Transform your nature, using Jesus as your example, by…
exemplifying the fruit of the Spirit as Jesus did. Use it to measure your spiritual maturity. (Galatians 5:22-23)
forgiving as Jesus forgave, unconditionally and fully (Matthew 6:12, 18:21-22, Luke 17:3)
being engaged and present when celebrating Holy Communion to experience its transformational power. (1 Corinthians 11:24)
Invest in your spiritual health by…
praying. Prayer cultivates a relationship with God and helps deepen your knowledge of Him and yourself. (Colossians 4:2)
reading and studying the Bible. The Holy Scripture is inspired by God’s word and equips us for righteousness. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)
actively partaking in the divine service experience and celebrating the presence of the Triune God, allowing the encounter to transform your daily life. (Romans 10:17, 1 Corinthians 11:23-29)
continually pursuing knowledge of the Triune God through the Gospel so that your thinking is not static, but is constantly renewed. (Romans 12:2, John 17:3)
worshipping together. (Psalm 29:2, 1 Chronicles 29:10-15)
Help spread the Gospel by…
sharing how God’s plan of salvation has impacted you. (2 Timothy 2:2, Ephesians 1:13)
being a disciple of Jesus Christ. (John 13:34-35)
living and leading like Jesus, in word and deed. (Colossians 3:17)
Value the Church by…
giving voluntary offerings to God in appreciation and thanksgiving for that which He has provided for you. (1 Chronicles 29:9, Luke 21:1-4)
tithing and expressing your desire to participate in the church of Christ which God has established. (2 Corinthians 9:7, Matthew 10:8)
engaging in intentional community by sharing your life and spiritual journey with others through fellowship. (Acts 2:42-47, 1 John 1:3, 1 Corinthians 12:25-27)
praying for others. (Philippians 2:3-4, Galatians 6:2)
Respond to the call to serve by…
discovering and developing your spiritual gifts and engaging in the congregation by using those gifts. (Ephesians 4:11-16)
edifying the Body of Christ by acknowledging and appreciating the gifts of others. (1 Corinthians 12:4-27)
showing your love for Jesus through helping your family, congregation, community, and those in need. (Luke 10:30-37, Matthew 25:35-40, Mark 9:35)
directly serving Jesus Christ. (Romans 14:17-19)
Embrace the promise of Jesus Christ’s return by…
being future-oriented and focusing on His promise. (Philippians 3:12-14)
preparing for it by applying the Gospel to every part of your life. (John 14:3)
This, in total, is the road map that leads us to readiness for the return of Christ!
