Dear Friend, Welcome!
I’m so glad you are here. You will be truly blessed because God loves you deeply. He knows you by name, and you are very important to Him.
You have called out to Jesus for salvation, repented, and believe that Jesus is God’s Son who gave His life for you so your sins could be forgiven. You are now reconciled to God—you are His child! God wants you to know what it means to be His child. That’s why He gave Jesus—who did everything necessary so God could have you back as His own. He loves you!
You can now know God as your loving Father.
God’s invitation is for everyone—Jew and Gentile, from every nation and background.
I have written this to help you grow in your relationship with God—your loving Father, with Jesus, and with the wonderful Holy Spirit. You are now part of God’s family. You belong!
— Nico Saaiman
This Guide
This study is designed to help you understand what it truly means to be saved—born again—and how to walk in obedience to God as you grow in your new identity and life in Christ.
“You will grow deeper in your walk with God through discipleship at a loving, Bible-believing church—”It is crucial to be part of a Bible-based church that stands firmly on God’s Word without compromise. As a believer, you are now part of God’s family—loved, accepted, and called to grow together with others in His truth.”
What happened:
God loved you so much that even when you were lost in sin, He sent Jesus to die for you and make you alive again.
Who you were:
You were separated from God, spiritually dead, following your own sinful desires, and under God’s judgment.
Who you are now:
Because of Jesus, you are alive spiritually, forgiven, and now guided by the Holy Spirit. You belong to God’s family and have God’s power to live for Him—a new life full of purpose.
My Life Is Surrendered to Jesus — What Are the Next Steps?
Here are key steps to help you grow in your new life of faith and obedience:
- Be Baptised in Water
- Read the Bible Daily
- Pray and Talk to God Regularly
- Get Connected to a Bible-Believing Church
- Be Filled with the Holy Spirit
- Tell Others About Jesus
- Turn Away from Sinful Habits
Understanding Your New Life and Identity – The New You!
When you gave your life to Jesus, everything changed. Here is what God’s Word says about your new identity:
Read:
- John 1:12 — “Yet to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God.”
➤ You are now a child of God. - Ephesians 1:7 — “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.”
➤ You are forgiven and redeemed. - Romans 8:1 — “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”
➤ You are no longer condemned.
Reflect:
- What has changed now that you’re “in Christ”?
- How does your identity affect the way you live?
1. Water Baptism – A Step of Obedience
Water baptism is a public declaration of your faith in Jesus Christ. It is an outward symbol of the inward change that has taken place in your heart. When you are baptized, you identify with Jesus in His death, burial, and resurrection. It is an important step of obedience that follows salvation—not a requirement for salvation, but a powerful testimony that you now belong to Christ.
“Repent, and let every one of you be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins…”
—Acts 2:38
“Or do you not know that as many of us as were baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into His death? Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead… even so we also should walk in newness of life.”
—Romans 6:3–4
Key Points:
- Baptism is for believers—after you’ve put your faith in Jesus.
- It symbolizes dying to your old life and rising to a new life in Christ.
- It is a joyful, public step that shows your commitment to follow Jesus.
If you haven’t yet been baptized in water, talk to your pastor or spiritual leader and take this important step in your journey of faith and obedience.
2. Feeding on God’s Word
Read:
- 1 Peter 2:2 — Crave spiritual milk
- Psalm 119:105 — God’s Word is our light
- 2 Timothy 3:16–17 — Scripture trains and equips us
Notes:
(Write your thoughts here.)
Challenge:
Start a reading plan, such as the Gospel of John or Psalms and Proverbs.
3. Prayer and Relationship with God
Read:
- Matthew 6:6 — Pray in secret
- 1 Thessalonians 5:17 — Pray without ceasing
- Philippians 4:6–7 — Don’t worry, pray
Reflect:
- What does prayer mean to you now?
- Do you talk to God like a Father or still like a stranger?
Activity:
Write a personal prayer thanking God for your salvation.
4. Discipleship and Community
Read:
- Matthew 28:19–20 — Make disciples
- Hebrews 10:24–25 — Don’t neglect meeting together
- Proverbs 27:17 — Iron sharpens iron
Reflect:
- Are you connected to a church or small group?
- Who is helping you grow, and who are you helping?
Action Step:
Find a spiritual mentor or accountability partner.
5. Baptism and Public Faith
Baptism is a public declaration of your faith, symbolizing dying to your old life and rising to new life in Christ.
Read:
- Acts 2:38 — Repent and be baptized
- Romans 6:3–4 — Buried and raised with Christ
Reflect:
- Have you been baptized since believing in Christ?
- Why is baptism a powerful testimony?
Baptism in the Holy Spirit
Read:
- Acts 1:5 — “You will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”
- Acts 2:1–4 — Filled with the Spirit and spoke in tongues
- Acts 10:44–46 — The Spirit poured out on Gentiles
- Acts 19:6 — The Spirit came on believers
- Luke 24:49 — Be clothed with power from on high
- 1 Corinthians 12:13 — Baptized by one Spirit into one body
- Ephesians 5:18 — Be filled with the Spirit
6. Walking in the Spirit
Live daily guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Read:
- Galatians 5:16–25 — Walk by the Spirit, bear fruit
- Romans 8:14 — Led by the Spirit as God’s children
- John 14:26 — The Spirit teaches and reminds
Reflect:
- How do you recognize the Spirit’s leading?
- What fruit of the Spirit is growing in your life?
7. Living as a Witness
You are called to be the light and share your faith boldly.
Read:
- Matthew 5:14–16 — Be the light of the world
- Acts 1:8 — Receive power to be witnesses
- 1 Peter 3:15 — Be ready to give an answer
Reflect:
- Who needs to hear your story?
- What holds you back from sharing Jesus?
Challenge:
Share your testimony with one person this week.
8. Living for Eternity
Live with the hope and expectation of Jesus’ return and the eternal life He promises.
Read:
- Mark 13:33 — Be ready
- 1 Thessalonians 4:16–18 — Christ will return
- Revelation 21:4 — New heaven and earth
Reflect:
- How does eternity shape your daily choices?
- What are you living for?
Summary Chart
| Old Life | New Life in Christ |
| Separated from God | Reconciled to God (Romans 5:10) |
| Spiritually dead | Spiritually alive (Ephesians 2:1–5) |
| Controlled by sin | Empowered by the Spirit (Romans 6) |
| No purpose | Called and sent (2 Timothy 1:9) |
Final Encouragement
You are not alone. You are loved, chosen, and equipped to live for Jesus. Keep growing, keep asking, and keep following Him.
Philippians 1:6
“He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”