Sin Separates Us From God

Sin, or willful disobedience to God, separates us from God. "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." (Romans 3:23) Committing one sin makes a person a sinner. Jesus is God's only provision for dealing with humanity's sin. "But God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us."
(Romans 5:8)

God's Spirit Creates Awareness

God's Spirit makes us aware of our sin and the penalty for sin. His Spirit works in our hearts, telling us that Jesus stands outside our heart's door, knocking and asking for entrance into our hearts. But He does not open that door Himself.

God Provides Forgiveness For Sin

To receive forgiveness, we must follow God's way, not our own. The Bible says we cannot save ourselves. "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast."
(Ephesians 2:8-9)

Repent and Turn Away From Sin

The Bible also says, "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out."
(Acts 3:19).
Repentance is turning to God through Jesus and turning away from sin. You then must give Him control of your life, allowing Him to be in charge of every situation.

What The Bible Says I Need To Know

1. I know I have sinned.
2. I know there is a penalty for sin.
3. I know I must be saved to avoid eternal separation from God in a place called hell.
4. I know that being saved will give me eternal fellowship with God in a place called Heaven.
5. I know I can ask Christ to come into my life.