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Being a Christian does not begin with what we do, but with God who calls. It is a life of daily conversion: turning away from sin and returning to Him, again and again. You don’t learn that all at once. This page helps you on your way.
Start with the Bible
God speaks through His Word. Read a little every day, preferably at a fixed time. The Gospel of John is a good place to begin. Read slowly and ask God to help you understand.
Find a church
Faith is not lived alone. Look for a Bible-faithful congregation near you, where God’s Word is preached faithfully. There you will meet others walking the same road. Don’t hesitate to simply walk in.
Church services and a church near you
Learn to pray
Prayer is speaking with God. You don’t need fine words. The Lord Jesus taught His disciples the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9–13); it is a good example to start with.
Ask your questions
Doubts and questions are part of faith. Take them to your minister, an elder or someone you trust. You can also ask your question online.
Resources for beginners
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The Pilgrim’s Progress (Dutch edition)
John Bunyan
An important classic that takes you along the journey a Christian may go through in life, full of allusions to Bible texts.
Refoweb
Christian youth community. Many have asked practical questions about faith and life before you. A good starting point for (online) pastoral care. In Dutch.
In & Media
refoweb.nl (external website)
Heidelberg Catechism
The Heidelberg Catechism with a contemporary version and the Bible proof texts. In Dutch.
heidelbergse-catechismus.nl (external website)
BMU online
Read the Bible online with BMU commentary and explanation of difficult words, plus the commentaries of Matthew Henry and John Calvin and further background. In Dutch.
bijbel.bmuonline.nl (external website)
HSV Youth Bible
A Bible with extra explanation to help you understand Bible passages better. In Dutch.
Kerktijden.nl
Information on church services, congregations and ministers. Find which congregations are active in your town, or where a particular minister is preaching. In Dutch.
kerktijden.nl (external website)
Psalmboek.nl
The texts of the metrical psalms, to read and sing along. In Dutch.
In & Singing
psalmboek.nl (external website)
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