New to following Jesus
You have just said yes, or are coming back to Him.
If you have just said yes to Jesus — or you are coming back to Him — welcome. The first weeks matter, and you do not have to work it all out alone.
These guides walk through the basics every new believer needs: how to read the Bible, how to pray in ordinary words, what baptism is, how to find a healthy church, and what is now true of you in Christ.
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GuideFirst Steps With Jesus
A free seven-day guide to grace, prayer, the Bible, church, baptism and telling your story. Saves your progress.
Articles
9 articles Article 8 min readWho Is the Holy Spirit (and What Does He Do?)
The Holy Spirit isn't a force or a feeling — He's God, present with every believer. Who He is, what He does, the fruit and gifts He gives, and how to walk with Him.
Article 9 min readHow to Disciple Someone: A Simple, Practical Guide for Ordinary Christians
Discipleship isn't a program — it's helping someone follow Jesus by doing life with them. What it means, a simple weekly rhythm, what to read together and how to help them disciple others.
Article 8 min readHow to Lead a Simple Bible Study (Even If You've Never Led One)
A simple, repeatable way to lead a Bible study with friends, a small group or someone exploring faith — the Discovery Bible Study questions, how to start, and what to avoid.
Article 7 min readHow to Find a Good Church: What to Look For (and What Matters Less)
New to faith or new to town? What to look for in a church, questions to ask, what matters less than you think, and how to actually get connected.
Article 7 min readWhat Is Grace? The Meaning of God's Grace in Plain Words
Grace is God giving us what we could never earn. What it means, the key Bible verses, how it's different from mercy, and how it changes the way we live.
Article 7 min readHow to Read the Bible for the First Time
You do not have to start at Genesis or understand every verse. Here is a one-chapter-a-day way into the Gospel of John, and three questions that keep the reading honest.
Article 7 min readWhat Is Baptism? A Plain Answer
Baptism does not earn salvation. It is the public way Jesus told His followers to identify with His death and resurrection — and why a new believer should not put it off forever.
Article 7 min readWhat to Do After Accepting Jesus: Your First Steps
You said yes to Jesus. What comes next? A clear, grace-filled path into Scripture, prayer, church community, baptism, and a life that keeps growing.
Article 6 min readWho You Are in Christ (Read This on the Hard Days)
Before you do another thing for God, know what's already true of you. Nine identity statements from Scripture, for the days you don't feel it.
Questions people ask
What should I do first after accepting Jesus?
Tell another Christian, start reading the Gospel of John a chapter at a time, pray honestly, and find a local church. The free seven-day First Steps With Jesus guide walks you through it.
Do I need to be baptized?
Baptism is a public step of obedience that follows faith; it does not earn salvation. Talk to a local church about being baptized.
Where do I start reading the Bible?
The Gospel of John, one chapter a day, rather than starting at Genesis.
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