God's Plan for You
God loves you and wants to have a personal relationship with you!
"For God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not die but have eternal life." John 3:16 The Good News Bible
Humankind's Problem — Separation
Peace with God is not an automatic thing because our sin nature separates us from Him.
"Everyone has sinned and is far away from God’s saving presence." Romans 3:23 The Good News Bible
God's Answer — The Cross
God's love has built a bridge across the valley of sin that separates us from Him. The Lord Jesus Christ died on the cross and then rose from the grave to pay the penalty for our sins.
"Christ himself carried our sins in his body to the cross, so that we might die to sin and live for righteousness." 1 Peter 2:24 The Good News Bible
Our Response — Receive Christ
We may now cross the bridge and join God's family by accepting this personal invitation and receive Christ.
"Some, however, did receive him and believed in him; so he gave them the right to become God’s children." John 1:12 The Good News Bible
What Do I Need to Do to Accept Christ?
- ADMIT that I need a Savior, "I am a sinner."
- REPENT (be willing to turn away from my sin).
- BELIEVE that the Lord Jesus Christ died for my sins upon the cross.
- RECEIVE through prayer, the Lord Jesus Christ into my life.
“Everyone who calls out to the Lord for help will be saved.” Romans 10:13 The Good News Bible
What Should I Pray?
Lord Jesus Christ, I know that I am a sinner. I do believe that you died for my sins. I want to turn from my sins and ask you to come into my life. I receive you as my personal Lord and Savior. Thank you for saving me. Amen.