You may wonder where you stand with God. Maybe you think you’ve messed up too much or need to get your life together before coming to Him.
Here’s the good news: God knows your story—and He still loves you.
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” — Romans 3:23
None of us is perfect. Romans 3:10–18 shows how sin affects our lives. We all fall short, and sin has a consequence:
“For the wages of sin is death…” — Romans 6:23
Sin separates us from God. But that verse doesn’t end there.
“…but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” — Romans 6:23
Salvation isn’t something you earn. It’s a gift.
“While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” — Romans 5:8
Jesus died for our sins and rose again so we could receive forgiveness, eternal life, and a relationship with God.
“If you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” — Romans 10:9
God isn’t asking you to clean yourself up first. He’s asking you to trust Jesus.
“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” — Romans 10:13
Your past doesn’t disqualify you. Your mistakes aren’t bigger than God’s grace.
Through faith in Jesus, we have peace with God (Romans 5:1), and:
“There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” — Romans 8:1
Your past doesn’t get the final word. Jesus does.
And nothing—today, tomorrow, life, death, or anything in creation—can separate us from God’s love in Jesus Christ (Romans 8:38–39).
You can talk to God right where you are:
“God, I know I have sinned and I can’t save myself. I believe Jesus died for my sins and rose again. Jesus, I put my trust in You. Forgive me, lead my life, and help me follow You. Amen.”
The prayer itself doesn’t save you. Jesus saves. This prayer is simply an expression of your faith in Him.
This isn’t the end of your story. It’s the beginning of a new life with Jesus.