receiving this divine mercy. It demonstrates God’s overarching plan for salvation and His love for the lost.
Scripture References: 1 Timothy 1:15, Romans 5:6, Psalm 25:5, 2 Samuel 23:5, Romans 5:8, Joshua 6, Luke 19:10, Matthew 9:13, Mark 2:17, Isaiah 1:4-20

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A Sinners Hope
Greg Elmquist · Feb 27, 2022
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