Soteriology is the study of salvation. The word comes from the Greek sōtēria (σωτηρία), which means “salvation” or “deliverance,” and logos (λόγος), which means “a word about,” or “the study of” something. Soteriology is the sphere of systematic theology that speaks to the nature, means, scope, and purpose of salvation. It is an important theme that runs throughout Scripture and reveals the God who saves. It touches on the attributes of God such as His holiness, righteousness and justice concerning sin, as well as His love, mercy, grace and goodness to save lost sinners who cannot save themselves.
Throughout this book, we will examine the roles of God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit concerning our salvation. We will also explore the sinfulness of mankind and our total unworthiness to merit salvation by means of our good works. Our salvation was accomplished by the Lord Jesus Christ on the cross. While Jesus hung between heaven and earth, He willingly bore the punishment for our sins and paid our sin debt in full. Having accomplished our salvation at the cross, forgiveness of sins and the free gift of eternal life are available to all who come to Jesus in simple faith.
