Welcome to Chair 1
Chair 1 is for those who are exploring faith, asking questions, or just beginning to learn who Jesus is. This is a safe place to be curious. Jesus’ first invitation to His disciples was simple: “Come and see.” He welcomed people before He asked anything of them.
What This Chair Looks Like
- Curiosity about spiritual things
- Limited understanding of Christianity
- Honest questions and doubts
- Desire for clarity, belonging, and truth
Biblical Picture
John 1:39 — “Come and see,” Jesus said.
This is an invitation to observe, explore, and discover who Jesus truly is.
Signs of Growth
- Hearing and understanding the gospel
- Beginning to pray
- Attending worship or Lifegroups
- Asking meaningful questions
- Taking first steps of biblical obedience and trust
Common Challenges
- Confusion about what Christians believe
- Past hurts or misconceptions about church
- Fear of committing too soon
- Feeling unworthy or unsure
Next Steps You Can Take
- Watch this video to hear a brief presentation of the Good News of Jesus
- Attend a Sunday service here at Bethany or a Newcomers gathering
- Go to Got Questions to ask anything concerning the Christian faith
- Join a Christianity Explored course when it is offered here at Bethany Baptist Church
- Read a Gospel (John is a great place to start)
- Meet with a Pastor or trusted Christian friend to talk through questions about Jesus, the Bible and the Christian faith
- Begin praying simple, honest prayers
- I would like to know how to become a Christian
Book You Can Read
- What Is the Gospel? - By Greg Gilbert (ISBN - 9781433515002)
- Mere Christianity - By C. S. Lewis (ISBN - 9780060652883)
- The Reason for God - By Timothy Keller (ISBN - 9781101217658)
- Thinking? Answering Life’s Five Biggest Questions - By Andy Steiger (ISBN - 9780994015716)
- More Than a Carpenter - By Josh & Sean McDowell - (ISBN - 9781496488268)
- Why Christianity Makes Sense - By Gavin Ortlund - (ISBN - 9780310182207)
Our goal: To walk with you, not pressure you. Jesus meets you right where you are.