Introduction A. It is difficult to imagine the life of a slave who isn’t free to choose where he goes or what he does. B. Th...
Such As I Am (PM)
Introduction A. When Agrippa resisted Paul’s persuasive efforts to convert him to Christianity, Paul expressed his...
Greater Family (AM)
Introduction A. When we talk about being a part of the family of God, what does that really mean? What does it mean that we...
What is a Christian? (PM)
Introduction A. While man’s definition of a Christian may be diverse and conflicting, the only definition that reall...
What Is a Christian?
Introduction
A. Most dictionaries define the word “Christian” as “a person who believes in the doctrines of Jesus and acknowledges his divinity.”
B. While man’s definitions of a Christian are diverse and conflicting, the only definition that matters is God’s, for He invented the word.
C. In fulfillment of prophecy (Isaiah 62:2), God gave His people a new name (Acts 11:26)—“Christian.” What does it mean to be a...