Often, when you first become a Christian, you’re just starting to learn about your new faith and might not fully grasp the amazing implications of how your life is different now that you are saved and follow Jesus. Or, maybe you’re a mature believer discipling a new Christian and you need a simple way to communicate the impact salvation has on someone’s life. In this follow-up episode to What Does It Mean to Be a Christian, Jasmin talks about five things that change spiritually in your life once you put your faith in Jesus. See below for Bible verses and more study resources based on this conversation.
Episode Outline and Bible Verses
1. Your sins are forgiven.
- Acts 3:19
- Romans 3:9-26
- Romans 5:6-9
- Romans 8:1
2. You get a fresh start, and your life is changed.
- John 1:12-13
- John 3:1-8
- 2 Corinthians 5:17
- Ephesians 4:23-24
- Philippians 1:11
- Philippians 2:13
- Galatians 5:16-25
- Psalm 32:1-6
3. You become a friend of God.
- Romans 5:10-11
4. You have eternal life.
5. You join the family of believers.
See Season 1 Episode 1 show notes for more resources for new Christians.
LET’S TALK! What did you learn for the first time or what were you reminded of about what happens in your life once you become a follower Jesus? Discuss this episode in the comments below!
