What does a person have to believe to be a Christian? With hundreds of different denominations and probably thousands of beliefs, are there some essentials that all people must believe in to be a Christian? An obvious answer to that is yes. What are the essentials that people must believe in to be a Christian? The author answers that question with eight essential beliefs in part 1. Part 2 adds eight more beliefs that are almost essential. The third part of the book lists eight essential practices of Christians. As you read, question both the author and your own beliefs by searching the Scriptures.