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Faith Basics: 12 short reads
New to following Jesus, or exploring? Plain answers to the first big questions, in reading order.
- 1.Who Is Jesus? What the Bible Says About Him
- 2.What Is Salvation? Saved From What, and For What
- 3.What Does It Mean to Be Born Again?
- 4.What Is Grace? The Simple Meaning of God's Grace
- 5.What Is Repentance? A Simple Biblical Explanation
- 6.How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Beginners
- 7.How to Read the Bible as a New Christian: A Simple Daily Rhythm
- 8.Who Is the Holy Spirit? A Simple Biblical Explanation
- 9.What Is Baptism? How to Explain It Simply
- 10.How to Find a Good Church in Hamilton as a New Christian
- 11.What Is Discipleship? Meaning and How to Disciple Someone
- 12.Is It Okay to Doubt? Faith and Doubt for Christians
Who Is Jesus? What the Bible Says About Him
Jesus of Nazareth is the most influential person in history. Who the Bible says He is — fully God and fully human, the promised Christ — why He came, why He died and rose again, and why it matters for you.
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What Is Salvation? Saved From What, and For What
Christians talk about being "saved" — but saved from what, and for what? A simple biblical explanation of salvation: the problem of sin, the gift of grace through Jesus, how to receive it, and the new life it begins.
November 5, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
How to Pray: A Simple Guide for Beginners
Never prayed before, or not sure you're doing it right? Prayer is simply talking with God. What the Bible teaches about prayer, the pattern Jesus gave, a simple daily rhythm, and what to do when you don't know what to say.
October 24, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
Who Is the Holy Spirit? A Simple Biblical Explanation
The Holy Spirit is God — the third person of the Trinity — present with every believer. Who the Spirit is, what He does, how He helps us live and share our faith, and what the fruit of the Spirit looks like.
October 24, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
How to Start a Bible Study at Home, Work or Church
You don't need to be a pastor to start a Bible study. A simple step-by-step plan: who to invite, where to meet, what to read first, a five-question method anyone can lead, and how to keep it going.
October 24, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
How to Pray for a Loved One Who Doesn't Know Jesus
Praying for a family member or friend to come to faith? What Scripture says about God's heart for them, seven specific things to pray, how to keep going when nothing seems to change, and how to love them meanwhile.
October 21, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
What Is Grace? The Simple Meaning of God's Grace
Grace is God's undeserved kindness — His love and favour given freely, not earned. What grace means in the Bible, how it saves us through Jesus, how it changes us, and why it is good news for everyone.
October 21, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
Is It Okay to Doubt? Faith and Doubt for Christians
Doubt is not the opposite of faith. What the Bible shows about believers who doubted, the difference between doubt and unbelief, what to do with hard questions, and how to keep following Jesus through seasons of uncertainty.
October 21, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat Is Discipleship? Meaning and How to Disciple Someone
Discipleship is following Jesus and helping others follow Him. What the Bible means by a disciple, what discipleship looks like week to week, and a simple way to start discipling someone.
October 20, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat Is Repentance? A Simple Biblical Explanation
Repentance means turning — from sin toward God. What the Bible means by repentance, how it differs from guilt or regret, how it connects to faith in Jesus, and what it looks like in real life.
October 20, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
What to Say to Someone Who Is Grieving: A Christian Guide
When someone is grieving, the right words matter less than presence. What to say, what not to say, how to pray with them, and how to share Christian hope gently — on the street, at work, or at home.
