Why We Need Jesus

We are separated from God. Every day, our actions and words separate us from God. Everything we say, we do, or we fail to do that falls short of God’s perfect, holy standard is sin.This means that we are all sinners. [For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23] It doesn’t matter if your sins are big or small, all sin is the same to God, and His judgment for sin is death. [For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23] This means that we are separated from God, and on our own, we have no hope of eternal life with God after our lives on earth are finished.

Eternal life through God's only son. Our loving God sent us a way for our sins to be forgiven, in the person of His only son, Jesus Christ. Jesus, who was sinless and perfect, died on the cross as payment for our sins. He died for every single one of us, and for every single one of our sins, and through Him, we have the gift of life in heaven after our death. [For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16].

Receive the gift of life. How do you receive this gift of eternal life? Simply by beginning a personal relationship with Jesus. Acknowledge that you are a sinner, in need of forgiveness, and invite Jesus into your heart. [If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9]

You might want to say a prayer something like this, “Jesus, I know that I am a sinner. Thank you for dying on the cross for me. Please forgive my sins and come into my heart so that I may live every day for you. Amen.” [I have come that they may have life and have it in abundance. John 10:10b]

Connected through prayer and study. Once you have decided to begin your personal relationship with God through His son, Jesus, please share this with a Christian friend. Continue to speak to Jesus daily through prayer. Learn more about God through His Word, the Bible, and find a church where the Bible is the basis of all that is taught. [Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2]

If you are looking for a church home, or even if you go to another church, our pastor, David Houser, would be happy to talk with you about your commitment to Christ. Pastor Houser may be reached at the church by telephone at: (865) 584-2525.

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28