Understanding Being Born Again
Becoming born again is a transformative spiritual experience that Christians believe is essential for salvation. This journey signifies a fresh start in your relationship with God. It requires an open heart and a willingness to embrace faith. The process involves recognising your need for divine guidance and grace. God desires to have a relationship with you, and to give you a life full of joy and purpose. You need Him….
The Steps to Becoming Born Again
1. Acknowledge Your Need for Salvation: The first step is to realise that you need salvation through Jesus Christ. This involves confessing your sins and understanding that only through Him can you attain eternal life. For we have all sinned and we cannot save ourselves.
2. Believe in Jesus Christ: Embrace the belief that Jesus is the son of God who died for your sins and resurrected. Romans 10:9 states, “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”
3. Pray the Prayer of Salvation: A heartfelt prayer can mark your transition. Here’s a simple prayer you can use:
“Lord Jesus Christ, I am sorry for the things I have done wrong in my life. I acknowledge my sins and ask for your forgiveness. Thank you for dying for me on the cross and rising again to set me free from my sins. Please come into my life and fill me with your Holy Spirit and be with me forever. Thank you Jesus. Amen.”
Saying that simple prayer makes you a Born Again Christian. God will begin His work in you and help you live for Him.
What Comes Next?
After saying the prayer of salvation, it’s important to express your new faith through actions. So what should you do next?
First, let someone know you have made the choice to follow Jesus.
Read your Bible daily- the Gospels- John, Mark, Matthew and Luke is a good place to start.
Join a Bible believing church and be part of the community. Connect with fellow believers for support and encouragement.
Being born again is just the beginning of a lifelong journey of faith. Welcome to the family of faith!!!