The True Plan of Salvation

By: Mike Mazzalongo Posted: May, 2014

This lesson explores the common misunderstandings of how grace and faith work in the salvation of one's soul.

Discussion Questions

Read Ephesians 2:1-10 and answer the following questions:
- What does Paul mean in the first three verses?
- How does God make us alive? (Verses 4-7)
- What is your reaction to verse 7?
Why is it sometimes difficult to accept the gift of love and mercy from God?
What can we possibly give in exchange for our salvation that God would consider worthy?
Why is the "Plan of Salvation" (Hear, believe, confess, repent, baptize) not a valid formula to achieve salvation?
What is the ultimate choice we make regarding God's grace and what actions represent each choice?
What is meant by the phrase, "faith in faith"?
Comment on the following statements:
- "We are saved by grace but not grace alone."
- "We are saved by faith but not by faith alone."
What is the danger of trying to earn God's grace?
How is God's grace demonstrated in Luke 7:36-50 – Simon the Pharisee?
How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?