Receiving Christ is as simple as ABC…

Admit that you have sinned.

 “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23) “Since none of us are perfect, all of us are sinners” (Romans 3:10-18) The result of sin is spiritual death (Romans 6:23). Spiritual death means eternal separation from God. By God’s perfect standard we are guilty of sin and therefore subject to the punishment for sin, which is separation from God. Admitting that you are a sinner and separated from God is the first step of repentance, which is turning from sin and self and turning toward God.

 Believe that Jesus Christ died for you.

 “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” (John 3:16) Believe in Jesus Christ as God’s Son and receive Jesus’gift of forgiveness from sin. God offers us Salvation. Although we have done nothing to deserve His love and salvation, God provided salvation for all who would repent of their sins and believe in Jesus.

 Confess your sin to God, and then confess that Jesus Christ is Lord of your life.

“If you will confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation’ (Romans 10:9-10) Confess your faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord to others.

Here is a sample prayer if you don’t have the words. Just admit, believe, and confess.

Salvation Prayer

Dear Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner.  I believe that You died for my sins and arose from the grave.  I now turn from my sins and invite You to come into my heart and life.  I receive You as my personal Savior and will follow You as my Lord.  Amen.

If you have just accepted Jesus Christ as you Savior, please let someone know. Tell your pastor or a Christian friend about your decision. If you don’t have a church home, we will be more than happy to welcome and strengthen you.