Jesus Christ was born into the world to save the lost! If you don't know how to receive the salvation Jesus promised, find the answer by reading this article. Take the following steps so that you have eternal life. In addition to relying on the power of God, you must desire to receive the salvation that Jesus promised.
Step
Step 1. Don't involve anyone else in this because salvation is a private matter between you and God
You may have heard this advice many times, but the following tips can help you change the way you live your life that is necessary for salvation.
Step 2. Realize that you are a sinner
Ask yourself the following questions. Is there anything else that you consider more important than God? Have you ever lied (regardless of size, a lie is still a lie), stole (cheated on exams, stole candy, etc.), hated (in the Bible it is written that hating is the same as suicide), lusted (according to the Bible, this is the same as suicide). adultery in thought), disrespectful mention of God's name (eg, saying "Oh my God!!!"), disrespecting parents, envious of others? The Bible says that all humans sin. Breaking one of Allah's commandments means breaking all of His commandments (all of Allah's laws). All sinners deserve to be punished and God is a just God. He will give the appropriate punishment, namely hell. However, Jesus died to atone for our sins, free us from punishment, and give eternal life to mankind.
Step 3. Repent and change the way you live
Leave a sinful life full of regrets. Believe in Jesus and be His follower. In Acts 2:38 Peter's words on the day of Pentecost are written, "Peter answered them, 'Repent, and be baptized each one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit."
Step 4. Find a church that has the authority to perform baptisms in the name of Jesus according to His words in the Gospel of Matthew 28:19
"Therefore go, make disciples of all nations and baptize them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…" After you repent and have faith in Jesus, God will pour the Holy Spirit into you, change your life, and make you a new creation. in Jesus Christ. According to God's will, you must forgive others as you have been forgiven, love others as you were loved, and help others as Jesus helped you.
Step 5. Rejoice and rejoice after your sins are forgiven (because God forgives when you ask His forgiveness)
Believe that when you receive the Holy Spirit, God will purify you and give you gifts as He wills (read 1 Corinthians 12)!
Step 6. Maintain a good relationship with God
Pray every day because praying is very important and beneficial. Pray for God's help in small matters (such as before taking an exam) or when facing serious problems (for example, asking God to help a doctor so that he can correctly diagnose a close friend's illness).
Know that always there is always someone ready to help make life very pleasant and our helper is Jesus Christ. Remember how you felt when God answered your request. Read the Bible every day. What would your relationship with God be like if you were the only one talking to Him? You never know what God wants to say if you never read and try to understand His words as your guide to the right path. Even though God speaks in a still small voice, you know this is God's voice. A voice that guides you through your daily life.
Step 7. Memorize some Bible verses
"Jesus answered, "Truly, truly, I tell you, unless a person is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the kingdom of God" (John 3:5). Become a new man by receiving the outpouring of the Holy Spirit according to the Bible as a gift from God. "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that everyone who believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16).
Step 8. If you need help, ask Jesus and trust that He never breaks a promise
"Cast all your anxieties on Him, for He cares for you" (1 Peter 5:7).
You can rely on Jesus for anything. Tell Him all what you experience is like chatting with a friend, brother, or sister. Jesus loves you more than anyone else so He would sacrifice His life by being put to death and dying on the cross to atone for the sins of mankind! The Holy Spirit who always comforts and accompanies you will never leave you!
Tips
- Jesus said, "I must go to Him who sent Me so that you may receive the Holy Spirit whom I have promised to be your guide and comforter. The Holy Spirit will be with you forever and will never leave you."
- We have heard the name of Jesus since we were children even though we do not know who the Great Figure was born at that time. Over time, we learn more and more about the Son of God who was born into this world as the Son of Man to atone for our sins by sacrificing his life on the cross. Who could do such a great thing for us but Jesus Christ?
- The great love of Jesus makes us believe that He will surely forgive our sins. Jesus is the only way of life. Satan tempts us all the time, but God always calls us to draw near to Him.
- Problems in everyday life are not to bring us down, but only so that we experience suffering that makes us stronger. Jesus who has been resurrected from the dead has the power to overcome death, protect, forgive, and save us from sin. Jesus will forgive you if you ask, but remember that He also asks you to forgive, love, and help others.
- Believe in Jesus because faith in Jesus will be very beneficial. Count on Jesus to experience a wonderful new life because He will not leave you or let you walk alone. Jesus always loves you and wants to be a part of your life. He is able to solve the problems you face in a magical and unexpected way when you hit a dead end! Therefore, invite Jesus to always live in your life right now. Don't delay!
- Say in your heart: Jesus died on the cross and shed His blood for me. I will dedicate my life to Him, glorifying His name with faith, hope, and love in all that I do.
Warning
- When one door closes, another opens. Changes happen one after the other. For example, you get a new job, make new friends, move to a new school, there are changes in your work and family life.
- Becoming a follower of Christ is not always easy. In addition to experiencing joy, you still face trials as a test to strengthen your faith, but they can also bring you down. Make sure you always rely on Jesus and pray to Him especially when facing difficulties. However, you must always believe and be grateful for all the blessings He gives you every day! Prayer is always helpful. God can answer "Yes", "No", or "Wait". When God hasn't answered your request, don't assume that God answered "No." Maybe secretly, God is helping you while you are trying to overcome it so that big changes occur in the future.
- Free from sinful life and live in holiness! We will not have a place in the kingdom of God if we do not live holy. "Try to live at peace with all people and pursue holiness, for without holiness no one will see God" (Hebrews 12:14).
