1. Recognize that God pursues you with love and offers salvation.

• His love includes you.

  • “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life" (John 3:16).

• He has new life for you.

  • "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly." (John 10:10)

2. Recognize that sin separates you from God and others.

• "Sin" is walking our own way in rebellion against God's will. When we walk away from God, we walk away from life.

• Everyone has sinned.

  • "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God," (Romans 3:23).

• Sin brings death
  • "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 6:23)

• Our own efforts cannot save us. As sinners we futilely try to find life's true meaning in the wrong ways and places.

  • "For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not as a result of works, so that no one may boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9).

3. Recognize that Jesus Christ died and rose again for our sins.

• Jesus Christ died in our place.

  • "But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8).

• He is the way to new life.

  • "Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come." (2 Corinthians 5:17).

• He gives inner peace.

  • "Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ," (Romans 5:1).

• He gives freedom.

  • "So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed." (John 8:36).

• He gives eternal life.

  • "For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 6:23).

4. You must repent and ask God for forgiveness.

• Admit and confess your sins to God.

  • "He who conceals his transgressions will not prosper, But he who confesses and forsakes them will find compassion." (Proverbs 28:13).

• Repentance means

  • To acknowledge your sins.

  • To be sorry for your sins.

  • To confess your sins.

  • To be willing to forsake your sins.

  • To have your life changed by Christ.

• Forgiveness is promised.

  • "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 John 1:9).

5. Place your trust in Christ and receive Him as your Savior.

• Christ is ready.

  • "Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and will dine with him, and he with Me." (Revelation 3:20).

• You can receive Jesus Christ now.

  • "But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name," (John 1:12).

6. Will you pray this prayer?

Lord Jesus, I want to have life. I know that I have sinned. I need Your forgiveness and pardon. I believe that You died and rose again for my sins. I now accept You as my personal Savior. I will forsake my sinful life. I know that Your grace and power will enable me to live for You. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me and for giving me a new life.

For help in living a meaningful life in Christ

• Be assured of Christ's forgiveness.

• Read your Bible and pray daily.

• Find a concerned Pastor and other Christians

• Become a vital part of that Church

• Share your faith with others

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The caring Pastors & Families of Trinity Church are waiting to accept you and help nurture you as you grow to know God more and more. Please take a few moments to share your decision, questions and contact information with us 

 

All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New American Standard Version Copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation