We believe and confess that a believer saved through the redeeming sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ, following personal repentance and faith, is kept in this state of grace by the power of God until the moment of unfaithfulness [when they voluntarily abandon this preservation]. For this purpose, He has given believers the Holy Spirit to comfort, enlighten, guide, and perfect them. This cooperation between the Holy Spirit and man is evident in all aspects of life. In remaining in grace, the human will is aligned with the divine will; man’s struggle, supported by the power of God, enables him to overcome the temptations and trials of sin.
Isaiah 41:10, 13 “…fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God... For I, the Lord your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, ‘Fear not, I am the one who helps you.’”
Jude 1:24 “Now to him who is able to keep you from stumbling…”
1 Peter 1:5 “…who by God's power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.”
2 Peter 2:9 “…then the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials…”
1 Corinteni 10:13 “God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.”
Philippians 1:6 “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.”
John 10:28 “I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.”
Romans 8:26 “Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness…”