- Rest in what Jesus has done. Following Jesus starts with grace, not effort. "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." (Romans 8:1, ESV)
- Read the Bible. God speaks through his Word. Start with the Gospel of Mark or John — a chapter a day — and ask: What does this show me about Jesus?
- Pray. Talk to God as your Father: thank him, confess your sins, bring him your needs and the needs of others. "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 John 1:9, ESV)
- Belong to a local church. The first Christians "devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers." (Acts 2:42, ESV) Ask a local church about baptism and the Lord's Supper.
- Find friends who follow Jesus. We grow best together — that's why 3 CORDS exists.
- Put his kingdom first. "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." (Matthew 6:33, ESV) Use your gifts to serve others and share the good news.
Go deeper: Knowing God by J. I. Packer — a classic on knowing God personally, not just knowing about him · Don't Waste Your Life by John Piper (free PDF from Desiring God) · Sermons by Tim Keller at Gospel in Life.