1. Factors of Salvation
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2. Defining Our Terms
Factor: “One who acts, or transacts, business for another; an agent.”
Salvation: “To be rescued; to be in the state of preservation from all harm; deliverance from the bondage of sin. Equivalent to sanctification.”
Defining our terms. Definition of “Factor” and Salvation.”

3. The Original Factor God Psalm 3:8 Jonah 2:9
2 Timothy 1:9
Ephesians 1:13,14
Gen.3:15
“Salvation belongs to the LORD. Your blessing is upon Your people.” (Psalm 3:8)
The Original Factor: God.
Psalm 3:8—salvation belongs to God.
Jonah 2:9—Jonah knew that salvation comes from the Lord.
2 Tim.1:9—called according to His purpose--not our own.
Eph.1:13,14—gospel of our salvation.
Gen.3:15—the need for a Savior and Redeemer.

4. The Sacrificial Factor
Christ
John 1:29
1 Corinthians 15:3
Ephesians 5:2
Hebrews 10:20
“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.” (John 1:29)
The Sacrificial Factor: Christ.
Jno.1:29—Christ would be the true “lamb,” the “Passover for men’s sins.”
1 Cor.15:3—the Scriptures foretold His death.
Eph.5:2—a sacrifice that was a sweet-smelling aroma to God.
Heb.10:20—a new and living way—through the true veil, His flesh.

5. The Procuring Factor Blood of Christ Ephesians 1:7 Matthew 26:28
Acts 20:28
1 Peter 1:18,19
“In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.” (Ephesians 1:7)
The Procuring Factor: Blood of Christ.
Eph.1:7—the blood of Christ grants men redemption and forgiveness.
Matt.26:28—It was shed for the remission of sins.
Acts 20:28—He purchased the church with His own blood.
1 Pet.1:18,19—We are redeemed, not by corruptible things (silver or gold), but by Christ’s precious blood.

6. The Revealing Factor The Holy Spirit 1 Corinthians 2:10 John 16:13-15
Romans 8:14
Acts 2:2-4
“But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. For the Spirit searches all things, yes, the deep things of God.” (1 Corinthians 2:10)
The Revealing Factor: The Holy Spirit.
1 Cor.2:10—the Holy Spirit revealed God’s mind to men. It’s the only way they can come to know it.
Jno.16:13-15—The Spirit would guide these men into ALL truth.
Jno.14:26—He would bring to their remembrance the things Jesus had taught them.
Rom.8:14—true sons of God are led by the Holy Spirit—they follow the word.
Acts 2:2-4—the Spirit gave them utterance beginning on Pentecost.

7. The Instrumental Factor
The Bible
James 1:21
John 8:32
John 17:17
Romans 1:16
Ephesians 3:5
“Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.” (James 1:21)
The Instrumental Factor: The Bible.
Jam.1:21—the engrafted word can save the soul!
Jno.8:32—the truth would make men free.
Jno.17:17—the word can sanctify men.
Rom.1:16—God’s power to save is in His word.
Eph.3:5—when one reads God’s word, he can understand and obey it (Jno.7:17).

8. The Appropriating Factor
Faith
Romans 10:17
Acts 16:31
John 3:16
James 2:14-17
Hebrews 11:1,6
“So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” (Romans 10:17)
The Appropriating Factor: Faith:
Rom.10:17—faith comes by hearing God’s word.
Acts 16:31—Paul told the jailer it was necessary to believe in order to be saved.
Jno.3:16—faith can lead to eternal life.
Jam.2:14-17—faith must be mixed with works—obedient faith is active.
Heb.11:1,6—without faith one cannot please God. It is the evidence of things not seen.

9. The Consummating Factor
Obedience
Hebrews 5:9
James 1:22-25
Matthew 7:21-27
John 3:36
“And having been perfected, He became the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.” (Hebrews 5:9)
The Consummating Factor: Obedience.
Heb.5:9—He is the author of eternal salvation to all who obey Him.
Jam.1:22-25—We must be DOERs of God’s word and not just HEARERs only.
Matt.7:21-27—Our faith must be evident because we are doing God’s will. To know God’s word and not follow it is plain foolishness.
Jno. 3:36—Our belief in God is to be demonstrated by obedience to His commands. (1 Jno.5:2,3)

10. The Sustaining Factor Hope Romans 2:24,25 1 Corinthians 15:19
Colossians 1:5
Hebrews 6:18,19
Titus 1:2
“For we were saved in this hope, but hope that is seen is not hope; for why does one still hope for what he sees?” (Romans 2:24)
The Sustaining Factor: Hope.
Rom.2:24,25—we hope for eternal life and faithfully strive to make that hope a reality.
1 Cor.15:19—our only hope is in Christ—but not in this life only.
Col.1:5—our hope is laid up for us in heaven.
Heb.6:18,19—our hope is the anchor for our souls—it is steadfast and sure.
Titus 1:2—we know God cannot lie.

11. The Authoritative Factor
Christ’s Name
Matthew 17:5
Matthew 28:18
Colossians 3:17
Philippians 2:9-11
Acts 4:12
“…This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Hear Him!” (Matthew 17:5)
The Authoritative Factor: Christ’s Name.
Matt.17:5—on the Mount of Transfiguration, God’s Son was the final spokesperson!
Matt.28:18—He was given all authority in heaven and on earth.
Col.3:17—Whatever we do in word or deed must have His authority.
Phil.2:9-11—every knee will bow, and every tongue shall confess that He is the Christ—Deity!
Acts 4:12—salvation in ANY OTHER name is not possible.

12. Why not begin using these factors today!
Factors of Salvation
Why not begin using these factors today!
“…In an acceptable time I have heard you, And in the day of salvation I have helped you. Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.” (2 Corinthians 6:2)
Conclusion and Invitation: Those who wish to be saved will have to appropriate the use of these factors in their lives. Have you used them yet? Why not begin today…Factors of Salvation…