Responding to Jesus: How to answer His call to follow Him
How should you respond to Jesus? Every person must decide how they will respond to Jesus Christ. Throughout this site, you've been encouraged to consider what it means to follow Him - not simply to agree with His teaching, but to recognize Him as Lord and to live in obedient faith. The good news is that Jesus welcomes everyone who sincerely comes to Him, whatever their past. Perhaps these pages have challenged assumptions, raised questions or prompted honest self-examination.
The pages in this section explain whether you can know God personally, what the gospel is, and how to be born again.
You may be wondering:
- Have I truly responded to Jesus?
- Do I know God personally, or do I only know about Him?
- What is the gospel?
- What does God ask of those who want to follow Him?
They are among the most important questions anyone can ask.
The New Testament consistently calls people not merely to admire Jesus, but to repent, believe the good news and become His disciples. Following Christ begins with responding to Him.
These pages are here to answer those questions from Scripture. Whether you're exploring Christianity for the first time, returning after years away or you've called yourself a Christian for many years, don't assume you've already settled these questions. Take the time to consider what Jesus said, what He accomplished, and what He calls every person to do. Pray as you read, asking God to reveal the truth and to give you a heart that is willing to respond to Him with faith, repentance and obedience.
Whatever your background, don't leave these questions unanswered. Consider what Jesus taught, and respond to Him with honesty and humility.
Can I Know God Personally?
Christianity is not merely adopting beliefs or joining a religion. Through Jesus Christ, God invites people into a restored relationship with Himself. Read this if you're wondering whether it's possible to know God rather than simply know about Him.
What is the Gospel?
A clear explanation of the good news about Jesus - who He is, what He accomplished through His death and resurrection, and why His message is called 'good news.' Start here if you want to understand the heart of the Christian message.
How to Be Born Again
The Bible calls every person to respond to Jesus with repentance and faith. This page explains that response and what it means to entrust your life to Christ. Read this if you're asking how someone becomes a follower of Jesus.
FAQ - responding to Jesus
How should I respond to Jesus?
The New Testament consistently calls people not merely to admire Jesus, but to repent, believe the good news and become His disciples (Mark 1:15). Responding to Jesus means recognizing Him as Lord and living in obedient faith, not simply agreeing with His teaching. Following Christ begins with that response.
What does God ask of those who want to follow Him?
Scripture calls every person to respond to Jesus with faith, repentance and obedience. That means trusting what He has done, turning from our own way, and recognizing Him as Lord rather than merely admiring Him. These pages walk through what Jesus taught and what He calls people to do, so you can consider His call honestly and prayerfully.
Should long-time Christians examine their faith?
Yes. Whether you're exploring Christianity for the first time, returning after years away, or have called yourself a Christian for many years, don't assume you've already settled these questions. Take time to consider what Jesus said, what He accomplished and what He calls every person to do, and pray as you read, asking God for a heart that is willing to respond to Him.
Why is responding to Jesus so important?
Every person must decide how they will respond to Jesus Christ. Questions like whether you truly know God, what the gospel is and what God asks of His followers are not secondary - they are among the most important questions anyone can ask. Whatever your background, don't leave them unanswered. Consider what Jesus taught and respond to Him with honesty and humility.