So You Re Born Again Now What

Man has a problem and God has an answer in Christ. How the do we respond? Dr. Graham gives the answer in simple, direct, and dynamic language. But he does not stop with the moment of the new birth, for newborns have a lot of growing to do. Here also is essential guidance to take them further, for they can scarcely realize so soon the potential of the new power God can release from deep within them. How to Be Born Again is at once universal and personal, for the new Christian and for the Christian along the way – an irresistible primer for finding salvation, a guidebook for continuing growth.

This is a book you will come back to again and again for simple guidance. In its easy-to-read, easy-to-understand language, it guides all believers but especially, the new believer and those in their infancy stages on their journey through kingdom living and eventually to a personal relationship with God. Understanding that we go through our own journey to help others with theirs, the author has passed on gems of wisdom from her own life to the reader. As a result, the believer avoids wasted time searching in the dark for answers. Karen Wilson Vatel is an author, a mentor and an inventor. After leaving the corporate cultures of Wall Street and Washington DC where she had been employed for almost 20 years as an executive assistant and office manager she wrote her first book. After years of mentoring others on developing a personal relationship with God, she recognized there is a general need for simple guidance on achieving this goal. As a result, this book was birth out of her desire to mentor those in their infancy stages of growing in relationship with God. Born in Trinidad and raised in New York, she enjoys theatre and the arts, loves animals and ladybugs and currently resides in Laurel, Maryland with her cat Mr. Jazz.

When Jesus said to the Jewish leader Nicodemus, "You must be born again," Nicodemus asked in astonishment, "How can these things be?" Some two thousand years later, people are still confused about the term "born again," though more people than ever claim to have had the experience. In this booklet, Dr. R.C. Sproul cuts through the confusion and carefully explains what it means to be born again. Dr. Sproul affirms that the new birth is essential for salvation and goes on to show that this regeneration is a sovereign work of God in our hearts. The Crucial Questions booklet series by Dr. R.C. Sproul offers succinct answers to important questions often asked by Christians and thoughtful inquirers.

When a person becomes born again or is born of the Spirit, they are in the family of God. You are a child of the Most High God-a child of the king! You become a citizen of the kingdom of God. The kingdom is not a place you can join; you must be born into it. Just as a natural father seeds a newborn in a mother's natural life, so it is in the Spirit that we are the seed of our Heavenly Father, who is Spirit. Your flesh is not born again; your Spirit and soul are. This fleshly body is destined to die once; after death is the judgment. The power of being born again is that we get to judge ourselves when we are filled with God's Spirit; it doesn't matter what people think about us. It's what God knows about you and what you must know about yourself...you are born again! No matter the sins or mistakes you have made in the past, the miracle of being born again is that God no longer remembers them. You are given a new and clean slate in the spirit world. Being born again does not mean you will not make mistakes, but we are no longer reckless, irresponsible, or lawless in doing evil. Understanding you are a new creation, old things are passed away, and all things become new. Here are a few to know as a new Believer: Repenting for your sins means acknowledging your sinful nature and avoiding harmful behaviors and attitudes. Decide to change and make Jesus the Lord of your life. Believe in Jesus Christ- Accept that Jesus died on the cross to pay for your sins and rose again from the dead. Have faith that you can be forgiven and have eternal life through his sacrifice. Confess your faith- Openly declare your belief in Jesus by saying, "I confess with my mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in my heart that God raised him from the dead. Be baptized-Baptizing by immersion symbolizes your death to sin and new life in Christ. It is an outward expression of your inner commitment. Read and study the Bible- The Bible guides living as a Christian. Set aside time to read it daily and apply its teaching. Worship and fellowship-Find a Bible-Believing Church and attend services to worship God and connect with other believers. Fellowship helps you grow spiritually, and you should never forget to serve others. Pray-Talk to God regularly to develop a consistent prayer life. Pray for guidance and strength, and share the gospel. Witness to others- Tell others about your faith in Jesus, what he has done in your faith in Jesus, and what he has done in your life. Share the good news of salvation and the kingdom New life in Christ-Experiencing spiritual rebirth and a new relationship with God Seeking to follow Jesus- Living for Christ and His purposes rather than self. Eternal life- Knowing you have the gift of salvation and will spend eternity with God The Born Again experience brings a new spiritual birth and transformed life. It is a lifelong journey of growth in Jesus Christ. Are you ready to tap into the power of the Holy Spirit and become a Born-Again Believer? This book is about those who have taken the step to being a Born Again Christian and even some who have been a Christian for a long time. Discover the revelations of Jesus Christ and who we are in God with "Born Again, Now What Jesus?" This book will empower you to take control of your life and become a ruler of righteousness, not a follower of anything contrary to the will of God. Now that you are Born Again, you become the "What" of God in this world and the kingdom. Let us inspire and uplift those who have chosen to follow Jesus Christ by embodying the love and support they need to thrive in their journey. Together, we can create a community of compassion and encouragement that empowers us all to live a life of purpose and fulfillment.

Christianity is all about growth. Just as physical newborns must grow and develop, spiritual newborns must develop skills for functioning and growing in the Body of Christ. Too often, though, they receive little, if any, assistance to ensure that spiritual growth. This study encourages and assists spiritual babes through those first, critical stages of development.

Does God Have a Perfect Will for Your Life? Does God have a perfect will for each Christian? Can you be absolutely certain of God’s specific will for your life? In this expanded twenty-fifth anniversary edition of his highly acclaimed work, Garry Friesen examines the prevalent view on God’s will today and provides a sound biblical alternative to the traditional teaching of how God guides us. This new edition includes these helpful resources: • Study guide for small groups • Responses to Frequently Asked Questions • Guide to painless Scripture memorization Friesen tackles the very practical issues of choosing a mate, picking a career, and giving in this fresh and liberating approach to decision making and the will of God. Story Behind the Book Most Christians have been taught how to find God’s will, yet many are still unsure whether they’ve found it. God does guide His people, but the question is, “How does He guide?” After “putting out a fleece” to decide which college to attend, Garry Friesen began pondering why it was so hard to find God’s will when he had so sincerely sought it. Was he the only one who did not have 100 percent clarity for every decision? Then a new possibility struck—perhaps his understanding of the nature of God’s will was biblically deficient. Maybe there was a better way to understand HOW God guides.

Have you ever asked yourself what changed when you were "born again?" You look in the mirror and see the same reflection - your body hasn't changed. You find yourself acting the same and yielding to those same old temptations - that didn't seem to change either. So you wonder, Has anything really changed? The correct answer to that question is foundational for receiving from God. If you lack this basic understanding, you'll forever ask yourself doubt-filled questions like: "How could God love somebody like me?" and "How can I possibly expect to receive anything from the Lord? I don't deserve it, I'm not good enough!" Spirit, Soul, and Body will help you eliminate those and other doubt-filled questions that destroy your faith. If you have trouble receiving from God, this is a must-read!