This book is inspired by Matthew 28:18–20, the command of our Lord Jesus (Yeshua) the
Christ—God revealed in the flesh:
Matthew 28:18–20 (ESV)“All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go
therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the
Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And
behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Our journey as Christians begins when we believe in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Let
me break it down.
In the beginning, God created man and woman in His image and likeness to live in holiness
and fellowship with Him. Being made in His image means that we reflect aspects of His nature
—we are not God, but we were created to represent Him.
Page 6But sin entered when humanity chose to disobey God, desiring to be like Him on their own
terms rather than trusting Him (Genesis 3:5–6). But despite of this rebellion, although God is just
and holy and cannot tolerate sin and that sin should result in death; He is also a loving, merciful
and gracious.
These natures cannot be separated from God. It is Who He is. Because of this nature, God had
already planned redemption even before sin entered the world because He already saw this
before it happened because He is also an all knowing God.
At the appointed time, God sent the Savior—Jesus Christ (Yeshua), the Word of God made
flesh (John 1:1, 14), God revealed in flesh. He became fully human to save us. God is just, and
His word cannot fail—sin results in death (Genesis 2:17). Therefore, salvation required that
justice be satisfied.
Out of love, God did not spare His own Son but gave Him for us (Romans 8:32). Jesus bore
the wrath that we deserved so that we might be saved. At the cross, the justice and love of God
met perfectly (Romans 3:25–26).
The good news is this: all who believe in Jesus Christ—His death, resurrection, and lordship
—are given the right to become children of God (John 1:12).
Because He lives,: Our sins are forgiven, our relationship with God is restored, our future is
secure, death is no longer the end
When Christ returns, we will receive new bodies—free from sin, pain, and death—and dwell
with Him forever (Revelation 21:4). God is restoring His original purpose: that we live with Him
as His people in His presence.
Even now, God calls people to return to Him—no matter their past. Like the father in the
parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11–32), He receives those who come back with humility
and repentance.
If you or others feel unworthy, distant, or unable to approach God, understand this:There is no
condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1).
Condemnation pushes us away from God, but conviction by the Holy Spirit draws us back to
Him. Conviction reveals sin and leads us to repentance—turning away from sin and returning to
God, who forgives, cleanses, heals, and transforms us. Conviction leads to life and obedience.
Condemnation leads to despair.
Obedience is the fruit of faith. Just as a loving child desires to please their parent, we obey
God not out of fear, but out of love. God remains loving, merciful, and gracious. He knows our
weakness and calls us to return to Him when we fail.
Page 7We must rely on God and not on ourselves. True transformation comes not by human effort,
but by the Holy Spirit. Scripture teaches that when we believe, we are given a new heart and new
life (Ezekiel 36:26; 2 Corinthians 5:17), and our minds are continually renewed (Romans 12:2).
On our own, we cannot change. Only God can change us so depend on Him.
Salvation:
It is necessary to understand salvation because it is foundational to the Christian life. Before
Christ, we were under sin: Romans 3:23 (ESV) — “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory
of God.” Sin separates us from God: Isaiah 59:2 (ESV) — “Your iniquities have made a
separation between you and your God.”
The consequence of sin is death: Romans 6:23 (ESV) — “For the wages of sin is death, but
the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” God, in His foreknowledge and love,
provided a way of salvation through Jesus Christ, the Word of God, our creator revealed in flesh.
He died in our place, bearing our sins and satisfying God’s justice. His blood was the perfect
sacrifice once and for all (Hebrews 10:10).
Jesus rose from the dead on the third day, triumphing over sin and death. He appeared to
many witnesses and ascended into heaven, where He now sits at the right hand of the Father.
Salvation is received by faith: Romans 10:9 (ESV) — “If you confess with your mouth that
Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”
John 3:16–18 (ESV) reminds us that whoever believes in Him is not condemned. We are saved
by grace, not by works: Ephesians 2:8–10 (ESV) — “For by grace you have been saved through
faith… not a result of works…”
Yet true faith produces obedience: John 14:15 (ESV) — “If you love me, you will keep my
commandments.” Though we still struggle with sin, we have an Advocate: 1 John 2:1 (ESV) —
“We have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.” And forgiveness is always
available:1 John 1:9 (ESV) — “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive…”
However, we are not to live in habitual sin. A life of ongoing, unrepentant sin calls for self-
examination (1 John 1:6). True obedience is a fruit of our dependence on Him. Trusting
Him(Jesus) that He will change us.
God dwells in us through the Holy Spirit, who guides, teaches, strengthens, and leads us into
obedience. Jesus Christ is now seated at the right hand of the Father and will return to judge the
living and the dead (2 Thessalonians 1:7–10).
Therefore, seek Him. Pray. Ask for a heart fully devoted to Him. Walk in the Spirit. Study the
Scriptures—especially the Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—where the life and
teachings of Jesus are revealed.
Reading the Bible is a lifelong journey. We continue learning until the day we see Him face to
face and dwell in His presence forever.
