John 3:16: For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. (King James Version)

Romans 8:16: The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God's children. (New International Version)

Are you struggling?  Is your heart heavy?  Do you have questions and don't know where to get the answers?  There is One who loves you as His child, and wants you to enjoy a relationship with Him. He is the answer to your search. He will fill the hole in your heart, help you overcome your loneliness and your faults, give you peace here and now, and eternal life with Him in Heaven. He is the one Creator of the universe and all it contains, including you. You won't be complete inside until you have a personal relationship with the God who created you. 

How Do We Know This?  God is the Author of the most important Book of all time, the Bible, His "Owner's Manual" for a Human Life.  It is full of stories and instructions for living your life with Him, in His ways.  All the answers are right there in the Bible.  

Regardless of who you are or what you have done, there is a way to turn it all around ... that way is through God.

You first must choose to be with God.  God has done His part when His Son died for you, now it's your move. Turning to God means you are also turning your back on your sinful ways and are now ready to begin doing things God's way.  How do you begin?

First, you admit you are a sinner.  Confess your sins to God.

Secondly, repent your sins and promise to turn away your sinful ways.

Third, BELIEVE that Jesus Christ died for you on the cross.

Finally, RECEIVE God into your heart and life.  From this moment forward, turn away from the sins and wrongdoings of life and follow the path of the Lord.

Do all four steps through prayer to God.  God already knows your heart.  He is waiting for you to talk to him, to confess your sins, to repent your sins and wrong ways, to say you believe that Jesus Christ died for you, and to say that you are ready to receive God into your life.  There are no need for special words.  God is your heavenly Father.  He wants your prayers to be in your words.  He wants you to bring all things to him through prayer.  It's time for you to have a discussion with God.  Turn to Him for he is waiting on you.

You prayed, committing your life to Christ. What does the Bible say happened?

1. You are saved - Jesus said, "I am the door. If anyone enters by Me, he will be saved" (John 10:9, KJV). 

2. You are a child of God - The Bible says: "But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name" (John 1:12, KJV).

3. You have everlasting life - The Bible says: "For God so love the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life" (John 3:16, KJV).

Now ... what's next?  How do you live your life as a Christian?

1. Read and study God's Word, the Bible. 

2. Pray - Talk to God. Pray daily. 

3. Fellowship - The difficulties of living as a Christian in a sinful world are many. It is essential that you seek other sincere, Bible-believing Christians to help you sustain your resolve. Both individual Christian friends and a solid, Bible-based Christian church are essential. 

4. Tell Someone else - Take a stand for Jesus Christ; make your life count. Someone you know needs to hear your good news. Tell your friends and family of your decision.

The Delaware Church of Christ in Christian Union welcomes you to praise and worship God with us.  You are not alone, and together we all strengthen one another.  Join us for service to the Lord.