What does it mean to be a Christian?
Being a Christian means that you are cleared from all your sin and made righteous. It means that God has forgiven you and declared you righteous, and in right standing with him. Actually, he gives you his righteousness and takes your un-righteousness away. It also means you are adopted into the family of God and that you will spend eternity with Christ and not feel the sting of death when you die. Being a Christian does not mean that you will do everything right! But it means that a Christian man or woman is learning to live their life based on the leading of the Spirit, and the instructions of the Word of God (Bible).
Now! A Christian is not perfect! They are just forgiven!
Why you should become a Christian!
Because God has declared that you MUST be Born Again.....He wants to show his love toward you, and he wants to improve your life.
What does Being born again mean? To be born again means to be born spiritually! When you were born of your mother, you were born of water, naturally and you became a living soul. However, a person born naturally is Not Connected to God when he is born, and until he is born again, he lives his life separate from God. God want's you to be born again, he want's you to choose him and be born spiritually, and he wants you in his royal family! Once you become born again, you are a child of God. Anyone who does not become a Christian, will not be forgiven, and will not spend eternity with God; but will spend eternity with unbeliever's in the darkness of hell.
How do you become a Christian!
This process of becoming a Christian is called salvation. The word salvation is derived from the Greek word [soteria /so·tay·ree·ah/] meaning deliverance, preservation, safety, salvation and blessings.
Here are the two steps to take according to Romans 10:9-10;
1. Confess with your mouth that Jesus is the Lord of your life. Just say " I now make Jesus Christ Lord of my life."
2. Now, believe in your heart that God has raised Jesus from the dead. Acts 13:27-31, Romans 6:4 Ephesians 1:19-20. For with your heart you believe unto righteousness, and with your mouth you confession is made unto salvation.
Last step, Pray this prayer! Dear Father - Thank you for salvation, I believe that you raised Jesus from the dead, and that you have forgiven me of all of my sin. I NOW make Jesus the Lord of my life. In Jesus name I pray.
Here are the benefits you must learn about that are yours when you become a Christian!
Benefits of being a Christian (Salvation)
1. Deliverance from the power and effects of sin.
2. Liberation from ignorance or illusion.
3. Protection from danger or attacks.
4. Preservation from destruction or failure.
5. Healing from sickness and disease.
6. Prosperity in all areas of your life.
Pastor Drew
