Eternal Life

The Bible describes eternal life as a gift from God that comes only 'through Jesus Christ our Lord' (Romans 6:23), contrasting it with the death resulting from sin. This gift is not exclusive, but available to all who believe in Jesus, who is 'the resurrection and the life' (John 11:25). Eternal life is not merely an endless span of years; the term 'aiónios' implies both quality and quantity, functioning outside of time. ​

Believers enter into eternal life the moment they have faith in Christ; it's a current possession, as shown in John 3:36, which states, "Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life." ​

Eternal life is intimately connected with knowing God and His Son, Jesus. In John 17:3, Jesus defines eternal life as a personal and relational knowledge of the only true God and Himself. This knowledge is not just intellectual, but it involves a deep connection and understanding. ​

In the New Jerusalem, access to the Tree of Life is graciously restored through Jesus (Revelation 22:1-2). Every sinner, without exception, is invited to know Christ and receive eternal life (Revelation 22:17). This invitation is open to all, regardless of past actions or beliefs. ​

To know you have eternal life, confess your sins, accept Jesus as your Savior, and believe in His resurrection (Romans 10:13, Acts 16:31). John affirms, "God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son" (1 John 5:11-12).