November 11, 2026 | www.GospelofJesusChrist.blog | River Wilde
In continuing our discussion on the most important principle of the gospel that Jesus Christ taught: Being Born Again, today I’d like to share the gospel teachings of Christ in regards to what happens “At the Moment” a person becomes Born Again. I have placed this transformation into identifying 10 of the things that happens.
The moment a person becomes born again through faith in Jesus Christ, a remarkable spiritual transformation takes place. It is not something that develops over months or years. Salvation is received immediately through faith.
Here are 10 wonderful gifts a person receives the moment they become born again.
1. Everlasting Life
John 3:16 (KJV)
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
We discussed this yesterday, and I wanted to ensure that it was placed on top of today’s list.
The person immediately receives the promise of everlasting life through Jesus Christ. They can KNOW that they will be living with God forever in Heaven. DO YOU have this belief right now?
What a wonderful assurance Jesus Christ has given to those who have become born again! You do not have to spend the rest of your life wondering whether you have done enough good works, attended church often enough, paid enough tithing, or fulfilled enough religious requirements to be worthy of entering Heaven. YOU WILL BE GOING TO HEAVEN!
Jesus Christ has already paid the price for your salvation through His sacrifice on the cross. The question is not whether you have done enough to earn everlasting life, but whether you have genuinely placed your faith and trust in the One who has already made it possible.
Consider this teaching: 1 John 5:13 (KJV) declares,
“These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; that ye may KNOW that ye have eternal life…”
Notice that God does not say you might have eternal life, or that you will find out after you die. He wants you to KNOW, right now! What a tremendous blessing to live each day with the peace and assurance that, because of Jesus Christ, your eternal future is secure in Him.
2. Forgiveness of Sins
Colossians 1:14 (KJV)
“In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:”
Through Christ’s sacrifice, the believer receives forgiveness and redemption. However, we must also understand our part in repentance. Repentance involves recognizing that we are sinners, sincerely acknowledging our need for forgiveness, and turning to Jesus Christ in faith. Jesus taught in Luke 13:3 (KJV),
“I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.”
But here is something wonderful to understand: Our repentance does not have to be perfect for God’s forgiveness to be complete! We do not have to overcome every sin, correct every mistake, or become perfect before receiving salvation.
There are not exact steps that must be followed to repent perfectly. We do not have to confess some sins to church leaders. Repentance is consistent. We confess all of our sins to God in Prayer, and ask for His forgiveness. He is the one that offers forgiveness, not a church.
God knows that we are imperfect and that even after becoming born again, we will sometimes stumble. True repentance is a sincere change of heart toward God, not a demonstration of sinless perfection, nor repenting in a perfect way.
We are not forgiven because our repentance is perfect. We are forgiven because Jesus Christ’s sacrifice is perfect! Come to Him with a sincere and repentant heart, place your faith in Him, and receive the wonderful gift of God’s forgiveness.
3. The Gift of the Holy Spirit
Ephesians 1:13 (KJV)
“In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise,”
The Holy Spirit becomes our constant companion, helping us grow spiritually, understand God’s Word, recognize sin, and make decisions that are pleasing to God.
Jesus described the Holy Spirit as our Comforter, saying in John 14:26 (KJV),
“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”
The Holy Spirit also provides comfort during difficult times, strength when we are weak, guidance when we are uncertain, and help when we pray. Romans 8:26 (KJV) tells us,
“Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought…”
As we grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit helps develop within us love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance (Galatians 5:22–23).
And perhaps one of the most reassuring blessings is that the Holy Spirit seals us as belonging to God, as taught in Ephesians 1:13–14 (KJV). We are not left to navigate our Christian lives alone. God has given us His Spirit to dwell within us, guide us, comfort us, and remind us that we are His children. What an extraordinary gift we receive the moment we become born again!
According to the teachings of the Apostle Paul, the Holy Ghost is received through faith in Jesus Christ, not through a required religious ordinance involving the laying on of hands. Let’s look again:
Ephesians 1:13 (KJV) tells us,
“In whom ye also trusted, after that ye heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation: in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise.”
Notice the simplicity of this wonderful teaching! They heard the Gospel, believed in Jesus Christ, and were sealed with the Holy Spirit. No religious ceremony or priesthood holder is mentioned as a requirement.
Although the Bible records certain occasions when the Holy Ghost was received through the laying on of the apostles’ hands (Acts 8:17), it also tells us that Cornelius and his household received the Holy Ghost while Peter was still preaching to them, without anyone laying hands upon them (Acts 10:44).
