Yes. According to God’s Word, every person lives forever. When we die, we don’t just rot in the ground or fade into nothingness. We will either spend eternity in the presence of God or eternally separated from Him.

Hebrews 9:27 – "And just as it is appointed for people to die once—and after this, judgment."
Matthew 25:46 – "These will go away into eternal punishment, but the righteous into eternal life."

Eternal separation from God is what the Bible calls Hell. Eternal life with God is called Heaven. These are not symbolic—they are real. But more than geography, they represent two destinies: one with God, one without Him.

This is not something we can delay or avoid. Every one of us must face eternity—and the decision must be made in this life.

Because of sin.

Sin isn’t just “bad stuff” we do—it’s rejecting God’s rule over our lives. It’s living for ourselves instead of for Him. The Bible says that all have sinned—no one escapes this problem.

Romans 3:23 – "For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God."
Isaiah 59:2 – "But your iniquities are separating you from your God, and your sins have hidden his face from you so that he does not listen."

Sin separates us from a holy and perfect God. It’s not just a barrier in this life—it carries eternal consequences.

Romans 6:23a – "For the wages of sin is death…"

If sin is never dealt with, that separation becomes eternal.

God sent His Son, Jesus.

Jesus Christ lived the life we could never live—perfect, sinless, completely obedient to God. Then He took our place, bearing the full weight of sin’s punishment on the cross. He didn’t die for His own guilt—He died for ours.

1 Peter 2:24 – "He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that, having died to sins, we might live for righteousness."
1 Corinthians 15:3–4 – "Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures… he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures."

Because of Jesus, the way to be reconciled to God—to be saved—is open.

Salvation means your sins are forgiven, your relationship with God is restored, and your eternity is secured. But it’s not automatic—it requires a response.

Here’s what Scripture says:

1. Recognize your sin
Acknowledge that you have sinned and cannot save yourself.
– Romans 3:23
– Romans 6:23

2. Believe in Jesus
Trust that He is the Son of God, that He lived perfectly, died for your sins, and rose again.
– Acts 16:31 – "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved."
– Romans 5:8 – "God proves his own love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us."

3. Confess Him as Lord
This means more than saying “Jesus is Lord”—it means surrendering your life to His leadership. You live for Him now.

Romans 10:9 – "If you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved."

Confessing Jesus as Lord means two things:
– You publicly declare that Jesus is the Son of God who saves.
– You surrender your life to Him. He’s not just your Savior—He’s your King.

No. If you’ve truly placed your faith in Jesus, your salvation is secure. It wasn’t based on your goodness to begin with—so it isn’t lost by your weakness. God holds you firmly in His hand.

John 10:28 – "I give them eternal life, and they will never perish. No one will snatch them out of my hand."
Romans 8:1 – "There is now no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus."

Salvation is not a temporary feeling—it’s an eternal change. True believers may struggle at times, but they are kept by the power of God, not their own performance.

When you place your faith in Jesus, you become a new creation. The old you—ruled by sin—is gone. You now walk in a new identity and a new purpose.

2 Corinthians 5:17 – "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has passed away, and see, the new has come!"

This doesn’t mean you’ll be perfect. But it does mean your life will start to change. You’ll have new desires—like knowing God, obeying His Word, and loving others. And the Holy Spirit will live inside you, helping you grow.

You’ll want to:
– Read your Bible and learn what God says
– Be part of a church where you can grow and serve
– Share the good news with others
– Turn away from sin and walk in holiness

You’re not just forgiven—you’re made new. And God has a purpose for you as you live for Him.

If you're realizing that you need Jesus, we would love to help you take the next step. Whether you’re ready to place your faith in Christ or still have questions, we’re here for you.

Contact Us:

email: office@trinitybaptistog.com

Phone: (318) 428-2065

In Person: 1002 W. Main St, Oak Grove, LA 71263