RESPONDING TO JESUS
You can speak to God honestly, without special language. Christians believe we are saved by God's grace through faith in Jesus. Prayer expresses that trust; the words themselves are not a mechanism or a test.
God, thank you for loving me. I need your forgiveness and your help. I believe Jesus died for my sins and rose again. I want to turn towards you and trust him. Teach me to follow Jesus and to live in your love. Amen.
Following Jesus involves trusting him, turning from sin and learning his way of life. It begins a relationship that grows through Scripture, prayer and Christian community. It is all right to ask for help understanding what this means.
If you have begun following Jesus, or would like to explore that decision, contact ANCC. You do not have to share a public testimony or fill in a long form.
Read a short part of John's Gospel, make time for honest prayer and meet other Christians. Our New Believers guide offers a starting point.
