Thesis: It's easy for Christians to talk Jesus in Church or around church folk; but we often and easily clam up when outside the church walls. Why? And how do we step through open doors to witness him?
1. Recognize the Ministry God has given us.
> Paul was to preach the message of repentance and forgiveness of sins.
> Paul was persecuted, discriminated against and gossiped about because of the Gospel message.
> The Great Commission is applicable to all of us. Matthew 28:19
> Our best life is not now. It is in the eternal world to come.
> Fulfill the ministry God has given you.
2. We Need to Rest In the Savior
> Do you know that Christ is able to keep you in-spite of yourself
> Christian Life and salvation are not dependent on you.
> We feel secure because salvation does not depend on us, but on God alone.
> We need to be in fellowship with beleviers
> Are you resting in the Savior in the midst of life?
3. Pursue Healthy Doctrine
> We need to understand what the word says.
> Everything comes back to doctrine!!! Pursue it!!
> The Sword of Truth is to be wielded appropriately, passionately, but also lovingly.
4. Surround yourself with friends who love the Gospel
> Paul was abandoned by friends in ministry when he needed them most.
> There is difficulties and heartache in serving God.
> Make sure you have Godly friends to refresh you.
> Make sure you are a Godly friend to refresh others
> Remember if the world hates you, then you are in good company.
> God is glorified by the ones who seek you out and minister to you even in dark times.
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