Why is the term 'getting saved' misleading?

The phrase 'getting saved' is frequently used in contemporary Christian discourse but is absent from Scripture. It implies that a person can obtain salvation through their own efforts or timing, which is contrary to the biblical view of salvation as a divine appointment. Scripture consistently presents salvation as a gift from God, something bestowed upon individuals rather than a status achieved or acquired. The misleading notion that salvation can be 'gotten' also fosters the idea that it can be lost, failing to appreciate God’s sovereign grace in ensuring the perseverance of the saints.