A Different Kind of Introduction

A Different Kind of Introduction “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God,” Romans 1:1 (ESV)

A Different Kind of Introduction Definitions my name = who I am his name = who he is your name = who you are Holy = God Godly = “different”

A Different Kind of Introduction

A Different Kind of Introduction Story Summary “Because I did not know his name as I should have, I did not trust him enough to give him my name. So I may never know his name.”

A Different Kind of Introduction

A Different Kind of Introduction “How can I, being me, share Jesus?”

A Different Kind of Introduction “How can you, being you, share Jesus?”

YOU

MUST

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How can ‘YOU’ share Jesus? Listen closely to God.

Romans 1:1-7 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which He promised beforehand through His prophets in the holy Scriptures, concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh, and was declared to be the Son of God in power, according to the Spirit of holiness by His resurrection from the dead,

Romans 1:1-7 Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle, set apart for the Gospel of God, which He promised beforehand through His prophets in the Holy Scriptures, concerning His Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh, and was declared to be the Son of God in power, according to the Spirit of Holiness by His resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord, through

Romans 7:1-7 whom we have received grace and apostleship to bring about the obedience of faith for the sake of His name, among all the nations, including you who are called to belong to Jesus Christ. To all those who are in Rome, who are loved by God and called to be saints, grace to you and peace, through God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul

What We Learn About Paul his name

Definitions of word “Name. ” Name. n Definitions of word “Name.” Name. n. Word or phrase which someone is called or by which he is known. Common meaning of “shem” (Hebrew word for name: “the essential reality of who someone is.”

What We Learn Through Paul Christ Jesus His Son Son of God HIS NAME Jesus Christ Jesus The Lord Our Lord Christ Jesus Christ

What We Learn About Paul his name Saul  Paul

Acts 9:22 “But Saul increased all the more in strength, and he confounded the Jews, who lived in Damascus by proving that He was the Christ.”

Acts 13:9 But Saul, who was also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him.

Acts 13:9 “But Saul, who was also called ! Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him.”

What We Learn About Paul Paul’s Name= Who he is Apostle Saint Saul  Paul = Paul = Paul

How can ‘YOU’ share Jesus? Listen carefully to God. Be led only by the Spirit.

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul “a servant of Christ Jesus”

What we learn about Paul MASTER servant

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul “. . .OF CHRIST JESUS”

“WHO IS THE MASTER?” “WHAT IS HIS NAME?”

What we learn through Paul A servant (slave) belongs to His master.

“What does A servant do?”

What do we learn through Paul? A servant serves his master. He does what the Master tells him to do.

What kind of servant was Paul? He was a human servant. He was always serving others the good new. He was always being judged by others. Only his master’s judgment mattered. “I do not even judge myself.” 1 Cor. 4:3.

How can ‘YOU’ share Jesus? Listen carefully to God. Be led only by the Spirit. Become Christ’s servant.

Introduction of Paul Romans 1:1 “. . . servant of Christ Jesus. . .” “of” (belonging to)

If you believe, you belong Baptism Publicly declare you belong to Christ Membership Individually members of Body of Christ Attending Worship The Lord’s day belongs to the Lord. Giving It all belongs to Him. Never deny that you belong to Him.

How can ‘YOU’ share Jesus? Listen carefully to God. Be led only by the Spirit. Become Christ’s servant. Belong to Jesus Christ.

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul “. . . Christ Jesus. . .”

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul “. . . called to be . . .”

Acts 9:3-6 “. . . he approached Damascus, and suddenly a light from heaven shone around him. And falling to the ground, he heard a voice saying to him, “Saul, Saul, why are you persecuting me?” And he said, “Who are you, Lord?” And he said, “I am Jesus, who you are persecuting. But rise and enter the city…”

What does Jesus do to introduce Himself to Saul? Everything.

What did Saul do? “falling to the ground, he heard a voice . . . And he said, ‘Who are you, Lord?’”

What did Saul do? (continued) Saul asked for, and received, the Lord’s name, and, though still blind, started following Jesus.

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul “. . .called to be. . .”

What we learn about Paul Galatians 1:11-12. “For I would have you know, brothers, that this gospel that was preached by me is not man’s gospel, for I did not receive it from any man, nor was I taught it, but I received it through a revelation of Jesus Christ.”

What we learn through Paul The Master calls the servant directly.

What does a master do? The Master is always calling the servant to tell him to do or to be something different.

What does a master do? The Master chooses the servant, and chooses what He wants the servant to do. Acts 9:16 “. . . A chosen instrument of mine to carry my name before the Gentiles, and . . .”

What we learn through Paul “. . .called to be . . .” When the Master calls, the servant becomes what he is called to be.

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul ‘ “. . . an apostle. . .” (a messenger, one who is sent out)

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul ‘ “. . . set apart . . .” (different, holy, dedicated to a particular purpose.)

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul ‘ “…for the gospel. . .” (good news)

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul ‘ “. . . of . . .” (belonging to)

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul “. . .God,”

Romans 1:1 What we learn about Paul Completed. But have we been introduced to Jesus?

Three Questions about what you heard Who said it? To whom did he say it? What is the response?

“Who said it?” How do you know it is Jesus speaking? God speaks to us indirectly through other Christians. God speaks directly to us. God’s Word is powerful. Faith comes from hearing His Word. The Holy Spirit teaches us to listen for and recognize His voice. He calls and empowers His servants to share His Word with others.

1. Who said it? Jesus

2. To whom did He say it? To you.

To whom did He say it? To you, who are loved by God, called to be saints (different) called to belong to Jesus Christ

A Different Kind of Introduction What is the response?

A Different Kind of Introduction ASK FOR HIS NAME, (as you) GIVE HIM YOUR NAME, (and you will) RECEIVE HIS NAME.

A Different Kind of Introduction ASK FOR HIS NAME “Whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” Romans 10:13. GIVE HIM YOUR NAME Confess, let go, and give self to Him “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” Matthew 3:2. RECEIVE HIS NAME=SALVATION

A Different Kind of Introduction

How can ‘YOU’ share Jesus? Listen carefully to God. Be led only by the Spirit. Belong to Jesus Christ. Become Christ’s servant. Do what the Master tells you to do. Become what He calls you to be. Go and speak up for Christ. Share the Good News that makes you different.