Why isn't it enough to say "Yes I believe that Jesus is the son of God"?

You have done all you need to do. All the rest was done by him two thasand years ago. So many (meaning well) bring people out of slavery to sin to only inslave them with their dogma and rituals. You have been set free don't become a slave again, just read and ask God for understanding, not man. The words of Man are empty, the words of God are eternal. Give your life over? You don't give your life to God, God GAVE his life for you, Compulsery changes are not needed, as your understanding grows and your faith your atitudes will change by themselves. Don't let anyone even a "Christian" steal your peice from you. It is writen If you believe in your heart and confess with your mouth you shal be saved period, it doesn't say afterwards and thugh must atend church every sunday and wenday, and twice on friday, and though shall have a miserable life with no fun and happiness. Jesus set you free not this person, not any church, You are not obligated to no man, Peice be with you.

Shes right and wrong. All to many christians get legalistic against others to exalt themselves which is wrong. ANyway, im happy you answered the door for Jesus. Welcome to the family! What i think she was trying to say, is merely aknowledging Jesus and what he did is only the first step. There is no shouting from the rooftops, unless you just feel you have to. What Our lord wants from us is a personal relashonship of trust and love. We must ask to recieve. Jesus would prefer you spen you and him time, thats key. A crucial step is to not only acknowledge Jesus, but ask him to come into your life, to guide you and strengthen you as you grow. Not all of us are the same, God doesnt expect each of his children to have the same walk, we are all differant with differant responsibilities in the body of Christ. over time you will start to change menatally and spiritually, this is natural. Why? becuase you will no longer belong to the world but to Jesus. You have to put a little effort into it, but as you grow close to Christ the things of this world will become less important to you, you will find a peice that nothing on earth can give you. while quiet time in prayer are great ways to commune with the lord, you can speak to him anytime you want, just say it or think it, remember only God can hear your thoughts. Ever wonder what your concience is? that voice that isnt quite yours that tells you right and wrong? or occasionally sends words of comfort? Thats the lord reaching out to you. Head his call. Over time you will be able to hear his whisper in the storm much easier and communicate back with ease. It takes time to grow as all things do. I hope some of this clarifies things for you, i have much more info but i dont wanna drag this post out you can pm me anytime. God Bless! "those who kneel before the lord can stand up to anything"

First of all, congratulations and welcome. I think what your friend is trying to get across is that simply acknowledging that Jesus is the Son of God, while necessary, is not sufficient. The Bible points out that even demons believe, and tremble. Beyond simply believing in who Jesus is, the next step is to give your life over to him. That means learning to see the world the way He does, learning to follow His instructions and teachings. It sounds like you are on your way, and maybe you've already done so, but just keep on and don't lose heart. Remember that these people want what's best for you. Just press on, keep learning, keep growing. Christ be with you!

People put to much religious things into serving Jesus. Jesus do not want us to do religious thong or rituals. All He want is for us to have a personal relationship with Him, to love Him, spend time with Him. Talk to Him daily and just tell Him you love him. That's all, prayer is is talking to Jesus like your talking to your spouse or someone else. The best time I get with Him is when I'm out walking or doing something around the house, sometimes I talk to Him other times I pout in praise music and just sing to Him. It makes you a much happier person for doing this. There is a lady on TV that teaches a lot about a personal relationship with Jesus, Her name is Joyce Meyer. She is on about the the church channels.

I think she means is you can give also all your worries and cares to him.Everything you have you can give.People say Jesus is the truth the way and the lifepeople get that thing a little bit wrong.They think he's the only way. It's not the whole truth.People who are raise as a christian now it already.But the bible also says seek and thou will find.So coing back to i'm the way the truth and the lie.If you want to find God than Jesus is the way because he 's the one who is the most closest to God.You don't have to change your personality you just need tio live your life in a Good way. You can accept in a quiet way because everyone does it in a different way. Some people do evangelism some don't.

It's a big step of acknowleding Jesus as son of God, and accept Him as the Lord and saviours. What I think the woman wanted to tell you is taht many believers of Jesus, but they don't follow His step and living in His way. It's like if you acknowledge a girl as your lover and said you love her, but you never spend time with her, giving her attention, always do what's bad and she doesn't like, could this mean that you love her? I think she's saying about to love the Lord, and it needs a relationship. The essence in Christianity is not only out ID shows it or we go to church every Sunday, but more about our relationship with God (praying, worshipping, reading bible; with heart of course) and relationship with people around us. anything we do but if not from heart, it doesn't mean anything. "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for men" Col 3:23

it really isnt enough to say it becasue action speaks louder than words. we need to speak, but moreover, we need to put our sayings in action. it is all worthless to say that we believe in God if we spend our 24 hours killing fellows and shoplifting, isn't it? but of course, we need not to climb mount everest to prove it. we need not to test God and his divine providence. All we need to possess is a clean heart pure of pur belief and love for him.

What you are going through this time is just a part of growing up as a Christian. I know that you will grow steadfastly with the grace of God. I just want to share this thought to you. When Jesus said to "believe" on Him, He was saying we should have faith in Him, in the same way you would trust a parachute to save you when you jump from a plane. You don't merely believe in the parachute - YOU HAVE TO PUT IT ON. Please don't "jump" without Jesus.

Oh dear, you sound so flustered! Don't worry about what Christians expect from you! They are just human like you and anyone else. I think this woman was trying to help you but either there was a misunderstanding or she was maybe a little overzealous. To give her the benefit of the doubt, maybe she was just excited for you and so tried to give you more than you were ready to learn just at that time. I'm sure someone better at this than me will come along because though I was raised Catholic I have chosen a non-Christian faith. I try to be understanding of all religions though. You could always just ask her or someone else you're comfy with what she meant. Maybe she just meant that now that you accept that Jesus is the son of God you can put things in His hands, that you don't have to worry because He is always there. You don't have to change your personality or declare it for the world to hear. Just concentrate on asking yourself what Jesus would want you to do according to what you've learned from the Bible, church, your own understanding of all that you've learned. I'm sure a church leader, bible study group, or something like that could help you in your learning more. Just don't panic! This is supposed to be uplifting, inspiring, joyful, and comforting. If it's causing you stress it's time to take a deep breath and ask for guidance.