CONVERTED to Christ (2:25) Possibly born into paganism (name from Aphrodite) Obeyed the gospel of Christ Not just baptized, not just convinced – FULLY converted!

COMMITTED to the Work of Christ (2:25, 30) He was a brother He was a fellow-worker (cf. Phil. 2:12-13; Eph. 2:10) He was a fellow-soldier (cf. 2 Tim. 2:3-4; Eph. 6:10-18) He was a messenger (“one sent on mission w/ authority”) He was a minister (“one who serves at own expense”) He hazarded own life (“puts life on the line for a cause”)

CONCERNED for the Family of Christ (2:26-29) Travelled 600+ miles to carry love, message and gift Took care of Paul’s personal needs Troubled (“distressed”) more for others than for himself

Converted, Committed & Concerned Christians: Throw themselves into the work of Christ Are willing to sacrifice on behalf of others Are willing to hazard own lives for the work of Christ Are more concerned about brethren than themselves Know that when they’re serving others, they’re serving Christ (Matt. 25:34-40)

Present Yourself As a Living Sacrifice to Christ Believe Jesus is God’s Son – Mark 16:16 Repent of your sins and turn to God – 2 Peter 3:9 Confess your faith in Jesus – Romans 10:9-10 Be immersed into Christ – Acts 2:38 –God will wash away your sins – Acts 22:16 –God will add you to His church – Acts 2:47 –God will register you in heaven – Hebrews 12:23 Serve Him sacrificially and faithfully – Romans 12:1