According to Dictionary.com, the word goal is defined as, "the result or achievement toward which effort is directed; aim; end.
When it comes to Christianity, I believe that being saved is not the end goal; it is only the beginning. Several people think that once they are baptized, they are automatically saved and that they can carry on with life as they please. However, this is not the way our relationship with God should work. Once we are saved, we are born again. This means that we need to change the ways of our old life, and live new in Christ's love and mercy.
John 3:3 "Truly, truly, I say to you, unless one is born again he cannot see the kingdom of God."
People strive to become a Christian, yet they don't continue their journey with Jesus. Becoming a Christian means signing up to serve God and serve people for the rest of eternity, and that's not always easy. It is something that you must work at every day all day. You have to make the conscious to daily forgive, encourage, sacrifice, and submit yourself. It's no walk in the park, but it is satisfying to the soul because it is what Jesus commands us to do.
Becoming a Christian should drastically change your life. If you think being a Christian is easy, you're not doing it right. It is the best decision you will ever make and can improve every aspect of your life. You have to be the one to initiate the relationship with God. He already wants you, so the ball is in your court. Choose God and choose to live like Jesus, and you will see that Christianity is not a goal, but the first step.
Romans 12:2 "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
