Get To Know Jesus
At New City Church we believe that knowing Jesus Christ is the most important decision you can make in your life. Whether you're exploring Christianity for the first time or seeking to deepen your relationship with Him, we're here to walk alongside you on your journey of faith.
“For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures.”
— 1 Corinthians 15:3–4 (ESV)
What is the Gospel?
The word gospel simply means good news. It is the good news of what God has done for us through Jesus Christ.
Creation
You were created by God and for God.
God created the world good, and He created human beings to know Him, love Him, enjoy Him, and live under His good rule.
We were made in His image, with dignity, purpose, and a relationship with our Creator.
We were made for life with God.
The Fall
Humanity turned away from God’s rule and reign. Instead of trusting God and living according to His good design, we chose our own way.
The Bible calls this sin. Sin is more than making mistakes. It is our rebellion against God, and it has broken everything—our relationship with God, our relationships with one another, and even the world around us.
Scripture says that “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23). We cannot fix this problem ourselves.
Redemption
God did not leave us there. Because of His great love for us, God came to rescue us. Jesus Christ, the Son of God, entered our broken world. He lived the perfect life we have failed to live and willingly died on the cross for our sins. He took the judgment we deserved so that we could be forgiven and brought back to God.
Three days later, Jesus rose from the dead. His resurrection means that sin and death have been defeated and that Jesus truly is Lord. We don't earn this rescue by becoming better people or doing enough good things. Salvation is a gift of God's grace. Jesus invites us to turn from our sin and trust in Him.
Restoration
Jesus is making all things new.
Everyone who trusts in Jesus is given a new relationship with God, a new identity, a new family, and a new purpose. God begins restoring us now, changing us from the inside out through His Spirit.
And one day, Jesus will return. Sin, suffering, injustice, and death will finally be gone. God will fully restore His creation, and His people will live with Him forever.
That is the story of the gospel.
And you are invited into it.
Who Is Jesus?
Jesus is the center of the Christian faith.
He is not simply a religious teacher, moral example, or important historical figure. Jesus is God the Son, who became human to rescue us.
Jesus has always existed with God the Father and God the Holy Spirit. About 2,000 years ago, He entered human history, was born as a man, and lived among us.
He was fully God and fully human.
Jesus lived without sin. He loved the broken, welcomed outsiders, confronted hypocrisy, healed the sick, taught with authority, and showed us what God is like.
But Jesus came for more than teaching and miracles: He came to save.
Jesus willingly went to the cross, where He died in the place of sinners. He bore our sin and judgment so that everyone who trusts in Him can be forgiven and reconciled to God.
Then, three days later, Jesus physically rose from the dead. He is alive today!
Jesus is Lord and King, and the Bible teaches that one day He will return to make all things new.
Christianity ultimately isn't about trying harder to become a better person.
It's about Jesus—who He is, what He has done, and responding to His invitation to follow Him.
Jesus said:
“I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
— John 14:6
Why Follow Jesus?
Following Jesus is about more than just believing in Him; it's about surrendering your life to Him and experiencing His transformative power. When you follow Jesus, you discover purpose, hope, and joy that transcends circumstances. Jesus offers forgiveness for your past, power for your present, and hope for your future.
How To Become A Christian
Learn more about how to accept and follow Jesus.
Acknowledge Your Need
Recognize your need for a Savior and acknowledge that you are a sinner in need of God's forgiveness. (Romans 3:23)
Repent & Confess
Repent of your sins, turning away from a life lived apart from God, and confess Jesus as your Lord and Savior. (Acts 3:19)
Believe In Jesus
Believe that Jesus Christ died on the cross for your sins and rose from the dead, offering you eternal life and salvation. (John 3:16)
Receive Jesus
Invite Jesus into your heart and life, surrendering to His lordship and allowing Him to guide and transform you. (Revelation 3:20)
Follow Jesus
Commit to following Jesus as your Lord and Savior, seeking to live a life that honors and glorifies Him in all that you do. (Luke 9:23)
Ready To Follow Him?
If you’re compelled by this story and you’re ready to follow Jesus, let us know below so we can celebrate with you!
Take the Next Step
Baptism is the first significant step of obedience for a new Christian, where they publicly identify with Jesus, and display the story of what he’s done in their lives.
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