The Illustrated GospelSample

SALVATION

Through Christ, God—in perfect love, great mercy, and amazing grace—made a way where there seemed to be no way. Because of Jesus’ death and resurrection, salvation is available to all who, by God’s grace, put their faith in Christ.

God has provided the way out. He has shown light in the darkness. Because of His great mercy, He delivers His children from the bondage of sin and death to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

TAKE THE TRUTH TO HEART

What an indescribable, immeasurable gift God has given to us in Christ. He has not only saved us from death, darkness, and destruction, but also He has given us life, light, restoration, and every spiritual blessing for eternity!

When we were transferred from the kingdom of darkness to the kingdom of light, our entire operating system was replaced. We were given a new heart and a new mind. We were given the heart and mind of Christ. When we look in the mirror, we may look the same—there may not be any outward visual change—but on the inside, we are a new creation. We are in Christ, and Christ is in us! This is transforming truth! May we be transformed by it.

If you have never placed your trust in Jesus for your sin, we have provided a suggested prayer below:

Dear God,

Thank you for revealing yourself to me, an undeserving sinner. Thank you for providing a way of rescue and hope for those who place their trust in Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection. I confess that I have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed. I have followed after my own desires and broken your holy laws. (Take a moment to confess your sins as you understand them; be as specific as possible, then continue.)

O God, please have mercy upon me. Forgive me and cleanse me of all unrighteousness. Grant me eternal life with you in Jesus Christ. May I live a godly, righteous, and pleasing life to you, to the glory of your name. Thank you, Lord. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.