Plan of Salvation

All it takes to be a Christian is to have FAITH.

F is for Forgiveness.
We cannot have eternal life and heaven without God's forgiveness. "In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace." Ephesians 1:7

A is for Available.
Forgiveness is available. It is -
- Available for ALL. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16
- But not automatic. "Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven..." Matthew 7:21a

I is for Impossible
It is impossible for God to allow sin into heaven.
- Because of who He is, God is loving and just. His judgment is against sin. "For he shall have judgement without mercy, that hath showed no mercy..." James 2:13a
- Because of who we are, every person is a sinner. "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." Romans 3:23
But how can a sinful person enter heaven, when God allows no sin?

T means Turn
- Turn from something - sin and self. "...except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish." Luke 13:3b
- Turn to someone; trust Christ only. "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." Romans 10:9

H is for Heaven
Heaven is eternal life.
- Here - "...I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." John 10:10b
- Hereafter - "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." John 14:3
How?
How can a person have God's forgiveness, heaven, and eternal life, and Jesus as personal Savior and Lord? By trusting in Christ and asking Him for forgiveness. Take the step of faith described by another meaning of FAITH: Forsaking All I Trust Him.

Prayer
Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner and have displeased You in many ways. I believe You died for my sin and only through faith in Your death and resurrection can I be forgiven. I want to turn from my sin and ask You to come into my life as my Savior and Lord. From this day on, I will follow You by living a life that pleases You. Thank You, Lord Jesus, for saving me. Amen.