Does the Bible teach eternal security?

TL;DR:

Genuine faith in Jesus guarantees eternal security, and nothing can separate us from God’s love. Eternal security frees us to live boldly and wholeheartedly for God.

Eternal security is the Christian teaching that a person who comes to genuine faith in Jesus Christ can never lose his or her salvation. The Bible confirms that salvation rests in Jesus, and no one can snatch believers from Him. Romans 8 reinforces this, declaring that nothing in all creation can separate believers from God’s love (Romans 8:38–39). Knowing we are secure in Christ frees us from guilt, fear, and doubt, allowing us to live boldly and faithfully. Eternal security empowers us to grow in holiness, serve others joyfully, and share the gospel confidently, knowing that salvation rests entirely on God’s unchanging promises, not our own efforts. Eternal security motivates a life fully devoted to reflecting God’s love and trusting His sovereign plan for our lives.

from the old testament

The Old Testament frequently links trust in God with enduring salvation or deliverance (e.g., Psalm 89:28-29; Isaiah 43:1-3).

from the new testament

In John 6:37-40 Jesus makes several specific promises regarding those who follow Him. He teaches He will never cast them out, will lose nothing of all that God the Father has given Him, and will raise up every person who has believed in Him on the last day. Jesus very clearly stated that every person who genuinely comes to faith in Him will be with Him for eternity.
Jesus also promises in John 10:27-29 to give His followers eternal life and declares that no one will be able to take them from His hand.
Romans 8 is an entire chapter devoted to the theme of verse 1: "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Many aspects of eternal security are then mentioned throughout the chapter, concluding with Romans 8:38-39, which promise, "For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord." There is no power that can separate a believer in Jesus from Him.

implications for today

Faith in God’s eternal security gives us confidence and peace, knowing that our salvation does not rest on our own efforts but on His unchanging promises. Because God keeps His covenant and protects His people, we can approach life without fear of losing His love, even when we doubt, stumble, sin, or face trials. This assurance allows us to live boldly and wholeheartedly for Him. We don’t live out of our own strength and efforts but empowered by His Spirit, the guarantee of our salvation. Understanding eternal security frees us from guilt-driven striving, allowing us to serve others and share the gospel with joy and courage. We can also find comfort in the face of uncertainty, knowing that God’s plan for us cannot be thwarted. Ultimately, eternal security motivates us to persevere in faith, grow in holiness, and reflect God’s unwavering love to the world around us.

understand

Genuine faith in Jesus guarantees eternal security because salvation rests on God and His promises, not our efforts.
Nothing can separate believers from God’s love.
Eternal security empowers us to live boldly, grow spiritually, serve others, and share God’s love.

reflect

How does knowing that your salvation is secure in Christ affect the way you approach fear, doubt, or guilt in your life?
How does understanding eternal security motivate you to grow in holiness, serve others, or share the gospel with confidence?
In what areas of your life can you live more boldly and wholeheartedly for God, knowing that nothing can separate you from His love?

engage

How do we reconcile human responsibility and perseverance with the assurance of eternal security in Christ?
In what practical ways can we encourage one another to live boldly and faithfully, grounded in the promise that nothing can separate us from God’s love?
How can our understanding of eternal security shape how we respond to trials, doubts, or failures within the Christian community?