What is a Christian?
The followers of the teachings of Jesus Christ in the first century were 1st designated as Christians. Today, as in the 1st century, those who believe in the divinity and holiness of God and commit their lives to Jesus Christ are still known as Christians.

What about God?
The holiness of God in its most basic meaning is that aspect of the nature of God which separates Him from all others. God is completely committed to goodness and cannot have anything to do with evil. Since God is completely pure and we are not, it follows that we cannot enter into His presence until we have been made clean free from sin. And since we cannot accomplish this on our own, we need someone to advocate or mediate for us.

Who is Jesus?
Jesus is our mediator. Because He is both God (without sin) and man (he was sent by God in human form), Jesus is the only One who can advocate on our behalf to reconcile us with God.

What is a church?
Jesus continues to live out His life on earth through His corporate body, the church. The "body of Christ" is not just a figure of speech, but conveys the reality that Christ lives through His people. Together, God's people extend the life of Jesus to the world.

What about the Holy Bible?
The word bible comes from the Greek, meaning book. Therefore, the Holy Bible refers to the Holy Book. While the Bible is diverse in its presentation, it presents a single unfolding story: God's redemption (being saved from sin through Jesus' sacrifice) of human beings. The Bible today still offers a guide for living the Christian life to all who read and believe it.

Additional Resources
The world wide web is full of resources to help you learn more about Christianity and following Jesus Christ. Here are some useful links:

• Who is Jesus?
  A site featuring an interactive journey through the life of Jesus. Hosted by Campus Crusade for Christ International.
  
  
• Two Ways to Live
  A journey through the choices we all face.
  
  
• Power to Change
  Real people... real change