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Salvation Definition - The Full Biblical Meaning

Salvation Definition - The Full Biblical Meaning

Apostle Quinson Thomas Apostle Quinson Thomas

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What is Salvation and what does it mean?

Salvation means being saved from sin and translated into the Kingdom of God, receiving Eternal Life that is knowing The Father and The Lord Jesus Christ (John 17) as a result of being known by Him Who reveals Himself to you. Salvation is the gift of God so no one can boast.

ConceptHebrew WordEmphasis
General SalvationYeshua / YashaDivine deliverance
Redemption / RansomPadahPrice paid for freedom
Kinsman-RedeemerGa’alFamily covenant rescue
Escape / SafetyMalatProtection from danger

Salvation Synonyms

  • redemption
  • deliverance
  • saving
  • help
  • emancipation
  • liberation
  • pardon

What are Scriptures that Define Salvation or Being Saved?


  • Titus 3:5 - Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost; 
  • Ephesians 2:8 - For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:  
  • Romans 10:9 - That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 

Ephesians 2:8 - For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:

  • Matthew 7:21Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
  • John 14:6 - Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.

What Does The Bible Say About Salvation from The Old Testament and New Testament?

  • Acts 4:12 - Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.
  • John 6:44 - No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day. 
  • Psalms 3:8 - Salvation belongeth unto the LORD: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah.
  • Psalms 37:39 - But the salvation of the righteous is of the LORD: he is their strength in the time of trouble.
  • Psalms 62:1 - (To the chief Musician, to Jeduthun, A Psalm of David.) Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation.
  • Acts 28:28 - Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it.
  • Romans 6:14 - For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.
  • John 3:16 - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.  
  • Psalms 60:5 - That thy beloved may be delivered; save with thy right hand, and hear me.40 healing scriptures
  • Galatians 2:21 - I do not frustrate the grace of God: for if righteousness come by the law, then Christ is dead in vain.
  • John 3:17 - For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. 

More Scriptures

  • Acts 2:1 - And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.  
  • Acts 2:36-41 - Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.  


How are We Saved According To The New Testament?

Salvation begins with recognizing our need for God. The Bible teaches that all have sinned and fall short of His glory (Romans 3:23). We must repent-turning from sin-and believe that Jesus Christ died for our sins and rose again (Romans 10:9). Salvation is not earned by works but received by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8–9). Call on Jesus, trusting Him as Lord and Savior, and He will forgive, cleanse, and give new life. Salvation brings reconciliation with God, the gift of the Holy Spirit, and eternal hope. Today is the day of salvation according to Scripture so open your heart and receive The Lord Jesus by faith.

“If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus,
and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead,thou shalt be saved.For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness;and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.(Romans 10:9–10)

Psalm 50:14–15

"Offer unto God thanksgiving; and pay thy vows unto the most High:And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me."

Psalm 50:23
"Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God."

About the Author: Apostle Quinson Thomas is the Founder and Chancellor of Alive Christians and its Zoe-Dunamis School of Ministry. By God's amazing grace, he's also an acknowledged author on Goodreads and researcher on ResearchGate.net and Academia.edu. Teaching on faith, humility and the power of God, Apostle Thomas focuses his 17 years of ministry experience to share authoritative and scripturally accurate theological teachings and research. His books and publications are available at The Alive Christians Bookstore. May you be empowered with might from God in Jesus' Name.  Follow him

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