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

Morning Worship

Message 6:  Participating Member in the Body of Christ
1st Corinthians 12:13

1.  The Convert's Profession    vv.2-3
      a,  His life without Christ was a waste.  v.2
      b.  His life with Christ is worshipful.  v.3

2.  The Convert's Place    v.18
      a.  The convert's place is chosen by God.
      b.  The convert's place is to compliment God.

3.  The Convert's Purpose    vv.4-11
      a.  Purposes are diverse.  vv.4-6
      b.  Purposes are designated.  vv.8-10
      c.  Purposes are decided by the Holy Spirit.  v.11
      d.  Purposes are designed for the congregation's profit.  v.7

4.  The Convert's Participation    vv.12-17, 19-27
      a.  The burden of responsibility is to the individual convert.  vv.12-17
      b.  The blessing of ministry is reciprocal.  vv.19-27
           Galatians 6:2, 5; Ephesians 4:14-16