Theological Foundations Many Bible studies, devotions, outreach ministries, and sermons are focused on encouraging the unredeemed to turn from sin to receive grace in Jesus Christ and to encourage the saint. The Gospel of John supports such a belief. The Apostle John contends that the purpose of the Gospel was so that people would believe that Jesus is the living Son of God wherein that believer can receive eternal life. Scripture has much to say about the life of a Christian and what is needed to receive salvation. Whilst many clergy, counselors and therapists focus on promoting and teaching doctrine for maturity in Christ, one should understand the devastating effects as a result of experiencing loss.