The Doctrine Of Salvation And Grace - 1327 Words

Thesis Statement The purpose of this thesis is to provide an understanding of the meaning of Soteriology and the relation to the Doctrine of Salvation and Grace (Free Grace). Soteriology is â€Å"the study of the doctrine of salvation.† Basically, the teaching of Soteriology is part of Systematic Theology. This paper will approach each aspect of God Divine decrees, from a biblical standpoint and His plan of salvation. The working of God’s plan includes three periods in time: †¢ Eternity Past †¢ Earth’s History †¢ Eternity Future (Citing: Page 1, The Biblical Doctrine of Salvation, Tim Hegg) Abstract The basic study of Soteriology is to gain an understanding of the studies of the various religious doctrines on the theory of the doctrine of salvation. It has important role in doctrinal studies such as: redemption, justification, sanctification, propitiation and atonement. Soteriology, provide an understanding of God’s divine purpose and plan for the salvation of man, when he/she fall into sin, and how He will deliver man out of his sinful condition. This paper will provide an understanding the theories of theology of the history of the church, the celebration of the atonement; Jesus Christ being the vicarious substitutionary lamb slain for the sins of mankind. Studying Soteriology present different viewpoints on the doctrine of Justification, during the time period, when the churches were struggling with the Reformation Movement. The reformed churches wasShow MoreRelatedAnalysis: Edward Taylors Upon Wedlock, and Death of Children, and Upon A Wasp Chilled With Cold1153 Words   |  5 Pagesenigmatic nature of human soul in Upon a Wasp Chilled with Cold. 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The relationship of these two ideals is that they’re both inside the church. And knowing which one if these models is trueRead MoreUnderstanding Of Sin And Grace On The Basis Of Salvation1394 Words   |  6 Pages Synthesis Paper Nupur James Systematic Theology II Dr James E. Pedlar February 2, 2015 â€Æ' â€Å"Romans 3:23 - For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God† Everyone has sinned and fallen out of the grace. All mankind is comprehended to be involved, in some manner, in the disobedience of Adam. 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