EXPLORE CHRISTIAN FAITH
At the centre of Christianity is Jesus Christ. Christians believe he reveals who God is and invites us into a restored relationship with him. You are welcome to explore his life and message, whether faith is familiar to you or entirely new.
The Bible's four Gospels tell of Jesus teaching, welcoming people, healing the sick and calling people to follow him. He spoke about God's kingdom and showed love for people whom others overlooked. Reading a Gospel lets you encounter those accounts for yourself.
Begin with Mark or John. Read a short section and ask: what does this show me about Jesus, and what would I like to understand better?
Christians believe that human sin damages our relationship with God and with one another. Jesus gave his life for our sins and rose from the dead. His death and resurrection are the foundation of the Christian hope of forgiveness, new life and life with God.
Grace means that God's love is a gift, not something we earn by having a perfect history. Following Jesus includes turning towards God, trusting Christ and learning to live in his way.
You may wonder whether the Gospel accounts are trustworthy, why suffering exists or what faith would mean for your family and culture. You can bring those questions into a conversation without pretending they have already been answered.
If you want to begin following Jesus, you can pray honestly about your need for forgiveness and your desire to trust him. A prayer expresses faith; repeating a formula is not a substitute for it. We would be glad to talk about what following Jesus means.
Come to a Sunday gathering, read a Gospel, or ask for a conversation. You can learn alongside other people as you explore faith and grow in it.
