Some believe in the notion that once a person is saved, once they give their life to the Lord, they are always saved. It is called the “once save, always saved” theology. In this teaching I use scriptures to refute that teaching. You will see here that the Word of God does not support this position. You will learn that we have the assurance of faith through the grace and love of Jesus Christ, but we must show the evidence of salvation. If we do not show the evidence of salvation, which is growth in Christlikeness, we are not staying saved.

The process from redemption to glorification is a life-long process of internal transformation into become like Christ. This process begins at the point of salvation – when an individual accepts Jesus as their Lord and Savior, and it continues until we die. Being saved is not all. We must change from the “old man” to the “new man” in Christ. So, you are saved, are you being transformed into Christlikeness.

The Pleasure Ladder, as taught by Rabbi Noach Weinberg, is a concept that outlines five levels of pleasure a person can experience, each progressively deeper and more meaningful. These levels are:

1. Physical Gratification: This is the most basic level of pleasure, involving sensory experiences such as eating, drinking, and physical comfort.
2. Love: This level is about giving and receiving love, fostering meaningful connections and relationships with others.
3. Meaning: At this stage, pleasure comes from having a sense of purpose and contributing to something greater than oneself, such as community service or meaningful work.
4. Creativity: This involves using one's talents and abilities to create and