How To Become A Christian
The purpose of this presentation is to show you what Jesus Christ did for you and show you that you can have a personal relationship with Him. The only way to establish a personal relationship with Jesus Christ is to receive His offer of forgiveness and everlasting life. The following Scripture passages show you how. Read each verse and believe it, for it is the Word of God, speaking to you.
Man Is Sinful
"For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). The old saying, "Well, we are just human, nobody is perfect," is biblically sound. When we acknowledge that we have sinned, we can then see our separation from God, for God is Holy.
Sin Has A Penalty
"For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life trough Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 6:23). To continue in sin will result in a spiritual death, which is separation from God forever. There is only one way out of the penalty of sin and that is to receive God's free gift, which is a pardon for sin and a provision for eternal life.
God's Love Is Revealed
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16). God loves you and all mankind. He wants to bless you and your life. Jesus died on the cross and rose from the dead to pay the penalty for your sin and to purchase a place for us in heaven, which He offers as a free gift.
Christ Paid The Penalty
"But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8). You may think you must lead a good life and do charitable acts before God will love you. God loves you even in your sin. He sent His Son Jesus to die in your place and to pay the penalty for your sin so that you can be reconciled to Him.
Salvation Is A Free Gift
"For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God; 9Not of works, lest any man should boast (Ephesians 2:8-9). Grace means undeserved favor. God graciously offers to you what you could never do for yourself. God's gift to you is free. You do not, and cannot, work for a gift. All you need to do is receive it. Believe with all your heart that Jesus Christ died for you to provide deliverance from you sin.
We Must Receive Christ
"But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name" (John 1:12). When you receive Christ Jesus, when you accept what He has done for you, you became a child of God. Jesus is standing at your hearts door today. Invite Him in.
Receive Christ Jesus Now
You can invite Jesus Christ into your life right now by praying to God a prayer like the following: "Dear Lord, I know that I am a sinner and that I need Your forgiveness. I believe that Jesus died in my place to pay the penalty for my sin and that He rose from the dead. I now invite Jesus to come into my life as my personal Savior. In Jesus name I pray, Amen."
If you have read this, and trusted Jesus for eternal life, please let us know. We want to rejoice in what God has done in your life and to help you grow spiritually. Please call us at 229-324-2936 or email us.
Reverend Carl R. Felts, Pastor
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