"Characteristics of a Convert: Biblical Evidence of a True Conversion"

Morning Worship

Message 2:  A Strained Relationship with the World
John 17:6-26

Romans 5:1; Matthew 10:35-36; 1st Peter 4:3-4
John 15:18-19; 16:1-3

1.  The Distinction of the Convert    vv.11, 14, 16
      a.  The convert is "in the world."   v.11
           1st Corinthians 5:9-11
      b.  The convert is "not of the world."   vv.14, 16
           Philippians 3:20; 1st Peter 1:1; Hebrews 11:13; James 4:4

2.  The Designation of the Convert    vv.6, 10-12
      a.  The convert is designated as the possession of Christ.  vv.6, 11-12
           1st Corinthians 6:19
      b.  The convert is designated to the praise of Christ.  v.10

3.  The Delegation of the Convert    vv.15, 17-18
      a.  Separation:  To live a life separate from sin.  v.15
      b.  Sanctification:  To live a life set apart by the truth.  v.17
      c.  Saturation:  To live a life spreading the gospel.  v.18

4.  The Destination of the Convert    v.24
      a.  The convert is destined to be with Christ where He is.
      b.  The convert is destined to behold Christ in His glory.