Adrian Rogers: Why the Cross - RA2189

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WHY THE CROSS: The cradle and the crucifixion are inextricably woven. Why did Jesus have to die? Why couldn't God just say "I forgive you." Adrian Rogers looks at God's Word and explains … why the cross. -- How to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ ADMIT YOUR SIN: Sin separates us from God. The Bible says, "All have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." (Romans 3:23) The only way back to God is through His Son, Jesus Christ. ABANDON SELF-EFFORT: If we could save ourselves, Jesus didn't have to die! Salvation is by God's grace alone. "For by grace are you saved through faith; and that not of yourselves; it is a gift of God; not of works, lest any man should boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9) ACKNOWLEDGE CHRIST'S PAYMENT: Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died for your sins. "But God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8) Jesus died in your place and your sin debt has been paid for by, "The blood of Jesus Christ." (1John 1:7) ACCEPT CHRIST AS SAVIOR: Put your faith in Jesus Christ and Him alone for your salvation. Receive Him by faith. The Bible says, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved." (Acts 16:31) Jesus said, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life; no man cometh unto the Father but by Me." (John 14:6) OFFER THIS PRAY TO GOD TODAY: Heavenly Father, I'm a sinner, I'm lost and I need to be saved. I know I can't save myself. I trust You to save me. Come into heart, forgive my sin and save me. I give you my life, I don't look for a sign or ask for a feeling; I trust only in You to save me. Begin now to make me the person You want me to be. Help me never to be ashamed of You. Thank You for saving me, Jesus. In Your name I pray, Amen. If you sincerely make this your heartfelt prayer, God will save you! And you will be eternally grateful that you discovered Jesus Christ; God's greatest Love worth finding. _ If you would like more information please visit these following websites: Website: http://www.lwf.org/ Audio Messages: http://www.oneplace.com/ministries/lo... Video Messages: http://www.lightsource.com/ministry/l... _ Love Worth Finding's Mission Statement OUR PURPOSE: To bring people to Christ and mature them in the faith. OUR PROGRAM: To publish and broadcast biblical truth maintaining a balance of compassion and conviction. OUR PROMISE: To serve with absolute financial and moral integrity and open accountability. If you believe in what God has called LWF to do, we invite you to help us proclaim God's truth. Our prayer is that you will join with us in running the race and in broadcasting the Good News that Jesus Christ is truly the greatest Love worth finding. _ Write us: Love Worth Finding Ministries P.O. Box 38300 Memphis, TN 38183-0300 Call us: Phone: (901) 382-7900 (8:00 am - 4:45 pm CT) Toll-free phone for orders, donations, or questions: 1-800-274-5683 - *YouTube is a free video and audio streaming service which may utilize ads that Love Worth Finding Ministries neither controls, nor endorses. *For press or copyright information please contact us using the information above.

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