The “ordo salutis” (Latin for “order of salvation”) is a theological concept that outlines the sequence of events in the process of salvation. They are as follows:
- Election
- Gospel call
- Regeneration
- Conversion
- Justification
- Adoption
- Sanctification
- Preservation (or Perseverance)
- Death
- Glorification
This order emphasizes God’s sovereignty in the salvation process, starting with His election of individuals and culminating in their glorification. It’s important to note that while these events are listed sequentially, some may occur simultaneously in a believer’s experience.
The concept of the ordo salutis is closely related to the doctrines of grace in Reformed theology, which emphasize God’s role in salvation and the believer’s response to His grace.