Becoming a Christian

Welcome! Whether you’ve stumbled upon this page by chance, or we’ve connected during one of my speaking engagements, in a personal conversation, or through something I’ve written, I’m glad you’re here. Thank you for taking the time to explore more about Christianity via this page.

If you’ve been exploring faith for some time, or if something in our interaction or on this website stirred a curiosity within you, I invite you to delve deeper.

Life can feel chaotic and broken because of our sin. But God, in His love, offers us forgiveness and a renewed purpose through His Son, Jesus Christ. Jesus died on the cross, bearing the penalty for our sins, and rose again to give us victory over death. My hope and prayer are that you would come to know Jesus as your Lord and Saviour and begin your journey with Him.

Following Jesus isn’t just a single decision—it’s a transformative journey that impacts every part of our lives. It’s about experiencing the profound love God has for each of us, discovering the purpose He has designed for us, and embracing a hope, peace, and joy that surpass all circumstances.

Understanding what it means to be a Christian

  • For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life - John 3:16 

    The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full - John 10:10

  • For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God - Romans 3:23

    For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord - Romans 6:23

  • Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” - John 14:6

    But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us - Romans 5:8

  • Yet to all who received Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God - John 1:12

    Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me - Revelation 3:20

  • Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! - 2 Corinthians 5:17

    For it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfil his good purpose - Philippians 2:13

“God, out of sheer love, created human beings; we were made to know God, love God, enjoy God, and glorify God! But because of disobedience, we separated ourselves from God, introducing brokenness and suffering into the world. The Gospel is the good news that, despite humanity’s rebellion, God offers restoration through Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. By receiving God’s grace through repentance from sin and faith in Jesus as Lord and Saviour, we make peace with God and we experience forgiveness - and ultimately we are given the promise of eternal life in heaven. In personally welcoming Jesus and entering into relationship with Him, we are reconciled not only to God but also to ourselves, others, and the world; we can start to live a new life of purpose as a disciple - an apprentice - of Jesus. God also invites us to be filled with the Holy Spirit; it is the Spirit who empowers us to become more like Jesus, to obey His will, to participate in the mission of God, and to build a just and righteous reflection of His kingdom here on earth - all in anticipation of the day when Jesus will return to make all things new!”
— Dominic De Souza

What is the gospel?

Praying to Receive Jesus

If you’re ready to become a follower of Jesus and make Him the Lord and Saviour of your life, you can begin by praying the prayer below. In this prayer, you are:

  • Admitting your need for forgiveness, acknowledging that you are a sinner.

  • Believing that Jesus Christ died for your sins on the cross and rose from the grave to bring you into a relationship with God.

  • Confessing that Jesus Christ is the only way to God and committing to live for Him from this day forward.

If you’re ready to take this step, speak this prayer out loud with sincerity and faith:

“Jesus, I acknowledge that I have done wrong things and that my sin has separated me from you. But I believe you died for my sins and rose from the dead. Today I ask for your forgiveness and thank you for your gift of new life. I receive you as my Lord and Saviour. I choose relationship with you and I choose to live for you. Please come into my heart and change my life, now and forevermore. Amen.”

Next Steps

If you've prayed this prayer for the first time, congratulations on starting your journey of faith! What an awesome, life-changing step! If you'd like some guidance on developing your relationship with God, growing as a Christian, finding a local church, or living out your faith daily, feel free to reach out to me at hello@dominicdesouza.uk - I’d love to help and also to be able to pray a prayer of blessing over you! Alternatively, sharing your decision with another Christian is a wonderful way to connect and find support.

The Christian life isn't always sunshine and rainbows, but now you'll never face your darkest moments alone: God is always with you! And most importantly, you've begun the most incredible journey: building a relationship with Jesus Christ! Here are a few things to get you started in that:

Finding a church home: growing as a Christian is about connecting deeply with God and with other believers. A local church is where you'll find support, community, and opportunities to discover your gifts and serve. Look for a place where you feel welcomed, challenged to grow in your faith, and equipped to live out your Christian life.

Building a daily habit of prayer: prayer is simply talking to God, sharing your heart, and listening for His guidance. Don't worry about fancy words – just be yourself!

Digging into the Bible: think of the Bible as God's instruction manual for life. Daily Bible reading/listening is essential for forming a Christian worldview and getting to know God’s way and will. Download the Bible App (YouVersion) or visit bible.com for free access to multiple Bible versions.

Understanding the Bible: ask the Holy Spirit to guide you as you read or listen. For beginners, the book of John is a great introduction to Jesus. bible.com offers some excellent Bible reading plans, including Bible In One Year plan options.

Lectio 365 app: this free resource helps you incorporate daily devotionals and ‘pray the Bible’ practices into your routine.