Jesus?

God is perfect and holy and just, and He requires nothing less than His own perfection. Because we do human things like lie, cheat, and steal, there is a judgment upon us, as we have broken the Law of God. This judgment is eternal damnation: hell.

Romans 3:23 — for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,

Romans 6:23 — For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

However, God doesn’t want to condemn us, but to give us life.

John 3:17 — For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.

God the Father loves us so much that He sent His only Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross as a sacrifice to pay the penalty for our wrong-doings.

John 3:16 – For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Jesus then physically rose from the dead three days later, as He is perfect and death could not hold Him.

Romans 6:9 — For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him.

If we believe that Jesus died on the cross for us, rose from the dead, and turn away from our wrong-doings in complete obedience to Him, we receive eternal salvation: the new Heavens and Earth, and receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

Ephesians 1:13 — And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit,

If you'd like to accept Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, pray this as a first step:

Father God, I have broken your laws and my sins (wrong-doings) have separated me from You. I am deeply sorry, and I desire to turn away from my past life of sin and live for You. Please forgive me, Father, and help me to avoid sinning again.

I believe that Your Son, Jesus Christ, died on the cross for my sins, resurrected from the dead, is alive, and hears my prayer. Jesus, I invite You to become the Lord of my life; to rule and reign in my heart from this day forward. Please send Your Holy Spirit into me right now, to help me obey You, and to do Your will for the rest of my life. I pray this in Jesus’ name—Amen.

You’ve made the first step, but it does not stop there. Jesus wants you to be baptized.

Be sure to tell others about your new faith in Christ.

Following Christ is a relationship, so regularly talking with Him and reading His Word are imperative for intimacy. Spend time with Him each day, even if for a short while. Develop the daily habit of praying to Him (just talk—He hears you when you obey Him!) and reading His Word. Begin with the New Testament. Specifically, the book of John is a good place to start.

Seek fellowship with other followers of Jesus. Community and friendship with believers is very important.