Subject...(A topical message on life's purpose)
Discovering Who God Created You To Be
Springboard Statement: After your salvation has been possessed, it must be expressed as sign to the world that you're no longer the same.
Transition: The scriptures are clear on what our lives, as children of God should reflect...
Scriptural Meditation:
James 2:17 "So you see, faith by itself isn’t enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless."
John 13:35 "Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples."
Matthew 5:16 "In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father."
Luke 6:44 "A tree is identified by its fruit. Figs are never gathered from thornbushes, and grapes are not picked from bramble bushes."
An Introspective Question: What are you known for? Based on the above verses, I believe that God's children should express the following characteristics...
-A proven faith...stable and strong
-An infectious love...unconditional and unbelievable
-A bright light...guiding and glorifying
-Good deeds/fruit...'the proof is in the pudding'