Salvation is the forgiveness of sins as a gift from God's son, Jesus Christ, who has paid the price for the sins of the world. Knowing your sins are forgiven and you are ready for heaven can be certain by following these steps.

1. Admit to God that you are a sinner.

"For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23).

2. Believe in Jesus Christ as Savior of the world and your Savior.

"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." (John 3:16).

3. Confess your sins to Jesus Christ and ask his forgiveness.

"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).