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Overview
What
does it mean to become a Christian, a believer,
a follower of Christ? Some people think you
can be a Christian and go to heaven simply by
going to a church where others think, it means
being a good person, helpful neighbor, or honorable
citizen. On the other hand, the Bible points
to only one way.
Where is the way?
The
Savior of all mankind was asked, "How
can we know the way?" The reply
by the Son of God holds the key to everyone's
future: Jesus saith unto him, I am the way,
the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto
the Father, but by me (John 14:6).
When
we accept Jesus as Savior and begin a relationship
with Him, we are "born again." Jesus
was the first person recorded in Scripture who
used those words. While speaking with one of
the religious leaders, Jesus said, "Verily,
verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born
again, he cannot see the kingdom of God "
(John 3:3). When you pray sincerely, asking
Jesus Christ to forgive and cleanse you from
your sins, the Bible promises forgiveness
for every wrongdoing you have ever done
: "The blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanse
us from all sin" (1 John 1:7).
You
are born again when you follow these simple
steps:
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Acknowledge
your need for Jesus Christ as your Savior
by asking Him to forgive you of all your
sins.
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Turn
away from sin (what you do that hurts God,
yourself, or others) and stop living in
rebellion against God and His Word.
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Accept
Christ's sacrifice on the cross as final
and full payment for your sin.
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Invite
Jesus Christ to live in your heart as Lord
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When
you do these things, a miracle happens! You
are born again! Jesus Christ comes to live inside
you. You are freed from the overwhelming penalty
of sin. As you obey God's commandments and apply
His principles for daily living, the transformation
continues: "Therefore, if any man be in
Christ, he is a new creature; old things are
passed away; behold, all things are become new"
(2 Corinthians 5:17).
As
you allow Him to take control and as you choose
daily to walk in obedience to His Word, you
become more and more like him.
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