New Believer
Growing Strong In jesus
If you’ve recently placed your faith in Jesus, that is the beginning of a new life with God. Use this a guide for building strong habits that help you grow in faith, joy, and relationship with Jesus.
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- Get a Bible (A study bible is helpful to explain what you are reading)
- Read the Bible consistently. Start with the Gospel of John to begin learning Jesus’ life and teaching.
- Pray…Talk to God every day. (Matthew 6:9) Acknowledge Who He is, Thank Him, Forgive, Ask for Help and Protection, Forgive, and be honest about what you’re feeling and facing.
- Join a Bible-believing church. Worship, teaching, and community help your faith take root.
- Get baptized (if you haven’t yet). After receiving Christ as your Savior get Baptized as a public step of obedience that identifies you with Jesus.
- Do what you already know to do. Obedience strengthens faith (forgiving others, telling the truth, living with integrity, turning from sin).
- Build friendships with other believers. Find a small group or Bible study where you can ask questions and be encouraged.
- Confess sin quickly and receive God’s forgiveness. When you fail, turn back to God—don’t hide. He forgives and helps you grow.
- Learn the basics of the faith. Ask someone to help you understand salvation, grace, repentance, the Holy Spirit, and how to read Scripture.
- Serve others. Look for simple ways to help at church or in the community to care for people—faith grows through practice.
- Share your story. You don’t need all the answers. Tell others what Jesus has done in your life and invite them to learn more.
A Simple Starter Bible Plan
- Week 1–2: John
- Week 3: Mark
- Week 4: Acts (chapters 1–10 to start)
- Then: Ephesians or Philippians
Next Steps (This Week)
- Set a daily time (even 10 minutes) for prayer and Bible reading.
- Attend a church service and introduce yourself to a pastor/leader; ask about baptism and small groups.
- Write down 2–3 questions you have about faith and ask a mature believer to help you.
- Choose one clear step of obedience God is calling you to take—and take it.