Salvation and Discipleship: The Lifelong Invitation of Jesus
- Jesus defines salvation as a lifelong relationship, not merely a one-time event like baptism or forgiveness.
- Through healing and restoration, Christ reunites people with community and wholeness, reflecting the meaning of “sozo” and shalom.
- Mature discipleship moves from observing to obeying, growing into hands-on faith that lives out loyalty to Jesus in everyday life.
This is Question #3 from Mark E. Moore’s Faithful Faith: Reclaiming Faith from Culture and Tradition.