Welcome to Your New Life

What really happens when you give your life to Jesus? Is it just about believing, or is something deeper taking place? The Bible says that when you accept Christ, you become a new creation—but what does that mean for your identity, your purpose, and your future?

What It Means to Be a Child of God

When you accepted Jesus as your Savior and Lord, the Bible says the angels in Heaven began throwing a party in honor of you. It’s true! God’s word says in Luke 15, there is great rejoicing in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.

So when you asked Jesus to forgive your sins and become your Lord and Savior, you became a child of God, part of the family of God… a Christian. John, one of Jesus’ original disciples, wrote in John 1:12, “As many as received Him, to them He gave the right…” Another translation says:

“He gave the power to become the sons of God, even to those who believe in His name.”

Christianity is not just another religion. It’s a personal relationship with a living God! God is real. He is alive. He loves you. This amazing love was demonstrated when He sent His Son, Jesus Christ to earth to die for your sins on the cross.

And because God loves you and He knows you, He wants you to know and love Him. When Jesus was asked about which commandment in the Bible was the most important, He said without hesitation in Matthew 22:37,

“Love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.”

The Difference Between Religion and Relationship

Being a Christian isn’t about rules and regulations. It’s not about man’s manipulation in your life— it’s about RELATIONSHIP. That’s why God has given you the Bible. He’s given you the Bible to help you know more about Him so you can develop an intimate personal relationship with Him as your Heavenly Father. And that’s why the Bible is the most important book that you will ever read.

Think of this as God’s voice to you. He speaks to you through His Word. As you read the Bible, you’re going to discover it’s full of rich, wonderful truths that will help you live successfully in this life and in the life to come. The more you read and meditate on God’s Word, the stronger your relationship with Him becomes.

How to Start Growing in Your New Life with Christ

As you grow in your relationship with the Lord, you’re going to experience a fuller, more abundant and more joyful life.

But just because you’ve accepted Jesus as your Savior doesn’t mean you automatically know how to live life as a Christian. That’s where these Spiritual Growth Keys come in. They’ll help answer your questions and help you grow in your personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

As you learn from these keys, you’re going to grow in your knowledge of who God is and what it means to live in His favor. More than just growing in your knowledge about Him, my prayer for you is that you will grow in your relationship with Him. So get ready for an exciting journey discovering the keys to experiencing a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Your life will never be the same!

Reflection Question

If it has been a while since you began your relationship with the Lord, or if you never have, click on one of the links below to ask Jesus to live in your heart and provide you with assurance of His forgiveness.

Please help me pray for repentance or assurance of my salvation
Repentance

 

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for the incredible gift of relationship through Your Son, Jesus. As we embark on this journey of spiritual growth, open our hearts to receive Your Word and deepen our understanding of Your love. Help us to embrace our identity as Your children and to cultivate a vibrant relationship with You. May we experience the joy of knowing You more each day and live in the abundance of Your grace. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

 

Additional Resources:

• Mere Christianity, by C.S. Lewis
  C.S. Lewis invites readers to understand the core of Christian faith, highlighting how a genuine relationship with Christ can transform our lives and guide our moral choices.
• John 15:5
  This verse highlights the importance of maintaining a close, personal relationship with Jesus to grow spiritually and bear fruit in your life.
• “Devoted to Knowing God” by Theresa Rowe
  This article highlights the transformative power of truly knowing God and making Him a priority in your life. It encourages believers to grow deeper in their relationship with God through intentional time in prayer and His Word, emphasizing that knowing Him brings peace, purpose, and spiritual fulfillment.
• Inspiration Ministries Spiritual Growth Hub
  Take a moment to explore! This is your space to access life-changing courses and tools—all completely free.