What must I do to accept Jesus Christ?

Salvation (i.e. going to heaven) is not based on what we do (Ephesians 2:8-9) but on who we know (Luke 23:42-43, John 3:16-17, Acts 4:12).

Damnation (i.e. going to hell) is not based on what we do but on what we don’t do (II Thessalonians 1:8-9).

That is why there are thieves, murderers, adulterers, homosexuals, serial killers, rapists, and Satanists in heaven and philanthropists, charitable persons, physicians and caregivers, as well as world religious figures in hell.

Our eternal destiny, no matter what that may ultimately be, thus depends entirely upon our relationship with Jesus Christ and not on our deeds (works), no matter how good or how bad they may have been. For Christ’s death on the cross and his resurrection on the third day provides for repentance for forgiveness of all sins (Luke 24:46-47) and thus all who call upon the Lord will be saved no matter how “bad” they may have been (Romans 10:13). Likewise, all who do not, no matter how “good” they may have been, will perish (II Thessalonians 2:10).

Its all about what He did, not what we did (Romans 11:6).

John 3:16-17: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

An important factor in reaching a decision to accept Jesus Christ and ask Him to forgive you of your sins is reaching a point in your life when you come to understand you are completely incapable of standing in judgment before a perfect, holy, sinless God – something we’re told in the Bible each and every one of us will someday have to do – and walking away blameless.

Because none of us can meet the standards of conduct acceptable to a holy God, the importance of having a relationship with Jesus Christ can not be understated. Why? Because all who die without receiving Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior will someday be sentenced to an eternal hell from which there will be no hope of escape or rescue.

Fortunately, the penalty God required all mankind to pay for living in disobedience to His will has already been paid on our behalf, if we will accept it! Jesus Christ, the Son of God, robed Himself in flesh and came into the world to make atonement for all our sins through His sacrificial death on the cross.

In return for Christ providing us a way to avoid the judgment we are all worthy of when our character is compared to that of a holy, sinless God, it is required of us to accept Jesus Christ by faith, believing in His sinless life, His death on the cross on our behalf, and His resurrection from the dead to avoid being sentenced to an eternal hell – a lake of fire prepared for all those who live in rebellion against God.

As Jesus loved us enough to leave the Majesty of Heaven and die a cruel death on the cross on our behalf, none of us should have a problem with accepting His free gift of salvation, should we? God couldn’t possibly love us more than He does nor make the process of securing one’s eternal salvation any simpler than it is so there is no better day than today for you to come to faith in Christ if you’re considering doing so. This is especially true when we consider that no one has the promise of a tomorrow.

Are You Ready to Receive Jesus Christ as Your Lord and Savior?

The first step in becoming a Christian begins in the heart. The Bible calls this repentance—a genuine, life-changing turning away from sin and turning toward God.

Repentance is more than feeling sorry; it is a sincere desire to leave your old ways behind and walk in obedience to God. It is the starting point of a real and lasting faith—a foundation that will stand the test of time.

God is not looking for perfection—He is looking for a humble, willing, and repentant heart.

Will you receive Jesus Christ today?

How to Receive Christ

• Admit your need: Acknowledge that you are a sinner in need of God’s grace.
• Repent: Turn from your sins and ask God for forgiveness.
• Believe: Trust that Jesus Christ died for your sins and rose again.
• Receive: Invite Jesus into your life as your Lord and Savior through prayer.

Pray This from Your Heart

“Dear God, I know that I am a sinner. I turn away from my sins and ask for Your forgiveness. I believe that Jesus Christ is Your Son—that He died for my sins and that You raised Him from the dead. I invite Jesus into my heart and life. I choose to trust Him as my Savior and follow Him as my Lord from this day forward. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

Did You Just Receive Christ?

If you sincerely placed your faith in Jesus Christ, you are now saved. You belong to Him, and nothing can separate you from His love. You are now part of God’s family and have the promise of eternal life.

📖 “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us…” — 1 John 1:9
📖 “Whoever confesses that Jesus is the Son of God, God abides in him…” — 1 John 4:15

What do I do now that I’ve accepted Christ?

• Seek other Christians to fellowship with in a church of your choice that uses the Bible alone for instruction in holy living. The Bible is the Word of God and needs to be adhered to as much as humanly possible.
• Start reading the Bible regularly to get to know God better and understand His will for your life. All new believers need to read the Word of God often to become mature and confident in their Christian faith.
• Be baptized by immersion. If you were baptized as an infant, you need to be baptized again. Baptism is your public acknowledgement of your acceptance of Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Although you can get to Heaven without being baptized, Jesus told us we should be baptized, just as He was! Follow the Lord’s example and do this as soon as possible.
• Tell others about your decision to follow Christ so that they may be led to follow in your footsteps. There is no greater accomplishment than to lead another person to Christ!

This is just the beginning of a beautiful new life in Christ.
Walk with Him daily, and you will discover peace, purpose, and eternal hope like never before.