As a Christian author and mentor, I’ve had many people ask me over the years how they can develop a relationship with God. At such a dark time in our nation, I want to share that information here in case there is anyone out there who wants to deepen their faith or grow closer to God. The first step towards hearing God’s voice, discovering His will for your life, and knowing Him personally is truly understanding the Gospel.

Some religions teach that we must strive to be perfect and work our way to God through deeds, acts, and sacraments. If that is what you’ve been taught, I’m sorry; it is not Biblical, and it is not the Gospel message. Sin separates man from God, and no good deed could ever relink us. It is by grace and grace alone that we are saved, through FAITH in Jesus Christ. Our sin deserved death, but Jesus paid the price for all of us, offering Himself as a sinless sacrifice on the Cross, paying the debt we never could. He came to Earth to become the propitiation for our sins. He came to take our place so that we could spend eternity with Him in Heaven. This was prophesied nearly 700 years prior to the crucifixion in Isaiah 53 and even earlier in Psalm 22. In fact, Jesus’ life and death fulfilled over 300 Old Testament prophesies. The true Gospel message is summed up poignantly in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.”

Once someone allows the beautiful Gospel message to penetrate their heart, they can develop a personal relationship with God and be certain that they will spend eternity in Heaven by accepting Jesus as their Lord and Savior. If you have never done this and would like to, the prayer below will help you take that step. If your faith is already in Christ, but you’d like to recommit your life to Him, the prayer below will help you draw nearer to God.

Heavenly Father,
I confess to You that I am a sinner. I believe, Jesus, that You are my Savior, that You died on the cross for my sins, rose from the grave, and defeated death. I ask You to come into my heart and be the Lord of my life. I repent of my sins and ask You to help me live in a way that is right and pleasing to you. Please fill me with the Holy Spirit and help me follow You all the days of my life.
In Jesus Name I pray, Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, feel free to private message me. I would love to send you a copy of “Jesus Calling” — one of my favorite daily devotionals — that will help you learn God’s word, feel His love, and hear His voice.

God bless you all, and God bless America.