From Spectator to Participant
The responsibility of pastors and staff. (Ephesians 4:11-16, NKJV; Hebrews 13:17, NKJV)
Train them for a task. Develop them to be better people. Disciple them in being a better follower of Christ.
The danger of not doing your part.
You will miss out. You will not be abiding. (John 15:5-8, NKJV)
How to Abide. (John 15:7, NKJV; Matthew 7:15-21, NKJV)
Abiding in Jesus involves ongoing, daily dependence on Christ. (Joshua 1:8, NKJV) Abiding in the love of Christ means to love Jesus and to be loved by Him.
How is your fruit life?
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- Have Jesus as your Savior.
- Be in church.
- Serve at least once a month.
- Connect with Jesus during the week, not just on Sunday.
- Memorize scripture.
- Confess your sins. (Psalm 139:23-24, NIV)
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Tithe.