This is salvation at work working and growing until it enjoys the perfect freedom of the sons of God in His Kingdom. It is ever active, and seeking ways of becoming stronger for salvation is a way of life. Salvation brings the soul a deep awareness of God's love. Life takes on more meaning for it now has a purpose. Trials and crosses are no longer mysteries but caresses from the Crucified Lord.
Worldly ambition is changed to a thirst and hunger for holiness.
Riches are neither desired nor abhorred for neither poverty embitters, nor riches distract the soul from its only love. There was no doubt that Paul took salvation seriously and as an everyday encounter. Indeed, while we are still alive, we are consigned to our death every day, for the sake of Jesus, so that in our mortal flesh the life of Jesus may be openly shown. The Christians of our time are to prove to the world that they belong to God God is their Father. St. Peter tells us that our hope in His promises are sure and we should not be surprised if our faith is tested as in a fire.