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First Steps: A 30-Day Journey in Faith

A foundational discipleship journey for new and returning Christians.

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Welcome

Welcome to First Steps, a 30-day journey written especially for people who are new to following Jesus — and for anyone returning to a faith they set down for a while. Over the next month you will explore the foundational truths of the Christian faith that have shaped millions of lives.

Each day offers a short, clear look at who Jesus is, what the Bible teaches, and how to live a life of faith and purpose. Whether you are taking your very first steps or refreshing what you once knew, this guide is a gentle, unhurried introduction.

Through Scripture, reflection, and prayer you will learn the pillars of the Christian faith and see how they apply to ordinary, everyday life. Our hope is that each day draws you nearer to the love and grace of God and deeper into your relationship with Jesus Christ.

Let's walk this path together with open hearts and minds.

A prayer to begin

Heavenly Father, as I begin this journey of faith, open my heart to receive Your wisdom and truth. Help me to grow closer to You and to understand the depth of Your love and grace. May this time strengthen my faith and inspire me to live in Your light. In Jesus' name, Amen.

How First Steps works

  • Each day gives you one Scripture passage, a short foundational teaching, and a plain explanation of what it means for you.
  • Reflection questions help you think it through honestly, and 'My First Step' gives you one small action to put the truth into practice.
  • A guided prayer helps you talk to God about what you have read, even if praying is new to you.
  • A private journal lets you write your own thoughts. Days 7, 14, 21, and 28 are weekly reviews with space for six separate responses.
  • Mark each day complete as you go. Your progress and journals are saved privately on this device only.

This journey is not about perfection but about progress. Take one day at a time, and trust God to do the rest.

Your progress

Your progress and journal entries are saved privately on this device. They are not sent anywhere and are not visible to anyone else.

Total journey

 

Know Jesus

 

Grow in Faith

 

Live with Purpose

 

Multiply Disciples

 

The four pillars

Thirty lessons, grouped into four foundations for a new believer.

Know Jesus

Days 1–7

Who Jesus is, what He accomplished, and what it means to receive Him as Savior and Lord.

  1. Day 1

    Jesus as Savior: Understanding Salvation

    Romans 10:9

  2. Day 2

    Jesus as Lord: The Lordship of Christ

    Philippians 2:10-11

  3. Day 3

    The Humanity and Divinity of Jesus

    John 1:14

  4. Day 4

    Jesus as the Son of God

    Matthew 16:16

  5. Day 5

    The Teachings of Jesus

    Matthew 7:24

  6. Day 6

    The Miracles of Jesus

    John 2:11

  7. Day 7 Review

    Weekly Reflection: Who Is Jesus to Me?

    Psalm 119:105

Grow in Faith

Days 8–14

Building everyday habits of Scripture and prayer that keep you close to God.

  1. Day 8

    Introduction to the Bible

    2 Timothy 3:16-17

  2. Day 9

    Studying the Gospels: The Life of Christ

    Luke 24:27

  3. Day 10

    The Role of Prayer in Christian Life

    1 Thessalonians 5:17

  4. Day 11

    How to Pray: The Model of the Lord's Prayer

    Matthew 6:9-13

  5. Day 12

    Memorizing and Meditating on Scripture

    Psalm 119:11

  6. Day 13

    Using the Psalms as Prayer

    Psalm 42:1

  7. Day 14 Review

    Weekly Reflection: Growing Through Scripture and Prayer

    James 1:22

Live with Purpose

Days 15–21

Sin, forgiveness, faith and works, the fruit of the Spirit, and living out a transformed life.

  1. Day 15

    What Is Sin and Why Does It Matter?

    Romans 3:23

  2. Day 16

    Repentance and Forgiveness

    Acts 3:19

  3. Day 17

    The Role of Faith and Works

    James 2:17

  4. Day 18

    The Fruit of the Spirit

    Galatians 5:22-23

  5. Day 19

    Living Out Your Faith

    Colossians 3:12-14

  6. Day 20

    Overcoming Temptation

    1 Corinthians 10:13

  7. Day 21 Review

    Weekly Reflection: Evidence of a Transformed Life

    Psalm 139:23-24

Multiply Disciples

Days 22–30

Your place in the local church, and how disciples of Jesus help others become disciples too.

  1. Day 22

    Understanding the Church

    Ephesians 4:15-16

  2. Day 23

    The Purpose and Power of Communion

    1 Corinthians 11:26

  3. Day 24

    The Significance of Baptism

    Romans 6:4

  4. Day 25

    The Great Commission: Making Disciples

    Matthew 28:19-20

  5. Day 26

    Fellowship and Community

    Acts 2:42

  6. Day 27

    Serving Others in Love

    Galatians 5:13

  7. Day 28 Review

    Weekly Reflection: My Place in God's Church

    2 Peter 1:5-7

  8. Day 29

    How to Keep Growing in Your Faith

    Philippians 1:6

  9. Day 30

    Commitment to Ongoing Discipleship

    Matthew 5:16