Jesus wants a relationship with you
No matter who you are or what you've done, Jesus came for you. He didn't come to start another religion or to point out your faults. He came to save you, and that's the best news there is.
Who Is Jesus?
Jesus is the Son of God. He stepped out of heaven into our world about two thousand years ago, lived a sinless life, and died on a cross to pay for our sins. Three days later, He rose from the dead.
He is fully God and fully human, the one person who has ever lived without sin. He came to bring us back to the God we were made for.
Why Follow Jesus?
Following Jesus is more than believing certain things about Him. It's the start of a relationship that lasts the rest of your life and beyond.
When you decide to follow Jesus, you're saying that going your own way isn't working anymore. You're trusting Him to lead. From that moment on, you're never alone. Jesus gives you His Spirit to guide you, and He gives you a way back to the God who made you and loves you.
How To Become A Christian
Following Jesus starts with a few simple steps. None of them earns your salvation. They're just how a person responds to what Jesus has already done.
Acknowledge Your Need
All of us have sinned. None of us measure up to God's standard on our own. (Romans 3:23)
Understand the Cost
The price for sin is death. But God offers eternal life as a gift through Jesus Christ. (Romans 6:23)
See God's Love
God showed His love for us in this way: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8)
Confess and Believe
Confess that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead. That's how a person is saved. (Romans 10:9)
Call on Jesus
Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. He saves anyone who comes to Him. (Romans 10:13)
From there, the rest of your life is learning to follow Him as your Lord.
Common Questions
A few questions that come up often. If yours isn't here, send us a note. We'd love to talk.
Can anyone be right with God?
Yes. Anyone. The person filled with regret, the person who has never been to church, the preacher's kid who followed every rule. God's desire is for everyone to come to Him.
"The Lord is not slow concerning His promise, as some count slowness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance." (2 Peter 3:9)
When is a person right with God?
A person is made right with God the moment they trust Jesus. It's a free gift, received by faith. There's no waiting period and no checklist of things you have to do first.
When this happens, life starts to look different. Some changes are immediate. Others come over time as you grow.
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new." (2 Corinthians 5:17)
How do I know I'm right with God?
Jesus gives every believer the Holy Spirit. The Spirit gives you a desire to live for God and the ability to recognize His voice in your life.
If you find yourself loving God and feeling conviction when you sin, those are signs the Spirit is at work in you.
Can I ever lose my salvation?
No. You didn't earn your salvation, and you can't lose it. If you have trusted Jesus, the Holy Spirit has changed your heart, and nothing can separate you from God.
"For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 8:38-39)
Ready To Follow Him?
If you're ready to trust Jesus, you can pray this in your own words or use the prayer below. There's nothing magic about the words. What matters is what's in your heart.
Lord Jesus, I admit that I'm a sinner and need Your forgiveness. I believe You died on the cross for my sins and rose from the dead. I confess You as Lord, and I commit to following You. Take my life and use it. I give it to You. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer for the first time, or if you have questions, let us know below. We'd love to celebrate with you or talk through whatever's on your mind.
Did you just ask Jesus into your life?
This is one of the biggest moments of your life. We'd love to know about it. Tell us your name and how to reach you, and we'll be in touch about your next steps.
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