Step 1: For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. (Romans 3:23)

We have all sinned against God. No one deserves God's grace nor can anyone earn it.

Step 2: For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord. (Romans 6:23)

Our sinful nature keeps us separate from God and produces eternal death apart from Him. Fortunately, God provides us a way to eternal life with Him through the free gift of Jesus Christ!

Step 3: But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8)

God sent Jesus Christ, His only begotten Son, to die for our sins. The penalty for our sins was paid by the sacrifice of Christ.

Step 4: That 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. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. For, "Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved." (Romans 10:9-10 & 13)

It's really that simple. Pray this prayer and ask Jesus into your heart:

"Dear Jesus, I confess that I am a sinner and that I need you to be my Savior. I accept the sacrifice you made for me and ask you to come into my heart. Thank you for washing away my sins and giving me eternal life."

Congratulations and welcome to the Family of God!