LIGHTS IN THE WORLD

Introduction:

A. How Important Is It?

1. Being a Christian doesn't always seem important.

2. We never know when we will be called on "as a witness."

3. We often do not understand the concept of preparation.

B. What Is Our Place In This World?

Body: Philippians 2: 12 - 16

I. The Four Letter Word - - WORK!

A. Work out.

1. Salvation takes effort.

2. It involves fear and trembling.

B. God is at work.

1. He is not just sitting back on His throne.

2. He works in you to will.

3. He works in you to do.

4. He works in you for His good pleasure.

II. The World's Perception.

A. Peaceful or striving.

1. Do we complain about everything?

2. Do we argue about everything?

B. Be beneficial.

1. We are to be blameless.

2. We are to be harmless.

3. We are to be without fault.

C. Many lights.

1. We must shine the true life.

2. We must live in the world.

III. Persevere.

A. Hold onto tightly.

B. The word of life.

Conclusion:

A. How Important Is Being A Christian?

1. Our salvation depends upon it.

2. Our reputation depends upon it.

3. Someone else's salvation may also depend upon it.

B. Are You Shining As A Light In The World?