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Salvation
The Great Controversy
What we believe
Humanity is involved in a universal conflict between Christ and Satan concerning God’s character, law and rule. The conflict began when a free created being rebelled in heaven and spread rebellion to earth through human sin. God’s love will finally be vindicated; meanwhile Christ gives His Spirit and loyal angels to guide and protect His people.
Evil is real but not eternal; Christ has already won the decisive victory.
Key Bible passages
Genesis 3; Job 1:6–12; Isaiah 14:12–14; Romans 5:12–21; Revelation 12:4–9
This page is a concise, original-language guide based on the official fundamental belief statement. Use the official link for the full source material.
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