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“For God so loved the world…” — John 3:16
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UC San Diego Chapter

The Good News · in 4 movements

The Gospel, simply explained

Tap through each step. There's no rush — take it in at your own pace.

1

God loves you

You were made on purpose

2

Sin separates us

The honest problem

3

Jesus is the rescue

The cross & the empty tomb

4

Your response

Believe & receive

Movement One

You are deeply, personally loved

Before you did anything right or wrong, God already loved you. You are not an accident or a number — you were imagined, formed and wanted. The whole story of the Bible begins with a Creator who delights in you and desires to know you.

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son…” — John 3:16
Movement Two

Something stands between us and God

We all fall short. Sin isn't just “bad behaviour” — it's the brokenness and self-rule that separates us from a holy God and from the life we were made for. No amount of trying harder can fully bridge that gap. This is the honest news that makes the good news so good.

“For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” — Romans 3:23
Movement Three

Jesus did what we could not

God did not leave us stuck. Jesus — fully God and fully human — lived the life we couldn't, died the death we deserved, and rose again, defeating sin and death. The cross is where justice and mercy meet. The empty tomb is proof that His promise holds.

“God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” — Romans 5:8
Movement Four

Now it's yours to receive

Salvation is a gift — you can't earn it, you can only receive it. By believing in your heart that Jesus is Lord and confessing it with your mouth, you step from death into life. It's not a transaction; it's the beginning of a relationship.

“If you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart… you will be saved.” — Romans 10:9

Straight from the source

God's promises, in His own words

These are the verses we keep coming back to. Let them sink in.

“Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

Romans 10:13

“Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in.”

Revelation 3:20

“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; the new has come.”

2 Corinthians 5:17

“By grace you have been saved through faith. It is the gift of God, not a result of works.”

Ephesians 2:8–9

“To all who did receive him, he gave the right to become children of God.”

John 1:12

“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

Romans 8:1

Real students · real change

They were right where you are

Hear from students who said yes to Jesus on this campus.

Testimony
2:14

“I came to argue. I left changed.”

Maya · 3rd year, Cognitive Science

Testimony
3:02

“I finally felt forgiven.”

Daniel · 2nd year, Engineering

Testimony
1:48

“My whole family noticed.”

Grace · 4th year, Biology

The Prayer of Salvation

Pray this with us — out loud, from the heart

There are no magic words. God hears the heart behind them. Press the button below and we'll walk through the prayer one line at a time.

Father God, I come to You just as I am.

I admit that I have sinned and fallen short, and I need You.

I believe that Jesus is Your Son — that He died for me and rose again.

Today I turn from my old life and I receive Your forgiveness.

Jesus, be my Lord and my Saviour. Fill me with Your Spirit.

Thank You for making me new. I am Yours. Amen.

Tell us about your decision

Whether you just prayed for the first time, recommitted your life, or are still deciding — we'd love to hear from you and walk with you. No pressure, no spam.

The journey is just beginning

What happens next?

Saying yes to Jesus is the start of a brand-new life. Here's how to grow strong in your first weeks.

Read the Word

Start with the Gospel of John. Just 10 minutes a day builds a strong foundation.

Talk to God

Prayer is simply honest conversation. Tell Him everything — He's listening.

Find community

Join a small group. You weren't meant to walk this out alone.

Get baptized

Take your public next step and declare your new life in Christ.

Your public next step

Understanding baptism

Baptism is an outward sign of an inward change — a beautiful, public way of saying “I belong to Jesus now.” It doesn't save you (Jesus already did that), but it celebrates and declares your new life. We hold baptism gatherings each quarter, right here on campus.

  • No experience or perfection required — just faith.
  • A pastor will walk you through every step beforehand.
  • Invite your friends and family to celebrate with you.

You don't walk alone

Connect with a mentor

A mentor is a friendly, more experienced believer who'll meet with you, answer your questions, and help you grow at your own pace. It's free, casual, and completely judgement-free — often over coffee.

JK AM SL +9

12 student mentors ready to meet this week

Free to download · Yours to keep

Resources to start strong

Bible reading plans, new-believer guides, and devotionals — all free.

New Believer's Guide

PDF · 24 pages

30-Day Reading Plan

PDF · Gospel of John

21 Daily Devotionals

PDF · 3 weeks

Worship Starter Playlist

Audio · 18 songs

Community

Belong before you believe

Find your people on campus

Faith grows best in community. Come to a Friday Worship Night, drop into a small group, or just grab coffee with us — no commitment, no pressure. There's a seat with your name on it.

Heaven is closer than you think

If you're still reading, that stirring in your heart is an invitation. You can answer it today — and we'll be right here, ready to walk with you into your new beginning.