In the modern era, the same pattern emerges in subtler guises. So-called “color revolutions,” mass movements, and waves of political upheaval show how easily the species can be manipulated. A well-placed narrative, a few powerful symbols, and a heightened sense of grievance can move millions. The neurological and ontological vulnerabilities of humans make them susceptible to propaganda, fear campaigns, and moral panics. They consider themselves free, yet often march in lockstep to tunes they did not compose.

So what does this have to do with the salvation issue that never seemed answerable or even agreeable to the Christian world? How did I arrive at an understanding of salvation, the central thesis of God’s prophets and eventually the Messiah’s arrival and death on Calvary? 

The Salvation Paradox

Our Messiah, Yeshua, whose name in Hebrew means to restore, clearly stated in the Temple at the beginning of his ministry that his mission was to save and restore as many of us as possible and preach salvation. His salvation message clearly stated that he would heal and restore us to health, bring us to an abundant life, and restore our relationship with God.

“I have come to bring a message of good news to the poor; He has sent me to heal the broken hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captive and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty (set free) those who are oppressed and to proclaim the acceptable year of the Lord.”