Starting with Jesus: Your First Steps of Faith

Step 1: Commit Your Life to Jesus

The greatest day of your life is the day you give it to Jesus. The Bible tells us He has the power to make all things new — and He wants you to experience a new purpose, a new joy, a new peace, and a new life greater than you can imagine.

Why Do You Need Jesus?

You begin life separated from God because of sin — falling short of His perfect standard. Sin leads to death and eternal separation from Him, and there's nothing you can do to bridge that gap on your own; not religion, not good behavior. Only Jesus can rescue you. For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God's glorious standard (Romans 3:23).

What Did Jesus Do for You?

God loved you too much to leave you hopeless in your sin, so He sent His only Son, Jesus. Jesus lived a perfect life and willingly chose death on a cross to pay the price for your sin. Three days later He rose from the grave, defeating death to bridge the gap between you and God.

Committing your life to Jesus is as simple as the ABCs:

• Admit you need Jesus.
• Believe that Jesus died and rose from the grave for you.
• Commit to follow Jesus for the rest of your life.

Step 2: Get Baptized Like Jesus

Once you've committed your life to Jesus, baptism is your next step. Baptism is an outward display of the inward decision you've made to trust Christ with your life.

Step 3: Grow Daily with Jesus

Like any healthy relationship, your relationship with Christ grows through intentionality, communication, trust, and time. You'll grow closer to Him by praying, reading your Bible daily, and attending church regularly.

Ready to take a next step? Let us know you made a decision and help you get started at Get Connected, or come meet us in person at a Newcomers gathering.