This demonstrates an important truth: The Holy Ghost is a gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ, and is not dependent upon a religious ordinance performed by another person.
4. Becoming a Child of God (Something that you might not ever have considered)
John 1:12 (KJV)
“But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name:”
The believer becomes a member of God’s spiritual family.
Many people, including myself, thought or still believe that we are all children of God. This is not the case. Let’s quickly review a scripture from yesterday’s teaching:
Matthew 7:21–23 (KJV)
21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.
22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works?
23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.
If all of us were children of God, how could Jesus make such a statement…”I never knew you?” Christ only recognizes children of God, as being those who were spiritually Born Again.
5. Becoming a New Creation
2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV)
“Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.”
What a wonderful transformation takes place when a person becomes born again through faith in Jesus Christ! They become a new creature, meaning they are spiritually made new and begin a new life in Christ.
Their past sins no longer define who they are, and they are no longer separated from God by their sinful condition.
This does not mean they immediately become perfect or will never sin again. Rather, their relationship with God has changed forever! The Holy Spirit now dwells within them, helping them grow spiritually and become more like Jesus Christ. Being born again is not simply becoming a better person; it is becoming a new person in Christ!
6. Freedom From Condemnation
Romans 8:1 (KJV)
“There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.”
When we place our faith in Him, we are no longer under the condemnation of sin, because Jesus Christ has already paid the price for our salvation We can now live with the peace and assurance that we have been forgiven and reconciled to God. Our past no longer condemns us, because through Jesus Christ, we have been given a new life and the promise of everlasting life!
7. Receive the Royal Priesthood
1 Peter 2:9 (KJV
“But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:”
Notice that this priesthood is not described as an exclusive authority bestowed upon certain individuals through a religious ordinance or the laying on of hands, as was done in the Old Testament.
Rather, all born-again believers share in this spiritual priesthood through their relationship with Jesus Christ! This is for all of His Children, male and female.
We can approach God directly through prayer, worship Him, and offer spiritual sacrifices of praise and service. Jesus Christ is our great High Priest (Hebrews 4:14–16), and through Him, we have direct access to our Heavenly Father. What a wonderful privilege! We do not need another person to stand between us and God, because Jesus Christ Himself is our mediator! (1 Timothy 2:5).
To understand this fully, we must first recognize how the priesthood operated under the Old Testament, and how Jesus Christ established a New Covenant through His Gospel of the Kingdom of God.
Under the Law of Moses, God appointed the descendants of Aaron to serve as priests. These priests performed sacred duties, offered sacrifices for sins, and ministered in the tabernacle and later in the temple.
The high priest had the special responsibility of entering the Most Holy Place (the temple) once each year, on the Day of Atonement, to offer blood for his own sins and the sins of the people (Leviticus 16). The people did not have the same access to God’s holy presence that believers enjoy today.
But everything changed through Jesus Christ! When Jesus died upon the cross, something extraordinary happened. Matthew 27:51 (KJV) tells us,
“And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom…”
This veil had separated the Most Holy Place from the rest of the temple. Its tearing symbolized the opening of a new way to approach God through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
Hebrews 10:19–20 (KJV) declares,
“Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh;”
Do you see what Jesus Christ accomplished? Under the New Covenant, we no longer depend upon an earthly high priest to offer sacrifices for our sins. Jesus Christ became our eternal High Priest, offering Himself as the perfect and final sacrifice. Hebrews 7:27 explains that He accomplished this “once, when he offered up himself.”
And here is the wonderful blessing for everyone who becomes born again: We become part of God’s royal priesthood! We do not need to receive a separate priesthood ordinance to enjoy direct access to our Heavenly Father. Through Jesus Christ, every believer can approach God in prayer, worship Him, seek His forgiveness, and serve Him.
1 Peter 2:5 (KJV) teaches, “Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.”
Notice that our priesthood is spiritual, and our sacrifices are no longer the animal sacrifices required under the Law of Moses. Instead, we offer God our praise, thanksgiving, obedience, love, and service (Hebrews 13:15–16).
The Old Testament priesthood pointed forward to Jesus Christ. The New Covenant reveals its fulfillment in Him. Our confidence is not in an earthly priesthood authority, but in the eternal priesthood of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ!
A born-again believer can pray over someone who is sick, asking God for healing, comfort, and strength. You do not need to hold a special priesthood office or have someone confer priesthood authority upon you to pray for another person’s healing.
