Text, Theme, Big Idea
Bible Text: Romans 5:8-11
Theme: The miracle of salvation through the love and blood of Jesus Christ
Big Idea: Jesus gave His life so that we could be saved, set free, and secure forever.
I. The Simple Truth About Salvation
a. God proved His love by letting His Son die for us while we were still sinners.
b. Jesus went to the cross already knowing every failure, rebellion, and sin we would ever commit—and He loved us anyway.
c. He didn’t die for the righteous but for the lost, for those unworthy of grace.
d. The message of the Bible is summed up in one word—SAVED—and through Christ we can know it personally.
II. S — The Sacrifice of the Lamb
a. Jesus’ sacrifice was not partial or symbolic—it was total. He gave every drop of His precious blood.
b. The Lamb of God took our place on the cross so that we might live.
c. True sacrifice costs something. His cost everything.
d. What can wash away my sin? Nothing but the blood of Jesus.
III. A — The Atonement for Sin
a. To be justified means to be declared righteous in God’s eyes through Christ’s blood.
b. Atonement restores fellowship between man and God.
c. There are two kinds of sinners—those who have a Savior and those who don’t.
d. For believers, sin is covered; for unbelievers, sin still condemns.
e. Sin must be atoned for—and only the blood of Jesus can do it.
IV. V — The Victorious Life
a. Jesus didn’t save us to live defeated lives but victorious ones.
b. “I am come that they might have life, and have it more abundantly” (John 10:10).
c. The Christian life is rich with spiritual treasures—love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, and faith.
d. 1 John 5:4 says, “This is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.”
e. Faith is what turns trials into triumphs and tests into testimonies.
V. E — Eternal Life
a. Salvation is not temporary—it’s eternal.
b. Heaven is the believer’s forever home, free from death, pain, and sorrow.
c. The lost face eternity separated from God, but the saved live forever in His presence.
d. Every person must settle the question of eternity—heaven or hell.
e. Eternal life begins the moment you believe in Jesus Christ.
VI. D — Deliverance
a. Salvation sets us free—free from sin’s guilt, shame, and power.
b. “Free at last, free at last, thank God Almighty, I’m free at last.”
c. That freedom isn’t found in death but in Christ.
d. Freedom comes with responsibility—to serve, obey, and remain faithful.
e. Stay close to the Deliverer, and you’ll never be enslaved again.
Illustration / Example
A drowning man can’t save himself. Only someone strong enough to reach down and pull him out can rescue him. That’s exactly what Jesus did for us—He pulled us from certain death and gave us new life.
Alliterated Main Points
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Sacrifice — Jesus gave all.
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Substitution — He took our place.
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Salvation — He offers new life.
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Security — He keeps us forever.
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Service — We live for Him.
Conclusion / Invitation
Why remain lost when you can be saved? Why live bound when you can be free?
If you’re saved—rejoice in your deliverance.
If you’re lost—today is the day of salvation.
Come to Jesus now. He’s still in the saving business.