Questions About Faith?
Life is full of questions. Some are too important to ignore.
We all have faith in something. But what do you put your faith in? Has your faith ever been tested or disappointed? Have you ever wondered whether there's something you can trust completely? Someone who will never let you down?
Faith is more than simply believing something is true. It shapes how we live, where we turn for help, and what gives us hope for tomorrow.
At Momentum Ministries, we believe the greatest discovery you can make is a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or reconsidering what you've always believed, we invite you to explore some of life's most important questions.
Fleeing from harsh treatment, alone in the wilderness, frightened and uncertain about her future, Hagar encountered God. He found her and spoke to her. Overwhelmed by His attention, she said, “You are the God who sees me” (Genesis 16:13).
Have you ever wondered whether God knows you exist, or whether He cares about what you're going through?
Hagar discovered something remarkable: God sees us even when we feel forgotten. He knows our circumstances, our struggles, and our deepest needs.
Jesus said that God even knows the number of hairs on our heads (Matthew 10:30). That's how personally He cares for us!
You matter to God. And He wants you to know Him.
Two men, two failures, two outcomes. Judas betrayed Christ, and Peter denied knowing Him. Judas ran from Jesus and ultimately lost his soul. Peter returned to Jesus, who lovingly restored him (Matthew 27:3–5; John 21:15–17).
We all have things in our past we wish we could change. Sometimes our failures leave us wondering whether God could ever forgive us.
Peter's story reminds us that failure doesn't have to be the final chapter of our lives.
The Bible promises, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins” (1 John 1:9, ESV).
Your past doesn't have to determine your future. God's grace offers a new beginning.
John the Baptist realized that Jesus was more than a family member. Jesus was “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29, ESV).
John understood that Jesus had come to accomplish what no one else could do: take away the sin that separates us from God. As the Lamb of God, Jesus would offer Himself as the sacrifice for our sins, opening the way for us to be reconciled to God.
He accomplished this through His death on the cross and His resurrection from the dead (1 Corinthians 15:3–4).
Jesus came so that you could experience forgiveness, new life, and a personal relationship with God.
Jesus purposefully went to meet a woman whose life was filled with disappointment and broken relationships. When she came to draw water at the town well, Jesus offered her something far greater: “living water.” And then Jesus revealed something extraordinary: He was the promised Messiah (John 4).
Like that woman, we may spend years searching for something that will satisfy the deepest needs of our hearts.
Jesus offers more than religious knowledge or temporary satisfaction. He offers a personal relationship with God and the gift of eternal life.
We begin that relationship by turning from sin and placing our faith in Jesus Christ (John 1:12).
Would you like to discover how to begin that relationship?
Continue to: How Can I Know Jesus?
How Can I Know Jesus?
God loves you and invites you into a personal relationship with Him through Jesus Christ. How can you respond to His invitation?
A: Admit and Repent
Acknowledge that you have sinned and turn to God in repentance, seeking His forgiveness.
B: Believe and Receive
Believe that Jesus Christ died for your sins and rose again. Receive Him as your Savior and become a child of God.
C: Confess Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
Acknowledge your faith in Jesus Christ and confess Him as Lord of your life.
D: Dwell in Christ
Continue in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
What's Next?
Receiving Jesus Christ is the beginning of a wonderful relationship. As you dwell in Him, you learn to trust Him, obey His Word, and become more like Him. Your faith grows as you walk with Christ each day.
Here are seven important steps to help you begin your new life in Christ.
1. Tell Someone What Jesus Has Done for You
One of the first things you can do as a new Christian is tell someone about your decision to follow Jesus.
You don't need to know all the answers or understand everything about the Christian life. Simply share what has happened: you have placed your faith in Jesus Christ, received His forgiveness, and begun a new relationship with Him.
This is your testimony: the story of what Christ has done for you.
Jesus told a man whose life He had transformed:
“Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you.” (Mark 5:19, ESV)
2. Be Baptized
Baptism is an important step of obedience for those who have received Jesus Christ as Savior. It is a public declaration of your faith and a testimony to the new life you have received in Him.
Jesus said:
“Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved.” (Mark 16:16, ESV)
Baptism does not earn your salvation. Rather, it expresses your faith in the Christ who has saved you.
Jesus also instructed His followers to make disciples and baptize them (Matthew 28:19).
A local church can help you prepare for baptism and celebrate this important step in your Christian journey. We'll talk more about finding a church family in Step 6.
3. Talk with God Through Prayer
Prayer is simply communicating with God. Talk with Him honestly about your life, your needs, your concerns, and your gratitude. You can pray anytime, anywhere.
“Pray without ceasing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17, ESV)
4. Read the Bible
God speaks to us through His Word. Reading the Bible helps us discover who God is, understand His promises, and learn how to follow Jesus.
The Gospel of John is a wonderful place to begin.
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105, ESV)
5. Learn to Obey Jesus Christ
Following Jesus means allowing His teaching to shape your attitudes, decisions, and everyday life. Obedience is not how we earn God's love. It is how we respond to the love He has already shown us.
Jesus said:
“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” (John 14:15, ESV)
6. Connect with a Local Church
You were never meant to follow Jesus alone. Find a Bible-believing church where you can worship, learn, develop Christian friendships, and grow in your relationship with Christ.
Your church family can also help you prepare for baptism and encourage you as you take your first steps of faith.
“Not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another.” (Hebrews 10:25, ESV)
7. Share Your Faith with Others
We've come full circle! Your Christian journey began with a testimony about what Jesus has done for you. Now He calls you to live a life that continually bears witness to Him.
Being a witness is not just about saying something. It's about being something.
Your words matter, but so do your attitudes, actions, relationships, and everyday choices. As Christ transforms your life, others should be able to see His love reflected in you.
Look for opportunities to tell others about Jesus, but remember that your life itself should demonstrate the truth of what you believe.
Jesus said:
“You will be my witnesses.” (Acts 1:8, ESV)
Your journey with Christ has just begun. Keep walking with Him, one day at a time.
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