October 20, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Share Your Testimony in Three Minutes
A simple four-part way to tell your story of Jesus in about three minutes — before, how He met you, what is changing, and a gentle question — with mistakes to avoid and a worked outline.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
Street Evangelism Safety: A Practical Guide for Teams
How to stay wise and safe on street outreach without losing compassion — going in teams, reading a situation, handling conflict, emergencies, safeguarding, and caring for your team afterward.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
Serving the Streets in Winter: How to Love People Well When It's Cold
Winter is the hardest season on the street and the easiest one to stay home. How to serve well in the cold — what to wear, what helps, how to give wisely, and when to call for help in Hamilton.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins7 Honest Questions People Ask About God — and How to Answer Gently
Why does God allow suffering? Aren't all religions the same? Would God forgive me? Gentle, biblical ways to respond to the questions that come up most in Gospel conversations.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
What Is Evangelism? A Simple Biblical Definition
Evangelism means sharing the good news of Jesus — that He died for our sins, rose again, and offers forgiveness to all who trust Him. What the Bible says, what evangelism is and isn't, and how to start.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
What Does the Bible Say About Helping the Poor?
From the Law to Jesus to the early church, Scripture calls God's people to open their hands to the poor. Key verses, what they mean together, and practical ways to live them out in your city.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Find a Good Church in Hamilton as a New Christian
Just started following Jesus? How to find a healthy, Bible-teaching church in Hamilton, Ontario — what to look for, what to expect on your first Sunday, questions to ask, and what to do if it feels awkward.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
How to Bring Your Church or Youth Group to Street Outreach
A practical plan for church leaders and youth pastors: preparing your group, setting expectations, safety and consent, what to do on the night, and debriefing so one outreach becomes a culture of mission.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat Does It Mean to Be Born Again?
Jesus said, "You must be born anew." What being born again means in the Bible, why it matters, how it happens, what changes afterward — and what it is not.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat Is the Great Commission? Meaning and How to Live It
The Great Commission is Jesus' command to go and make disciples of all nations. What Matthew 28 says, the parallel passages, what it means for ordinary believers, and how to start where you live.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
Christmas Outreach Ideas for Churches and Small Groups
Christmas is the season when more people are open to hearing about Jesus. Practical, Gospel-centred outreach ideas for churches, small groups and families — plus how to plan them and follow up.
October 18, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins12 Years of Street Ministry in Hamilton: The Impact and the Vision Ahead
835+ people have said yes to Jesus on the streets of Hamilton since 2014. Here's the impact so far — Love on Hamilton, Love on The World, Jesus Festival and SIX33 — and how you can partner with Daniel & Katie Ziedins through e3 Canada.
October 6, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsPlunder Hell, Populate Heaven: An Invitation to Partner With Us
Twelve years ago it was a few sandwiches on a Hamilton sidewalk. Now God is opening doors across Canada and beyond. Here's the vision ahead — and how you can stand with Daniel & Katie Ziedins through e3 Canada.
October 5, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
Why We're Raising Funds for an Outreach Van
Our trailer is overflowing with donations. Here's why a cargo van would put Love on Hamilton on the streets more days than Tuesday — and how you can help, even without giving.
September 27, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Volunteer as a Christian in Hamilton
Want to serve Hamilton with your faith, not just your free time? A practical guide to finding your place — weekly street outreach, serving people in need, your church, and the neighbours already around you.
September 26, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Invite Someone Without Making It Weird
A practical way to invite a friend to church, a meal, or Tuesday outreach in Hamilton without pressure, scripts, or turning the relationship into a project.
September 25, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat Is Baptism? How to Explain It Simply
A plain explanation of Christian baptism for new believers and for anyone asked to explain it: what it means, what it does not do, and how to take the next step in Hamilton.
September 25, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Read the Bible as a New Christian: A Simple Daily Rhythm
New to following Jesus? Start with one Gospel, fifteen honest minutes, and a simple read-notice-pray-obey rhythm that helps Scripture become relationship rather than homework.
September 25, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Lead Someone to Jesus: A Simple, Honest Conversation
A practical guide for the moment someone is ready to follow Jesus — how to explain the Gospel clearly, pray with them, and leave them with a real next step. Written from more than a decade on Hamilton's streets.
September 24, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsPray for Hamilton: A Neighbourhood-by-Neighbourhood Guide
A practical prayer guide for Hamilton, Ontario — downtown, James Street North, Barton, the waterfront, the Mountain, and the people Love on Hamilton meets every Tuesday at 75 John Street North.
