Steps to Becoming a Christian

 By Rev. Kirby

 The steps to becoming a Christian are simple:

 1.    Admit that you are a sinner in need of salvation.

2.    Pray and ask God to forgive you of your sin.

3.    Invite him to come into your life and ask him to help you live your life for him.

You are now ready to start your new journey with God.  To begin with, it is important that you leave your old lifestyle behind.  God will strengthen you and help you to walk away from your old lifestyle.

It is also important that you take steps to enrich your spiritual life.  You will want to find a good Bible-believing church, where the Scriptures are taught and salvation is preached. Make friends within the church; you'll need them for support and help.

Buy a good modern translation of the Bible. I prefer the New International Version, but the New King James and New American Standard versions are also very good.

Start by reading the Gospel of John, then First Thessalonians.  These books are found in the second half of the Bible, called the New Testament.  Read at least one chapter a day, asking God to help your understanding.

I suggest that you get a devotional guide. If you have Internet access, go to http://www.rbc.org/odb/odb.shtml  for a brief daily Bible reading and commentary.  You can order a devotional guidebook from the same organization by writing to RBC Ministries, PO Box 2222, Grand Rapids, MI, 49501.

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