- Realize that you are a sinner.
No matter how good a life we try to live, we still fall miserably short of being a
good person. That is because we are all sinners. We all fall short
of God’s desire for us to be holy. The Bible says, “No one is good—not
even one” (Romans 3:10 NLT). This is because we cannot become who we are
supposed to be without Jesus Christ.
- Recognize that Jesus Christ died on the cross for you.
The Bible tells us, “But God showed His great love for us by sending Christ to
die for us while were still sinners” (Romans 5:8 NLT). This is the Good
News, that God loves us so much that He sent His only Son to die in our place
when we least deserved it.
- Repent of your sin.
The Bible tells us to “repent and be converted” (Acts 3:19 NKJV). The
word “repent” means to change our direction in life. Instead of running
from God, we can run toward Him.
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Receive Jesus Christ into your life.
Becoming a Christian is not merely believing some creed or going to church on
Sunday. It is having Christ Himself take residence in your life and
heart. Jesus said, “Behold, I stand at the door (of your life) and
knock. If anyone hears and opens the door, I will come
in . . . .” (Revelation 3:20 NKJV).
- If you would
like to have a relationship with Christ, simply pray this prayer and mean it in
your heart.
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Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe you died
for my sins. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart
and life. I confess you as my personal Lord and Savior. Thank you
for saving me. Amen.
If you just
prayed that prayer and meant it, Jesus Christ has now taken residence in your
heart! Your decision to follow Christ means God has forgiven you and that
you will spend eternity in heaven. The Bible tells us, “If we confess our
sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all
unrighteousness” (1 John 1:9 NKJV).
To
put your faith in action, be sure to spend time with God by reading your Bible,
praying, going to church, and telling others about your decision. Please contact Pastor
Matt Taylor today, to receive spiritual tools and resources from Riverside
First Church of God.
* Courtesy of Harvest Christian Fellowship. For more information click here.
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