Soteriological is a word that describes the study or belief in salvation. Some synonyms for soteriological include redemption, atonement, deliverance, and salvation. Redemption focuses on the idea of being rescued or saved from sin or wrongdoing. Atonement refers to being reconciled with God by making amends for one's sins. Deliverance emphasizes the idea of being saved from danger or harm. Finally, salvation encompasses the broad concept of being saved from sin and death and being granted eternal life in heaven. While these words all have slightly different connotations, they all share the common thread of being related to the idea of salvation.