Next Steps
First Steps with JesusCongratulations! You have made the important and life-changing decision to dedicate your life to following Jesus. You may be wondering what this means and what is next on this journey We would love to help you as you discover your newfound faith and grow in your walk with Christ!
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO FOLLOW JESUS?
Our Sin
We are all born with a sin nature. This causes us to separate ourselves from, break, or reject a relationship with Him as our Creator and rightful ruler. In turn, we are unable to have a relationship with God without His forgiveness.Everyone has sinned. No one measures up to God’s glory.
Romans 3:23 [NIRV]
Romans 3:23 [NIRV]
God's Gift
We can’t earn God’s forgiveness – it is something to be given. God loves us as a Father does. He is ready and eagerly waiting to accept and have a meaningful relationship with us when we turn to Him. This restored relationship is made possible because Jesus Christ willingly gave His life as a sacrifice in our place so that we could be forgiven.But here is how God has shown His love for us. While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 5:8 [NIRV]
Romans 5:8 [NIRV]
Our Response
Regardless of our past or how far away from God we may feel, we are each offered the gift of a restored relationship with Him. It is a free gift from God that we must choose to receive by committing our lives and heart to Jesus. By surrendering our life to God (that is, to submit our life to Him and put our faith in Him), we can be free from guilt and condemnation and experience the fullness of life that He has to offer.Say with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord.” Believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead. Then you will be saved.
Romans 10:9 [NIRV]
Romans 10:9 [NIRV]
Today I choose to surrender my life to You.
I choose to turn away from my previous way of life and turn to You.
I ask You to forgive me of my sins.
I thank You that You have a wonderful future planned for me and I pray You would help me to know You better every day.
In Jesus’ Name. Amen
I choose to turn away from my previous way of life and turn to You.
I ask You to forgive me of my sins.
I thank You that You have a wonderful future planned for me and I pray You would help me to know You better every day.
In Jesus’ Name. Amen
What Do Followers of Jesus Believe?
We firmly believe that there is one and only one God, eternal, immutable, indivisible, and infinite. This one being of God is shared by three co-equal and co-eternal persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They are all one God – joined together into what we call the Trinity. As a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ, you are a new creation made to live for Him.
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HOW CAN I GROW IN MY NEW FAITH?
Now that you have made a decision to follow Jesus, we would love to support you in your decision in a number of ways and encourage you to:
- Tell someone about the decision you have made
- Begin to read the bible
- Make prayer part of your day
- Learn to worship
- Find a church to connect with
Tell Someone
Sharing the exciting decision you have made to live a life with God by your side is a great first step.Read the Bible
The Bible (also known as the Word of God) is the ultimate source of truth for Christian beliefs about life and living God’s way. It is God’s Word written specifically to guide us through life.Your word is like a lamp that shows me the way. It is like a light that guides me.
Psalms 119:105 [NIRV]
Psalms 119:105 [NIRV]
Time in Prayer
Prayer is simply talking to God and making room for Him to talk back to you. There’s nothing more powerful than humbling yourself before God to ask for His help or waiting to hear His direction for you.Don’t worry about anything. No matter what happens, tell God about everything. Ask and pray and give thanks to Him.
Philippians 4:6 [NIRV]
Worship
These are special times when we give God credit for His goodness and showing our gratitude for who He is.
Praise the Lord for the glory that belongs to him.
Worship the Lord because of His beauty and holiness.
Psalms 29:2 [NIRV]
