How to lead someone to Christ

1. Recognize their need.

The Bible tells us that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Rom 3:23).  All of us are sinners, and we must admit our need for a Savior

2. Repent of their sins

Because God is completely holy, our sins create a wall that separates us from Him.  Tell them that by confessing their sins they will find forgiveness.  "Repent" means to make a 180 degree turnaround.  The Bible promises "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness" (1 John 1:9)

3. Believe in Jesus

God worked a miracle when He sent His only Son to die for us.  We don't have to pay for our sins - Jesus paid it all! We can't work for our salvation.  It is a gift from God, and all He requires is hat we believe.  Encourage them to put their complete faith and trust in Him.  The Bible says: "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

4. Receive His Salvation

God has given us this free gift, but we must accept and receive it.  Have them thank Him for sending Jesus to die on the cross and for His amazing love, mercy, and forgiveness.  Then have them ask God to live in their heart.  His promise is sure: "But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God" (John 1:12)

5. Confess their faith.

The Bible assures us: "If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved" (Rom 10:9).  If someone has repented and put faith in Christ, tell them they have been born again and are now part of God's family.  Encourage them to tell someone else what Jesus has done in their life.