The Bible explains that something has gone wrong in the human heart.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”
Romans 3:23 (KJV)
Sin separates us from God and leaves us spiritually lost. No amount of good works, kindness, or religion can remove that separation.
Sin carries a penalty—a price that must be paid.
“For the wages of sin is death…”
Romans 6:23a (KJV)
This death is more than physical; it is eternal separation from God. Left unpaid, sin keeps us from ever finding our way home.
Because God loves us, He did not leave us lost.
“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”
Romans 5:8 (KJV)
Jesus Christ, God’s Son, took the penalty for our sin upon Himself. He died on the cross, was buried, and rose again so that forgiveness and eternal life could be offered freely.
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son…”
John 3:16 (KJV)
Salvation is not something we earn—it is something we receive by faith.
“That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.”
Romans 10:9 (KJV)
When you turn to Christ in faith, trusting Him alone to save you, God welcomes you home.
“For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Romans 10:13 (KJV)
Praying does not save you—Jesus does—but you may express your faith to God in a prayer like this:
“Dear God, I know that I am a sinner and that my sin separates me from You. I believe that Jesus Christ died for my sins and rose again. I ask You to forgive me and save me. I am trusting Jesus alone as my Savior. Thank You for welcoming me home and giving me eternal life. Amen.”
If you have prayed this prayer or would like to talk with someone about your next steps, we would love to hear from you. You don’t have to walk this journey alone—there is a place to belong, and a way home through Jesus Christ.