More Questions?
If you have more specific questions or are ready
to make the next step as a Christian, contact
Fellowship Church at FellowshipChurch.com.
FOLLOW CHRIST.
WHAT’S YOUR
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YOU’VE CHOSEN TO
NEXT STEP?
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CONGRATULATIONS!
Taking the step of faith to follow Jesus Christ is the
greatest step you will ever take. It’s the one action that will
allow you to experience new opportunities and gain a new
perspective on life and what God has in store for you.
In the Bible Jesus said,
“...I have come that they may have life and have it abundantly.”
­—John 10:10
That abundant life began the moment you stepped over the line
of faith. But that is just the beginning. You’ve taken the first
step; now what?
This book will give you an idea of what’s next. You will discover
what your next step is. And you’ll read what the Bible, God’s
Word, says about each move.
You may still have questions about your decision. You may even
have doubts. That’s ok. But don’t let those questions or doubts
stop you from moving forward. Use those things to fuel your
walk. And continue to experience the abundant life –
one step at a time.
God’s best,
Ed Young
Ed Young
Fellowship Church
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR
DECISION TO FOLLOW CHRIST
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
GOD LOVES YOU
and has a plan for your life.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans
to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope
and a future.” —Jeremiah 29:11
YOUR SIN CAUSES
A COSMIC CHASM
between you and God.
But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your
sins have hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear.
—Isaiah 59:2
GOD SENT
JESUS CHRIST
to die on the cross.
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still
sinners, Christ died for us. —Romans 5:8
IT’S YOUR CHOICE
to receive the gift or not.
...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. —Romans 10:9-10
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THE LOCAL CHURCH
When you stepped over the line of faith and chose to follow
Jesus, you became part of a movement. But this movement,
Christianity, is not a solo sport. That’s why the local church exists.
Each week, when we gather together as a church, we come to
worship God, discover his plan for our lives, and learn how
to live out his priorities.
As you continue to walk with faith, make a commitment to the
local church. Because, as we learn from those who first stepped
out to follow Christ, the local church is crucial to our growth and
experience of the abundant life Christ has in store for us.
Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the
habit of doing, but let us encourage one another—and all
the more as you see the Day approaching.
—Hebrews 10:25
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BAPTISM
Simply put, baptism is an outward display and
celebration of your inward decision to trust Christ with
your eternity. It’s an act of obedience, a step of
acknowledgement that is representative of the fact that
Jesus died on the cross, was buried and walked out of the
grave, alive, so each of us can have eternal life.
When you step into the water, you are letting the world know
that you have walked into a new life of faith in Jesus Christ and
that you are committing to follow him down a new path. If you’ve
made the decision to follow Jesus, baptism is the next step in
your spiritual journey.
You will be his witness to all men of what you have seen and
heard. And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized
and wash your sins away, calling on his name.
—Acts 22:15-16
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SERVING
Most of us want to make a difference; we want to leave
our footprint on the world. And God has gifted each of
us with a particular set of skills to do just that–through the
local church.
As a new Christ follower, one of the most powerful lessons
you can put into action is serving in the church; it’s stepping
outside of your comfort level and stepping up to serve others.
Jesus himself said that he did not come to be served, but to
serve others. When you volunteer your time and talent in the
local church, you will discover the key to unlocking a
life of influence and change. Read these words from the
Bible. And take the next step of serving in the church.
Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others,
faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.
—1 Peter 4:10
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LIVING A LIFE OF
WORSHIP
Worship is one of those words that many people
think is just a “churchy” word. But the truth is that we
all worship. Everyone has something they focus on,
respond to and celebrate.
As a new believer, it is vital that you continue to worship. Just
make sure you are directing it to the right place. As you step
into your new life, remain focused on what Christ has done for
you, respond to him with obedience and celebrate him daily
with your words and actions.
But worship isn’t something that only happens once a week in
a church building. It’s a 24/7 deal. It’s what happens when
you are at work, at the store, in the gym or even at home. And
from Bible study to praying; from weekend services at church
to journaling at home, worship is something that will deepen
and strengthen your relationship with Jesus as you
continue your walk with him.
Worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness; tremble before
him, all the earth!
—Psalm 96:9
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NEXT STEP WEEKEND
Next Step is the place where you can learn
exactly how to take your next step as you follow
Christ. Join us for one hour as we share the vision of
Fellowship Church. You will discover the path that God has
set before you. And you will have the opportunity to meet
one-on-one with someone who can walk alongside you as
you step forward in your faith.
Whether you are ready to be baptized, you are looking
for somewhere to serve or you simply want to learn
more about the mission and vision of Fellowship,
Next Step is for you. Times, locations and registration are
found online at FellowshipChurch.com/nextstep.
31 DAY READING PLAN **********
on the life of JESUS **********
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Day 01
Day 02
Day 03
Day 04
Birth
At the
Temple
Baptism
Temptations
Luke 2:1-21
Luke 2:41-52
Matt. 3:13-17
Luke 4:1-13
Day 08
Day 09
Day 10
Day 11
Cost of
Discipleship
Vineyard
Laborers
Marriage
Feast
Christ’s
Return
Matt. 22:1-14
Matt. 24:1-25
Matt. 16:24-28 Matt. 20:1-16
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Day 05
Day 06
Day 07
First Miracle
Sermon on
the Mount
Instructions
John 2:1-12
Matt. 5-7
Matt. 12:16-42
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Sowing
Parables
Good
Samaritan
Prayer
Mark 4:1-34
Luke 10:25-37
Luke 11:1-13
Day 15
Day 16
Day 17
Day 18
Lost
Parables
Stewardship
New Birth
Holy Spirit
Luke 15:1-32
Luke 16:1-18
John 3:1-21
John 14:16-31,
16:5-15
Day 22
Day 23
Day 24
Day 25
Triumphal
Entry
Last Supper
Washing Feet
Prayers of Jesus
Mark 11:1-11
Matt. 26:17-35
John 13:5-29
John 17
Day 29
Day 30
Day 31
Road to
Emmaus
Great
Commission
Ascension
Luke 24:13-35 Matt. 28:16-20
Acts 1:1-11
Day 19
Day 20
Day 21
Good
Shepherd
Vine and
Branches
Lazarus
John 10
John 15
John 11
Day 26
Day 27
Day 28
Trials
Crucifixion
Resurrection
Luke 22:47-23:25 Luke 23:26-56
Luke 24:1-12