Expert: Pastor Kimberly Lemler - 4/17/2008

Question
how do we get into heaven

Answer
Levi,

The Good News is that Jesus' death was payment for our sin, but not only that. His return to life from the dead and the new life He creates in us is the hope that we too can be with Him in Heaven. How do you get that for yourself? Thankfully, it is simple. Romans 10:9 tells us you must say, "Jesus is Lord" and you must believe that God raised Him from the dead. What does it mean to say Jesus is Lord? You are no longer the master of your own destiny. Instead, you have chosen to go where Jesus leads. Jesus paid for you with His life. Now your life, from the moment you wake in the morning until you go to sleep at night, is His. It is simple, but not easy. When you don't do what Jesus says, ask Him to forgive you. Then ask Him to help you do better the next time.

Pray this prayer:
"Heavenly Father, I believe you love me. I believe Jesus died for me and rose from the dead. Today, I confess Jesus as my Lord and receive the forgiveness of all my sins.  Holy Spirit, come into my life.  Thank You for saving me, in Jesus' name. -- Amen"


Blessings,
Pastor Kim