How can I know I will go to Heaven when I die?

God's Word states in Hebrews 9:27, “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment.”   Everyone will stand before Christ after they die whether they believe in Him or not.  Believers will only be judged for rewards (Ref.:  II Corinthians 5:10 and I Corinthians 3:12-14), but unbelievers will be judged for their sin and their deeds (Ref.:  Revelation 20:11-12).  Even good deeds done outside of Christ are sin because God's Word states, "Whatsoever is not of faith is sin." (Ref.: Romans 14:23)

Therefore, no one will get to Heaven by their own works. "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves:  it is the gift of God:  Not of works lest any man should boast." (Ephesians 2:8-9)

God Word states that we are all like sheep that have gone astray (Isaiah 53:6).  "For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." (Romans 6:23)

God's Word states, "He that believes on Him [Jesus Christ] is not condemned: but he that believes not is condemned already." (John 3:18) [bold emphasis mine]
 
Would you would like to ensure you have HOPE for today, tomorrow, and forever?

God's Word teaches that Jesus is the sinless Son of God who was crucified on the cross of calvary bearing the sin of the world (Read Isaiah 53 for a description).  But to receive forgiveness, you must confess [agree to surrender your life to] Him as your Lord [Master, Owner, Boss], believe that He died to pay your sin debt, that He arose from the grave on the third day after He was crucifed, and repent from a life bent toward sin knowing He will help you to overcome temptation.

If you would like to place your faith in Jesus Christ, inviting Him to be your Lord and Savior, then with a repentant heart, pray a prayer like this:

“Lord, I know I am a sinner and if I reject you as my Lord [Master,Owner]and Savior then I will miss Heaven and will spend eternity in a place of eternal torment.  I repent from a life bent on sin and of unbelief in you.  I believe  you died on the cross to pay for my debt of sin (Ref.: Romans 6:23).  I now ask you to forgive me Lord, save me and place your Holy Spirit within me and I will make you the Lord of my life.”

It is not the words that save you.  There is no magic formula.  But if you prayed a prayer like this and sincerely meant it then,
Jesus said, “All that the Father gives me shall come to me and  the one that comes to me I will certainly not cast out.” (John 6:37).

You can now say to Him, “Thank you Lord for forgiving me and saving me.”

The Bible states, “If you shall confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus , and shall believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you shall be saved.  For with the heart man believes unto righteousness and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.”  (Romans 10:9-10).

 Accept that you are forgiven.  You are now on your new journey , in a personal relationship with Christ.  Begin to communicate with Him through prayer, reading your Bible and worshipping Him with other believers.  You may still stumble, but be close to Him and quick to confess your sins.  1 John 1:9 states, "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

Now go tell others what Christ has done for you!

If you have any questions, please email me at psalm1one@gmail.com and I will respond to you as quickly as possible.