From Death to Life: A Biblical Guide to True Salvation

Am I truly saved?

If you’ve ever asked, “How can I know I am saved?” you are not alone.

It is one of the most important—and often most unsettling—questions a person can ask.

Many assume they know the answer. Others hope they do. But when eternity is at stake, assumption and uncertainty are not enough.

In a world filled with confusion and conflicting voices about salvation, clarity is desperately needed.

From Death to Life was written to bring that clarity.

This book walks carefully through the message of the gospel as revealed in Scripture—the message Jesus proclaimed, the apostles defended, and the church has treasured for centuries.

It is not built on opinion, tradition, or emotion, but on the unchanging truth of God’s Word.

Its purpose is simple:
To help you understand what it truly means to be saved
To help you know with confidence where you stand

What does it mean to be truly saved?

This book answers that question by examining:

• The true condition of humanity before God
• The meaning and consequences of sin
• The holiness and justice of God
• The person and work of Jesus Christ
• Repentance, faith, and the new birth
• What it means to be justified before God
• The evidence of a transformed life

Who is this book for?

• Those seeking to understand the gospel
• Believers struggling with assurance
• Christians wanting a deeper biblical foundation
• Pastors and leaders looking for discipleship material

This is not a message built on feelings or assumptions—but on the truth of Scripture.

Because when it comes to salvation, you do not need guesswork.

You need certainty.

Second Edition

This expanded edition includes additional theological clarity and reflection questions designed for personal study and group discussion.

What Readers Are Saying

“Clear and concise… covers all the essential truths.”
“A step-by-step guide to what it means to be truly saved.”
“Excellent for both new believers and those wanting deeper understanding.”
“A practical resource for personal study or group discussion.”

John A. Woolwine is a follower of Jesus Christ whose life has been shaped by Scripture, repentance, and the grace of God. Though raised around the church and active in ministry for many years, he came to understand that religious activity alone is no substitute for true, regenerating faith. Through the convicting and life-giving work of the Holy Spirit, God brought him from spiritual death to new life in Christ.John writes with pastoral clarity and a deep commitment to the authority of Scripture, seeking to help readers understand the true message of salvation, avoid false assurance, and rest confidently in the finished work of Christ. He lives in Ohio with his wife and is grateful for their children and grandchildren, for whom this book was prayerfully written.