Life Without God is Empty
Without faith in God, our life is futile. We simply live, grow old and die. Despite all the accomplishments we may achieve in this life, the end is the same for rich and poor, wicked and righteous: death. The Bible describes life “under the sun,” or without God, (Ecclesiastes 1:2-3 ) as “vanity,” or “emptiness”. You have probably felt that sense of emptiness at one time or another, and felt that there must be more to life than a series of fleeting moments of joy and sadness.
Faith in God is Essential to Please Him
Having faith in God gives purpose to our lives. The Bible definition of faith is that “faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.”(Hebrews 11:1 ). Faith gives us something to hope for, and makes that hope a very real thing. It also provides us the “evidence” for those things we cannot see- such as God, the minute details of His creation, or the future. In order to have a relationship with God, we must have faith: “without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.”(Hebrews 11:6 ). The important point to note in this passage is that faith is possible by seeking God. Investigation, research and study of God’s plan as presented in the Bible is the means by which we gain true faith and understanding.
Is Jesus your “personal” Savior? Many people view Christianity as attending church, performing rituals, and/or not committing certain sins. That is not Christianity. True Christianity is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Accepting Jesus as your personal Savior means placing your own personal faith and trust in Him. No one is saved by the faith of others. No one is forgiven by doing certain deeds. The only way to be saved is to personally accept Jesus as your Savior, trusting in His death as the payment for your sins and His resurrection as your guarantee of eternal life (John 3:16). Is Jesus personally your Savior?
If you want to accept Jesus Christ as your personal Savior, say the following words to God. Remember, saying this prayer or any other prayer will not save you. Only believing in Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross for you can save you from sin. This prayer is simply a way to express to God your faith in Him and thank Him for providing for your salvation. “God, I know that I have sinned against You and deserve punishment. But I believe Jesus Christ took the punishment I deserve so that through faith in Him I could be forgiven. I receive Your offer of forgiveness and place my trust in You for salvation. I accept Jesus as my personal Savior! Thank You for Your wonderful grace and forgiveness—the gift of eternal life! Amen!”