Good news worth believing

God created the world good and made us for relationship with him (Genesis 1:31; 2:7). Yet all of us have chosen our own way, and that rebellion has brought brokenness into our hearts, families, and world (Romans 3:23). Sin separates us from God and leads to death, not only physically but spiritually (Romans 6:23).

God’s rescue plan

Because God is loving and just, he did not leave us in our brokenness (John 3:16). He sent Jesus Christ, fully God and fully man, to live the life we could not live and to die the death we deserved (2 Corinthians 5:21). On the cross, Jesus took the penalty for our sin, and through his resurrection, he defeated sin and death once and for all (1 Corinthians 15:3–4).

Our response

The gospel calls for a response, not religious effort or self-improvement (Ephesians 2:8–9). God invites us to repent, turning from sin, and to believe, trusting Jesus alone as Savior and Lord (Mark 1:15; Romans 10:9). When we do, God forgives our sin, gives us new life, and restores us to a right relationship with him (2 Corinthians 5:17).

A new life begins

Following Jesus does not remove all hardship, but it does give us new purpose, hope, and power through the Holy Spirit (John 10:10; Galatians 2:20). We are brought into God’s family and sent to live lives of obedience, love, and mission for his glory (Matthew 28:19–20). This is the life we were created for.

Talk with us

If you have placed your faith in Jesus or want to talk with someone about what it means to follow him, we would love to connect with you. You can reach us by phone at (843) 571-1660 or by email at info@northbridgebaptist.com. No matter where you are starting, God’s grace is sufficient, and the invitation of the gospel is open to you today.