Forward
Let's look at a short Bible verse that everyone knows- 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 everlasting life. When we hear or think about these words of Jesus we always think about what God offers, what He gave for us, but most of us never think about "shall not perish."
I, probably like most people before I got saved, thought that I needed to accept Christ as Saviour so I could go to heaven, because I can't forgive my sins, if I could pay a price for my sins do you know what the price would be? You can pay the same price too. Yes, there is a price that we can pay without accepting Christ, the price is eternal separation from God, we can, or will pay the price in hell. That's the only price without Jesus. But God loves us so much that He sent His only Son Jesus to pay the price for those who would accept it, Jesus gave His life on the cross, nails pounded through His hands and feet, for you and me.There's a song that is so true "When Jesus was on the cross, I was on His mind." I'm sure that you know that salvation is free for you and me, but when I think about it, Christ paid a very expensive price, His blood
Like I said, I thought I had to accept Christ, and I did, and now I can be sure that I'm going to heaven instead of hell. But honestly, I thought it stopped there, I didn't really think about it, but I didn't have to wait until I got to heaven to know Jesus, He is with me always, instead of having a religion I have a relationship with God. I can take Him all of my problems, when I'm lonely, discouraged, depressed, troubled, and everything else, I can talk to God about it and He is always comforting. But I must say this, since I know God and the price He paid for me, I don't get such feelings as depression or lonely anymore. He opens doors that are bolted shut. I can't even begin to explain or describe His help and presence. You see, He gives me heaven for sure, but He is also a comfort in this world. And we all know that this world can be pretty hurtful. He fills the void that nothing in this world ever can fill.
Here are some of the main reasons why I think some people don't get saved: They don't think they can give up certain things in their life. And lets face it, if you think that you have to give up something or some things to live a Godly life, then you obviously know that those thingsare wrong, sin. And those things never could satisfy you anyway, but they would be difficult to give up because you don't know of anything better. Your a slave, did you know that? John:8:34:Jesus answered them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whosoever committeth sin is the servant of sin. Whatever your sin is, it's your master, it doesn't matter how big or how small it is, you still serve it. It's easier to be free than you think. John8:36 If theSon therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed. Can you imagine how wonderful it would be to be free from the bondage of your sin? Jesus can make you free.
Well, I would like to say a lot more, and I do plan on adding more to this page sometime. But I just wanted to let you know, Jesus loves you. And you know the rest, about heaven and hell and the truth about life. Nothing in this life will ever satisfy you, you will always want more and never find enough to fill the God shaped hole in yourself. Only God can fill it.
1John:5:12:He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life. Matthew:16:26: For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?
All I have told you is God's truth. Before I go, I want to give you the opportunity to accept Christ as your Saviour, you know it's the right thing to do and it's the only thing that will save you and ease your soul. It will be the happiest day of your life. Just say this prayer to God: Dear God, I thank you for loving me so much that you gave your Son's life to save me, I confess that I'm a sinner and accept Christ sacrifice to pay for my sins with His blood, I trust Him as my Savior and Lord, in His name, I'm born again.
If you just accepted Christ then I am so happy for you. Heaven is going to be so wonderful. And your life now with Christ will be wonderful.
Please go on to page 2 for many other great resources to start you out.
