Now that you have received Christ as Savior, you need to let your relationship with Him grow. As a Christian it is natural for you to want to know Jesus better and be complete in Him (Colossians 2:10a). Through your obedience Jesus can become involved in every intimate part of your life (John 14:21). You will move beyond yourself, letting Christ assume full direction and control. This will lead you into a maturing, personal relationship with God.

* ABIDE IN CHRIST: Then God will help you grow as a Christian; but you must keep a close relationship with Him. As a disciple, you must deny yourself, take up your cross, and live daily for Christ (Luke 9:23).

* LIVE IN THE WORD: You grow as you study the Bible regularly (1 Peter 2:2). Begin each day by reading the Bible and you will grow to maturity (2 Peter 3:18).

* PRAY IN FAITH: Prayer is worship and conversing with God (John 15:7). Your prayer delights God. Talk to Him throughout each day. Beleive His promises. Prayer will help you gain strength and overcome temptation.

* FELLOWSHIP WITH BELIEVERS: Christ wants you to fellowship (participate, share) regularly with your brothers and sisters in Christ in His church. Your love for others will show that you are a disciple (disciplined follower) of Christ (John 13:34-35).

* WITNESS TO OTHERS: Tell others how you came to now Christ (Acts 1:8; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20). God is pleased when you bear fruit (John15:8). The greatest fruit is leading others to Christ.

* PRACTICE FAITHFUL STEWARDSHIP: Giving helps keep your priorities in order. Start systematically giving (tithing) 10% of your income to Christ's church (1 Corinthians 16:2). Practice giving to meet the needs of others (Luke 6:38). You will reap joy as you sow (2 Corinthians 9:6-7).