Harlan Norris
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Well, it's never to soon to embrace Jesus. The turbulent teenage years often generate doubts,as far as faith is concerned. I myself have only been a Christian for about three years. That empty feeling you have, is typical of those that have yet to accept Jesus. Time doesn't change this. Becomming a Christian is more than just simply asking Jesus into ones heart. A sincere desire to change one's life must be in the heart of any convert. A true Christian walk does change the whole man or woman. The battle between good and evil,goes on in the hearts of mankind. Honest faith in Jesus Christ,gives one the power to overcome, for the good. As a fifteen year old,your sins may be few. However they still exist. Whatever they are, they are enough to keep you out of heaven,without the covering Jesus provides. No one is without sin,which is defined as transgression of God's law. You are not alone in this. We are all, every one of us,sinners. Repentance, is therefore a requirement of salvation. So, a serious and honest self evaluation, of one's life, is a necessasary first step. This should produce in you, the sincere desire to change. This is why in alter calls,an Honest request for ones sins to be forgiven,comes before, the request for Jesus to enter one's heart. The truly repentant convert, will receive forgiveness. They will be born again,their sins blotted out. They begin a new life,lived for the gospel of Jesus. They hold to the two commandments Jesus gave. They are. Love God with all your heart and all your strength and all your mind,and love your neighbor as yourself. These are the law's we must obey as Christians. You will find that man's law is often in conflict with God's law. For this reason,one should diligently study the Bible,to be able to discern the difference. You cannot count on any other source. Even from the pulpit, you will be told to do as men say. Read first,the gospel of John. Then read the entire new testament from Matt; through Revelation. Pay close attention to the sermon on the mount. This is where Jesus,gives us his law. If your conversion is true, you will receive understanding from the Holy Spirit,as you read. Then by all means,Get Baptised. These are good times in which to become a Christian. This is a lifelong commitment. Faith in God and not man,is the key to success. Take it a day at a time and you will do well. God bless you.
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