Because of Your Good Deeds

Introduction

• I Peter 2:12

Put a positive, spiritual spin on life.

• Matthew 5:13-16


• Matthew 5:10-12 – Christians react to things differently.


• Acts 5:40-6:1


• How do I react when things happen?


• Philippians 1:12-14 – Paul had a positive outlook on his imprisonment.

Tell stories about your repentance.

• I Corinthians 13:6


• Galatians 1:23-24 – They glorified God because of Paul’s repentance.


• I Timothy 1:13-15 – Paul talked about himself as a way of talking about Christ.

Choose words that reflect your spiritual mindset.

• Titus 2:7-8 – Every time we communicate, it’s an opportunity to turn toward spiritual things.


• “I’m blessed.”


• “I’ll pray for you.”


• “It’s a good day God has made.”


• Acts 9:1; Romans 1:7 – Look at how Paul talked to Christians before and after his conversion.


• Our speech should reflect our faith.


• I Peter 4:11


• If we’re too afraid to mention God around non-spiritual people, who is influencing who? We are to be salt and light in the world.

Invite someone to Benchley.

• John 4:7-42 – This woman saved many just be inviting people to hear Jesus. Can we do that?