How to Become a Christian

1. Admit that you have sinned.

�For all have sinned . . . If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.� Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:8

Your sin separates you from God and leads to death. �God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.� 1 John 1:5 �For the wages of sin is death . . .� Romans 6:23

You cannot get rid of your sin on your own. �He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy.� Titus 3:5

2. Believe that Jesus Christ is the only one who can save you from your sins.

�And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.� Acts 4:12

Jesus Christ, God�s Son, led a sinless life, yet chose to be punished in our place. �For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God.� 1 Peter 3:18

He died on a cross and was buried. Three days later, God raised Him to life again to prove that death was defeated. �Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures . . . he was buried . . . he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures . . . death no longer has dominion over him.� 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 6:9

God offers to forgive our sins and invites us to spend eternity in Heaven with Him if we accept Christ�s sacrifice on our behalf. �Everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.� Acts 10:43 �Whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does not come into judgment, but has passed from death to life.� John 5:24

3. Turn from your sins and invite Christ into your life.

�Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out.� Acts 3:19 �If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.� 1 John 1:9 �If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.� Romans 10:9

If you are ready to take this important step, talk to God right now and say something like this:

Dear God, I admit that I have sinned. I believe that You sent Your Son, Jesus, to take the punishment I deserve. Then You raised Him to life again, so that I may have eternal life. I turn now from my sins and ask You to forgive me. Please come into my life and be my Savior and Lord. In Jesus� name, amen.

What�s Next?

If you�ve just invited Christ into your life, here are some things you can do to grow in your relationship with Him:

Read the Bible to learn more about God and His plan for your life.
Pray to God often to share your joys and problems and to confess your sins.
Attend a Bible-teaching church where you can worship God and get to know other Christians.
Share your faith. You have just received a wonderful gift. Tell someone!
Write to us. Let us know about your decision, and we will send you some free literature to help you get started.

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