Salvation by Christ Alone

And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under Heaven given among men by which we must be saved." Acts 4:12

What an amazing testimony Peter gives here while standing in the temple in front of the elders and rulers of the council. He first reminds them just before this, in v. 10 that they were the ones who crucified Jesus, but it was God who raised Him from the dead. He then goes on to tell them that the only way to Heaven is by Jesus Christ alone.

To me, it is so sad how Satan has convoluted the message of the Gospel. So much so, that even people who profess to be "christians", even many big time Christian leaders are today teaching or at least alluding to the belief that there are other ways to Heaven.

But the truth is, there is only one way to Heaven and that is through Jesus Christ alone. If there are other ways to Heaven, then Christ died for nothing. How sad that there are people in churches out there who are being taught that 'Jesus is the answer, BUT there are also other ways to Heaven.'

No folks, Jesus is the only way to Heaven. Even He himself proclaimed, "I am the way, the truth and the life, no one comes to the Father but by me." John 14:6

Our hope and faith must be built on the sold rock foundation of Jesus Christ. Apart from the shed blood of Jesus, there is no salvation. Unfortunately today, people are denying the truth because they want there to be other ways beyond the way God has provided. Its like going to a physician and hearing that you have cancer and are soon to die. The doctor tells you, ..."but there is one cure, only one cure, and I've got it in the next room." Instead, you tell him, "well thanks, I believe you but I also believe there is another, easier way and I'm going to look for that first." We wouldn't do that with a deadly disease like cancer, why do we do it with a deadlier problem like sin.

My friend, there is only one way to Heaven and His name is Jesus. He came to this earth so that sinners like you and I can be made right with God and receive His gift of eternal life. No matter how much sin is in your life, salvation is by the grace of God alone and He can and does save sinners. Jesus said, "It is not those who are well who need a physician, but those who are sick. I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance." Luke 5:31-32

So if you've come to realize that you are a sinner and have offended the Holy God of the universe, as we all have, then today is your day of salvation. Repent of your sins, that means to turn, 180 degrees in the opposite direction, and ask Jesus to forgive you. If you're just not sure, I encourage you to start by getting yourself a copy of God's word, the Bible and start reading it with an open mind and heart. Start reading for just a few minutes each day. Start in the Gospel of John and pray for God to reveal Himself to you. Trust me, you'll know when God has opened your eyes because all of a sudden you'll begin to see the deeper, spiritual meaning behind the words in the text. It is truly a mind blowing experience.

If you're ever in the Palm Coast, Florida area, be sure to come and visit us at Turning Point Community Church. Just ask for Rob and I'll be happy to chat with you and answer any questions you may have regarding spiritual matters. And if I can't answer something I'll be sure to point you to someone who can.

May the Lord richly bless you and your family.

Rob