50 Changes Made

That occur at the moment of salvation

There are many transformations and changes that take place at the moment of salvation.

What are these? This is not an exhaustive list:

1. Justification: Being declared righteous before God (Romans 5:1).

2. Redemption: Being bought back from the penalty of sin (Ephesians 1:7).

3. Reconciliation: Restoring the relationship between the individual and God (2 Corinthians 5:18-19).

4. Regeneration: Being born again or made new spiritually (John 3:3; Titus 3:5).

5. Adoption: Becoming a child of God (Galatians 4:4-7).

6. Sanctification: The process of becoming holy and set apart for God (1 Corinthians 1:30).

7. Indwelling of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit comes to live within the believer (1 Corinthians 3:16).

8. Baptism in the Holy Spirit: Identified as part of the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:13).

9. Sealing by the Holy Spirit: Marked as God's own (Ephesians 1:13).

10. Access to God: Able to approach God with confidence (Hebrews 4:16).

11. New Creation: The old has gone, the new is here (2 Corinthians 5:17).

12. Membership in the Body of Christ: Joined with other believers globally (1 Corinthians 12:27).

13. Spiritual Gifts: Receiving gifts for edifying the church (1 Corinthians 12:7-11).

14. Freedom from the Law: Not under the law but under grace (Romans 6:14).

15. Deliverance from the Power of Darkness: Transferred into the kingdom of Christ (Colossians 1:13).

16. Heirship with Christ: Joint heirs with Jesus (Romans 8:17).

17. Peace with God: Previously at enmity with God, now at peace (Romans 5:1).

18. New Desires and Affections: Desires aligned with God’s will (Galatians 5:17-24).

19. Being Made Part of the True Vine: Christ becomes the source of spiritual life (John 15:1-5).

20. Citizenship in Heaven: Our ultimate home is in heaven (Philippians 3:20).

21. Being Chosen and Called: Elected by God (1 Peter 2:9).

22. Royal Priesthood: Able to offer spiritual sacrifices to God (1 Peter 2:5).

23. Holy Nation: Part of a distinct, holy people (1 Peter 2:9).

24. God's Possession: Belonging to God (1 Peter 2:9).

25. Eternal Life: Receiving the gift of eternal life (John 3:16).

26. Light in the Lord: Once darkness, now light (Ephesians 5:8).

27. Cleansing from Sin: Cleansed from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9).

28. Renewed Mind: Thinking transformed (Romans 12:2).

29. Dead to Sin, Alive to God: A new relationship with sin and God (Romans 6:11).

30. Freedom from Sin's Slavery: No longer slaves to sin (Romans 6:6).

31. Personal Relationship with Jesus: Knowing Jesus personally (John 17:3).

32. Fruit of the Spirit: Displaying love, joy, peace, etc. (Galatians 5:22-23).

33. Love for God and Others: A new capacity to love (1 John 4:7).

34. Crucifixion of the Flesh: Desires of the sinful nature are crucified (Galatians 5:24).

35. Spiritual Discernment: Understanding spiritual truths (1 Corinthians 2:14).

36. Desire for God's Word: A new hunger for the Bible (1 Peter 2:2).

37. Prayer Life: Direct communication with God (Hebrews 4:16).

38. Conviction of Sin: The Holy Spirit convicts of wrongdoing (John 16:8).

39. Conforming to Christ’s Image: Being made like Christ (Romans 8:29).

40. Hope: A confident expectation of God’s promises (Hebrews 6:19).

41. Purpose and Calling: Understanding and pursuing God’s purpose (Ephesians 2:10).

42. Being in Christ: A spiritual position in Jesus (2 Corinthians 5:17).

43. Freedom from Condemnation: No condemnation in Christ (Romans 8:1).

44. Being Part of God's Plan: Involved in God’s redemptive plan (Ephesians 3:9-11).

45. Sensitivity to Sin: Heightened awareness of sin’s seriousness (James 4:17).

46. Desire for Fellowship with Believers: Wanting to be with other Christians (Hebrews 10:25).

47. Understanding of God’s Sovereignty: Recognizing God’s control (Romans 8:28).

48. Joy in Trials: Ability to have joy amidst difficulties (James 1:2-4).

49. Spiritual Warfare: Engaging in battles against spiritual forces (Ephesians 6:10-18).

50. Longing for Christ’s Return: Awaiting Jesus’ second coming (Titus 2:13).

These changes reflect the transformation that impacts every aspect of a believer's identity, purpose, and lifestyle. They illustrate the depth and breadth of what it means to be "in Christ" and the radical nature of the new life that follows salvation.

"I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father's hand." (John 10:28-29, ESV)