Can One's Saving Grace be Challenged and lose Their Salvation?

God's grace existed before creation. Ephesians 1:4-5 and 2 Timothy 1:9 suggest that God's plan of salvation, rooted in His grace. His character, including His grace, has always been present. Christ's pre-existence: Christ was present with God before creation, John 1:1-3. God's grace is not limited by time or creation; it's an inherent aspect of His nature, always present and active. Common grace is God's universal kindness and favour towards all creation, regardless of their spiritual status or relationship with Him. Matthew 5:45: God causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. Psalm 145:9: The Lord is good to all.
John 3:16: God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Romans 5:8: God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. 1Timothy 2:3-4: God our Saviour wants all people to be saved and to come to knowledge of the truth. Believing in Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection is the means by which people can receive forgiveness for sins and eternal life Ephesians 2:8-9, John 14:6). Repentance: Turning away from sin and towards God is a crucial aspect of receiving saving grace Acts 3:19, 2 Corinthians 7:9-10. Ultimately, saving grace is a gift from God, and it is through faith in Jesus Christ that people can experience the fullness of God's love and salvation. ‎
Can one’s saving grace be challenged? Yes, one's saving grace can be challenged or potentially jeopardized through various actions or circumstances. Here are some ways this can happen: Biblical Warnings - Hebrews 6:4-6: Those who were once enlightened and have fallen away are unlikely to be brought back to repentance. 2 Peter 2:20-21: If people abandon their faith after knowing the truth, their condition becomes worse than before. Factors That Can Challenge Saving Grace - Apostasy: To denounce or abandon: Deliberately turning away from faith in Jesus Christ and rejecting the gospel and the teachings of Christ Jesus can challenge one's salvation. Unrepentant sin: Continuing in sin without remorse or repentance can indicate a lack of genuine faith and potentially jeopardize one's relationship with God. Disobedience: Wilful disobedience to God's commands and principles, the 10 commandments in Christ, can weaken one's faith and relationship with God. Assurance and Restoration - 1 John 5:13: Believers can have assurance of their salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 10:13: God is faithful and will not let believers be tempted beyond what they can bear. Some believe in the eternal security of believers, while others emphasize the importance of perseverance and repentance. ‎Why did Judas Iscariot and Lucifer lose their saving grace in Christ Jesus? Judas Iscariot and Lucifer are examples of individuals who had significant roles in biblical narratives but ultimately fell away from their positions or relationships with God. Here's a brief exploration of their stories: Judas Iscariot, chosen by Jesus: Judas was one of Jesus' twelve apostles, chosen to be part of Jesus' inner circle. Betrayal: Judas betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver, leading to Jesus' arrest and crucifixion (Matthew 26:14-16, 47-50). - Loss of Salvation: We can get some clear examples in the bible about whether Judas was ever truly saved, but his actions and lack of repentance suggest he may not have had a genuine relationship with Jesus. Lucifer (Satan) - Created Perfect: Lucifer was created perfect and beautiful, but pride and ambition led to his downfall, Ezekiel 28:12-17, Isaiah 14:12-15. Rebellion: Lucifer rebelled against God, seeking to elevate himself above God and take control. Loss of Favor: Lucifer's rebellion resulted in his loss of favor and position with God, leading to his expulsion from heaven. The common themes - Free Will: Both Judas and Lucifer exercised their free will to reject God's plan and pursue their own desires. - *Pride and Ambition*: Pride and ambition can lead individuals to prioritize their own interests over their relationship with God. - Consequences: The consequences of their actions were severe, resulting in loss of position, favor, and potentially eternal separation from God. While the Bible doesn't provide explicit details on the salvation status of Judas and Lucifer, their stories serve as cautionary tales about the dangers of pride, ambition, and rejecting God's plan. Hebrews 6:4-6 Those who were once enlightened and have fallen away are unlikely to be brought back to repentance. Hebrews 10:26-31: If we deliberately keep on sinning after receiving the knowledge of the truth, no sacrifice for sins is left, only a fearful expectation of judgment. 2 Peter 2:20-21: If people have escaped the corruption of the world and then become entangled in it and are overcome, they are worse off at the end than they were at the beginning.