Theme: CITIZENSHIP
Text: Philippians 3:20-21
Date: April 17,2k5
Place: FBC Kodiak (5th anniversary)
Introduction:
People chose to be citizen of a country for purpose. (economic, benefits, environment, new life etc.)
Citizenship usually taken for granted by those who were born citizens of a country. Naturalized citizen who obtain citizenship in a country of their choice typically value it more.
I. BENEFITS
A. God will open the gates of Heaven for
you. Matthew 7:7-8
B. He will answer all your prayers according
to His will. John 14: 13-14
C. A life with a purpose.., direction, with hope.
(He’s not promising an easy life)
II Corinthians 5:17
D. Abundant provisions Hebrews 13:5
E. Eternal Life John 3:16
II. RIGHTS
A. Right to be called true citizen of God…
(Christian)
B. Right to be called adopted children of
God. John 1:12
C. Live like a true born citizen
(free and with hope)
D. Access to God (prayer)
III. REQUIREMENTS:
A. You don’t need to apply.
(its open invitation, no restriction )
Revelation 3: 20
B. You don’t need to pay.
(Romans acquired it by purchase) -Christ paid
it all. Romans 3: 24-26
C. You don’t need to pass any additional
requirements (faith) Romans 3:24-26
Conclusion:
How should citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven prepare for the long-expected return of the King The Lord Jesus Christ. Philippians 3: 21
Note:
It was also preached on this occasion:
Date: May, 2k5
Place: Leyte CIY Mission
Date: May,2k5
Place: Bacolod,CIY Mission
Date: October 24-31,2K5
Place: Aparri Mission
