- Realize God is holy and perfect; we are sinners and cannot save ourselves.
- Recognize who Jesus is and what he's done as our substitute.
- Repent by turning to God from sin.
- Receive Jesus Christ by faith as Savior and Lord.
- Respond to Jesus Christ in a life of obedience.
Jesus said, "...If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me." - Luke 9:23
Does God's plan make sense to you? Are you willing to repent and receive Jesus Christ? If so, express to God your need for Him. If you're not sure what to say, consider the "Suggested Prayer of Commitment" below. Remember that God is more concerned with your attitude than with the words you say.
"Lord Jesus, I need you. I realize I'm a sinner and I can't save myself. I need your mercy. I believe that you died on the cross for my sins and rose from the dead. I repent of my sins and put my faith in you as Savior and Lord. Take control of my life and help me to follow you in obedience. In Jesus' name, Amen."
"...If you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. ... for, 'Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.' " - Romans 10:9,13
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