You probably have an opinion about Jesus. Maybe you think He’s a great teacher or a prophet. Maybe you think He didn’t exist at all. Whatever you believe, we can probably agree that Jesus changed things.
We believe He wants to change you too, and that he’s provided the way back to God for you.
Jesus himself said: I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you really know me, you will know my Father as well. ~ John 14:6
Trusting Jesus as the way to God is not an exclusive path to God, it’s completely inclusive. No matter who you are, what you’ve done, no matter where you were born or the color of your skin, Jesus is the way for you to have a relationship with God. Everybody’s invited. Everybody’s included. Everybody’s important. If you think you’re an exception to the rule, you’re wrong. Jesus loves you. Yes...you.
So how do you actually become a Christian? Follow this link that will guide you a few simple steps you need to take. Here's a website you can visit for more information on your decision: New Believer
You can also download a free book to help you start your journey here.
Knowing Jesus personally is just the beginning. Next you need to begin to follow Him by experiencing water baptism, spending time talking to Him in prayer and by reading His words in Scripture.
READ YOUR BIBLE
So you want to get to know God. But how? Great question.
Start praying (talk to God and approach him in Jesus’ name...God hears you...really!).
But prayer really comes alive when you pair it with reading your Bible.
You can’t have a close relationship with someone you never talk to. It’s impossible. God’s word—the Bible—is the primary way He speaks to us. And it’s the absolute best way to discover how to follow Jesus on a daily basis. If you want to know more about God and His promises, reading the Bible is your next step.
You can download the YouVersion Bible app for free for your phone or tablet.
Also, stop by our guest Services desk on a Sunday to get a free hard copy of the Bible on us.
Then start reading. 10 minutes a day.
We suggest starting with The Gospel of John and then reading Romans.
GET BAPTIZED
Baptism is something Christians have been doing for thousands of years to symbolize their faith in Christ.
Baptism is a public declaration of a new association.
Even if you were baptized as an infant, we’ll baptize you again because this time it’s your choice.
To get baptized at Hope Church, fill out this form and we’ll be in touch.