Good News?

You may have heard the word "gospel" before.  People talk about the "gospel" of Jesus Christ.  There is music that is referred to as "gospel music."

Gospel comes from a Greek word: εὐαγγέλιον (transliterated into English, it is "euangelion" and is pronounced this way: "yoo-an-gellion".

The word "gospel" is translated as "Good News!"

Hear the Gospel

Jesus Christ, the Son of God, became a man in order to die a sacrificial death, was buried and rose again three days later in order to make a way for you to be forgiven of your sins and restored to a right relationship with God, your Creator.

Believe the Gospel

Do you believe this message.  Ask God to reveal to you whether or not this message of the gospel is true.  If you believe it, it is because God is working in your life to bring you to faith in His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Repent of Your Sins

To repent means to feel sorry for the sins you have committed and to turn from them.  Sin is violating God's law.  Talk to God and tell Him that you admit you have sinned and that you are turning from them to Him, and mean it.

Confess Your Faith in Jesus Christ

Make a public confession that you are accepting Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord and that it is your intent to follow His teachings.

Be Baptized

Find somethat that is a faithful follower of Jesus Christ and ask them to baptize you.  You may know or be able to find a gospel-preaching church and there find someone that will baptize you publicly (in front of other people).  This is confessing Jesus Christ before men.

This Makes You a Disciple (follower) of Jesus Christ

Your Next Steps

Start reading the Bible, we suggest that you read the book of John in the New Testament first, then read the book of Genesis in the Old Testament next. 

After that, read it all!

Find a Group of Jesus' Followers

We will not recommend a denomination.  Ask God to lead you.