What is the purpose of our existence? Is it simply to have a good job. build a family, and enjoy life? Is that all there is? Certainly not. We’re made for so much more. Your purpose is to know God. After we die, the Bible says we'll face God as our Judge. Have you ever rebelled (sinned) against God? Examine yourself by God's Law, the Ten Commandments. Have you ever told a lie? Ever stolen (the value is irrelevant)? Jesus said. "Whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart." In God’s courtroom, our sins are very serious crimes. They’re so evil that the just punishment is death & eternity in a terrible place called Hell!
The Bible says that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked. He is rich in mercy and provided a Savior: "God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.” Jesus Christ died on the cross, paying the death penalty for sinners. He then rose from the dead three days later, defeating death. Hundreds saw Him after His resurrection: it's no fairy tale. Jesus fulfilled all the prophecies about the promised Savior, written in the Holy Scriptures hundreds of years before His birth. This hope is available to you, but only for a limited time! Don't wait until it's too late!
Religious rites, sacred traditions, or attending church can’t save you. Salvation is a free gift of God that you can't earn. To know God and have your sins forgiven, do what the Bible says: repent and believe. Trust in Jesus as you'd trust in a parachute-don't just 'believe" it can save you, put it on and cling to it with all of your being. Wholeheartedly commit yourself to following Christ, and turn your back on sin. Then show your gratitude by obeying His command to be baptized. Be sure to also join a Christian church and read the Bible daily. God gives you everything you need for life & godliness thru the power of the Holy Spirit. He will never let you down!
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