Meet Jesus

 The Opportunity:

You're not here by accident. God made you and He really loves you. In fact, he loves you so much that he wants to have a personal relationship with you.

 

"But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness." Psalm 86:15

 

Intimacy with God is available through his Son, Jesus Christ. But, it’s not automatic.

 

The Problem:

What prevents the relationship is sin. People tend to divide themselves into groups - good people and bad people. What happens is that while we know we’re not perfect, for the most part we’re not “bad,” either. But God says that every person that has ever lived is a sinner, and any sin separates us from God. That includes you and me.

 

"For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God." Romans 3:23

 

According to man's rules, people should be punished or rewarded according to how good they are. Most people understand that all choices have consequences. In fact, it might be hard for you to understand how Jesus could love you when you’ve failed, or when other people don't seem to. But I have great news for you! Jesus DOES love you. In fact, he loves you more than you can ever imagine! And there's nothing you can do to make him stop!

 

The Solution:

Are you thinking that you should make things right in your life before you come to Jesus? Many people feel that way, but that's not what God says!

 

"God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." Romans 5:8

 

For you to come to God you have to get rid of your sin problem. But God says that you can't make yourself right with God by being a better person. God wants to save you JUST BECAUSE HE LOVES YOU!

 

"He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of His mercy." Titus 3:5

 

It's God's grace that allows you to come to Him - not your efforts to "clean up your life" or work your way to Heaven. You can't earn it. It's a free gift.

 

"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God - not by works, so that no one can boast." Ephesians 2:8-9

 

For you to come to God, your sin must be paid for. Thus, God's gift to you is His son, Jesus, who paid the debt for you.

 

"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord." Romans 6:23

 

Jesus paid the price for your sin and mine by dying on a cross 2,000 years ago. Three days later he rose from the dead to claim his victory not only over sin, but also over death and hell.

 

Your Response:

All that's left for you to do is to accept the gift that Jesus is holding out for you right now.

 

"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 it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved." Romans 10:9-10

 

God says that if you believe in His son, Jesus, you can live forever with Him in glory.

 

"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." John 3:16

 

Are you ready to accept the gift of eternal life that Jesus is offering you right now? If it is your sincere desire to ask Jesus to come into your heart as your personal Lord and Savior, then talk to God from your heart.

 

Here's a Suggested Prayer:

"Lord Jesus, I know that I am a sinner and I do not deserve eternal life. But, I believe You died and rose from the grave to provide a place in Heaven for me. Jesus, come into my life, take control of my life, forgive my sins and save me. I am now placing my trust in You alone for my salvation and I accept your free gift of eternal life."

 

Tell Us About It:

If you have trusted Jesus as your Lord and Savior, please let us know (link). We want to rejoice in what God has done in your life and help you to grow spiritually.

 

If you have questions or concerns you would like help with, please e-mail (link) and let us know. We're here to help you understand the love that Jesus is offering you for free, no matter who you are, where you are, or what you’ve done in your life.