James 5:16 (KJV)
“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”
Notice that James encourages believers to pray for one another. This is one of the wonderful ways we can exercise our spiritual priesthood through Jesus Christ.
James 5:14–15 also teaches that someone who is sick may call upon the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. This is a specific biblical practice, but it does not mean ordinary believers are prohibited from praying for the sick.
Remember this important distinction: We do not possess independent power to heal someone simply because we belong to God’s royal priesthood. The power to heal belongs to God. Our privilege as born-again believers is to approach Him directly through Jesus Christ and ask for His divine help.
During His earthly ministry, Jesus Christ never conferred priesthood titles such as the Aaronic or Melchizedek Priesthood upon His disciples.
Instead, He appointed apostles and gave them authority to preach the Gospel, heal the sick, and cast out evil spirits (Matthew 10:1 KJV).
Jesus Himself is identified as our eternal High Priest after the order of Melchisedec (Hebrews 5:6).
The New Testament teaches that all born-again believers become part of God’s royal priesthood (1 Peter 2:9), giving them direct access to their Heavenly Father through Jesus Christ. This spiritual priesthood is not dependent upon a religious title, special ordination, or the laying on of hands.
Through Christ, every believer has the privilege of praying, worshipping, serving God, and sharing His Gospel, just like the authority that He gave to His apostles.
8. Passing From Spiritual Death into Life
John 5:24 (KJV)
“Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life.”
Notice that Jesus says “hath everlasting life” and “is passed from death unto life.” These are present realities, not promises that must be earned through a lifetime of religious works.
9. Becoming an Heir of God
Romans 8:16–17 (KJV)
“The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:
And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together.”
Being an “heir of God, and joint-heir with Christ” means that those who are born again will inherit eternal life, a glorified body, and the blessings of God’s eternal kingdom. It does NOT mean that we will become Gods or become equal to our Heavenly Father. We are His children, not future Gods. Our inheritance is to live eternally WITH God, not to BECOME God.
10. Receiving the Promise of Eternal Security in Christ
John 10:28 (KJV)
“And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand.”
Jesus promises that those who belong to Him receive eternal life and will never perish. He assures believers that no one can snatch them out of His hand. Our salvation rests in the power and faithfulness of Jesus Christ, who promises everlasting life to those who are His.
In Summary — What Happens the Very Moment a Person Becomes Born Again?
The moment a person genuinely places their faith in Jesus Christ and becomes born again, they receive the gift of everlasting life, forgiveness of sins, the indwelling Holy Spirit, share in the Royal Priesthood through Jesus Christ, and a new spiritual identity as a child of God.
They can know that they will dwell in the presence of God in Heaven, forever. Isn’t this an incredible gift, to live now with this knowledge?
These gifts are not earned through baptism, tithing, church membership, religious ordinances, or a lifetime of good works. They are received by God’s grace through faith in Jesus Christ. Good works and obedience are important fruits of a transformed life, but they are not the price of salvation.
The beautiful truth is this: Salvation is not something we spend our lives trying to earn. It is a gift we receive through faith in Jesus Christ, and our new life with Him begins the moment we believe.
I hope by now that you are seeing the MOST IMPORTANT principle of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This spiritual rebirth is something that we must receive. It is the ONLY thing that will determine which Judgment that you will face after death:
The Judgment Seat of Christ – Born again believers – Will all go to heaven. (2 Corinthians 5:10, Romans 14:10, 1 Corinthians 3:14–15, John 5:24 (KJV)
The Great White Thorne Judgment – People who have not accepted the gift of the atonement, and will be responsible for all of their sins – Cast into the Lake of Fire, the second death. (Revelation 20:11–12, Revelation 20:15, Revelation 20:14, John 3:18 (KJV)
And in addition to having the wonderful assurance of knowing where you will spend eternity, being born again will transform your life here on earth! The burden of guilt and condemnation is lifted, and you begin to experience a peace that only Jesus Christ can provide. Your desires begin to change.
The things that once tempted you may lose their appeal, while your desire to love others, do good works, and live a life pleasing to God begins to grow. This does not mean you will never sin again, but that the Holy Spirit is now working within you, guiding you toward righteousness. And perhaps most wonderfully, you KNOW that you belong to God! You are His child, forgiven, loved, and promised eternal life!
I have one more “earth-shaking” truth to share with you tomorrow! It is another extraordinary blessing that God has promised to those who have been born again through Jesus Christ. This wonderful truth may surprise you, I know that it will give you the comfort and peace that you have been looking for. I hope you’ll join me tomorrow, right here, as we discover another amazing promise from God’s Word!
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