The Three “Phases” of Salvation

Theologians have spoken of three “phases” of salvation, typically expressed with the phrase, “I was saved, I am being saved, I will be saved.” And truly, the Bible speaks of salvation in past, present, and future tenses. In this post I tease out some other phrases that flow from the three phases framework.

I was saved. I am being saved. I will be saved.

I was justified. I am being sanctified. I will be glorified.

I was adopted. I am being treated as a son. I will receive my full inheritance.

I was brought near. I am being shepherded. I will dwell in His house forever.

I was brought into union with Christ. I am being conformed to Christ. I will be like Him, for I shall see Him as He is.

My condemnation was removed at the cross. I am being advocated for in heaven. I will be vindicated at the resurrection of the just.