“Ships” For New Believers: Relationship, Discipleship, Lordship, Worship,

Of course we are not studying the kinds of ships that sail through blue waters or soar through endless skies. No, we are talking about the basic teachings of Christianity. This is “Christianity 101” if you please. Here is a quick list of what we’ll study.

Relationship
Being saved means beginning a relationship with your Father in heaven who loves you enough to give His Son for your sins on the cross and to raise Him up again. Salvation is the exchange of your sinful existence for Jesus’ perfect righteousness.

Discipleship
In obedience to God's Word, we are dedicated to making disciples. The word "disciple" means learner -- a disciple is one who studies and accepts the teachings of Christ. You only believe what you do.

Lordship
Jesus is Lord of all or He is not Lord at all! This is true whether we admit or not. To follow Jesus means to acknowledge daily Jesus as Lord. This means He is the boss and controller of my life.

Worship
Worship is not an event; it is a daily determination -- “Today I will worship Jesus alone.” Worship is the adoration of God and praise of God. Whether in a group of alone, we were created to worship.

Fellowship
The Greek word “koinonia” from which we get the word fellowship means sharing something in common. To fellowship with other Christians means to share in common the gospel and our experience of salvation through Jesus’ death and resurrection. It means to share life in Christ together.

Stewardship
Stewardship means we have been given certain gifts which we are to use for God’s glory. All of us are called upon to use of God-given gifts of time, talent, and treasure to advance God’s kingdom and bless His church.

Are you up for the challenge to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ? With the Bible in hand and the Holy Spirit to guide you, you can do it to the glory of God!

Let’s Grow, Glow, and Go for the Lord Jesus Christ!