Introduction:
1. The word “call” can mean summons, invite or all a person by name. You have been called by God. But to what?
2. 2 Thes. 2:14.
I. Separation (2 Cor. 6:14-18).
A. The world as it is (Eph. 2:1-3; Titus 3:3).
B. The problem with us all (Rom. 7; Esther 8:17).
C. Satan’s power.
D. God has said (1 Tim. 6:11; Rev. 21:8; Eph. 5:11; Ja. 1:27).
II. Sonship (1 Jn. 3:1).
A. Sinners are outside of Christ (Eph. 2:13). They have their own family.
B. When you become a Christian you are a part of a family.
1. Born into (Jn. 3:5) and thus added to God’s family.
2. Given a place of position (Rom. 8:15).
3. Family resemblance (Rom. 8:16; Phil. 1:27).
4. Devotion to family interest (Mt. 6:33).
III. Service (Jn. 15:16).
A. God can use you. Some are prone to selfishness.
B. God’s expectation (Eph. 2:10; Titus 3:8).
C. Look not to yourself but outside (Phil. 2:4; Mt. 20:26-28)
D. We are to be people that help others: (i.e. Onesimus, Onesiphorus).
E. 2 Thes.3:13.
IV. Subjection.
A. Man is rebellious by nature. Obedience is a choice (1 Jn. 5:3).
B. God’s expectation (1 Tim 6:14; Jn. 15:14; 1 Jn. 2:29).
C. I must humble myself (Phil. 2:3; 1 Cor. 3:18), trust in God-put life in His hands, give self to God (Acts 20:18, 19; Lk. 14:26). To accomplish I must (1 Pet. 2:5)
D. Some hear and never apply
Conclusion:
Have you answered God’s call?
Entered on 2/14/2010
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