Dark Page

Sin! That is what this DARK page reminds us of. Sin is anything you think, say, or do that does not please God, like lying, cheating, being disobedient to parents, or hurting others.

The Bible says: "All have sinned and come short of the glory of God." (Romans 3:23) That means everyone, big or little, young or old! No matter where you live or who you are, you have sinned. Everyone is born with a "want to" to do wrong. God says that sin must be punished

"The wages of sin (or payment you receive because of your sin) is death. But the gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ the Lord" (Romans 6:23).  The punishment for sin is to be separated from God forever in a place of suffering....a place called Hell. But God has a wonderful plan so that you will not have to be punished for your sin!

Do you want to know what that is?

Red Page

God sent Jesus Christ, His perfect Son, to be born as a little baby. Maybe you remember that story about when Jesus was born in Bethlehem - we celebrate Christmas because He came from Heaven to be born here.   But He didn't stay as a baby! He had a purpose, and as He grew up He was doing what God, the Father in Heaven wanted Him to do!

Jesus lived a perfect life....He never sinned. He spoke words of peace, and God's love. He healed blind people so they could see, He healed people who were lame so they could walk. He was obedient to all that God, His Father wanted Him to do.  But When He was grown, wicked men nailed Him to a cross.

This page is RED reminding us of Jesus' blood. The Bible says that without the giving of blood there can be no forgiveness of sin (Hebrews 9:22). So Jesus Christ willingly died to take your sin punishment. "...Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures; and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day, according to the Scriptures." (1 Corinthians 15:3-4)

Now, because of what Jesus has done for you, you can have your sins forgiven. Read on to see how!

White Page

The Bible says: "As many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believed on His name." (John 1:12) The WHITE page reminds us of a CLEAN heart. How can you have a clean heart?

A = Admit to God you are a sinner and want to turn away from those sins.

B = Believe in Jesus Christ, that He is God's perfect Son who died for your sin, was buried, and rose again.

   C = Call on Him to save you from your sin.                  Invite Jesus Christ to clean away your sin by praying to Him and thank Him for forgiving you and giving you a home in Heaven. Ask Him to be the King of your life.

Would you like to do that right now? He has promised to hear, and once you are His child, He will never leave you (Hebrews 13:5). Take a moment and talk to God right now by praying to Him.  It will change your life forever.

GOLD PAGE

This GOLD page reminds us of Heaven. The Bible tells us Heaven has a street of gold! But the best part about Heaven is that God, who created you and me, lives there. The Bible, God's Word, says: "God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." (John 3:16) Jesus, God the Son, is in Heaven preparing a place for all who put their trust in Him. (John 14:2-3) God is holy and perfect. He cannot allow anything in Heaven that is less than perfect, so there's one thing that can never be in Heaven. Can you think of what that might be? (See the Dark Page again!)

But if you have already obeyed God, and asked Him to give you a Clean Heart (like on the white page), you don't have to worry! You are going to have a Home in Heaven too! (If you didn't, go back to the White page and read it again... "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved!" (Acts 16:31)

Now go to the Green Page! (You're almost done!)

GREEN PAGE

GREEN stands for things that grow. When you ask God to forgive you and save you, you become His child. God wants you to get to know Him better and to grow to become more like Him. These four things will help you grow:

G-R-O-W

1. Go to church to learn more about God and His Son, Jesus Christ. Learn More about Him with the help of good Bible-believing ministers, teachers and friends.

2. Read the God's Word every day!  God wants to talk to you through the Bible. Start with a chapter or more and read stories that will help you understand God's plan for your life.

3.Offer Prayer to God.  Pray, asking God for what you need, for strength not to sin, and thank Him for all He gives you.

3. Witness - Tell others about how the Lord Jesus Christ has saved you, and how He can save them too!

As a child of God, if you should sin again, stop and tell Him about it. He promises in His Word... "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) Ask God to help you live a life to please Him! Share the Good News of this story with someone else!