SOLD OUT TO CHRIST

When Jesus Christ calls a person to follow Him, He bids that person to die to self!

We are to be submissive to Christ in all things.  Luke 9:23-24; 14:33

He is to be Lord of our lives.

He is the One who is now in charge.

He is the Shepherd; we are the sheep!

 

We are to live a life in which people can see that Jesus has made a difference.

Romans 12:1-2 says it most succinctly:

 

“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service (or worship)

And be not conformed to this world, but you are to be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

 

If God has given you a new heart in salvation, then He will have your body, too. Your body is the Temple of the Holy Spirit. He, God the Holy Spirit, lives IN you! Look at I Corinthians 6:19-20. Take care of your body. Eat right. Exercise. Walk. Sleep right.

 

He will also have your mind … for your mind is in your body. At least it is for most people, anyway. Be careful what you put into your mind. That is the best way to be light in a world of darkness. II Corinthians 6:14-17 asks:

 

“What fellowship has light with darkness?” The answer is none! We are to be separate! Because we belong to Him!