Introduction: So what distinguishes a Christian Comic from other comics? It is primarily the thinking or world view that underlies the basis of the story or series. In this six series we will discuss what makes up the Biblical World View. In the second installment what it means to be a Christian is discussed.

 

So far in this column we have assumed that mot reader are Christians. We realize that there are some reading this that do not know what a Christian I. If so, please read on.

 

What does it mean to be a Christian? For some it means living a good life. It means living by the golden rule and helping others. For other it is identifying with the culture in which one was raised. If I am an American, then I am a Christian. For others it mean going to church twice a year (or more) and doing other acts of piety. However, according to the Bible, all of these definitions fall far short of what it mean to be a Christian.

 

The Bible states that God love each one of us, “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten on, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life (John 3:16). God has good plan for us. “I came that they might have life, and might have it abundantly” (John 10:10). Before an individual can know God’s love and plan for his life he must realize that he is sinful and separated from God. “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God” (Roman 3:23). “The wages of sin is death (separation spiritually from God) (Romans 6:23). To overcome this separation from God we must realize that Jesus Christ is God’s only provision for man’s sin. “But God demonstrates his own love for us in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me.’” (John 14:6). We must individually receive Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, before we can truly know God’s love, forgiveness and plan for our lives. “But as many as received him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name.” (John 1:12). “For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God not as a result of works, that no one should boast.” (Ephesians 2:8, 9). Jesus Christ said, “Behold I stand at the door and knock, if any one hear my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him (Revelation 3:20).

 

If you have not already received Jesus Christ a your Savior and Lord we invite you to do so right now. You can do this by praying and thanking God for His forgiveness of your sin and asking Jesus Christ to become your personal Savior and Lord.

 

(If you have jut made the wonderful dicovery of knowing Christ personally, please write us and we will be happy to give you suggestions for growth in your Christian life. Also if you need questions answered concerning the validity of the Bible or other things that have been mentioned in this article please write for a free resource list.)   

Originally printed in Christian Comics & Game Magazine #0 1995

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