*Salvation* means being saved or delivered from sin and its consequences — especially *eternal separation from God* — and being given *eternal life* through faith in *Jesus Christ*.

In Christian belief, salvation includes:

1. *Forgiveness of sins*
- Because of Jesus’ death on the cross, believers are forgiven when they repent.

2. *Reconciliation with God*
- Sin separates us from God. Salvation restores that relationship.

3. *Eternal life*
- Those who are saved will live with God forever — both now spiritually and after death.

4. *Transformation*
- Salvation brings a new life: changed heart, new desires, and a purpose to live for God.

How does someone receive salvation?

According to the Bible:

- *By grace* — not earned, but a gift from God
- *Through faith* — trusting in Jesus as Savior and Lord
- *Not by works* — no one can earn salvation by doing good deeds

*Key verse:*
_"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast."_ (Ephesians 2:8–9)

In short:
*Salvation* is God's way of rescuing us from sin and giving us a new, eternal life through Jesus.