Who is Jesus?
He's the most famous man on the planet...
... but why have millions of people decided to follow a man from the middle east 2000 years ago in today's culture?
Exploring faith? Start here.
If you are new to church, curious about Christianity, or simply asking big questions about life, Jesus is the best place to start.
Jesus is not just a teacher, healer, or moral example. He is God come near to us. He lived among us, spoke with authority, showed compassion to the hurting, died on a cross, and rose from the dead. Through Jesus, we see what God is like.
Jesus has impacted millions around the globe and our church is full of people who have come to know the truth and love that Jesus offers.
George's Story
"God revealed himself to me and showed me his love"
Why does Jesus matter?
Jesus speaks to the biggest questions we all ask: Who am I? Why am I here? What is wrong with the world? Is there hope for forgiveness, peace, and new life?
The message of Christianity is that God loves us, even though we have turned away from him. Jesus came to rescue us, not because we earned it, but because of his grace. On the cross, Jesus dealt with sin and opened the way for us to be forgiven and brought back to God.
What did Jesus come to do?
Jesus came to rescue us and to bring us back to God.
He did not come mainly to improve us a little or make life a bit more religious. He came to deal with the deeper problem of sin, to defeat death, and to give new life to all who trust in him. That means Christianity is not just about trying harder. It is about receiving what Jesus has done for us.
Can I ask questions?
Absolutely. Christianity is not only for people who have it all figured out. Many people begin their journey with questions, doubts, or even disappointment.
You do not need to pretend. You do not need to clean yourself up first. You are welcome to explore.
What Next?
Try reading the Bible
A great place to find out more is one of the Gospels, the accounts of Jesus’ life in the Bible. A good first read is Mark or John. You can read the Bible online or get hold of a physical copy.
Try going to Church
You could also come along on a Sunday, attend our Alpha course, or speak to someone from the church. We would love to meet you and help you explore who Jesus is.
Try an Alpha Course
Want to explore more? Below is a really helpful video from the Alpha course that goes into depth about who Jesus is, as well as stories of people from our church who have experienced Jesus for themselves.
Sarah's Story
"Jesus brought me so much freedom and so much healing"
Further Resources
Read more about Jesus, faith and Christianity
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