How to Become a Christian
Here are some basics to get you started in thinking about making a life changing decision for Jesus Christ:
God created us because He LOVES us and wants us to ENJOY a personal relationship with Him.
"Even before the world was made, God had already chosen us to be His, through our union with Christ...because of His love, God had already decided that through Jesus Christ He would make us His children-this was God's pleasure and purpose." (Ephesians 1:4-5)
When we KNOW and LOVE God, and LIVE according to God's purpose for our lives, it produces tremendous benefits in our lives.
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." (John 10:10)
HOWEVER, there is a problem! You already know what that problem is, no one is perfect! And the Bible calls that imperfection "sin." Sin means we are separated from God. Imperfection results in a consequence; and that consequence is eternal separation from God.
"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23)
God is perfect and we are imperfect. The only way for us to enjoy a relationship is for us to be perfect ourselves...but nobody is perfect!
HOWEVER, God came to earth as Jesus to lead a perfect life and to PAY the price of OUR imperfection! Why did God do this? Why did God send His son to die in our place? Because He loves us so much He did EVERYTHING to restore the relationship with imperfect people. Jesus freely offers this gift through faith in Him.
"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this; while we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8)
All we have to do is accept Jesus' free gift of salvation-accepting Him as Lord of our life.
Here is a prayer to accept Jesus:
"Dear Jesus,
Thank you for making me and loving me, even when I've ignored you
and have gone my own way. I realize I need you in my life, and I'm sorry for my sins. I
ask you to forgive me. Thank you for dying on the cross for me. Please help me to understand
it more. As much as I know how, I want to follow you from now on. Please come into my life and
make me a new person inside. I accept your gift of salvation. Please help me to grow now as
a Christian."
Have you said all of these things to God?
If you decide to accept Jesus as Lord and Savior of your life, we urge you to tell somebody who is a believer!!! Contact us. We would love to answer any questions, offer encouragement, and share in the excitement of your new life!
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- What it Means to Become a Christian Have you made plans for your future security? Are you lonely? Do you need a friend? Are you looking for real joy in your life? Do you want to know how to become a Christian? God's Word has the answers that are grounded in truth and love. Jesus has answers to problems just like the ones you face every day. Visit this resource for more information.
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