You may have heard many opinions on this but what is most important is to understand what the Bible says. The verses for each point are provided.
First, the Bible tells us that everyone is a sinner:
“All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23)
Because of sin, there is a penalty:
“The wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23)
Sin earns death and separation from God. But God offers eternal life as a gift through Jesus Christ.
God showed His love by sending Jesus to die in our place:
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:8)
To receive this gift, we must believe and trust in Jesus:
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” (John 3:16)
The Bible also calls us to repent, turning from sin and trusting the gospel:
“Repent, and believe in the gospel.” (Mark 1:15)
Salvation comes when we openly trust Christ:
“If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” (Romans 10:9)
This is not something we earn. It is by God’s grace, His undeserved love, we are offered it.
“For by grace you have been saved through faith… it is the gift of God, not of works.” (Ephesians 2:8–9)
When someone trusts Christ, God changes them from the inside:
“Unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” (John 3:3)
In Christ we become new:
“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” (2 Corinthians 5:17)
Those who belong to Christ are no longer condemned (to go to hell):
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” (Romans 8:1)
Jesus also gives believers new life and purpose now:
“I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” (John 10:10)
But Jesus made clear there is only one way to God:
“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” (John 14:6)
And the choice is urgent:
“Enter by the narrow gate… because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life.” (Matthew 7:13–14)
Do you recognize you're a sinner, you need a Savior, and want God's free gift of salvation? What do you need to do?
PRAY
- Go to God in prayer and admit you are sinner, you need a Savior, and are sorry for your sins. Tell God you repent (turn from your old ways)
- Ask Jesus to come into your heart to be your Lord and Savior
- Acknowledge that this point moving forward you have received His free gift of salvation.
- Ask Him to order your steps in life and help you live your life in such a way that it brings glory and honor to His Name. Amd most of all, end the prayer by thanking God for saving you and for His gift of salvation
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May God greatly bless you on your new journey with Him