The Miraculous Nature of Human Salvation: Luke 18:26-27
“26) They who heard it said, “Then who can be saved?” 27) But He said, “The things that are impossible with people are possible with God.”” Luke‬ ‭18‬:‭26‬-‭27‬ ‭
This question and response came as a result of the story of the rich young ruler. The timing of the story is significant. The incident happened prior to the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
It underlines the fact that no one is good enough to save themselves before God. Sin is a universal human problem.
The mission of Jesus was to do for mankind what no one could do for themselves. It established salvation as a work of God.
Take time and review John 3:16-17; ““16) For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life. 17) For God did not send the Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him.” ‭‭ “Who then can be saved?” Those who believe in Jesus Christ! Salvation is based on personal faith in Jesus Christ. The gospel message includes repentance and turning away from sin. (See Acts 26:19-20)
Salvation is based on the grace of God. (See Ephesians 2:8-10) The Holy Spirit begins an active role of transformation in the life of every true believer. He not only saves us, He changes us. (See Titus 3:4-7)
Human salvation is only possible because of the active role of God. Jesus paid for human sin and the Holy Spirit activity changes those who come to Jesus in saving faith.
I view human salvation and transformation as the greatest work of God. It truly is miraculous.
Daily Bible Commentary By Terry Baxter: Cofounder of GoServ Global
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