September 24, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
What to Say When Sharing Jesus: Lines for Real Conversations
The most common freeze in evangelism is not theology — it is the next sentence. Here is how to listen, speak Jesus clearly, and respond when someone is hurting, curious, angry, or asking hard questions.
September 17, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat to Do After Someone Chooses Jesus: A Simple Follow-Up Guide
When someone says yes to Jesus, what happens next? A practical guide to prayer, Scripture, baptism, church connection, and faithful follow-up without pressure or confusion.
September 2, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Share Jesus With a Friend: A 7-Day Plan
A gentle, practical seven-day plan for praying, listening, serving, sharing your testimony and the Gospel, inviting a next step, and following up with one person.
August 29, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Share the Gospel Simply in Everyday Conversation
A clear four-movement way to explain the good news of Jesus without a script, pressure, or religious jargon — for streets, homes, workplaces, and ordinary life.
August 26, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat Is Street Evangelism? A Biblical and Practical Guide
Street evangelism is more than preaching in public. Learn what biblical, compassionate Gospel outreach looks like, how to begin, and what healthy ministry avoids.
August 17, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Pray for Someone You Just Met
A simple, compassionate guide to offering prayer, listening well, praying clearly, and avoiding common mistakes when someone trusts you with a need.
August 16, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat to Expect on Your First Tuesday Night Outreach
Nervous about your first street outreach? Here's exactly what happens from the moment you arrive at 75 John St N until you head home — and why you don't need experience to come.
August 12, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsPraying for Hamilton: A Practical Guide for Believers
Hamilton is not an abstract mission field — it is a real city with real streets and real people. Here is a simple, biblical way to pray for your city and join what God is already doing downtown.
August 5, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHomeless Ministry in Hamilton: How to Love People Well
Serving people experiencing homelessness in Hamilton is about dignity, not pity. Here is what a decade of Tuesday night outreach has taught us about practical care, boundaries, and sharing Jesus with gentleness.
August 2, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Share Your Faith Without Fear
Most believers want to talk about Jesus — fear of getting it wrong is what stops us. Here's the simple four-step framework we teach on the streets of Hamilton every Tuesday.
July 30, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsFour Free Tools for Everyday Disciples
You don't need a budget to be faithful. Four genuinely free tools — Oikos Map, Kingdom Base, I Am Reborn, and TaskSimply — built to help ordinary believers love people well.
July 27, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWho's in Your Oikos? Start With the People Already Around You
Before you go to the nations, look at your phone. God has already placed a mission field around you — your oikos. Here's how to name it, pray for it, and love it well.
July 24, 2026 · Daniel Ziedins
Kingdom Base: A Free Evangelism CRM for Gospel Follow-Up
Love on Hamilton introduces Kingdom Base, a free evangelism CRM and discipleship web app for every evangelist who wants to spread the Gospel with practical follow-up.
July 22, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhat Happens After Someone Says Yes to Jesus
A prayer on a sidewalk is a beginning, not an ending. Here's how we think about follow-up, discipleship, and making sure no one gets left behind after they say yes.
July 17, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhy the Whole City Should Gather
There's something a Tuesday night can't do that a city-wide gathering can. Why public, joyful, unashamed worship still matters — and what it does to a city.
July 14, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsHow to Start an Outreach Group in Your City
You don't need a building, a budget, or a board. Here's the honest, practical guide to launching a weekly outreach where you live — from people who started with a trunk full of sandwiches.
July 10, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsYour Work Is a Mission Field
You spend most of your waking hours at work. That's not time away from ministry — it's the assignment. How to carry the Kingdom into your job, your business, and your calendar.
July 3, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsWhen Disaster Strikes, the Church Shows Up
Crisis reveals what a community is made of. Why the local church is uniquely built to respond when disaster hits — and how to be ready before it does.
June 26, 2026 · Daniel ZiedinsGet these in your inbox
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