1. Acknowledge Your Need
Romans 3:23 – “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.”
Every person has sinned and fallen short of God’s perfect standard. Recognizing our sin and our need for forgiveness is the first step towards salvation.
2. Understand God’s Provision
Romans 6:23 – “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Sin has consequences, but God offers us the gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ. This provision is a testament to His love and grace.
3. Believe in Jesus Christ
John 3:16 – “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
Faith in Jesus Christ as the Son of God and the Savior of the world is crucial. Believing in His sacrifice and resurrection grants us the promise of eternal life.
4. Confess and Repent
1 John 1:9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
Confession and repentance are essential steps. By admitting our sins and turning away from them, we open ourselves to God’s forgiveness and purification.
5. Receive Jesus as Your Savior
John 1:12 – “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.”
Accepting Jesus Christ into your heart and life as your personal Savior is the final step. This act of faith transforms you into a child of God and secures your place in His eternal family.
Prayer of Salvation If you are ready to take these steps and accept Jesus Christ as your Savior, we invite you to pray this simple prayer:
“Dear God, I know that I am a sinner and I ask for Your forgiveness. I believe that Jesus Christ is Your Son and that He died for my sins and rose from the dead. I trust Him as my Savior and follow Him as my Lord. Guide my life and help me to do Your will. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
If you have prayed this prayer and accepted Jesus as your Savior, we encourage you to connect with us at Bethany Baptist Church. We would love to support you on your spiritual journey and welcome you into our community of faith.
Fill out the form below and tell us about how you came to know Him. Upon submission of this form, you will be redirected to our new members next steps page. Thank you for sharing this exciting moment with us!