Practical Next Steps
One of, if not the most exciting moment in your life is the very second you believed Jesus was your Lord and Savior.
We are thrilled to be a part of such an important decision and want to make sure you are set up with some resources that you might find beneficial as you start your journey with Christ.
Get a Bible
AND READ IT!
This will help you learn more about God and what He is all about. Like any relationship you must invest time and learn more about each other to grow and strengthen it.
This site is a great tool for an online Bible, BibleStudyTools.com. It also has a variety of versions, like the NIV, NASB, and KJV and find the one that best suits you and that you understand.
If you don't have a Bible and would like one please send us an email here and we will send you one for free.
A great place to start is to read through the four Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) which account for the life of Jesus Christ.
Blue Letter Bible is an excellent app with lots of free commentary on each of the books of the Bible.
Find a Christian Bible Based Church
It is very important for you to meet new Christian friends to fellowship with.
Just about every church has community groups or small groups that pair you with a group of people who are around the same age and same stage of life.
Also most churches have groups for new Christians where they walk with you through any questions or struggles you may have as you start your faith journey.
Church also provides you teaching, instruction, and accountability.
Ask around and see if anyone you know goes to a Bible teaching church. And remember, it is okay to visit a few churches before deciding on which one you would like to attend.
If you would like assistance in finding a church, email us and we are happy to be of service!
Prayer
Prayer is simply talking to God.
Just like reading your Bible is how you learn more about God, prayer is how you communicate with God. Just like other relationships, communication is essential to develop them. It may seem strange at first talking to someone who does not talk back audibly, but God hears and does answer prayers.
Keep in mind since you are a new Christian, the enemy, satan will try and put doubt in your mind "you aren't really saved" or "this Christian stuff is not real."
It is essential that you follow these steps and make them regular habits in your life. Becoming a Christian does not eliminate the tough times in life that you will most certainly still go through, but it provides you a way to get through them with the help of the Creator of this world, God. He will give you the power, strength, and ability to get through anything that comes against you.
RESOURCES
Have a look around and check out the information below. We hope that you use what's here as a launching pad to dive deeper into who Jesus is and how his life has impacted you. Our hope is that you live life in the fullness.
The Gospel of Jesus Christ
Only God's Story helps us understand our world and make sense of our lives. That's why it's vital for ALL disciples to truly grasp the power of God's Story. Click the image below to see a snap shot into God's story.
7 Day Devotional: Taking Your First Steps as a Follower of Christ
Day 1: Understanding this New Life
Day 2: Spend Time with God Daily
Day 3: Learn about God, His Will & Ways
Day 4: Live in Victory
Day 5: Connect with the Body
Day 6: Tell Your Story
Day 7: Plan and Take Next Steps
Things to Remember
- Allow the Holy Spirit to make the Word a reality in your heart.
- Carefully ponder how the Word applies to your everyday life.
- Dwell on how the Word changes your situation.
- See yourself as God sees you.
- Realize the integrity and truth of God’s Word.
- Look up different translations.
- Check out the historical context.
Understanding Water Baptism
Simply put, baptism is an individual public profession of personal faith in Jesus Christ and surrender to Him.
Studying the Bible
We will all face situations that require the wisdom of God, and the best way to know what that wisdom is, is to study the Word and soak it up like a sponge!
Loui Giglio Shares Someone's Testimony
A college student's testimony of coming to Christ...a great example of why we should live our lives to be examples in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. This is so powerful!
The 5 Most Uncomfortable Things New Christians Experience
Your life as a new convert will be all grace, love . . . and awkward situations?
First Steps in the Christian Life
The life of a new Christian is both exciting and daunting. As a former atheist, my early experiences as a Christian were filled with opportunities and challenges. What do I do now? I wondered.
Why You Can Believe the Bible
It is the history of the Bible that makes it unique among 'sacred texts.' See who wrote the Bible, how its reportive style is backed by archeology and historians...