Notes: Becoming a Christian

Becoming a Christian

Henry and Pam Reyenga

Understanding Christianity

Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV) - "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faithÑand this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of GodÑ not by works, so that no one can boast."

The Life, Ministry, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ

Who is Jesus?

John 3:16 (NIV) - "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."

The Meaning of Faith

Faith in Action

Hebrews 11:1 (NIV) - "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see."

Repentance and Forgiveness

Turning Back to God

Acts 3:19 (NIV) - "Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord."

Public Declaration of faith


Romans 10:9-10 (NIV) "If you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved."

Living as a Christian with a Daily Walk with God

Galatians 2:20 (NIV) - "I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.Ó

Talking and listening repeatedly. 

Seven Connections

Joining with the Community of Faith

1 Corinthians 12:27 (NIV) - "Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it."

Called to minister

1 Peter 4:10-11 (NIV)

"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen."

Share the Word and Multiply Christian Leaders to share the word


Matthew 28:19-20 (NIV) - "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."

Prayer of New Faith

Heavenly Father,

In the stillness of this moment, I open my heart to You. I stand here, humbled by the vastness of Your love, the depth of Your grace, and the promise of Your salvation. I confess that I have lived apart from Your light, guided by my own limited sight, yet now I seek the truth that only comes from You.

Today, I take a step of faith, a journey towards a horizon filled with the hope and assurance found in Your Son, Jesus Christ. I believe that He lived, that He died for my sins, and that He rose again, defeating death so that I might have life everlasting.

With this belief, I dedicate my life to You. I lay down my past, my doubts, my fears, and I embrace the new creation I am in Christ. Baptize me with Your Holy Spirit, that I may be born again in spirit and in truth.

Teach me Your ways, O Lord, that I may walk in them. Plant my feet firmly upon the rock of Your unchanging word. Shape me, use me, fill me, that I might be a vessel for Your glory. Call me to use my gifts to multiply! 

In dedicating my life to You, I understand this is just the beginning. I am a seeker at the threshold of Your kingdom, a child ready to learn, to grow, and to love in the fullness of Your presence.

Thank You for calling me, for welcoming me into Your family, and for the gift of faith that is now mine. I give You my heart, my life, my all, from this day forward. In Jesus' name, I pray, Amen.

Prayer of Rededication

Heavenly Father, With a humble heart, I come before You, seeking the strength and courage to walk steadfastly on the path You have laid out for me. I acknowledge that at times I have wandered, driven by my own desires and distractions of the world. Yet, in Your boundless grace, You have never forsaken me.

Today, I reaffirm my faith in You, Lord. I believe in Your Son, Jesus Christ, who lived, died, and rose again for the forgiveness of my sins. I rededicate my life to You, to be a living testament of Your love and mercy. Fill me anew with Your Holy Spirit, that I may serve You with renewed purpose and unwavering faith.

Guide my thoughts, my actions, and my words, so that I may bring glory to Your name. Help me to love as You love, to forgive as You forgive, and to spread the light of Your presence wherever I go. May my life be a reflection of Your peace and hope.

Thank You for Your unfailing love and for the gift of redemption. I commit myself once more to You, my rock and my redeemer.