So why do we need Jesus? What’s the problem?

As a human race we once were connected with God. We had a fantastic relationship with Him, but humans messed it up and sin entered the picture. Our relationship became disconnected with God but that was not what He wanted. His plan to fix this was Jesus. 

Jesus, God’s only Son, was born into this world, and gave up his life on the cross. Jesus took our sin through His death and now we can receive that forgiveness and relationship with God as a free gift.

Because of what Jesus did, we can have a relationship with God without anything getting in the way. God doesn’t see our sin anymore. He sees Jesus instead of us.

The fact is we’re all just human, not perfect and we often stuff up. That’s what we call sin. Big or small, we’re all in the same boat. Imperfect and separated from God.

So, what do I need to do to receive this gift?

The Bible says it is really simple…

John 3.16 – 17

'For God loved the world so much that he gave, his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. God sent his Son into the world not to judge the world, but to save the world through him.'

Romans 10.9 - 

'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.'

You can pray a prayer that asks God for forgiveness, accepts Jesus as your Lord and Saviour, and make a commitment to do all you can to follow him. So, if you’re unsure whether you’re right with God or not, here’s a prayer you can pray.

Dear Jesus,

I’m so sorry for all the times I have messed up. Please forgive me. I believe in you and want to say thank you for dying for me on the cross. I invite you to come into my life.

Help me to walk every day of my life with you. 

In Jesus name I pray, ……… Amen.

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